An Evening with Willy Vlautin
Join Oregon author Willy Vlautin for a lively discussion of his latest book, The Horse, along with songs and stories from the novel. You can pick up a free copy of The Horse at Columbia County Libraries starting August 18, while supplies last.
Botanical dye workshop
Canby Public Library presents a workshop that will introduce participants to numerous natural dyes and how to use them in unique combinations to create stunning, sustainable color. Participants will experiment with different plant matter, including flowers, bark, roots, and other natural materials, to learn in a hands-on way how the dye process works. Using natural materials like plants for dyes, instead of using harsh chemical products, can be a sustainable practice by reducing pollution, conserving resources, and minimizing waste. This workshop also connects individuals to nature and fosters a deeper appreciation for the environment, in addition to supporting local communities by preserving traditional plant knowledge.
This event is supported by a Mini Grant for Rural Libraries from Oregon Humanities.
Willy Vlautin's Book Club
This is an informal event where the audience can discuss the themes and other elements in any of Willy Vlautin's books face to face with the author. Come prepared with your questions and observations.
This event is supported by a Mini Grant for Rural Libraries from Oregon Humanities.
Visible Mending Demonstration
Canby Public Library presents a demonstration of visible mending with fiber artist Vivien Wise. Visible mending is a creative approach to repairing clothes and other fabric items where the mended areas are intentionally kept visible, rather than trying to conceal them. It's a way to personalize garments, add character, and extend the life of clothing by celebrating the repairs as part of the design.
This event is supported by a Minigrant for Rural Libraries from Oregon Humanities.
Our People, Our Stories
Join tina ontiveros, author of the memoir Rough House, to discuss growing up in Oregon logging camps and how writing this memoir affected her connection with the region, the people, and herself.
This program is supported by a Mini Grant for Rural Libraries from Oregon Humanities.
Community Conversations: Who Will We Be?
Toledo Public Library presents a conversation with community leaders and stakeholders discussing the future of Toledo: Who we want to be and what we want to see in our community, with a focus on the present and future, not the past.
This event is supported by a grant from Oregon Humanities.
Estacada 120th Celebration: Alumni Afternoon
Join Estacada Public Library and Estacada alumni for an afternoon of fun, memories, and refreshments in celebration of Estacada's 120th birthday. This program is made possible in part by a grant from Oregon Humanities
The Seven Rs of Sustainable Living
Join Canby Public Library for a presentation and discussion on how sustainability, the 7 Rs (rethink, refuse, reduce, reuse, repair, repurpose, recycle), and thrifting can benefit individuals and the larger community, featuring guests from Clackamas County Sustainability & Solid Waste and the Canby Kiwanis Thrift Store.
This event is made possible in part by a grant from Oregon Humanities.
Summer Reading Program: Junior Conservationists
During the four Mondays in July, the Yachats Library Children's Program will be hosting a series of Junior Conservationists. The conservationists will present to groups of children ages nine to twelve. The topics of presentations will vary from urban gardening to native plant and coral reef preservation.
Estacada 120th Celebration: How Our Library Was Made
In 2006, the Estacada Public Library moved from its cozy home in city hall to a new building on a two-acre site on the other side of the Clackamas County town. David Bugni, the current president of the Friends of the Estacada Public Library, will share his inside scoop on the long process of bringing this dream into fruition. This program was made possible in part by a grant from Oregon Humanities.
Mini Grants For Rural Libraries
A grant for rural Oregon libraries to create and host events in their communities
Public Program Grants
Oregon Humanities awards annual Public Program Grants in support of programs across Oregon that explore challenging questions and strive for just communities.
Grant Recipients
Organizations that have received grant support from Oregon Humanities since 2017
Grants
Oregon Humanities awards grants in support of programs that help Oregonians connect, reflect, and learn from each other.
COVID-19 Emergency Fund Grantees
A responsive review panel composed of staff and board members redistributed $452,500 for general operating and programmatic support to sixty-one organizations throughout the state in late May as part of the CARES Act.