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What's happening at YOUR library!

June 2023

Breaking Down Barriers to Access

At the Aloha Community Library Association, maintaining robust, accessible, and equitable library services is our top priority – but to do this requires constant care and financial support. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we are responsible for raising around 15% of our annual budget. Thanks to our amazing community, we are less than $20,000 away from reaching our annual fundraising goal by June 30 – the end of our fiscal year. Your generous donation will enable our caring, committed staff to continue building community and reducing barriers to access!

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So far this fiscal year, between July 1, 2022 – April 30, 2023, we have...

welcomed over 35,600 visitors to the library!
checked in over 77,000 returns!
checked out over 64,600 items at our service desk (physical items handled by our staff – we do not have self-checkouts)!
circulated over 161,000 items in total, including renewals and e-books checked out by Aloha library cardholders!

So far this WEEK, we have...

welcomed three 2nd grade classes (more than 80 students) from Aloha-Huber Park for visits!
read and sang with 30 kids and caregivers for storytime!
introduced guests from Just Create Community to our history and services on a library tour!
hosted a fully booked Chinese calligraphy workshop with renowned instructor Dr. Jiyu Yang!

We have spent a great deal of time and effort to reimagine how to serve our community in a smaller space this year. It has been a challenge, but we have big plans for the future! Every day, our library welcomes patrons discovering the resources they need to learn, work, or play. We are honored to play a part in their stories. You can, too. Please consider a donation to the Aloha Community Library Association today to help us reach our fundraising goal of $20,000 by June 30, and support the barrier-breaking work happening in your neighborhood!

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Or mail a check to:

ACLA Donations
17455 SW Farmington Rd, Suite 26A
Aloha, OR 97007

Thank you for your generosity,

Terri Palmer
Library Director

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Summer Reading for Kids & Teens

Summer Reading starts Thursday, June 1st, at the Aloha Community Library! From June through August we will offer a variety of in-person events, monthly take-and-make kits, and a special outdoor storytime at Mountain View Champions Park.

Learn more about Summer Reading for kids

Learn more about Summer Reading for teens

June Events for Kids & Teens

See full calendar of events for kids & teens »

Family Storytime

Wednesdays @ 10:30-11am

Get kids hooked on reading from an early age. Come read, sing, dance, and play with us here in our new children's library!

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Reading with Roscoe

Mon 6/5 & 6/19 @ 4:40-6pm

Children learning or struggling to read can register to practice with trained therapy dog Roscoe.

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Storytime in the Park

Mon 6/5 & 6/19 @ 10:30-11am

Join us on 1st and 3rd Mondays this summer for an outdoor storytime in Mountain View Champions Park.

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Chromatography Lab

Thu 6/29 @ 2-4pm

Discover the hidden pigments in everyday solutions! This drop-in STEAM program for kids and teens is hosted by Kim from StudioAWESOME.

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Adult Summer Writing Contest Series

You've heard about Summer Reading – but have you tried Summer Writing? This summer, the Aloha Community Library invites adults to participate in three short-form writing competitions!

June: Six-Word Stories

Before the library closes at 6pm on Friday, June 30th, submit one titled or untitled six-word story (titles don't count against your six words) for a chance to win a $20 Powell's Books gift card!

Read the full contest rules, including how to submit your entry »

June Events for Adults

See full calendar of events for adults »

Online Book Club

Wed 6/7 @ 6:30-7:30pm

Join us online (or dial 253-215-8782) to discuss the haunting and lyrical novel Four Treasures of the Sky by Jenny Zhang!

Meeting ID: 924 6989 8432
Passcode: 037016

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Drop-In Tech Help

Fridays @ 10:30am-12pm

We're here to help you troubleshoot! Drop in with questions for one-on-one assistance. If you're working on a specific device, please bring it along with you.

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Sit & Stitch

Sat 6/3 @ 12-2pm
Wed 6/21 @ 3:30-5:30pm

Grab your current project and come join your fellow yarn crafters at the library! Crafters of all skill levels are encouraged to join. Instruction won't be provided, but coffee and tea will.

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Senior Social Hour

Tue 6/27 @ 12-1pm

Join us for an hour on the last Tuesday of each month to enjoy a coffee and have a chat with your senior peers. You bring the conversation, and we'll provide the refreshments!

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Aloha Community Library

17455 SW Farmington Rd Ste 26A,
Aloha, OR 97007

503-259-0185 | alohalibrary.org

The Aloha Community Library Association is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We invite you to make a donation today in support of library operations.

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