CANCELLED-Music and Movement: Canta y Baila Conmingo
2026-02-24 10:00 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | OR
**Due to circumstances beyond our control this event has been cancelled. We apologize for the inconvenience.**
Welcome kids 0-6 and their caregiver.
Join us for a very special program in partnership with Music Together Resonate.
Music and Movement / Canta y baila con migo
Little ones and their caregivers will love playing along in class, as children’s grow into confident music-makers. Everyone will love our songs and all will be grooving along in no time.
Ages 0-6 and their caregivers
Register yourself and your child/children.
30 spaces
We encourage you to join the waitlist. Sometimes life gets busy and people have to cancel.

Únase a nosotros para un programa muy especial en asociación con Music Together Resonate.
Música y Movimiento / Canta y baila conmingo.
A los pequeños y a sus cuidadores les encantará tocar en clase, a medida que los niños se convierten en músicos con confianza.
A todos les encantarán nuestras canciones y enseguida estarán bailando.
Niños de 0 a 6 años y sus cuidadores
Regístrese usted y regístrese su/s hijo/s.
30 plazas.
Te animamos a unirte a la lista de espera. A veces, la vida se complica y hay que cancelar.

Planning Commission Meeting
2026-02-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Sherwood City Hall, Community Room, 22560 SW Pine Street, Sherwood, OR, 97140, United States

All Ages Storytime Session 1
2026-02-25 09:30 - 10:15, 2026-03-04 09:30 - 10:15, 2026-03-11 09:30 - 10:15 | OR
Welcome preschoolers birth to six and their caregivers!
Attending All Ages Storytime is a great way to build a caring bond between child and adult.
In this program, you and your child will sing songs, listen to stories, dance to music, engage in interactive play, and so much more!
15 minutes of playtime follows each session.
This is the winter session of this program and it runs January 7 – March 18. All Ages Storytime Session 1 takes a break March 25. Spring Session will begin April 1, 2026
Special Note: February 4 & 11, 2026 will be a playtime session only from 9:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Arrive anytime between 9:30 a.m. – 10:00a.m. to enjoy this program. We understand how difficult it is to be punctual with children. Playtime is just as beneficial as the storytime.
The library opens at 10:00 a.m.

All Ages Storytime Session 2
2026-02-25 10:15 - 11:15, 2026-03-04 10:15 - 11:15, 2026-03-11 10:15 - 11:15 | OR
Welcome preschoolers birth to six and their caregivers!
Attending All Ages Storytime is a great way to build a caring bond between child and adult.
In this program, you and your child will sing songs, listen to stories, dance to music, engage in interactive play, and so much more!
15 minutes of playtime follows each session.
This is the winter session of this program and it runs January 7 – March 18. All Ages Storytime Session 1 takes a break March 25. Spring Session will begin April 1, 2026
Special Note: February 4 & 11, 2026 will be a playtime session only from 9:30 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
Arrive anytime between 10:15 a.m. – 11:00a.m. to enjoy this program. We understand how difficult it is to be punctual with children. Playtime is just as beneficial as the storytime.

Circle of Friends
2026-02-26 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-05 10:00 - 12:00 | OR
It’s time to start another group! feeling isolated or lonely? Are you new to the area and looking to connect? Have you gotten separated from your social life during Covid? The Circle of Friends group is geared towards older adults (aged 62+) in need of more social support and connection to their community. The group will be initially structured to meet for 8 weeks on a once-a-week basis with a facilitator who will guide the group in discussion, activities, and fun. Activities and discussions are based on participants interests.

CANCELLED - Truth and AI: Misinformation, Deepfakes, and the Digital World
2026-02-26 18:00 - 19:00 | City Hall / Library, 22560 SW Pine St, Sherwood, OR, 97140
DUE TO UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THIS EVENT IS CANCELED FOR THURSDAY 2/26/26. WE WILL WORK ON RESCHEDULING IT AND CONTACTING PEOPLE WHO REGISTERED. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE.
AI can create photos, videos, and stories that look real but aren’t, so how do you know what’s real online anymore? Learn how these tricks work, why they spread so quickly, and practice spotting the signs of misinformation before it fools you. This session will help you sharpen your skills to recognize misleading content, understand how deepfakes are made, and learn practical strategies for separating fact from fiction in your daily digital life.
Registration is encouraged, but not required.
Presenter Bio:
Crystal Trice has over 20 years of experience in libraries and education and is the founder of Scissors & Glue, LLC. She leads interactive trainings and workshops on topics ranging from project management to artificial intelligence, helping libraries and schools spark positive change. Based near Portland, Oregon, Crystal enjoys life with her husband, a small menagerie of farm animals, and an endless supply of sticky notes and colorful pens.

Traffic Safety Board Meeting-CANCELLED
2026-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Sherwood Police Department, Community Room, 20495 SW Borchers Drive, Sherwood, OR, 97140, United States

After Hours Mystery Night for Teens
2026-02-27 18:00 - 20:00 | OR
It’s a “murder” mystery night at this after-hours event for teens ages 11-18.
The scene is Penderghast Asylum. A grisly discovery has been made. It’s been called an experiment gone wrong as Dr. Weiler, renowned for zombie research scientist, has now risen as one of the undead. It will be up to the guests to figure out what happened. Working together as a team, attendees will interview guests, search for clues, and piece together the identity of the culprit.
To reserve your character roll, email askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov There are human roles and zombie roles.
Pizza and snacks served! When you email us about the character you’d like, let us know if you have dietary restrictions so we can plan accordingly.
Arrive at the Pine Street entrance. The library will be closed for regular services, but a staff member will let you in for the event.
22560 SW Pine Street, Sherwood, OR 97140
503-625-6688
askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov

Digital Navigator Tech Help
2026-02-28 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-07 10:00 - 14:00 | City Hall / Library, 22560 SW Pine St, Sherwood, OR, 97140
Digital Navigator Tech Help is held every Saturday in the library except the 3rd Saturday of the month (when the library hosts computer classes) from 10:00 a.m to 2:00 p.m. through July 25. Need help with devices? Have technology-related questions? Want help with job searches? Bring your own device or use library computers.
These are drop-in hours only, so first come, first served.
This free program is provided by a visiting Digital Navigator and is in partnership with AmeriCorps & Washington County Cooperative Library Services.
Also see our Tech Help Appointments offered by library staff.

Six Word Story Contest 2026
2026-03-01 00:00 - 2026-03-31 23:59 | OR
There’s a literary legend that Ernest Hemingway, while having dinner with fellow writers of the famous Algonquin Round Table in New York City, bet he could write a story in just six words. They bet not. He grabbed a pen and a napkin and wrote:
“For Sale: baby shoes, never worn.”
They paid up and Hemingway called it his best work. Now it’s your turn!
Enter the Library’s 13th annual Six Word Story contest, between March 1 and 31, and you could win prizes. Who knows, you might even win a place in literary history. We will have a special team of Six Word Story contest judges who will review all submitted stories and help determine the winners. Winners will be announced during National Library Week, April 19-25.
Prizes: Named for famous short story writers, our three prizes are as follows:
1st prize “The Ernest Hemingway”
2nd prize “The Sandra Cisneros”
3rd prize “The James Baldwin”
Submit your Six Word Stories in one of these ways:

Email to askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov.
In the submission box at Sherwood Public Library.
Send us a Facebook message.

Please include your full name, age (if under 18), and contact info (either a telephone number or an email).
Rules:

Your story must have six words.
Hyphenated words or contractions (such as I’m, can’t, wasn’t, etc.) are allowed and count as one word. However, you may only use one of them per story.
Your story must be your original work.
You may submit up to two Six Word Stories per contestant.
Your Six Word Story must be submitted by Saturday, March 31, 2026.
This is a family-friendly contest, so please use appropriate content.
By entering the Six Word Story Contest, you give Sherwood Public Library the rights to post your story and name in the Library and in our media outlets.

Community Chess Drop-In
2026-03-01 13:00 - 16:00 | OR
Please join us for friendly chess games at our monthly, volunteer-led gathering!
Whether you’re just learning the rules or have been playing for years, connect with fellow chess lovers and enjoy casual games in a welcoming environment.
All ages and skill levels are encouraged to participate, meeting the first Sunday of each month 1pm-4pm.

Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
2026-03-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Sherwood City Hall, Community Room, 22560 SW Pine Street, Sherwood, OR, 97140, United States

Baby Storytime
2026-03-03 09:30 - 10:00, 2026-03-10 09:30 - 10:00 | OR
Welcome infants 0-12 months and their caregivers!
Attending Baby Storytime is a great way to build the bond between child and adult.
In this program you and your baby will sing songs, play action rhymes, and grow together with books.
15 minutes of playtime for babies and conversation time for adults follows.
This is the spring session of this program and it runs March 3 –May 19, 2026.
Baby Storytime takes a break March 24, 2026.
Arrive anytime between 9:30a.m. – 10:00a.m. to enjoy this program. We understand how difficult it is to be punctual with a baby. Playtime is just as beneficial as the storytime.
Library opens at 10:00 a.m.

Fun For Ones
2026-03-03 10:15 - 11:15, 2026-03-10 10:15 - 11:15 | OR
Welcome toddlers 12 months – 24 months and their caregivers!
Attending Fun for Ones Storytime is a great way to build the bond between child and adult.
In this program you and your toddler will sing songs, play action rhymes, and grow together with books.
20 minutes of playtime for kids and conversation time for adults follows each session.
This is the spring session of this program and it runs March 3 – May 19, 2026.
Fun for Ones Storytime takes a break March 24.
Arrive anytime between 10:15 a.m. – 11:00a.m. to enjoy this program. We understand how difficult it is to be punctual with a toddler. Playtime is just as beneficial as the storytime.

City Council Meeting
2026-03-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Sherwood City Hall, Community Room, 22560 SW Pine Street, Sherwood, OR, 97140, United States

After School Specials
2026-03-04 15:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-11 15:00 - 16:30 | OR
Join us after school for something special. It might be Virtual Reality Headset, perler beads, collage, or some other fun activity.
Drop in program for kids, tweens, and teens over by the Information Desk.

Teen Volunteer Club
2026-03-05 16:00 - 17:00 | OR
Welcome teens 7th-12th grade who want to make a difference in their community through the library! We welcome newcomers! Reach out to let us at askusSPL@sherwoodoregon.gov to know you’re coming.

Budget Committee Meeting
2026-03-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Sherwood City Hall, Community Room, 22560 SW Pine Street, Sherwood, OR, 97140, United States

Hearing Officer - West One Marine
2026-03-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Sherwood City Hall, Community Room, 22560 SW Pine Street, Sherwood, OR, 97140, United States

Planning Commission Meeting - CANCELLED
2026-03-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Sherwood City Hall, Community Room, 22560 SW Pine Street, Sherwood, OR, 97140, United States

Adult Book Discussion: All That Life Can Afford by Emily Everett
2026-03-11 18:00 - 19:00 | OR
Read. Be inspired. Discuss.
We’re hosting a book discussion in person at the library. If you love to talk about the books you’ve read, join us for a lively discussion of All That Life Can Afford by Emily Everett, which may be available as an e-book and audiobook in Libby as well as physical library copies which can be checked out. The first 10 people to register for this program can be given copies of the book provided generously by Friends of Sherwood Public Library.
Registration online is encouraged but not required. Click here to register.
From the publisher:
A taut, lyrical, and life-affirming debut, All That Life Can Afford is a tale of aspirations, high society, and the bittersweet journey of turning over a new leaf while staying true to one’s roots. I would arrive, blank like a sheet of notebook paper, and write myself new. As a child, Eva devoured London through library books-savoring its soft, dreamlike edges of castles and dances, a far cry from her life of co-pays and Craigslist and caring for her diabetic mother. She wanted to climb through the pages and live there. But when she arrives after college to a mildewed flat full of mousetraps, the real London, that free, intoxicating life of plenty, feels just as inaccessible as it did from America. Then she meets the Wilders — her stubborn, brilliant tutee Pippa, who whisks her off to Saint Tropez for winter lessons, and sphinxlike Faye, who dolls Eva up in her clothing and makeup, toting her around like a shiny new bauble. From Lisbon to Highgate, Eva is thrown into a heady whirlpool of luxury and excess, uncovering a hidden side of Europe, one where confidence is a birthright and blue blood runs through bulletproof veins. This life feels like a play upon a high, distant stage, but when Eva starts to take the role a little too seriously, she risks forgetting who she is underneath her borrowed clothes.
