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Kids Programs
Programs are occasionally cancelled; check our current calendar of upcoming library programs and events.
Drop in Playgroup
Meet other caregivers and let your kids socialize while playing with library-provided toys. Ages 1-5. No registration required, but capacity is limited to first 40 attendees. Parent or adult caretakers are required to stay with children at all times.
- Mondays, 10:30 a.m. at Oak Lodge Library
Baby Storytime
It's never too early to build a love of reading! Join us for a special storytime and playtime geared for young ones up to 18 months.
- Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m. at Gladstone Library
- Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. at Oak Lodge Library
All Ages Family Storytime
Build early literacy skills through stories, songs and playful activities! No registration required.
- Fridays, 10:30 a.m. at Oak Lodge Library
- Fridays, 2:00 p.m. at Gladstone Library
- Saturdays, 10:30 a.m. at Gladstone Library
Spanish Storytime / Hora de Cuentos en Español
¡Acompáñenos el primero sábado de cada mes auna hora de cuentos y juegos en ESPAÑOL. ¡Gratis y divertido para todas las edades!
Join us on the first Saturday each month for Spanish Story & Play Time with Adventures in Spanish. Free and fun for all ages!
Returning in December at the NEW Oak Lodge Library
After School Snacktivities
Drop in after school for snacks and fun activities on Early Release Wednesdays! No registration required. Caregivers, please plan to accompany children under the age of 10.
- Wednesdays, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. at Gladstone Library
Teen Programs
Gladstone and Oak Lodge Advisory Teens (G.O.A.T.)
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to join GOAT: Gladstone & Oak Lodge Advisory Teens! G.O.A.T group members meet each month on the first Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. to plan upcoming events and to discuss other relevant topics to library services for teens. If you are interested in eating free food and earning community service hours, fill out an application!
Drop in Crafts
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to enjoy a crafting in the Community Room. A variety of craft supplies are provided or bring your own. No registration required.
- 1st and 3rd Fridays, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. at Gladstone Library
StoryWalk®
A StoryWalk® encourages young readers and their families to take a walk outside and read a book at the same time! Each sign has pages of the story, with fun activities to make you think and move along with the story - all presented in both English and Spanish! This season we feature the bilingual We've got the whole world in our hands = Tenemos el mundo entero en las manos by Rafael López. StoryWalk® is presented in partnership with the Friends of Gladstone Nature Park and the Gladstone Public Library Foundation.
Recorded Stories, Songs & Games
Educator Resources
Educator Cards
Educators who live in Clackamas County, or teach at a school located in the Libraries in Clackamas County (LINCC) service area, are eligible for fine free educator cards (replacement costs for lost materials still apply). Visit any LINCC library with your ID and proof of educator status, such as a pay stub or school badge.
Field Trips
Visit us! We will take your students on a library tour with a souvenir to commemorate the day. Email olglyouth@lincc.org to schedule your special library visit!
School/Classroom Visits
Let us come to you! We are happy to host a library table at your school event or visit your classroom. Email olglyouth@lincc.org to request a visit.
Student Cards
Email olglyouth@lincc.org to request take-home library card applications for your classroom. We will drop off library cards at your classroom 1-2 weeks after receiving completed applications.
Resources by Request
Let us know what kind of books you need 1-2 weeks in advance of your next teaching unit. We will take care of selecting titles and place them on hold for you to pick up! Simply fill out this book request form.
Contact Us
Connect with the youth librarian team at olglyouth@lincc.org.