Wilsonville Library in April

Wilsonville Library Adult Events

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Free Tax Help (at the Library)

Saturdays, April 7^th and 14^th from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM at the Library

A volunteer retired CPA (plus a sidekick) will be at the library ready to answer your questions and/or help you fill out your tax forms. Please bring all of your necessary documentation and your 2016 tax records. For more information, contact the Reference Desk at 503-682-2744.

English as a Second Language (ESL) class @ Parks & Rec

Saturdays, April 7^th, 14^th, 21^st, and 28^th at 11 AM at the Parks & Recreation Administration Building

Free class in reading and writing English as a Second Language (ESL). Classes will be taught by Jose Solis, a native Spanish speaker, who is fluent in English. Native speakers of all languages and all levels of English competency are welcome to join the class and practice vocabulary, reading, writing and speaking.

Book Club (at the Community Center)

Thursday, April 12^th at 6:00 PM, at the Community Center (Classrooms 2 & 3)

This month, we’re reading “Last Bus to Wisdom” by Ivan Doig! The Book Club meets monthly for informal discussion. Join fellow readers for lively and thought-provoking conversation about excellent books. Books to be discussed are available for check out – just ask at the Circulation Desk.

Book Notes Concert (at the Community Center)

Saturday, April 14^th at 2:00 PM at the Community Center (Multi-purpose Room)

The Wilsonville Public Library is pleased to present musical performances by local musicians. This concert series is presented by the Wilsonville Friends of the Library. This month we present Carolee and Romeo, an acoustic duo who perform Irish traditional and contemporary songs on dulcimer and guitar.

Genealogy Club (at City Hall)

Discover new genealogical resources and tools, discuss personal research and goals, and learn from experienced genealogists at monthly meetings. Open to seasoned genealogists and beginners.

Great Books Discussion Group (at City Hall)

Tuesday, April 17^th at 6:00 PM at City Hall (Arrowhead Creek Room)

Interested in philosophy and the big questions of life? Please join us each month for a round table discussion of how modern day issues are reflected and illuminated by the great Western classic books. This month we’re reading Shakespeare’s ‘The Tempest’.

History Pub (at Wilsonville McMenamins Old Church)

Tuesday, April 24^th at 6:30 PM at the Wilsonville McMenamins’ Old Church

The Wilsonville Public Library Foundation, the Wilsonville/Boones Ferry Historical Society, and McMenamins have teamed up to present monthly programs focusing on Oregon’s rich history. This month we’ll be presenting ‘About Wine and Whiskey in the Wild West’ by Ken and Kris Bilderback. This program traces the pivotal role that the battle over alcohol has played in Oregon’s history, and is replete with remarkable stories from Oregon’s pioneer history.

Wilsonville Library Children’s Events

Play Group (at the Community of Hope Church)

Mondays, April 2^nd, 9^th, 16^th, 23^rd and 30^th at 10:00 AM, at the Community of Hope Church 27817 SW Stafford Rd, Wilsonville, http://commhope.org/

Drop in anytime during the event and let the kiddos play with a variety of toys, as well as socialize with the under-6 crowd. For children ages birth to 6 with their grownups.

Toddler Time (at City Hall)

Tuesdays, April 3^rd, 10^th, 17^th, and 24^th at 10:00 AM, at City Hall (Council Chambers)

Join us for an interactive program that includes songs, parachute fun, bubbles, puppets, and stories for our youngest patrons. This program is designed with even the most active toddler in mind!

Baby Time (at City Hall)

Tuesdays, April 3^rd, 10^th, 17^th, and 24^th at 11:00 AM, at City Hall (Council Chambers)

Moms, Dads, Grandmas and Caregivers join us for songs, rhymes, and special bonding time with your baby. Stay afterward to play and chat with other caregivers about all things baby!

Family Storytime (at City Hall)

Tuesdays, April 3^rd, 10^th, 17^th, and 24^th at 6:30 PM, at City Hall (Council Chambers)

Wednesdays, April 4^th, 11^th, 18^th, and 25^th at 10 AM, then again at 11:00 AM, and YET AGAIN at 1:00 PM

Bring the whole family for crowd pleasing good time with books, stories, and songs. The program is intended for all ages.

Source:  G. Martin.  Wilsonville Library.  3.11.18.