Saturdays and Mondays Throughout Tax Season AARP Foundation Tax-Aide offers free tax preparation to anyone of any age - but especially if you are 50 or older or can't afford paid tax preparation. Unfortunately, all appointments at Fern Ridge Library are filled, but you can get help at other locations in Lane County. For more info: LaneTaxHelp.Zendesk.com or call (503) 512-9702. Tax preparation at the library is an appointment-only site, but some walk-ins may be available at other locations.
Every Thursday in March: Walk & Talk Put some spring in your step! Every Thursday in March,9:00 - 10:00, we'll meet up in the Courtyard, then go for a walk for about an hour. We'll choose the path and the pace together and chat about what we're reading while getting to know each other and the neighborhood. Easy and accessible, all abilities welcome. Walk and Talk is fun!
2/14/24 and 2/28/24 Ridge Writers Adults, if you love to write, then this is the group for you. There will be time to write from a prompt, and also critique. Bring what you have been working on if you want to share. This friendly group welcomes new as well as seasoned writers. Wednesday, Feb 14, 4:30 - 6:30 and Wednesday, Feb 28, 4:30 - 6:30 in the Library Conference Room.
3/6/2024 and 3/20/2024 Hobby Hangout! Are you into collecting? Building stuff? Coloring? Making things? Crafting? Playing games? Doing art? We are too! Come hang out with us and work on your hobby. Bring your stuff, and if you need supplies, we have plenty of free materials and tools to use, and plenty of space to do your thing. In the Konnie Room MakerSpace, Wednesday, March 6, 4:00 - 6:00, andWednesday, March 20, 4:00 - 6:00. What fun! All 18+ are invited to the Hobby Hangout!
3/7/24 Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club: "Luck!" Thank your lucky stars! The topic for Sci-Fi/Fantasy Book Club is "Luck!" Is it by pure luck that the hero finds the treasure? Is it a roll of the dice that determines his fate? Has the horseshoe above the door finally brought fortune to the pauper? Did the black cat really bring such bad luck after all? Choose any Sci-Fi or Fantasy book that has the theme of "Luck", and we'll talk about our selections on Thursday, March 7, 4:00 - 5:30 in the Conference Room. April topic: "Books About Books".
3/8/24 Artist’s Reception: Megan Burnside Megan is the granddaughter of prophets, psychics, and artists. She is fortunate to be able to learn from many shamans and wisdom keepers all over the world. She has a deep connection to her ancestors and their earth-honoring traditions. Megan creates unique and transformative artwork and tools of creation for soul work. She loves working with people to help clear their blocks and clear old patterns to deepen their connection to their most sacred life. She is certified in many modalities including Past Life Regression (QHHT), Therapeutic Guided Imagery, Holistic Health coaching, and Spiritual Response Technique (SRT). She teaches drum making and holds gatherings to help people remember who they are and why they’re here. Meet Megan Burnside on Friday, March 8, 5:00—6:00 in the ArtSpace at Fern Ridge Library (also known as the Conference Room). We will honor her with a reception to open her show of many beautiful hand-crafted drums. Megan’s show will be on display March 8 through April 18.
3/11/24 and 3/25/2024 NAMI Peer Connection Support Group The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) is offering a free, confidential and peer-led support group for adults living with mental illness. The group is led by NAMI-trained facilitators who have been there. By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you gain hope and develop relationships. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion, and a sense of community. You will gain some insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others. Monday, March 11, 6:00 - 7:30 and Monday, March 25, 6:00 - 7:30. Monthly meetings after library open hours - please enter the building through the south side door (Konnie Room). More info: https://namilane.org/support-and-education/
3/13/24 and 3/27/24 Ridge Writers Adults, if you love to write, then this is the group for you. There will be time to write from a prompt, and also critique. Bring what you have been working on if you want to share. This friendly group welcomes new as well as seasoned writers. Wednesday, March 13, 4:30 - 6:30 and Wednesday, March 27, 4:30 - 6:30 in the Library Conference Room.
3/14/24 Pi Day! It’s finally here! March 14 (or 3.14) is known as Pi Day. Let’s get together and discuss this amazing irrational number. Oh, and did we mention the other kind of Pie? No Pi Day would be complete without the consumption of a delicious round dessert. So if you love Pi and Pie, then this fun celebration is for you! Some fun and easy mathematical games will astound you and tasty snacks will delight you on Thursday, March 14, 5:00—6:30 in the Konnie Room. PS, Prizes!!!
3/21/24 Non-Fiction Book Club: “Money!” The topic is “Money!” for the Non-Fiction Book Club this month. Foreign currency, coin collecting, the stock exchange, money management, or even the billionaires of the world — it’s your decision. If you want to read about it, then you’ve made the right the choice. Come prepared for a great discussion about “Money” on Thursday, March 21, 4:00—5:30 in the Library Conference Room. Next month’s topic: “Logic”. We’re looking forward to meeting you!