Programs
On January 7th, Molly Gloss spoke at the Sandy Library. Molly Gloss is the bestselling author of The Jump-Off Creek, The Dazzle of Day, Wild Life, The Hearts of Horses and Falling From Horses. Her work has earned numerous awards, including an Oregon Book Award, a Pacific Northwest Booksellers Award, the PEN West Fiction Prize, the James Tiptree Jr. Award, and a Whiting Writers Award.
On January 11, Barbara Virgilio, MSW from Mt. Hood Hospice shared about care options for end of life. Barbara earned BA degrees in sociology and philosophy with a Certificate in Gerontology from Oregon State University. Barbara then attended Portland State University earning her Master of Social Work. Barbara began working for Mt. Hood Hospice in 2007. She often assists families in deciding about whether or where to move their loved ones when needed.
On January 16th, Brian Doyle spoke at the Hoodland Library. Brian Doyle is the editor of Portland Magazine at the University of Portland, in Oregon. He is the author of many books, including the novels Mink River and The Plover. The Grail, is his account of a year in a pinot noir vineyard in Oregon. Mr. Doyle’s newest novel Martin Marten is set near Mt. Hood and the Zigzag river. This event was standing room only, as 72 people attended.
A free show from The Sandy Actors Theatre! Thursday January 21st in the fireplace room of the Sandy Library. SAT presented a few scenes from their upcoming play. The Compleat Works of Wllm Shkspr runs from January 29th-February 21st at the Sandy Actors Theatre.
On January 27, we held a Pajama Story Time and Teddy Bear Sleepover at Hoodland Library. Kids Brought their second-most favorite stuffed buddy to the library for a special evening story time. Their stuffed animal stayed overnight for a special party, kids picked them up the next day, along with pictures of their adventures! View the video (1:15)!
On January 27th we started a new Anime Club at the Sandy Library. This club is specifically for 6-8th graders to come together to share their passion for anime. We’ll watch some anime, talk about our favorites, eat snacks, and craft. 23 kids attended our first meeting.
On January 28th we held the first program in a Sustainability Series at the Sandy Library. It was for those interested in learning more about solar energy and the benefits, processes, costs and incentives associated with installing solar. A free workshop by Solar Oregon, the region’s solar education non-profit.
On January 30th, Susan Blackaby spoke at the Sandy Library. Susan Blackaby is local children’s author of the Brownie Groundhog series, Nest, Nook, and Cranny, and many others. She spoke about the writing process, sharing her stories and illustrations, and offered a craft. This program was geared towards parents and their 3-8 year old kids.
Administrative
In January, the library changed from using Square for Credit Card transactions, to using Propay. Propay has a number of benefits for us, as it can be used directly through our library software program, has a simpler interface, and has additional security measures in place.
Planning for RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) continues for all Clackamas County libraries. We may be tagging our items as early as May. The goal is to have all items in our collection tagged by September 15th. The RFID implementation will include new self-checkout units, RFID pads for staff stations, and possibly security gates.
Art Installation
The library is currently hosting Indian Art of the Northwest Coast from the collection of George and Colleen Hoyt. This beautiful exhibit will be up at least through the month of February.
