November 2024
Support the Library and Invest in Our Community
Donors help us to meet the needs of our community. As you plan your year-end giving, we invite you to find a way to support the library that means the most to you:

     • Support bookclubs and summer reading for all ages with donations of funds
        or used books and media to the Friends of the Sherwood Public Library

        (sherwoodfol.org), a private, Non-Profit 501c3 corporation.
     • Improve our facility with a study room. Sherwood Library Foundation

        (sherwoodlibraryfoundation.com) has been established to complement public
        funding with private donations.
     • Help our patrons most in need. Purchase from our Amazon Wishlist
        (a.co/dVZycYJ), to be delivered to Sherwood Public Library.
     • Double your impact and be eligible for tax credits. Donate matching funds

        to the Oregon Cultural Trust (culturaltrust.org).

Learn more at sherwoodoregon.gov/library/SupportDonatePartner.
Voting Resources -- November 5 Election
Ballots have been mailed for the November 5 general election. Track your ballot status through BallotTrax. A drive-up Official Ballot Dropsite is in our parking lot at 22560 SW Pine street. Ballots can also be mailed, no postage required, and must be postmarked by November 5. Find out more sherwoodoregon.gov/library/page/VotingResources
Celebrating Native American History
When We Gather = Ostadahlisiha : a Cherokee Tribal Feast
by Andrea L. Rogers

One Cherokee child celebrates the family tradition of gathering wild onions for a big community meal, a significant tradition among several southeastern tribes.
More suggestions for children here
The Rez Doctor
by Gitz Crazyboy

Young Ryan Fox gets good grades, but he's not sure what he wants to be when he grows up. It isn't until he meets a Blackfoot doctor during a school assembly that he starts to dream big. However, becoming a doctor isn't easy. University takes Ryan away from his family and the community, and without their support, he begins to struggle.
More suggestions for teens here
Wandering Stars
by Tommy Orange

Tracing the legacies of the Sand Creek Massacre in 1864 to the aftermath of Orvil Red Feather's shooting, Opal tries to hold her family together while Orvil becomes emotionally reliant on prescription medications, and his younger brother, suffering from PTSD, secretly enacts blood rituals to connect to his Cheyenne heritage.
More suggestions for adults here
Library Events and Activities
All are free and open to the public
Events for Everyone
CELEBRATING OUR HERITAGE:
JINGLE DRESS DANCE
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with us! Keeli Littleleaf Kotchik will perform a Jingle Dress Dance, representing healing and pride. This event is made possible through the Cultural Coalition of Washington County and the Oregon Cultural Trust.
Saturday, November 16, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Events for Youth and Family
READ TO THE DOGS
Build reading confidence and improve reading skills by reading to a dog. Missy and her trainer will listen with compassion and without judgment as you read to her. Sign up for a 20 minute session. Every second Saturday of the month.
Saturday, November 9, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Email askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov to register.
PAPERBACK PALS
[IN-PERSON / ZOOM]
It's so much fun to talk about the books you love with pals who enjoy reading! A free copy of The Wild Robot by Peter Brown is available at registration while supplies last. Sponsored by Friends of Sherwood Public Library.
Thursday, November 21, 3:45-4:45 p.m. Grades 3-5.  
Email askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov to register.
STEAM SATURDAY /
SÁBADO DE STEAM
Drop in for a dose of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) fun on the last Saturday of every month. Explore stations at our pop-up event including a VR headset (ages 10+), a robot station, Snap Circuits, 3-D pens, and craft station.
Saturday, November 23, 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
All ages.
 
Visite la biblioteca para recibir una dosis de STEAM. Explore las estaciones en nuestro evento emergente que incluye auriculares VR (mayores de 10 años), una estación de robots, Snap Circuits, bolígrafos 3-D y una estación de manualidades. *STEAM (abreviado en inglés) = Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería, Arte y Matemáticas.
Sábado, 23 de noviembre, de 11:00 a.m. a 1:00 p.m.
Para todas las edades.
Storytimes
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 @ 9:30 a.m.
TODDLER STORYTIME
Ready to sing, dance, play and listen to interactive stories? Then you're ready for Toddler Storytime! Designed for ages 2-3 years and their caregivers. Ends with 20 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.
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.
Thursdays @ 10:15 a.m. No storytime November 28.
Events for Tweens and Teens
TEENLAB
Join a solid group of teens who want to make the library a great place! Email askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov for info on volunteering.
Tuesdays, November 5 and 19, 4:00-5:00 p.m.
TEEN BOOK CLUB
Are you a teen who loves reading? Join us to discuss books, have a snack, and do related activities. Register and get a free copy of War Girls by Tochi Onyebuchi read before our meeting, while supplies last. Books read in Teen Book Club may contain mature content. Sponsored by Friends of Sherwood Public Library.
Wednesday, November 13, 3:30-4:30 p.m. Grades 9-12.
Email askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov to register.
FICTION FRIENDS
[IN-PERSON / ZOOM]
Friends are easy to make and keep at this book discussion. Free copy of The Magical Imperfect by Chris Baron available at registration, while supplies last. Sponsored by Friends of Sherwood Public Library. 
Thursday, November 14, 4:00-5:00 p.m. Grades 6-8. 
Email askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov to register.
 
Events for Adults
CITIZENSHIP CLASSES /
CLASES DE CIUDADANÍA
Volunteers from Mission:Citizen offer a free citizenship course that will cover U.S. history, the structure of government, civil rights, and basic civic concepts. The course is in English, and presenters are able to answer questions in English, Spanish, and other languages. Each class covers a different topic. No class October 31.
Thursdays through November 21, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
 
Voluntarios de Mission:Citizen ofrecerán un curso gratis que cubirá la historia de los Estados Unidos, la estructura de gobiemo, derechos civiles y conceptos cívicos básicos. El curso es en ingles y los presentadores pueden responder preguntas en ingles, español, y otros idiomas. Cada clase cubre un tema diferente. No hay clase de 31 de octubre.
Los jueves hasta el 21 de noviembre, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
MOBILE DEVICE BASICS // CONCEPTOS BASICOS DE LOS DISPOSITIVOS MÓVILES
This workshop is for those who have a new mobile device, or are considering purchasing one, and want to learn more about the basic features. Childcare provided. Class takes place at the SHARE Center [21920 SW Sherwood Blvd.].
Wednesday, November 20, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Free dinner at 5:30 p.m. Click here to register.
 
Este taller está dirigido a quienes tienen un nuevo dispositivo móvil, o están considerando adquirir uno, y quieren aprender más sobre las funciones básicas. Se proporciona cuidado de niños. La clase se lleva a cabo en el Centro SHARE [21920 SW Sherwood Blvd.].
Miercoles, 20 de noviembre, 6:00-7:00 p.m. Cena gratis a las 5:30 p.m. Haga clic aquí para registrarse.
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Library Hours
Sherwood Public Library will be closed Monday, November 11, for Veteran’s Day. We will close early Wednesday, November 27, and remain closed through Friday, November 29, for the Thanksgiving Holiday. 
 
LIBRARY HOURS
Sunday: 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Monday-Thursday: 10:00 am-8:00 pm
Friday & Saturday: 10:00 am-6:00 pm
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