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Several WCCLS Libraries opening late on Eclipse Day

To encourage viewing the eclipse, some libraries are opening late on Monday, August 21. Read more.

Tigard Public Library

Contact Your Library

Margaret Barnes, Director
13500 SW Hall Blvd, Tigard, OR 97223-8111
(503) 684-6537
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Getting There

Map and Directions

Regular Hours

Sunday: 12:00 pm-6:00 pm
Monday: 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Tuesday: 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Wednesday: 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Thursday: 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Friday: 10:00 am-9:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am-6:00 pm

About the Library

Tigard Public Library

The Tigard Library is a vibrant community gathering place that offers more than 800 programs a year for people of all ages, including story times. It has nearly 250,000 items to check out. The library is located on 14 acres and features restful views of nature and wildlife. Special features include drive-up book drops, study rooms that can be reserved, a technology room for computer classes and original artwork. 

The library celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2013 and plays a significant role in the Tigard community. It has had several locations over the years and opened a 48,000-square foot library in 2004. The library’s automated check-in system will check in up to 2,500 items an hour and removes returned items from patron’s records more quickly.

Volunteer

Volunteer Coordinator: 
Katie Nelson, Volunteer Coordinator
503-718-2516
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Upcoming Library Events

Imagination Yoga Session One
Saturday, August 19, 2017
1:30 PM to 2:15 PM - Tigard Public Library Puett Room: Ages 5-10Journey through an imaginary castle where kindness reigns (July 22) or go on a topsy-turvy adventure through Imagination Town(August 19) with yoga teacher Carrie Young. Bring your own mat or towel. Registration required. Call the Children's Desk at 503-718-2656 to register for one of the classes. Sponsored by Friends of the Tigard Library
Zany Doodling for Adults
Saturday, August 19, 2017
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM - Tigard Public Library Burgess Community Room: People are discovering the hidden discipline, order and joy behind artful scribbles. Doodles can be a great creative expression. Let the mind wander and embrace any creative image that comes to mind, with local artist Susan Kent. Class limited to 20 people. Registration required and begins Tuesday, August 1. Please call 503-718-2517.Sponsored by Friends of the Tigard Library
Imagination Yoga Session Two
Saturday, August 19, 2017
2:30 PM to 3:15 PM - Tigard Public Library Puett Room: Ages 5-10Journey through an imaginary castle where kindness reigns (July 22) or go on a topsy-turvy adventure through Imagination Town (August 19) with yoga teacher Carrie Young. Bring your own mat or towel. Registration required. Call the Children's Desk at 503-718-2526 to register for one of the classes. Sponsored by Friends of the Tigard Library
Paradise of Samoa Polynesian Dance Troupe
Sunday, August 20, 2017
2:00 PM to 3:00 PM - Tigard Public Library Burgess Community Room: Take a tour of the Pacific Islands with Paradise of Samoa Dance Troupe! Traditional costumes and narration highlight Samoan, Fijian, Tahitian, Maori and Hawaiian Dance. Paradise of Samoa is an Oregon school of Polynesian (Pacific Islands) dance.Sponsored by Friends of the Tigard Library
Open Learning Lab
Sunday, August 20, 2017
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM - Tigard Public Library Technology Room, 2nd Floor: No appointment necessary. Drop in any time during lab hours! Staff and volunteers will assist you with computer questions or guide you as you practice.
Oregon's Eclipse
Monday, August 21, 2017
10:00 AM - Tigard Public Library: Stop by the library's main entrance at 10 a.m. on the morning of the eclipse to pick up a free pair of eclipse glasses, then head outside to view the eclipse! Library staff positioned just outside the main entrance will distribute glasses free of charge, while supplies last, that will allow you to safely view the eclipse. In honor of the first total solar eclipse over the U.S. in 38 years, the library will delay opening until 10:30 a.m.
See the full WCCLS Events Calendar