Inside:Library Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Library Closures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Friends of the Library Corner. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Youth Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Teen Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3Adult Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Tween Activities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Volunteer Spotlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5READ Dogs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Free Summer Lunch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

CHECKIT OUT!

Teen Midnight Lock-in! Friday July 20

6:45pm-12:00amMain Meeting Room

A variety of games, movies, art projects, henna tattoos, virtual

reality, food, and more!

Summer Shows!The below will be held in the Main Meeting Room for kids & families!

(see inside for additional locations)

• Aaron Nigel Smith, Wed July 11 @ 1:30pm• Cinda Johnson, Thurs July 12 @ 10:30am• 123 Andres, Mon July 16 @ 1:30pm• Magician Curt Nelson, Wed July 25 @ 1:30pm• Charlie Hope, Tues Aug 14 @ 10:30am

Teen Takeover! Friday Aug 176:30-8:30pm

Main Meeting RoomCome watch a movie, play games,

and make a Sharpie tie-dyed zipper pouch!

Tween Takeover and

Nerf Games Friday July 27

6:15-8:15pmMain Meeting Room

Play NERF games in the library after hours! Pre-registration is

required at cbcpl.net/tween-nerf

Tween Space Tuesday July 3

3:30-5:00pmStorytime RoomPop-up space for tweens to

hang out with friends, games and snacks!

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SaturdayAugust 4

5:00-7:00pm @ Osborn Aquatic Center

This event is free and open to all Summer at Your Library participants

and their families.

Friends of the Library Corner

Our program 2017-2018 year ended on June 30 and, as you read this, plans are afoot for the coming year. So be sure to read the September/October Check It Out. Now is the time to recognize the many volunteers who work year round to sort books for sales, stock book sale shelves, present Random Reviews, and more.

When you donate a book to the Friends, the sorting process begins in our cubbyhole near the garage entrance to the library. Volunteers determine whether your donation will go to the book room shelves, one of our three annual sales, or online at Benton Books. Thank you to our diligent sorters, Andy Chiappissi, Carolyn Suckow, Barbara Edwards, Chris Jones, Connie Georgiou, Courtney Child, Doris & Dick Waring, Lloyd Klemke, Loreen Olufson, Lorna Glubb, Mike Clady, Nancy Loving, and Ray William. You are much appreciated. Hats off to you all!

Books going to one of the three book sales are transported to our warehouse and sorted into categories by topic. This congenial group, lead by Sally Shaw and Judy Ball, meets one morning a week and processes 1,200 boxes of books yearly. Thank you Sally, Judy, Scott Newsham, Kathleen Rochester, Lynn Leibensperger, Ray Miller, Russell Sullivan, Josiah Fisher, Chris Newsham, Xanthippe Augerot, Richard Griffen, Amy Usner, Gary Christianson, Charlyn Ellis, and Carolyn Suckow. Without your work, book sales would not happen. Take a bow!

Benton Books is our online outlet on Amazon for books higher-priced than those in our local sales. Customer feedback has rated our operation 5 stars and 99% favorable. Volunteers work 6 days a week listing books on Amazon and mailing orders. Judy Ladd coordinates the operation with volunteers Lois Malango, Nancy Schary, Valeen King, Ann Brodie, Carol Prueitt, Caroline Lee, Linda Jewett, and Camille Freitag. Kudos and many thanks!

For 25 years Friends have offered Random Reviews, a free program of reviews of selected books presented by local readers. Connie Georgiou and Debra Goldenberg are co-chairs and Kitty Bartee, Gail Gerdeman,and Bob Latham volunteer at each presentation. Gary Whitehouse designs the posters and bookmarks. Thank you for keeping this much appreciated and informative program continuing. Accolades and thanks!

The Friends board coordinates all of our fund raising, programs, staff support, and more. Many thanks to Mary Ann Carr, Dolly Chao, Ann Ellendman, Connie Georgiou, Corrine Gobeli, David Grube, Lynn Grube, Sandy Halonen, Lynda Hohenboken, Katherine Inman, Lois Malango, Stefani McRae-Dickey, Jacque Schreck, and Cathe Walker. Thank you for your faithful service to the Friends and the library.

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The annual Teddy Bear Picnic was enjoyed by all! We had over 450 attendees who sang along with Andy Furgeson of Red Yarn and even had a visit from Splat the Cat!

SUMMER AT YOUR LIBRARY Age 12 & under*Indicates early literacy event (ages 2-5)

Corvallis Public LibraryJuly 2 - 10:30am BOOK CLUBDiscuss the book Humphrey’s Really Wheely Racing Day with fun activities in Central Park.

July 7 - 10:30am BEAVS & BOOKMOBILEJoin OSU student athletes at the Corvallis Farmers’ Market for fun, games and prizes!

July 9 - 10:30am BOOK CLUBDiscuss the book A New Friend (Adventures of Sophie Mouse #1) with fun activities in Central Park.

July 11 - 1:30pm AARON NIGEL SMITHReggae concert for the entire family!

July 12 - 10:30am CINDA JOHNSONJoin Cinda as she entertains with songs, ukulele & percussion instruments.

July 16 - 1:30pm 123 ANDRESMusician concert featuring Spanish & English songs for little language learners.

July 23 - 10:30am BOOK CLUBDiscuss the book The Miniature World of Marvin & James with fun activities in Central Park.

July 25 - 1:30am MAGICIANJoin Curt Nelson for a magic show with crazy puppets & music. Work together to defeat the Evil Robots.

July 28 - 10:30am SCIENCE SATURDAY*Storytime & hands-on science activities for pre-K children (ages 2-5).

July 30 - 10:30am BOOK CLUBDiscuss the book The Lost Stone (Kingdom of Wrenly #1) with fun activities in Central Park.

Aug 4 - 5:00pm POOL PARTYOsborn Aquatic Center. Open to all Summer at Your Library participants & their families.

Aug 14 - 10:30am CHARLIE HOPEMusic concert for young children and families.

Aug 25 - 10:30am BEAVS & BOOKMOBILEJoin OSU student athletes at the Corvallis Farmers’ Market for fun, games and prizes!

Alsea Community Library

July 12 - 2:30pm MAKER DAY3D Printing, Virtual Reality and cool tech crafts.

July 17 - 10:30am MOTHER GOOSE ASKS WHY*Storytime & hands-on music & movement (ages 2-5).

July 19 - 2:30pm MUSICAL INSTRUMENTSCreate your own musical instrument to play!

July 26 - 2:30pm MAGICIANJoin Curt Nelson for a magic show with crazy puppets & music. Work together to defeat the Evil Robots.

Monroe Community LibraryJuly 10 - 1:00pm AARON NIGEL SMITHReggae concert for the entire family!

July 17 - 1:00pm MUSICAL INSTRUMENTSCreate your own musical instrument to play!

July 24 - 10:30am MOTHER GOOSE ASKS WHY*Storytime & hands-on music & movement (ages 2-5).

July 24 - 1:00pm MAGICIANJoin Curt Nelson for a magic show with crazy puppets & music. Work together to defeat the Evil Robots.

July 26 - 1:00pm ROCK TALKLearn about soap and stone carving.

Philomath Community Library

July 11 - 10:00am AARON NIGEL SMITHReggae concert for the entire family!

July 19 - 11:00am MUSICAL INSTRUMENTSCreate your own musical instrument to play!

July 21 - 10:00am FAMILY DAY AT BCHSCirca 1920 at the Benton County Historical Society in Philomath. Bookmobile on site @ 1:30 pm.

July 26 - 11:00am MAGICIANJoin Curt Nelson for a magic show with crazy puppets & music. Work together to defeat the Evil Robots.

Aug 8 - 10:00am MOTHER GOOSE ASKS WHY*Storytime & hands-on music & movement (ages 2-5).

TEEN ActivitiesPlease check our website or contact

us for more information about the following activities:

CORVALLIS:Jul 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 @ 1:00pm - TEEN MOVIE

Jul 5, 26, Aug 2 @ 1:00pm - TEEN DAYJul 12 @ 1:00pm - TEEN FIELD DAY

Jul 20 & Aug 17@ 4:00pm - LIBRARY ADVISORSJul 20 @ 6:45pm - TEEN TAKEOVER

Aug 17 @ 6:30pm - TEEN TAKEOVER

MONROE:Jul 11 @ 5:00pm - TEEN FIELD DAY

AUG 1 @ 5:00pm - TEEN NIGHT

PHILOMATH:Jul 11 @ 1:00pm - SWITCH GAMESJul 18 @ 1:00pm - TEEN FIELD DAY

Jul 25 @ 1:00pm - TEEN CRAFTSAUG 1 @ 1:00pm - XBOX GAMESAug 15 @ 5:00pm - TEEN NERF

STORYTIMESAll Storytimes are offered weekly in the Storytime Room at the Corvallis Library unless otherwise noted.

Infant Storytime (Birth - 12 mo)Tuesdays @ 10:30am

Wobbler Storytime (12 - 24 mo)Wednesdays @ 10:30am

Toddler Storytime (24 - 36 mo)Thursdays @ 10:30am

Preschool Storytime (3 - 5 yrs)Fridays @ 10:30am

Family Storytime (children of all ages)Mondays @ 7:00pm

Saturday Stories (children of all ages)1st Saturday of each month

¡los CUENTOS! (children of all ages)Family bilingual storytime2nd Saturday of each month

Alsea Community Library No Storytime during the summer.

Monroe Community Library

Little Listeners StorytimeTuesdays @ 10:30am

Pajama StorytimeWednesdays @ 6:30pm

Baby StorytimeThursdays @ 10:30am

Philomath Community Library

Wiggley Wobbler StorytimeTuesdays @ 10:00am

Rise and Shine StorytimeWednesdays @ 10:00am

Youth ACTIVITIES

Page 3All events are free and open to the public. For more information, please call 541.766.6794 or visit our website at www.cbcpubliclibrary.net

Corvallis Public Library• GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB - First Tuesday of the month | 6:30 - 7:30pm | Board Room

Join the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library sponsored Graphic Novel Book Club. New members always welcome. July 3: The Girl From the Other Side, Volume 1 by Nagame Aug 7: Mooncop by Tom Gauld

• SENIOR BOOK CLUB - First Monday of the month | 1:30 to 2:30pm | Board Room For readers age 50 or older. July 9: A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles Aug 13: If I Understood You, Would I Have This Look on My Face by Alan Alda

• PREVENTING WASTED FOOD SERIES | 6:00 - 7:30pm | Main Meeting Room The OSU Master Food Preserver Program presents a four-part demonstration workshop series on preventing wasted food, in collaboration with the Corvallis Sustainability Coalition’s “No Food Left Behind” project. July 9: Pressure Canning & Dehydrating. An overview of the simple, safe method of preserving meats and vegetables with a pressure canner. There’s really nothing to be scared of! Also an introduction to drying foods, a method of preservation gaining popularity. July 23: Preserving Tomatoes & Salsas. Review current, safe methods for tomato preservation including “The Laws of Salsa,” and green tomato options. Aug 27: Pickling Pointers. Pickles are popular again. Learn about selecting ingredients and simple methods for fermented and quick pickles you can prepare to perk up your meals.

• LIBRARY TAKEOVER | Aug 10 | 6:15 - 8:15pm | Main Meeting Room (18+ years) The festivities begin after the library closes! Play Nerf games, video games, or try a new craft! Light refreshments will be provided. Free! No registration required. Enter the library through Monroe Ave doors, across from Central Park. No one under 18 years of age will be permitted.

• CRAFT NIGHT | July 17 & Aug 21 | 6:30 - 7:30pm | Main Meeting Room Join us for a night of crafts, music, and conversation (ages 16 and up welcome) every 3rd Tuesday of the month. Use our supplies to try a new project or bring your own. Show off projects you’ve been working on! Coloring pages and supplies will also be available.

• CBCPL BOOK CLUB | 7:00 - 8:00pm | Board Room Join us for our book club meeting! You can pick up a copy of the book at the Corvallis Library 2nd floor Reference Desk. July 18: On Tyranny by Timothy Snyder Aug 15: The Invention of Wings by Sue Monk Kidd

Philomath Community Library• SUMMER EVENING BOOK CLUB | First Monday of the month | 6:00 - 8:00pm

Read and come join in conversation with other book enthusiasts! Pick up your copy of this month’s book at the front desk at the Philomath Library! July 2: The 100-Year Old Man Who Climbed Out the Window and Disappeared by Jonas Jonasson Aug 6: Lean on Pete by Willy Vlautin

• CRAFTS & COFFEE | July 6, 20 & Aug 3, 17 | 10:30am - 12:00pm Adult ages 16 & up are invited to join us for a low-key morning of art, coloring, conversation, music, and treats. We will have lots of supplies on hand and will teach crochet during the summer months (and have other fun things planned for fall, winter, and spring!) Feel free to bring your own unfinished projects to work on instead, and we encourage people to bring projects to show and share. Additionally, we will have a supply sharing table if there are supplies you no longer need.

• BROWN BAG BOOK CLUB | 12:00pm - 1:00pm Read and join in conversation with other book enthusiasts over lunch! July 18: The Orphan Train by Christina Baker Kline Aug 15: A Primate’s Memoir by Robert M. Sapolsky

Adult ACTIVITIES

Library Advisory BoardWednesday Aug 1

7:30 to 9:30pm | Board Room

A Murder in My

Hometown Rebecca Morris

Wednesday July 186:30pm | Main Meeting Room

“On a fall evening in Corvallis 1967, seventeen year old Richard Kitchel, a

senior at the high school, disappeared after attending a party. Several days later, his body was spotted as it floated down

the Willamette River. Nearly 50 years later, New York Times Bestselling author Rebecca Morris returned to her hometown to write about how the murder changed a town, a

school and the lives of his friends.”

In A Murder in My Hometown, Morris, a Corvallis native and classmate of Dick

Kitchel, digs into the first investigation and a second one decades later. There was never an arrest. Part true crime and part memoir, A Murder in My Hometown is set against the

backdrop of one of the most dramatic years in America, 1967-68.

Morris is an award-winning journalist who worked in Portland, Ore, New York City, and Seattle, Wa. She lives in Seattle. A Murder in My

Hometown is her seventh book.

Page 4 All events are free and open to the public. For more information, please call 541.766.6794 or visit our website at www.cbcpubliclibrary.net

If you have a disability and need accommodations for a program, call us at 541.766.6928. Please allow 48 hours notice, so we can better serve you.

Welcome Adrian!Volunteer Spotlight - by Adrian TeppermanI would like to thank all the staff and volunteers for welcoming me into the Libraries as the Volunteer Coordinator. It has been such a pleasure to get to know everyone and provide support for all of the volunteers and staff.

We have had several new volunteers come on board in the last month. We are welcoming in Gabi Snyder : Events, Suzi Wilson: Makers Kits, Jim Stratton: Events and possibly Dial A Book, Miriam Garcia : Los Cuentos Story time and Events, and Hongren Yao: Summer Reading Events. We have also had several student volunteers show interest in volunteering and Misa, Anne, and Sophia are looking forward to working in Youth Services and Circulation.

I am looking forward to this summer and all of the great Summer Reading Events happening at the libraries. The staff has been working hard behind the scenes to provide our system with exciting, stimulating and nourishing events. And I am continually amazed and thrilled at the diverse and interesting programs we offer to the community.

As Volunteer Coordinator, I am here to support the volunteer positions for events and in and around the libraries. Currently we have about 179 active volunteers who volunteer on average 1200 hours every month. The saying that it “takes a village” comes to mind when I think about the support the volunteers offer to the libraries. The time they donate helps provide the library patrons with a more pleasurable experience at all of the libraries, saves taxpayer money on day to day operations, and allows more time for staff to expand the services, programs and events we offer to the community.

TWEEN SPACEJuly 3 @ 3:30 - 5:00pm 4th - 6th grade, join us for GAMES, friends and snacks!

BEAVS & BOOKMOBILEJuly 7 & Aug 25 @ 10:30am - 12:30pmJoin OSU Students athletes at the Corvallis Farmers’ Market for fun, games and prizes!

LEGENDARY LIBRARY LEADERSJuly 11 @ 4:00 - 5:00pmTween leaders meet to give input to staff about programs and materials for tweens.

TWEEN TAKEOVERJuly 27 @ 6:15 - 8:15pmPlay NERF games in the library after hours! Pre-registration required at cbcpl.net/tween-nerf.

POOL PARTYAug 4 @ 5:00 - 7:00pmMake a splash at Osborn Aquatic Center. Open toall Summer at Your Libraryparticipants and their families.

LEGO BLOCK PARTY | July 21 & Aug 8 @ 12:00pmCome to the Monroe Public Library and build with fellow LEGO fans! Grades K-5

SQUISHTIVITIES | July 18 & Aug 15 @ 10:30amThis is an exciting adventure at the Philomath Community Library! Adults and their children can come play creatively. Use arts and crafts and ‘messy’ play to promote problem-solving, fine motor skills, parent/child relationships and creativity!

BOOKMOBILE @ MUSIC IN THE PARK | July 19 @ 6:00pmPhilomath Community Park

FAMILY DAY @ BCHS | July 21 @ 10:00am - 3:30pmCirca 1920: Roaring Into the Modern Age at the Benton County Historical Society & Museum in Philomath.

Additional EVENTS!

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FREE SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAMA free summer lunch is provided until Aug 30, Monday-Friday from 12:15-12:45pm | Storytime Room The Corvallis School District invites those 18 & under for free lunch at the library.

READ WITH THE DOGS! (Ages 4 & above)Every Tues, Wed, & Thurs | 3:30 - 4:30pm Brookes Reading RoomThis August, kids can practice reading aloud to trained Reading Education Assist and Dogs (READ DOGS) at the Library. Bring your favorite book and read to a friendly dog! Walk-ins welcome!