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Pickup/Drop-off Eastside

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Offsite
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Everyone

Return or pick up library materials every Friday in front of the Eastside Fire Department.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Return or pick up library materials every Friday in front of the Eastside Fire Department.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Pickup/Drop-off Empire

Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Offsite
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Everyone

Pickup or drop off library materials in front of the Empire Fire Station.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Pickup or drop off library materials in front of the Empire Fire Station.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Free community yoga from 9-10 am on Saturday March 14 & 28, April 4 & 25, and May 9 & 30

Community Yoga

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Who is this class for?  Beginners and experienced yogis alike!  All levels are welcome.  Teens and Adults.

What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, yoga mat, water bottle

Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Who is this class for?  Beginners and experienced yogis alike!  All levels are welcome.  Teens and Adults.

What to Bring: Comfortable clothing, yoga mat, water bottle

This event is in the "Adult" group
This month we will be reading The Pull of the Stars by Emma Donoghue. Saturday, May 9th , in the Myrtlewood Room. The image is the book cover. An open pocket watch is in the middlle of the dark cover. There are small  light blue pencil drawings of stars and moons all over the cover. The title fills most of the cover and the author's name is along the bottom of teh cover.

Book Brunch

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading, Social
Age Group:
Adult

Book Brunch is a book club devoted to reading, unrestricted by genre, plus, of course, brunch! Each month we will read a book, then meet the second Saturday of the next month for waffles, orange juice, coffee etc., and a chat.

Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Books & Reading, Social
Event Details:

Book Brunch is a book club devoted to reading, unrestricted by genre, plus, of course, brunch! Each month we will read a book, then meet the second Saturday of the next month for waffles, orange juice, coffee etc., and a chat.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Join us as Author Kimberly Jensen talks about her book, Oregon's Others.

Author Talk: Kimberly Jensen, Oregon's Others

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

 Kimberly Jensen, author of Oregon’s Others will be joining us on May 9 from 1:30-2:30 PM. Her book examines the quest that took place in the era of WWI and its aftermath to identify, restrict, and punish internal enemy “othe

Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

 Kimberly Jensen, author of Oregon’s Others will be joining us on May 9 from 1:30-2:30 PM. Her book examines the quest that took place in the era of WWI and its aftermath to identify, restrict, and punish internal enemy “othe

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Star Wars Cantina

Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games
Age Group:
Everyone

It's that special time of year - Star Wars Day! While we aren't celebrating on the exact day, please join us for a gathering of Star Wars enthusiasts at our version of Mos Eisley Cantina. All ages welcome. 

Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

It's that special time of year - Star Wars Day! While we aren't celebrating on the exact day, please join us for a gathering of Star Wars enthusiasts at our version of Mos Eisley Cantina. All ages welcome. 

This event is in the "Everyone" group
Plant Swap 2026 graphic with date (May 11) and time (4:30pm - 7:30pm)

Plant Swap

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Social
Age Group:
Everyone

Bring in a plant or plant cutting and pick up a new plant for your collection! Houseplants of all kinds are welcome as well as vegetable and flower seedlings.

GUIDELINES:

Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Social
Event Details:

Bring in a plant or plant cutting and pick up a new plant for your collection! Houseplants of all kinds are welcome as well as vegetable and flower seedlings.

GUIDELINES:

This event is in the "Adult" group
A picture of several men over an orange background with the title text 'Open Men's Circle'

Open Men's Group

Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cedar Room at Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Adult

Imagine a circle of brothers where you’re invited share your truth, clarify your vision for the life you want, gain the tools you need for action, find your strength, and hold yourself accountable. 

Library Branch: Library
Room: Cedar Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Social
Event Details:

Imagine a circle of brothers where you’re invited share your truth, clarify your vision for the life you want, gain the tools you need for action, find your strength, and hold yourself accountable. 

This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Toddler" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Baby Storytime

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infant, Toddler, Family

Tuesdays at 10:00am

Meet other parents or caregivers and learn songs, rhymes, and early literacy tips.  Geared towards kids 0-14 months and an adult parent or caregiver. 

Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Infant, Toddler, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Tuesdays at 10:00am

Meet other parents or caregivers and learn songs, rhymes, and early literacy tips.  Geared towards kids 0-14 months and an adult parent or caregiver. 

This event is in the "Toddler" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Storytime Wednesdays 10:00am

Storytime

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Toddler, Preschool

Sing, read, talk, write, and play with the children in your life! Join us for a family storytime at the library for rhymes, songs, and stories for children and a parent or a caregiver.

Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Sing, read, talk, write, and play with the children in your life! Join us for a family storytime at the library for rhymes, songs, and stories for children and a parent or a caregiver.

This event is in the "Teen" group
flyer stating teen programming on select wednesdays each  month from 3:30 to 4:30 at the library

Teen Crafts After School

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Cedar Room at Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Social
Age Group:
Teen

Twice a month on Wednesdays, teens in the library after school are invited to join us in the Cedar Room for a craft. Each week will be a different craft.

Library Branch: Library
Room: Cedar Room
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Social
Event Details:

Twice a month on Wednesdays, teens in the library after school are invited to join us in the Cedar Room for a craft. Each week will be a different craft.

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Community Zumba

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Health & Wellness
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Pickup/Drop-off Eastside

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Offsite
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Everyone

Return or pick up library materials every Friday in front of the Eastside Fire Department.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Return or pick up library materials every Friday in front of the Eastside Fire Department.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Pickup/Drop-off Empire

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Offsite
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Everyone

Pickup or drop off library materials in front of the Empire Fire Station.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

Pickup or drop off library materials in front of the Empire Fire Station.

This event is in the "Toddler" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
Preschool Art, Spring, Ages 0-5, Thursday and Friday

Preschool Art

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Toddler, Preschool

Toddlers and preschoolers get ready to craft!  Join us for a hands-on arts and craft program for toddlers and preschoolers (and their parent or caregiver) each month.  Each month will feature a different craft and highlight a pre-kinderg

Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Toddlers and preschoolers get ready to craft!  Join us for a hands-on arts and craft program for toddlers and preschoolers (and their parent or caregiver) each month.  Each month will feature a different craft and highlight a pre-kinderg

This event is in the "Tween" group
Tween Club will be meeting on the 3rd Friday of every month from 3-4:30 PM. It is open to Tweens age 9-14.

Tween Club Summer Picnic

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Cedar Room at Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tween

The Coos Bay Public Library is starting a Tween Club for tweens age 10-14 (5th-8th grade). Join us for arts, crafts, conversations and snacks every third Friday of the month.

Library Branch: Library
Room: Cedar Room
Age Group: Tween
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The Coos Bay Public Library is starting a Tween Club for tweens age 10-14 (5th-8th grade). Join us for arts, crafts, conversations and snacks every third Friday of the month.

This event is in the "Tween" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Flyer w/pic of tea brewing in clear glass cup, white background w/orange bars at top and bottom. Program details: Friday, May 15 @ 4:00pm, "no registration required"

Taste-Tea and Nourishing (Free class!)

Friday, May 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Lecture, Workshop
Age Group:
Tween, Teen, Adult, Family

 

Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Tween, Teen, Adult, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Lecture, Workshop
Event Details:

 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Jr. Birders 9:00am Millicoma Marsh May 16 with South Slough Reserve

Junior Birding at Millicoma Marsh

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:30am
Offsite
Program Type:
STEAM
Age Group:
Kids, Adult, Family

Birdwatching Basics at Millicoma Marsh
Saturday, May 16, 9:00 am
Ages 4-18 (an adult must accompany young people under 12).  

Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Offsite
Age Group: Kids, Adult, Family
Program Type: STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Birdwatching Basics at Millicoma Marsh
Saturday, May 16, 9:00 am
Ages 4-18 (an adult must accompany young people under 12).  

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Program flyer w/pic of Spanglish group conversing. Flyer includes details: Saturday, May 16 at 10:30am at the library, we meet every 4th Saturday, all are welcome to free program, conversational not a class

¡SPANGLISH! CONVERSATIONAL PROGRAM

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
En Español, Bilingual, Social
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
 
We meet at the library every third Saturday @ 10:30am!

 

Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: En Español, Bilingual, Social
Event Details:
 
We meet at the library every third Saturday @ 10:30am!

 

This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
Photo of Craft Takeout boxes

Craft Takeout

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 12:00pm - 6:00pm
Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

Calling all crafty teens and adults! Have an appetite to get creative? Pick up a free monthly Craft Takeout kit in the library on the 3rd Saturday of each month.

Library Branch: Library
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Calling all crafty teens and adults! Have an appetite to get creative? Pick up a free monthly Craft Takeout kit in the library on the 3rd Saturday of each month.

This event is in the "Adult" group
join us to discuss the One Coast, One Book selection, They Called Us Enemy by George Takei

One Coast, One Book Discussion: They Called Us Enemy

Saturday, May 16, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
Books & Reading
Age Group:
Adult

This event is part of the One Coast, One Book book club. Join us to discuss this year's book They Called Us Enemy by George Takei.

Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Books & Reading
Event Details:

This event is part of the One Coast, One Book book club. Join us to discuss this year's book They Called Us Enemy by George Takei.

This event is in the "Everyone" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group
A quarter-sheet sized flyer with the header 'Autistic & ADHD Alliance'

Autistic & ADHD Alliance: Parallel Play for Neurodivergent Folks

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Everyone, Teen, Adult

Autistic & ADHD Alliance is a monthly program for neurodivergent folks to come together to hang out and engage in parallel play.

Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Everyone, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Social
Event Details:

Autistic & ADHD Alliance is a monthly program for neurodivergent folks to come together to hang out and engage in parallel play.

This event is in the "Adult" group
A picture of several men over an orange background with the title text 'Open Men's Circle'

Open Men's Group

Monday, May 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Cedar Room at Library
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Adult

Imagine a circle of brothers where you’re invited share your truth, clarify your vision for the life you want, gain the tools you need for action, find your strength, and hold yourself accountable. 

Library Branch: Library
Room: Cedar Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Social
Event Details:

Imagine a circle of brothers where you’re invited share your truth, clarify your vision for the life you want, gain the tools you need for action, find your strength, and hold yourself accountable. 

This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Toddler" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Baby Storytime

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Myrtlewood Room at Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Infant, Toddler, Family

Tuesdays at 10:00am

Meet other parents or caregivers and learn songs, rhymes, and early literacy tips.  Geared towards kids 0-14 months and an adult parent or caregiver. 

Library Branch: Library
Room: Myrtlewood Room
Age Group: Infant, Toddler, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Tuesdays at 10:00am

Meet other parents or caregivers and learn songs, rhymes, and early literacy tips.  Geared towards kids 0-14 months and an adult parent or caregiver.