Library News October 2025
Cedar Mill and Bethany Library Events and Programs
Find event calendars, storytime schedules and more at Library.CedarMill.org. To learn more and register for these events, visit the Event Calendar page and select the date for the event you’re interested in. For more information, call (503) 644-0043, visit the website, or email askuscml@wccls.org.
Abbreviations: CML is Cedar Mill Library, 1080 NW Saltzman Rd.; Bethany Library Annex is BLA, 4888 NW Bethany Blvd, Suite K-2; BL is Bethany Library, 15325 NW Central Drive, Suite J-8y.
- Making Movies & Inspiring Creativity
- Fall Fest
- Hallo-week
- Bethany Village Halloween Hunt
- Grab and Go Crafts
- STEM Building and Design Challenge
- Diwali Craft
- Kids Costume Exchange
- Play and Learn
- Fall Drop-In Craft
- Storytimes
- Chaotic Crusaders Club: D&D for Teens
- Teen Crafternoon: Insect Taxidermy
- English for Speakers of Other Languages: Advanced
- Spanish Conversation Hour
- Avid Adventurers Alliance: D&D for Adults
- Relationships For Resilience
- Citizenship Class
- Meet The Bees In Your Backyard
- OBOB 101 for Grown-Ups
- Open Enrollment One-on-One
- Passwords, Passkeys, and More
- Technology Open Lab
- Renters’ Rights Workshop
- Writers’ Mill
- Owl Book Group
Support the Library
Multi-age
Making Movies & Inspiring Creativity
Saturday, October 18, 3-4 pm, CML, Ages 11+
Join us for a look at the world of movie making and animation as Yin-Fang Liao shares a behind the scenes look at the film industry. Relaying stories from her time working on films like Coraline, ParaNorman, The Boxtrolls, Robots and more, she’ll explore what it’s really like to work on feature films, collaborate with large creative teams and bring characters to life through the art of computer animation.
Fall Fest
Friday, October 24, 6-8 pm, CML All Ages
Explore a library maze, play games and enjoy more activities! Costumes encouraged at this candy-free event.
Hallo-week
Monday, October 27-Friday, October 31, All Day, CML and BL, All Ages
Celebrate the week of Halloween with us! Come into the library wearing a costume and get a spooky sticker prize.
Bethany Village Halloween Hunt
Friday, October 31, 3-6 pm, BL, All Ages
Drop by the library for the annual Bethany Village Halloween Hunt and receive a fun treat!
Kids
Grab and Go Crafts
Friday, October 3, All Day, CML and BLA
Pick up craft supplies, while supplies last.
STEM Building and Design Challenge
Friday, October 10, 10:30 am-12 pm, CML, Ages 6-11
Use everyday materials to build tall structures and complete a mystery design challenge.
Diwali Craft
Saturday, October 11, 11 am-1 pm, CML, Ages 3+
Create colorful art for the Festival of Lights!
Materials provided.
Kids Costume Exchange
Wednesday, October 15, 11-11:45 am, BLA, Ages 0-12
Trade clean, gently-used kids’ costumes and accessories for a new-to-you outfit.
Play and Learn
Tuesday, October 21, 10 am-12 pm, CML, Ages 2-6
Drop by to play and discover with your child.
Fall Drop-In Craft
Friday, October 31, 10 am-5 pm, CML, Ages 2+
Celebrate Halloween with crafts and activities. Wear your costume and get a treat!
Storytimes
Learn more at library.cedarmill.org/storytime.
Babytime
Wednesdays through October 15, 11:30 am-12 pm, CML, Ages 0-12 months
Toddler Storytime
Tuesdays & Thursdays through October 16, 10:30-11 am, CML and BLA, 12-36 months
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays through October 15, 10:30-11 am, CML and BLA, Ages 3+
Family Storytime
Saturday, October 4, 10:30-11 am, CML Ages 2+
Japanese Storytime
Monday, October 6, 10:30-11 am, BLA, Ages 2-6
Korean Storytime
Monday, October 27, 10:30-11 am, BLA, Ages 2-6
Mandarin Storytime
Monday, October 13, 10:30-11 am, BLA, Ages 2-6
Spanish Storytime
Saturday, October 11, 10:30-11 am, CML, Ages 2-6
Teens & Tweens
Chaotic Crusaders Club: D&D for Teens
Saturday, October 11, 1-3 pm, CML, Ages 11-18, Registration Required
Join us for a game of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition. New and experienced players welcome!
Teen Crafternoon: Insect Taxidermy
Friday, October 31, 2-3 pm, Ages 11-18, CML
Paint a plastic bug in whatever pattern or design you like, then mount them on a wooden plaque to showcase as fancy art or creepy decor.
Visit library.cedarmill.org/teens to find resources for teens and tweens.
Adults
English for Speakers of Other Languages: Advanced
Every Thursday, 3-5 pm, CML, Adults
Discuss themes, grammar, and vocabulary from the provided textbook. Hosted by Goodwill Industries.
Spanish Conversation Hour
Wednesday, October 8, 6:30-7:30 pm, CML, Adults
Improve your Spanish language skills through facilitated conversations.
Avid Adventurers Alliance: D&D for Adults
Saturday, October 11, 1-3 pm, CML, Ages 19+, Registration Required
Join us for a game of Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition. New and experienced players welcome!
Relationships For Resilience
Wednesday, October 1, 6-7:30 pm, Online via Zoom, Adults, Registration Required
In this conversation, we will explore the dynamics of our relationships and how we can improve them with others, our communities, and our world.
Citizenship Class
Thursdays, October 2-December 18, 5:30-7:30 pm, CML, Adults
Free citizenship classes provided by SOAR Immigration Legal Services. Classes are designed to prepare you for the US naturalization interview and exam.
Meet The Bees In Your Backyard
Wednesday, October 15, 6:30-7:30 pm, CML, Adults
Discover the unique behaviors and morphology of our local 60+ species of bees and get tips on what to plant in your garden to attract different bees.
OBOB 101 for Grown-Ups
Wednesday, October 15, 6:30-7:30 pm, Online via Zoom, Adults
This overview of the Oregon Battle of the Books will give tips on preparing kids to have fun and be successful.
Open Enrollment One-on-One
Friday, October 17, 3-4 pm, CML, Adults
Talk one-on-one to insurance advocates from Health Plans in Oregon who can help you choose the plan that is right for you.
Passwords, Passkeys, and More
Tuesday, October 21, 10:30 am-12 pm, CML, Adults, Registration Required
Learn password basics and options to keep your personal information secure.
Technology Open Lab
Thursday, October 9, October 23, 1-3 pm, CML, Adults
Get started with basic computer skills and practice with laptops, tablets or cellphones. Bring your own device or use one of our laptops.
Renters’ Rights Workshop
Wednesday, October 22, 6-7:30 pm, BLA, Adults
Community Alliance of Tenants will share the rights that renters have and what resources are available.
Monthly Groups for Adults
Questions? Write askuscml@wccls.org and visit cedarmillbethany.libcal.com.
Writers’ Mill
Sunday, October 19, 1-3 pm, CML and on Zoom, Free
Popular author and speaker Maryka Biaggio returns to the Writers Mill, reprising her talk from the Historical Novel Society Conference on notes, prologs, maps, etc. If you’ve ever wondered when and how to include those extra details, or why they sometimes inform and sometimes annoy you as a reader, this is the talk for you. Find out more from your librarian or on our website at portlandwritersmill.org.
Owl Book Group
Friday, October 31, 10:30 am-12 pm, CML, Adults & Teens 16+
Discuss All the Beauty in the World: The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Me by Patrick Bringley
Learn more about library groups and events for adults at library.cedarmill.org/adults
Second Edition Resale
Monday-Thursday 10 am-5 pm, Friday-Saturday 10 am-4 pm. Sunday 12 pm-4 pm, 1050 NW Saltzman Rd.
Fall for great savings on new-to-you items at your favorite resale shop! Visit us on Facebook and Instagram to find out about 50% and 75%-off sale days @SecondEditionResale.
Upcoming Themes: Western, Halloween
All proceeds from your purchases made at Second Edition Resale support Cedar Mill and Bethany Community Libraries. Donations accepted during business hours. Learn more at Second Edition Resale. Follow @SecondEditionResale on Facebook and Instagram to see the newest items and keep up with promotions and sales.
Library Book Sale
CMBCL’s Book Sale offers over 2,000 titles at great prices waiting to be yours! 100% of your Book Sale purchases and donations benefit the nonprofit Cedar Mill and Bethany Community Libraries. Questions about donating? Call (503) 644-0043 x116 or visit the library book sale website.
