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TUENOV 3
6:30 PM
Talks & LecturesDanceBilingual EventsArts & Media

Lecture Demonstration with Hung Dance

In this lecture demonstration, members of Hung Dance will provide an introduction to Taiwanese dance company Hung Dance’s movement language, including how their acclaimed work Birdy blends traditional Chinese exercises and materials with contemporary dance. The company will also delve into the inspiration and concepts behind Birdy, followed by a short excerpt of the work. Guests will have the opportunity to have their questions about the dance answered by members of the company. This lecture demonstration will be delivered primarily in Mandarin, with live translation between Mandarin and English.

MONNOV 2
3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Arts & MediaCraftsBooksStorytimesHolidays & SeasonalBilingual EventsKids & Family

Fiesta del Día de Muertos

¡Los invitamos a la biblioteca a celebrar con nosotros el Día de Muertos!

Habrá cuentos, manualidades y mucha diversión. Completamente gratis y no es necesario registrarse.

El Día de Muertos es una tradición cultural festiva y colorida celebrada a través de América Latina, México y España para recordar a los seres queridos que han partido al otro mundo.

Este programa será en espanglish.

TUENOV 3
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Bilingual EventsArts & MediaTheaterKids (5-11)

La Ratoncita Presumida​ / The Vain Little Mouse

Puppet show presented by Venezuelan Americans, Melissa and Carlos Bertran. A bilingual (Spanish/English) story from Venezuela. In this story, the tiny heroine thinks herself much too fine to accept the proposal of a common mouse. Instead, she sets her sights on 'worthier' matches, such as the sun, the wind, and the mountain. Yet, her search for the perfect suitor brings her right back to the romantic little mouse who first proposed. This show was developed with the guidance of Venezuelan Americans and features Venezuelan music. A truly bilingual experience!

Espectáculo de títeres presentado por los venezolano-estadounidenses Melissa y Carlos Bertran. Una historia bilingüe (español/inglés) de Venezuela. En esta historia, la pequeña heroína se cree demasiado fina para aceptar la propuesta de matrimonio de un ratón común. En cambio, fija su atención en pretendientes "más dignos", como el sol, el viento y la montaña. Sin embargo, su búsqueda del pretendiente ideal termina llevándola de vuelta al pequeño ratón romántico que fue el primero en pedirle que se casara con él. Este espectáculo fue desarrollado con la guía de venezolano-estadounidenses y tiene música venezolana. ¡Una verdadera experiencia bilingüe!

SATNOV 7
4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Support GroupsArts & MediaBilingual EventsDining

The Lost Table: A Community Gathering for Grief and Remembrance

Milagro – Miracle Theatre Group525 Southeast Stark Street

The Portland Grief House invites you to join The Lost Table, a resilient, welcoming space to gather in community and share experiences of loss. Bring a dish, pull up a chair, and share your heart in good company. Grief can be hard to understand, and sometimes what is needed most is community, conversation, and food. During the gathering, each participant will have a few minutes to share their grief in whatever way feels right—whether it's someone who is missed, something that has changed, a loss being carried, or an experience that continues to shape. While one person shares, the rest will listen with care and presence. Save time at the end of the evening to thank one another and connect, but please refrain from interrupting or responding during the sharing portion.

Día de Muertos and the month of November invite you to reflect on and remember loved ones who have passed—a time to celebrate their lives and meet death not with fear, but with love, memory, storytelling, and even humor. Mario Mesquita will lead an opening creative activity exploring memory and the role of cuisine in honoring loved ones, building toward a collective community tribute. Participants are welcome to bring a photograph of a loved one or create an offering featuring their loved one's name.

Bea Ogden will present the Hungry Ghost tradition and make an offering for the community ofrenda, opening a cultural exchange around how different traditions honor and remember the dead. Mario and Bea will also guide participants in writing a community poem, inviting each person to contribute a line or dedication to place on the altar.

Please bring:

  • A dish to share, along with any serving utensils it requires. You're welcome to bring something simple—such as a bag of chips or fresh fruit—or a favorite dish that reminds you of a loved one.
  • Your own dinnerware (plate, bowl, utensils, and napkin).
  • Optional: A beverage for yourself if you would like something other than water.
  • Optional: A photograph of a loved one to include in our community tribute

The Portland Grief House is honored to continue this tradition, originally started by Side Yard Farm. El Centro Milagro is excited to partner with Portland Grief House to create a welcoming space for both English- and Spanish-speaking community members to gather, remember, and heal together.

Portland Grief House les invita a unirse a La Mesa Perdida, un espacio resiliente y acogedor para reunirnos en comunidad y compartir nuestras experiencias de pérdida. Traigan un platillo, acerquen una silla y compartan su corazón en buena compañía. El duelo puede ser difícil de comprender y, a veces, lo que más necesitamos es comunidad, conversación y comida. Durante el encuentro, cada participante tendrá unos minutos para compartir su duelo de la manera que le resulte más natural: alguien a quien extrañamos, algo que ha cambiado, una pérdida que llevamos con nosotros, o una experiencia que sigue marcando nuestra vida. Mientras una persona comparte, el resto escucha con atención y presencia. Guardaremos tiempo al final de la noche para agradecer y conectar, pero pedimos que los participantes se abstengan de interrumpir ni de responder durante el momento de compartir.

El Día de Muertos y el mes de noviembre nos invitan a reflexionar y recordar a nuestros seres queridos fallecidos—un tiempo para celebrar sus vidas y enfrentar la muerte no con miedo, sino con amor, memoria, relatos e incluso humor. Mario Mesquita dirigirá una actividad creativa de apertura que explora la memoria y el papel de la cocina para honrar a nuestros seres queridos, construyendo hacia un tributo colectivo. Los participantes pueden traer una fotografía de un ser querido, o crear una ofrenda con el nombre de su ser querido.

Bea Ogden presentará la tradición del Fantasma Hambriento y hará una ofrenda a nuestra ofrenda comunitaria, abriendo un intercambio cultural sobre cómo distintas tradiciones honran y recuerdan a los difuntos. Mario y Bea también guiarán a los participantes en la escritura de un poema comunitario, invitando a cada persona a aportar una línea o dedicatoria para colocar en el altar.

Por favor traigan:

  • Un platillo para compartir, junto con los utensilios de servir que necesite. Algo sencillo es bienvenido—como una bolsa de papas fritas o fruta fresca—o un platillo favorito que les recuerde a un ser querido.
  • Su propia vajilla (plato, tazón, cubiertos y servilleta).
  • Una bebida para ustedes mismos, si desean algo más que agua.
  • Una fotografía de un ser querido para incluir en nuestro tributo comunitario (opcional).

Portland Grief House se siente honrado de continuar esta tradición, iniciada originalmente por Side Yard Farm. El Centro Milagro se emociona de asociarse con Portland Grief House para crear un espacio acogedor donde los miembros de las comunidades de habla inglesa y española puedan reunirse, recordar y sanar juntos.

SUNNOV 15
12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
All ages💰 PaidDrop-inArts & MediaMuseumsCraftsBilingual EventsWorkshopsTalks & LecturesTours

Art in ASL + Look With Me

Portland Art Museum celebrates the Deaf Community with Art in ASL on the 3rd Sunday of every month. Deaf Community members and their companions enjoy complimentary admission all day and are invited to participate in guided Look with Me sessions in the galleries between 12-3pm. Visitors of all ages are welcome.

Some Look with Me sessions will be led in ASL and some will be led in English. All sessions will have interpretation. Look for signs in the galleries to find locations of each session.

Join us for slow looking sessions from 12-3 pm then come to the Finley Studio for artmaking and social time from 3-5 pm.

Look With Me does not require special tickets. Museum tickets can be purchased online or at the box office.

Accessibility:
The museum galleries are wheelchair, mobility device, and stroller accessible. Complimentary stools, folding chairs, manual wheelchairs, and assistive technology are available upon request. All museum accessibility info is available here. Please contact us with any additional access needs at [email protected] or leave a videophone message at 503-420-3169.

Art in ASL is presented in partnership with the Deaf Look Club, a program of Bridge City Montessori.

SATNOV 14
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Arts & MediaBilingual EventsTalks & LecturesFolk

NAHM Celebrating Native Stories with Karen Kitchen

Join Karen Kitchen (Osage) as she shares traditional stories and songs showcasing the diversity and beauty of Native American tribes and cultures. All are invited and welcomed to sit in the circle of community to listen, laugh, sing and celebrate Native ways of knowing. Stories will be told in English, while songs are sung in Native languages.

Karen Kitchen is an enrolled citizen of the Osage Nation of Oklahoma.

SATNOV 21
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
DanceArts & MediaCraftsHolidays & SeasonalWorkshopsBilingual EventsKids & Family

Celebración de Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead Celebration

Join us to discover and celebrate Día de los Muertos, an important Mexican holiday honoring loved ones.

We'll share stories, create block prints, and enjoy a vibrant performance by Ballet Folklórico of Southwest Washington. We'll also share traditional pan de muerto and other festive treats. Come learn, create, and celebrate with us!

Events are offered in partnership with La Casita Art Gallery & Cultural Center.

Participe con nosotros para descubrir y celebrar el Día de los Muertos, un importante día festivo mexicano que honra a los seres queridos.

Contaremos historias, crearemos grabados en bloque y presenciaremos una interpretación vibrante del Ballet Folklórico del Sudoeste de Washington. También compartiremos el tradicional pan de muerto y otras delicias festivas. ¡Venga a conocer, crear y celebrar junto con nosotros!

MONNOV 2
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
+2 dates
LanguageWorkshopsUnder 5MusicArts & MediaStorytimesBilingual Events

Music and Movement in Mandarin

Join Sharon Gan, founder of Heart Strings Mandarin, for a program specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin fluency from absolute beginners to native Mandarin speakers. Recommended for ages 2-5 years. Space is limited and available on a first-come basis.

欢迎参加心弦中文的中文音乐律动课。
Sharon老师会和小朋友一起唱歌,跳舞,玩乐器,说故事,度过充实的三十分钟。
本课程适合二到五岁的小朋友,各种语言程度都可以参加。
名额有限,请速报名!

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library and admission is free. The Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact the Children’s desk at 503-697-6580 or visit the Library’s website at www.lopl.org/kids.

WEDNOV 4
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
+1 dates
Arts & MediaStorytimesBooksBilingual EventsKids (5-11)Learning & Tech

Moomin Story Time for Kids

Step into the whimsical world of the Moomins with the Portland Finnish School! Join us for a delightful bilingual story time experience in both English and Finnish, perfect for families and young readers alike.

SATNOV 7
11:15 AM – 12:00 PM
+1 dates
Arts & MediaStorytimesBooksBilingual EventsUnder 5

Waqtiga sheekoyinka Familada Somaliyeed/Somali Storytime

Nagala so qayb gal waqtiga sheekoyinka caruured ee labada luuqadod, Af Somali iyo Ingiris aan ku qaban dono maktabada.

MONNOV 2
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
+4 dates
LanguageClubs & MeetingsArts & MediaCraftsBilingual Events

Community Groups: Dancing, Nordic Knitting Circle, and Language Conversation

View the schedules for our weekly and bi-weekly language conversation groups, Nordic Knitting Circle, and the Language Conversation Groups.

SATNOV 7
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
+3 more
Bilingual EventsArts & MediaKids (5-11)Theater

​​La Ratoncita Presumida​ / The Vain Little Mouse Puppet Show

Various FVRL Library LocationsMap

Puppet show presented by Venezuelan Americans, Melissa and Carlos Bertran. A bilingual (Spanish/English) story from Venezuela. In this story, the tiny heroine thinks herself much too fine to accept the proposal of a common mouse. Instead, she sets her sights on ‘worthier’ matches, such as the sun, the wind, and the mountain. Yet, her search for the perfect suitor brings her right back to the romantic little mouse who first proposed. This show was developed with the guidance of Venezuelan Americans and features Venezuelan music. A truly bilingual experience!

Wednesday, September 30, 3:00pm–4:00pm at the Cascade Park Community Library

Saturday, October 03, 2026 12:00pm–1:00pm at the Vancouver Mall Library

Monday, October 26, 3:30pm–4:30pm at the La Center Community Library

Saturday, November 07, 11:00am–12:00pm at the Ridgefield Community Library

Saturday, November 07, 3:00pm–4:00pm at the Three Creeks Community Library

Wednesday, November 18, 3:30pm–4:30pm at the Vancouver Community Library

Saturday, November 28, 3:00pm–4:00pm at the Woodland Community Library

Vancouver Mall Library
Espectáculo de títeres presentado por los venezolano-estadounidenses Melissa y Carlos Bertran. Una historia bilingüe (español/inglés) de Venezuela. En esta historia, la pequeña heroína se cree demasiado fina para aceptar la propuesta de matrimonio de un ratón común. En cambio, fija su atención en pretendientes “más dignos”, como el sol, el viento y la montaña. Sin embargo, su búsqueda del pretendiente ideal termina llevándola de vuelta al pequeño ratón romántico que fue el primero en pedirle que se casara con él. Este espectáculo fue desarrollado con la guía de venezolano-estadounidenses y tiene música venezolana. ¡Una verdadera experiencia bilingüe!
SUNNOV 22
2:00 PM – 2:30 PM
Arts & MediaStorytimesBooksCraftsKids & FamilyBilingual EventsLearning & Tech

Korean Storytime

한국어 스토리 타임은 매월 네번 째 일요일.
한국 및 동양 문화에 관심이 있는 모두를 위한 한국어 스토리타임에 참여해 보세요. 함께 노래하기, 이야기를 듣기, 만들기 활동을 통해 한국 및 아시아 문화에 대해 알아가요.

  • 권장 연령: 6세 이하 및 가족
  • 모든 수준의 한국어 실력을 환영합니다.
  • 만들기 재료의 수량이 제한되어 있어 선착순으로 제공됩니다.

Korean Storytime is held every fourth Sunday of the month, from 2:00-2:30 PM.
Join us for a Korean Storytime designed for everyone curious about Korean and Asian culture. We will sing, listen to stories, and make crafts inspired by Eastern traditions. Come and discover the stories and culture of Asia.

  • Recommended for children ages 6 and under, with families
  • All levels of Korean fluency are welcome, as the program is presented in English as well
  • Craft materials are limited and will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library and admission is free, with no registration required. The Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact the Youth Services Librarians at 503-697-6580 or [email protected].

SATNOV 7
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Bilingual EventsArts & MediaTheaterKids (5-11)

La Ratoncita Presumida​ / The Vain Little Mouse

Puppet show presented by Venezuelan Americans, Melissa and Carlos Bertran. A bilingual (Spanish/English) story from Venezuela. In this story, the tiny heroine thinks herself much too fine to accept the proposal of a common mouse. Instead, she sets her sights on 'worthier' matches, such as the sun, the wind, and the mountain. Yet, her search for the perfect suitor brings her right back to the romantic little mouse who first proposed. This show was developed with the guidance of Venezuelan Americans and features Venezuelan music. A truly bilingual experience!

Espectáculo de títeres presentado por los venezolano-estadounidenses Melissa y Carlos Bertran. Una historia bilingüe (español/inglés) de Venezuela. En esta historia, la pequeña heroína se cree demasiado fina para aceptar la propuesta de matrimonio de un ratón común. En cambio, fija su atención en pretendientes "más dignos", como el sol, el viento y la montaña. Sin embargo, su búsqueda del pretendiente ideal termina llevándola de vuelta al pequeño ratón romántico que fue el primero en pedirle que se casara con él. Este espectáculo fue desarrollado con la guía de venezolano-estadounidenses y tiene música venezolana. ¡Una verdadera experiencia bilingüe!

SATNOV 7
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Bilingual EventsArts & MediaTheaterKids (5-11)

La Ratoncita Presumida​ / The Vain Little Mouse

Puppet show presented by Venezuelan Americans, Melissa and Carlos Bertran. A bilingual (Spanish/English) story from Venezuela. In this story, the tiny heroine thinks herself much too fine to accept the proposal of a common mouse. Instead, she sets her sights on 'worthier' matches, such as the sun, the wind, and the mountain. Yet, her search for the perfect suitor brings her right back to the romantic little mouse who first proposed. This show was developed with the guidance of Venezuelan Americans and features Venezuelan music. A truly bilingual experience!

Espectáculo de títeres presentado por los venezolano-estadounidenses Melissa y Carlos Bertran. Una historia bilingüe (español/inglés) de Venezuela. En esta historia, la pequeña heroína se cree demasiado fina para aceptar la propuesta de matrimonio de un ratón común. En cambio, fija su atención en pretendientes "más dignos", como el sol, el viento y la montaña. Sin embargo, su búsqueda del pretendiente ideal termina llevándola de vuelta al pequeño ratón romántico que fue el primero en pedirle que se casara con él. Este espectáculo fue desarrollado con la guía de venezolano-estadounidenses y tiene música venezolana. ¡Una verdadera experiencia bilingüe!

SUNNOV 15
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM
Arts & MediaBilingual EventsFolkTalks & Lectures

NAHM: Indigenous Storytelling with Karen Kitchen

Join Karen Kitchen (Osage) as she shares traditional stories and songs showcasing the diversity and beauty of Native American tribes and cultures. All are invited and welcomed to sit in the circle of community to listen, laugh, sing and celebrate Native ways of knowing. Stories will be told in English, while songs are sung in Native languages.

MONNOV 2
10:30 AM – 11:00 AM
+4 dates
LanguageMusicUnder 5Arts & MediaStorytimesBilingual Events

Music and Movement in Mandarin

This event repeats every week on Monday.

Join Sharon Gan, founder of Heart Strings Mandarin, for a program specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin fluency from absolute beginners to native Mandarin speakers. Recommended for ages 2-5 years. Space is limited and available on a first-come basis.

欢迎参加心弦中文的中文音乐律动课。
Sharon老师会和小朋友一起唱歌,跳舞,玩乐器,说故事,度过充实的三十分钟。
本课程适合二到五岁的小朋友,各种语言程度都可以参加。
名额有限,请速报名!

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library and admission is free. The Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact the Children’s desk at 503-697-6580 or visit the Library’s website at www.lopl.org/kids.

WEDNOV 18
3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Bilingual EventsArts & MediaTheaterKids (5-11)

La Ratoncita Presumida​ / The Vain Little Mouse

Puppet show presented by Venezuelan Americans, Melissa and Carlos Bertran. A bilingual (Spanish/English) story from Venezuela. In this story, the tiny heroine thinks herself much too fine to accept the proposal of a common mouse. Instead, she sets her sights on 'worthier' matches, such as the sun, the wind, and the mountain. Yet, her search for the perfect suitor brings her right back to the romantic little mouse who first proposed. This show was developed with the guidance of Venezuelan Americans and features Venezuelan music. A truly bilingual experience!

Espectáculo de títeres presentado por los venezolano-estadounidenses Melissa y Carlos Bertran. Una historia bilingüe (español/inglés) de Venezuela. En esta historia, la pequeña heroína se cree demasiado fina para aceptar la propuesta de matrimonio de un ratón común. En cambio, fija su atención en pretendientes "más dignos", como el sol, el viento y la montaña. Sin embargo, su búsqueda del pretendiente ideal termina llevándola de vuelta al pequeño ratón romántico que fue el primero en pedirle que se casara con él. Este espectáculo fue desarrollado con la guía de venezolano-estadounidenses y tiene música venezolana. ¡Una verdadera experiencia bilingüe!

SATNOV 28
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Bilingual EventsArts & MediaTheaterKids (5-11)

La Ratoncita Presumida​ / The Vain Little Mouse

Puppet show presented by Venezuelan Americans, Melissa and Carlos Bertran. A bilingual (Spanish/English) story from Venezuela. In this story, the tiny heroine thinks herself much too fine to accept the proposal of a common mouse. Instead, she sets her sights on 'worthier' matches, such as the sun, the wind, and the mountain. Yet, her search for the perfect suitor brings her right back to the romantic little mouse who first proposed. This show was developed with the guidance of Venezuelan Americans and features Venezuelan music. A truly bilingual experience!

Espectáculo de títeres presentado por los venezolano-estadounidenses Melissa y Carlos Bertran. Una historia bilingüe (español/inglés) de Venezuela. En esta historia, la pequeña heroína se cree demasiado fina para aceptar la propuesta de matrimonio de un ratón común. En cambio, fija su atención en pretendientes "más dignos", como el sol, el viento y la montaña. Sin embargo, su búsqueda del pretendiente ideal termina llevándola de vuelta al pequeño ratón romántico que fue el primero en pedirle que se casara con él. Este espectáculo fue desarrollado con la guía de venezolano-estadounidenses y tiene música venezolana. ¡Una verdadera experiencia bilingüe!

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