Classes & Lectures
Through the classes and seminars held at the library, you can:
- Appreciate the genius of Shakespeare
- Discover the hidden depths of film making
- Feel the pulse of the inspired poet
- Take a guided tour through literature, film, and history
- Trace the development of the short story
- View history in a whole new light
These programs are always insightful, but casual, and are taught by seasoned and knowledgeable teachers.
See below for our current and upcoming offerings.
Winter-Spring (Jan.-May)
PROFILES
Explore the people, places, and events that shape our lives, our world, our universe. Presented by Dr. Bill Thierfelder, Professor Emeritus and Docent Emeritus at the American Museum of Natural History.
- Ages: High School through Adult
- Wednesday, Jan. 7
- Albert Einstein. The life behind the equations is as fascinating and baffling as the formulas themselves. From his work as patent office clerk to the honored Princeton University professor, from his marriages to the tangled relationships with his children and grandchildren, Einstein’s personal story is fascinating, all the more so when juxtaposed with his work as the “greatest mind of his age.” Sign up to receive the Zoom meeting code.
- Wednesday, Feb. 4
- Harriet Tubman. Harriet Tubman, born Araminta Ross, often referred to as the "Black Moses" of the Underground Railroad, dedicated her life to creating safe passages for slaves to escape to freedom. This presentation delves into the life and impact of Harriet Tubman, and the need to embrace her story in our troubled times. Sign up to receive the Zoom meeting code.
- Wednesday, Mar. 4
- Gertrude Stein. Gertrude Stein was an American novelist, poet, playwright, and art collector. Born in America, Stein moved to Paris in 1903 and made France her home for the remainder of her life. She hosted a Saturday evening salon where the leading figures of modernism in literature, music, and art, such as Pablo Picasso, Igor Stravinsky, Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Sinclair Lewis, Ezra Pound, Sherwood Anderson and Henri Matisse, would meet. This program explores some of the luminaries who made Gertrude Stein's salon one of the most remarkable artistic and creative experiences of the 20th century. Sign up to receive the Zoom meeting code.
- Wednesday, Apr. 1
- Wordsworth & Coleridge. Harriet Tubman, born Araminta Ross, often referred to as the "Black Moses" of the Underground Railroad, dedicated her life to creating safe passages for slaves to escape to freedom. This presentation delves into the life and impact of Harriet Tubman, and the need to embrace her story in our troubled times. Sign up to receive the Zoom meeting code.
- Wednesday, May 6
- King Arthur. Gertrude Stein was an American novelist, poet, playwright, and art collector. Born in America, Stein moved to Paris in 1903 and made France her home for the remainder of her life. She hosted a Saturday evening salon where the leading figures of modernism in literature, music, and art, such as Pablo Picasso, Igor Stravinsky, Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Sinclair Lewis, Ezra Pound, Sherwood Anderson and Henri Matisse, would meet. This program explores some of the luminaries who made Gertrude Stein's salon one of the most remarkable artistic and creative experiences of the 20th century. Sign up to receive the Zoom meeting code.
- Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
- Location: Online - Zoom (Not sure what that is? Call us and we'll help you! 503-682-2744)
- No Charge
Space Talks
Discover the history and science behind our exploration of the moon, Mars, and the universe with these talks presented by docents Donn Anderson & John Jennings from Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum. Learn more on the Space Talks page.
- Ages: High School through Adult
- Saturday, Jan. 10: NASA Continues Flying to the Moon at a Fast CLPS
- Saturday, Feb. 7: Interstellar Objects from Outside Our Solar System
- Saturday, Mar. 7: My Rocket Engines
- Saturday, Apr. 4: TBA
- Saturday, May 2: TBA
- Time: 11:00am-12:30pm
- Location: Oak Room
- No Charge
COMPUTER BASICS
Build a strong foundation in your educational journey by learning the basics of computer use. This class is for those who haven't ever opened a computer, and for casual users wanting to get the most from their time spent in front of the computer screen. Computers provided for class use run on Windows 11.
No registration. Drop in!
Presented by Goodwill Career Center
- Ages: High School through Adult
- Mondays (1st Monday of the month): 1/05, 2/02, 3/02, 4/06, 5/04
- Time: 11:00am-12:00pm
- Location: Rose Room
- No Charge
GMAIL
Learn to create, or better utilize, a Google email (Gmail) account. This class will guide you through the process of account creation and help you navigate the use of tools to enhance email productivity. Computers provided for class use run on Windows 11.
No registration. Drop in!
Presented by Goodwill Career Center
- Ages: High School through Adult
- Mondays (2nd Monday of the month): 1/12, 2/09, 3/09, 4/13, 5/11
- Time: 11:00am-12:00pm
- Location: Rose Room
- No Charge
MICROSOFT WORD
Begin to master the spectrum of capabilities within Microsoft Word, gaining practical formatting skills and an introduction to advanced skills like design and layout. Computers provided for class use run on Windows 11.
No registration. Drop in!
Presented by Goodwill Career Center
- Ages: High School through Adult
- Mondays (3rd Monday of the month): 3/16, 4/20, 5/18
No class 1/19, 2/16 - Time: 11:00am-12:00pm
- Location: Rose Room
- No Charge
ONLINE JOB SEARCHING
This class will guide you through the modern job search process, helping you navigate online job postings with confidence. Whether you are new to online job searching or looking to refine your approach, this class will equip you with essential skills to stand out to employers. Computers provided for class use run on Windows 11.
No registration. Drop in!
Presented by Goodwill Career Center
- Ages: High School through Adult
- Mondays (4th Monday of the month): 1/26, 2/23, 3/23, 4/27
No class 5/25 - Time: 11:00am-12:00pm
- Location: Rose Room
- No Charge
