Sherwood Public Library: Sherwood Public Library's Monthly Newsletter: April 2026

April 2026

National Library Week

Millions of people across the country visit their libraries each week. What’s the draw? Everything! At Sherwood Public Library, we invite you to visit the library during National Library Week, April 19-25, to explore all we have to offer. This year’s theme is “Find Your Joy.”

National Library Week is a observance sponsored by the American Library Association and libraries of all types across the country each April since 1958. Get ready to explore, become inspired, and connect with others this National Library Week.

Library Open House

Join us for our Library Open House on Friday, April 10, for cake and refreshments, prizes, and activities for all ages!

Technology petting zoo (and Nintendo Switch) from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. & 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
A ribbon-cutting for our new Meeting Pod at 12:00 p.m.
Look for five “Golden Tickets” each worth $20 in the library.
Games and self-led activities 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Play large versions of classic games, a coloring table, and share your ideas about the library.
Fill up your “idea card” and be entered in a raffle for six $10 gift cards to Symposium Coffee.

Celebrating Libraries for National Library Week

The Secret Library
by Kekla Magoon

Finding a mysterious letter from her late Grandpa, Dally is led straight to a library of secrets where each book is a portal to a precise moment in time, and she must find the courage to write her own life story as she "checks out" adventure after adventure.

More suggestions for children here

Banned Together: Our Fight for Readers' Rights by null

Banned Together
by Book Author

A multi-genre, young adult anthology that spotlights the transformative power of books while equipping teens to fight for the freedom to read, featuring the voices of 15 diverse, award-winning authors and illustrators.

More suggestions for teens here

Dinner at the Night Library
by Hika Harada

The Night Library on the outskirts of Tokyo isn't your ordinary library. It's only open from seven o'clock to midnight. It exclusively stores books by deceased authors, and none of them can be checked out -- instead, they're put on public display, akin to a book museum. Otoha Higuchi, the newest employee, has been recruited to work at the library by the anonymous owner. There, Otoha meets the other staff, comprised of former librarians and booksellers who, like her, have been damaged in some way by the rocky publishing industry, yet none of them have given up on their dedication to books.

More suggestions for adults here

Library Events and Activities

All are free and open to the public

Events for Everyone

LIBRARY OPEN HOUSE

Join us for our Open House on Friday, April 10, for cake and refreshments, prizes, and fun activities for all ages! We’ll have a technology petting zoo, hidden “Golden Tickets” each worth $20 hidden in the library, a ribbon-cutting for our new Meeting Pod, games all day, and more!

Friday, April 10, 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

COMMUNITY CHESS DROP-IN

Please join us for friendly chess games at our monthly, volunteer-led gathering! Connect with fellow chess lovers and enjoy casual games in a welcoming environment.

Sunday, April 12, 1:00-4:00 p.m.

PUMPKIN PLANTING PARTY!

At this event you will get to plant a pumpkin seed, receive instructions on how to grow it, and enjoy garden themed activities. Our hope is you successfully grow a pumpkin plant to bring back for a Pumpkin Party in October, but we will have pumpkins for everyone at the party. Everyone is welcome!

Saturday, May 2, 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Events for Youth and Family

READ TO THE DOGS

Build reading confidence and improve reading skills by reading to a dog. The dogs and their trainer will listen with compassion and without judgment as you read to them. Sign up for a 20 minute session. Every month on the second Saturday.

Saturday, April 11, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Email askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov to register.

READY, SET, DANCE!

Doty Dance Studio brings their intro to dance program for our little patrons.If you’ve ever wanted to give your preschooler a sample dance experience, this is it!

Wednesday, April 15, 10:15-10:45 a.m. Best for ages 2-6.

Storytimes

BABY STORYTIME

Introduce your child to the love of reading and books. We lead caregivers in an interactive experience that will have you bouncing, tickling, singing, and enjoying books together with your baby. Designed for babies 0-12 months and their grown-ups.

Tuesdays @ 9:30 a.m.

FUN FOR ONES

The perfect next step for your walking one-year-old! Sing, dance, read, and grow a love of books and reading. Designed for ages 12-23 months and their caregivers. Ends with 15 minutes of playtime.

Tuesdays @ 10:15 a.m.

ALL AGES STORYTIME

Join us for interactive storytimes where we read books, sing songs, and play action rhymes. This event is designed for kids birth to 6. All ages welcome.

Wednesdays @ 9:30 & 10:15 a.m.

No storytime April 15.

Events for Teens

AFTER SCHOOL SPECIALS

Join us after school for something special. We have fun activities such as Virtual Reality Headsets and Switch gaming planned this month. Drop in program for kids, tweens, and teens over by the Information Desk.

Wednesdays, April 1 & 9, 3:00-4:30 p.m.

TEEN VOLUNTEER CLUB

Welcome teens 7th-12th grade who want to make a difference in their community through the library! We welcome newcomers! Reach out to let us at askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov to know you're coming.

Thursdays, April 2 & 16, 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Events for Adults

TRUTH AND AI

AI can create photos, videos, and stories that look real but aren’t, so how do you know what’s real anymore? Learn how these work, why they spread quickly, and practice spotting misinformation before it fools you. Registration encouraged.

Thursday, April 2, 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Registration encouraged. Click here to register.

DIGITAL NAVIGATOR TECH HELP

Drop-in Digital Navigator Tech Help is every Saturday except the 3rd Saturday in January (when we have a computer class). Need device help? Have technology questions? Want help with job searches? Bring your own device or use library computers. Provided in partnership with AmeriCorps and WCCLS.

Saturdays, April 4, 11, & 25, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

ESTATE PLANNING MADE SIMPLE

Join author Cheryl Gill for a “how to” introduction to estate planning, including info on essential documents everyone needs and avoiding common mistakes. Registration is encouraged but not required.

Saturday, April 4, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Click here to register.

ADULT BOOK DISCUSSION

Read. Be inspired. Discuss. We are discussing All The Beauty in the World by Patrick Bringley -- about the real-life chronicles of a security guard at The Met, over the course of several decades. Sponsored by Friends of Sherwood Public Library.

Wednesday, April 8, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Registration encouraged. Email askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov to register.

INTRO TO WORD

Join us before the library opens for a workshop for people who want to learn the basics of creating and typing a document in Microsoft Word. Class size is limited.

Saturday, April 18, 8:30-10:00 a.m.

Registration encouraged. Click here to register.

JUNK JOURNALS

Learn to make your very own journal with an easy technique that does not require sewing. With paper, glue, and scissors you will create a memorable journal to use to save memorabilia, thoughts, ideas, poems, etc. All supplies included.

Saturday, April 18, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Ages 10 to adult.

Registration required. Click here to register.

NEW Accessibility Tools

We have many new tools at the library to help assist with accessibility needs. We have JAWS* screen reader and TypeAbility* teaching software for blind and low-vision users, in-house computer accessories such as ergonomic mice* and large print and Braille keyboards*, and much more!

* Paid for by a notable grant won by Sherwood Library Foundation from the Network of the National Library of Medicine, Region 5 and the National Institutes of Health.

Tax Resources

Tax season is wrapping up! We have Federal tax forms 1040 and 1040-SR for people ages 65+, along with instruction booklets, OR-40 forms, and tax tables. Need to print more tax forms or other tax documents? Printing is free for the first 25 pages or contact us at 503-625-6688 for curbside print pick-up. Ask library staff for assistance. We’ve compiled more tax resources at: sherwoodoregon.gov/library/taxes.

Library Hours

Sunday: 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Monday-Wednesday: 10:00 am-7:00 pm
Thursday & Friday: 11:00 am-6:00 pm

Saturday: 10:00 am-6:00 pm

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22560 SW Pine St
Sherwood, Oregon 97140
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