Staff picks

Get started on your journey of becoming a U.S. citizen. Whether preparing independently, in a classroom, or with a tutor, the titles on this list can serve as valuable supplements or reference tools to support the preparation for the citizenship interview.

Looking for an abridged classic, an easy reader for an adult new reader, or a biography with just the most important facts, try these titles.

Titles for multilingual learners. Whether learning English independently, in a classroom, or with a tutor, the titles on this list can serve as valuable supplements or reference tools to support language learning

General recommendations for those wanting to read more about immigration. 

Materials available at the library. 

Get started on your journey of becoming a U.S. citizenship. Whether preparing independently, in a classroom, or with a tutor, the titles on this list can serve as valuable supplements or reference tools to support the preparation for the citizenship interview.

Fiction and nonfiction about Jewish life in the U.S. for ages 3-9.

In celebration of Pride and LGBTQIA voices, check out these selected titles that celebrate queer joy, for readers of all ages.

In celebration of Pride and LGBTQIA+ voices, here are select titles focused on the topic of queer activism and resistance.

In celebration of Pride, check out these titles about self-expression from Indigenous/BIPOC voices.

Books that show a diversity of Jewish American kids. For grades 4, 5, 6

These ‘happily ever after” romances featuring trans, non-binary and asexual lead characters range from sweet to steamy! - Lara P.

Celebrate PRIDE with these SF and fantasy books. - Heidi S.

These suspenseful stories feature LGBTQIA+ characters.

These ‘happily ever after” romances range from sweet to steamy and feature the LGB voices in LGBTQIA+ - Laural W.

Nonfiction from LGBTQIA+ voices. - Lara P.

These comic books, manga and graphic novels feature characters from across a spectrum.  - Elle B.

These titles are by Indigenous people who identify as two-spirit or LBGQTIA+.

Best books for teen readers as chosen by Oregon's young adult librarians.

Love at camp and on the job. Unexpected romance between longtime friends. Crushes becoming something more. What will summer bring?