Events Calendar
Families Connected
First Tuesday of each month, 11 AM–1 PM. A representative from The Arc Lane County will be at the library to help connect individuals and families with community resources and support. Free and open to families of all abilities.
Gardening Day
🌱 Garden Day at the Library! 🌱
Join us the first Friday of every month at 10 AM for a productive morning in the garden.
Stay as long as you can and help us care for the library gardens.
Bring your gardening tools, a bucket, gloves, or just yourself!
All help is welcome, and it’s a wonderful way to spend time outdoors with the community. 🌿
Art Talk with Joanne Walch
Join us for Joanne Walch’s Art Talk.
Art Talk with Joanne Walch - hand stenciling and embroidery using vintage designs
Families Connected
First Tuesday of each month, 11 AM–1 PM. A representative from The Arc Lane County will be at the library to help connect individuals and families with community resources and support. Free and open to families of all abilities.
Gardening Day
🌱 Garden Day at the Library! 🌱
Join us the first Friday of every month at 10 AM for a productive morning in the garden.
Stay as long as you can and help us care for the library gardens.
Bring your gardening tools, a bucket, gloves, or just yourself!
All help is welcome, and it’s a wonderful way to spend time outdoors with the community. 🌿
Community Financial Preparedness Class
What is one thing you can do to improve your finances in 2027? Come to the financial preparedness class on Saturday, December 5th at 2pm for some ideas: Better management of your finances, better control of debt, investing for the long term, preparing for retirement, etc.
Join us in the O’Brien Memorial Library in Blue River, Oregon for this free, informative session presented by Kevin Whisenant, a financial advisor. If you have questions on the content, you can email Kevin at whisins@msn.com.
Coffee, tea and snacks will be provided!
Families Connected
First Tuesday of each month, 11 AM–1 PM. A representative from The Arc Lane County will be at the library to help connect individuals and families with community resources and support. Free and open to families of all abilities.
Trunk or Treat
🎃 Come see us at Blue River’s Trunk or Treat! The O’Brien Memorial Library will be joining in the Halloween fun with a festive photo opportunity, delicious cupcakes, warm apple cider, and a special book treat to take home. Stop by and celebrate Halloween with us! 👻📚
Story Time
Story Time is back!
Join us every Friday, at 11:15 AM at the O’Brien Memorial Library!
Come enjoy a book, songs, puppets, and plenty of imagination. All ages are welcome!
We hope to see you there!
Be sure to keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates
Story Time
Story Time is back!
Join us every Friday, at 11:15 AM at the O’Brien Memorial Library!
Come enjoy a book, songs, puppets, and plenty of imagination. All ages are welcome!
We hope to see you there!
Be sure to keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates
Story Time
Story Time is back!
Join us starting Friday, October 16 at 11:15 AM at the O’Brien Memorial Library, and every Friday after!
Come enjoy a book, songs, puppets, and plenty of imagination. All ages are welcome!
We hope to see you there!
Be sure to keep an eye on our Facebook page for updates
Art Talk with Alison “Ali” Hennes
Join us on October 3 for a Gallery Wall Art Talk with local artist Alison “Ali” Hennes of Walterville. A retired registered nurse, Ali discovered her passion for art through an unexpected inspiration while kayaking on the McKenzie River. She now creates whimsical ink and mixed-media artwork inspired by nature, animals, and the world around her. Come meet Ali, hear about her creative journey, and enjoy a closer look at her work.
Gardening Day
🌱 Garden Day at the Library! 🌱
Join us the first Friday of every month at 10 AM for a productive morning in the garden.
Stay as long as you can and help us care for the library gardens.
Bring your gardening tools, a bucket, gloves, or just yourself!
All help is welcome, and it’s a wonderful way to spend time outdoors with the community. 🌿
River Talk with William Sullivan
River Talk with William Sullivan
Join us Saturday, September 26 at 2:00 PM for our final River Talk of the season!
We’re excited to welcome beloved Oregon author and hiking guide William Sullivan, who will share Wilderness Treasures of the Upper McKenzie. William has written more than twenty books about Oregon, including Oregon history, adventure memoirs, and short stories
Come explore the remarkable natural beauty of our local landscape while learning more about the wilderness treasures of the Upper McKenzie Valley and the important role rural libraries play in our communities.
These programs were made possible in part by a grant from Oregon Humanities and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Unveiling of History Wall
All are welcome to the unveiling of the history wall at the O’Brien Memorial Library at 12:00 on September 12, 2026. The wall of historical panels chronicles the story of Blue River, the recovery of the community after the Holiday Farm fire, and the emergence of the new library out of the flames.
Called by William Sullivan, “the new center of gravity for library services in the upper McKenzie valley,” the O’Brien Memorial library is closing in on its second year of service to the community.
Annual Meeting
Join us for our Annual Meeting, September 4th at 1:30pm.
We will review the past year, all community members are welcome
Gardening Day
🌱 Garden Day at the Library! 🌱
Join us the first Friday of every month at 10 AM for a productive morning in the garden.
Stay as long as you can and help us care for the library gardens.
Bring your gardening tools, a bucket, gloves, or just yourself!
All help is welcome, and it’s a wonderful way to spend time outdoors with the community. 🌿
River Talk with Molly Gloss: Exploring The Jump-Off Creek
Join us on Saturday, August 15 at 2:00 PM as we welcome award-winning Oregon author Molly Gloss to the O'Brien Memorial Library.
In preparation for her visit, our community is reading her acclaimed novel, The Jump-Off Creek together. Stop by the library to check out a copy and join the conversation!
These River Talks explore and celebrate our local rivers and the many ways they shape our history, culture, and community.
This program is made possible through a grant from Oregon Humanities and is part of their Consider This Conversations series.