News From Your Library - Multnomah County Library's e-newsletter - July 2008
Footsteps photo by Rick Iwasaki

Portland Taiko

July 16

The exuberant performances of Portland Taiko vibrate audiences to the core. Taiko is a dynamic and evolving performing art combining rhythm, movement, energy and Asian culture. Don't miss this show hosted at Fairview Park for Fairview-Columbia Library.

Textbooks

Gotta Read This! Educator Workshops

These workshops are an invaluable summer activity for educators. Learn about new books available to use in language arts, social studies, math, science and arts classes. Register now for these August workshops.

Tick Toc, a poem by Dave Cash, was letterpess printed on handmade paper in an edition of 24. The text is framed by a linoleum cut of film frames and the cover illustration is an etching. 1993.

Inge Bruggeman: A Selection of Fine Press Artist's Books

July 5 - August 30

With 15 years of bookmaking experience, Inge Bruggeman is one of Portland's premier book artists. This exhibit in the John Wilson Special Collections showcases Bruggeman's striking book and broadside designs.

Flamenco dancer

Flamenco dance

Born as an expressive art of oppressed people in the southern Spanish province of Andalusia, flamenco is centuries old. Join local instructor Rafaela de Cadiz at North Portland Library to learn the basics of this powerful and graceful folk dance.

Spools of thread

Research your craft

For artists, craftspersons or anyone researching a do-it-yourself project, the library's online crafts reference page is an indispensable resource. Find links on everything from crafts blogs and knitting groups to paper arts and textile museums.

Border collie

Border Collies International Performing Canine Team

The border collie is an intelligent and highly energetic breed of herding dog, now popular as sport dogs. This canine team entertains and educates with sports demonstrations, such as frisbee, soccer, football and basketball. Great for the whole family!

Birds and book covers

For the Birds! Books for Bird Lovers

The library's online booklist for all things bird related is an essential stop for avid bird-watchers and bird lovers. Find recommendations on topics ranging from bird-watching and bird behavior to fictional birds and birds on film.

Upcoming events

Music in Action!

Families, grades K-5
3-3:45 p.m.
Sat., July 5
Belmont Library

Autobiographical Comics

Grades 6-8, teens
4-6 p.m.
Wed., July 9
Holgate Library

Cover of The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein

Celebrate Shel Silverstein

Families,
grades K-5
2-2:45 p.m.
Fri., July 11
Midland Library

Jim Fischer's Piano Summit: Culture, Class and the Musical Caravan

Adults
Various times, dates and locations

Captain Bogg & Salty - photo by Chris Owen

Captain Bogg & Salty

All ages
11 a.m.-noon & 1-2 p.m.
Wed., July 16
Gresham Library

A Bug's Eye View: Stories About Bugs

Families, grades K-5
Various dates, times and locations

Bee

Spellapalooza: The Sequel

Adults
1-4 p.m.
Sat., July 19
Central Library

Lorna Miller Western Hummingbird

Families, preschool-grade 5
6:30-7:30 p.m.
Tue., July 22
Capitol Hill Library

Esther Clayson Pohl Lovejoy, M.D.: Changing the Face of Medicine in Oregon and Across the World

Teens, adults
6:30-8 p.m.
Tue., July 22
Central Library

The Hollywood Librarian: A Look at Librarians Through Film

Adults
3-5 p.m.
Sat., July 19
6-8 p.m.
Wed., July 23
Capitol Hill Library

Space at programs is limited. Registration may be required; check online or ask at your neighborhood library.

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