For nearly two years, Anne, her father, mother, and sister, joined with the Van Daan family, to hide in a secret annex space above her father’s former office in Amsterdam, as the Nazis deported the Jews of Holland to their deaths. In her secret attic, Anne comes of age: she laughs, plays, fights with her mother, and falls in love for the first time. In spite of her oppressive circumstances and the horrors that surround her, Anne’s spirit transcends, as she voices her belief, “in spite of everything, that people are truly good at heart.”

This is an introduction to Excel, the spreadsheet program. Basic math skills and some computer and keyboarding experience required. Registration required.

The library is closed for staff training.

Prepare for US citizenship at the library, with teachers from Mission: Citizen! This class runs for eight weeks, and you are encouraged to attend each week to get the most out of the class. We speak many languages! Free and open to the public; registration is required, but can be completed in-person at class.

This six-week educational series is designed to help unpaid family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend with a chronic illness. Caregivers develop a wealth of self-care tools to reduce personal stress, communicate their needs effectively in challenging situations, deal with difficult emotions, and make tough caregiving decisions. Class size is limited and registration is required. To register, call 503-846-3089.

For nearly two years, Anne, her father, mother, and sister, joined with the Van Daan family, to hide in a secret annex space above her father’s former office in Amsterdam, as the Nazis deported the Jews of Holland to their deaths. In her secret attic, Anne comes of age: she laughs, plays, fights with her mother, and falls in love for the first time. In spite of her oppressive circumstances and the horrors that surround her, Anne’s spirit transcends, as she voices her belief, “in spite of everything, that people are truly good at heart.”

Attention, all book clubs and book-lovers! Please join us for an exciting evening of book speed dating. Let our friendly and knowledgeable staff introduce you to your next discussion-worthy book club pick or the great book love of your life. We will highlight new and old titles in all genres, fiction and non-fiction, and forthcoming books. Refresh yourself with tea and treats, and spend some time mingling with other book enthusiasts. Free and open to the public; no registration required.

Learn how to get started on your spring and summer veggie garden from an OSU extension Master Gardener. Beginner and master gardeners welcome! Free and open to the public; no registration required.

This session will be helpful for small businesses, micro/home-based businesses, and individuals who are curious about how Tax Reform is impacting them in 2019 and in the future. Presenter, Kathy Boutilier, will present key impacts of the new tax law with a special emphasis on small business. The 20 minute presentation will be followed by a Q & A period. A two-page "New Tax Law" from the Tax Research Institute will be available for attendees. Kathy Boutilier is an Enrolled Agent (designated by the IRS) with over 14 years of tax advisory experience and over 820 hours of advance tax education. She serves small businesses and individuals in Beaverton and is conversationally fluent in Spanish.

This six-week educational series is designed to help unpaid family caregivers take care of themselves while caring for a relative or friend with a chronic illness. Caregivers develop a wealth of self-care tools to reduce personal stress, communicate their needs effectively in challenging situations, deal with difficult emotions, and make tough caregiving decisions. Class size is limited and registration is required. To register, call 503-846-3089.

For nearly two years, Anne, her father, mother, and sister, joined with the Van Daan family, to hide in a secret annex space above her father’s former office in Amsterdam, as the Nazis deported the Jews of Holland to their deaths. In her secret attic, Anne comes of age: she laughs, plays, fights with her mother, and falls in love for the first time. In spite of her oppressive circumstances and the horrors that surround her, Anne’s spirit transcends, as she voices her belief, “in spite of everything, that people are truly good at heart.”

Join us at Writers Group! We envision this group meeting as a space where writers can meet with a friendly, supportive community of fellow writers. For more information, contact Beth Gilbert at 503-350-3618 or bgilbert@BeavertonOregon.gov. Registration required.

Whether you are starting or growing a business, attend this speed coaching session where lenders, counselors and business information experts will move you to the next step to success. Representatives from Beaverton City Library, SCORE, and Impact Beaverton will be present. Free and open to the public; no registration required.

Join us for a lively night of trivia at BG Food Cartel, hosted by Beaverton City Library staff! Test your knowledge on a whole host of topics, from pop culture to sports, history to literature. Play in teams of up to six, or play by yourself. Come early to get a good seat. Win prizes! Match wits! Eat, drink and be merry! Free and open to the public; no registration required.

This class shows how to use Pivot Tables and Filtering, and how to record a Macro. You must have a good working knowledge of Excel, or have taken the two beginning level Excel classes before taking this class. Registration required.

Fiction, non-fiction, super popular or a little more obscure - we read it all and discuss at this friendly and lively book group. Join us even if you haven't finished the entire book. March 26: "Exit West;" April 23: "Inferior: How Science Got Women Wrong and the New Research That's Rewriting the Story." Free and open to the public; no registration required.

This is an introduction to PowerPoint, the slide presentation program. Some computer experience and keyboarding skills required. Registration required.