News & Events

News:

Closed Labor Day

The library will be closed Monday, September 1st for Labor Day.

The Scappoose Public Library is hiring a Part-Time Library Assistant. 20 hours a week, high school diploma or equivalent and background check required. Résumés and cover letters must be submitted by 9/12/2025.

Columbia County Reads 2025

Scappoose Public Library is proud to announce Columbia County Reads for 2025 “The Works of Willy Vlautin and the Struggle for the American Dream.” In conjunction with other Columbia County libraries, Oregon Humanities, and the National Endowment for the Humanities, we will be presenting a series of free literary and historical programs focusing on the books written by local author Willy Vlautin.

Brand New Cultural Passes

Cultural Pass for the Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education and a parking permit for ODFW Wildlife Areas which includes Sauvie Island.

Events:

Summer Reading Program

Last day for youth and adults alike to redeem their trackers is Saturday, August 30th.

Movies by Moonlight in Heritage Park

A series of five family friendly movies will be shown with thematic activities and events each night. Enjoy a summer evening outside. Food vendors will be on site with snacks and full meals available for purchase.

Oregon Canneries and the Quest for the American Dream

In the late 1800’s, the Columbia River fish canning industry was one of the most valuable in the world. This program, presented by Julie Triezenberg of the Columbia River Maritime Museum, discusses the history of the canneries, their impact on local communities, and the legacy they left behind after their closure. Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 7 PM at the Scappoose Public Library. Part of Columbia County Reads 2025

Scappoose Public Library Authors Festival

The Scappoose Public Library is excited to announce the first-ever SPLAF! Held on October 11, 2025, 11 AM–3 PM in the library’s meeting room, the festival will feature twelve local authors in a variety of genres.