Library Stories

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Share Your Milwaukie Ledding Library Stories!

We'd love to hear how the library has impacted you, whether it's a favorite program, a helpful resource, or special moment. By sharing your experiences and memories, you help show how the library brings people together and strengthens our community. Stories will be collected until Friday, May 1, 2026.

To get started, click on "Here's My Story" below. It will first ask for a title of your story and then you can get started sharing your experiences at the library. Don't forget to stop by periodically to read other stories that are submitted.

Also, if you have any questions about the library, please submit them by clicking on the "Questions" tool below and staff will answer them. Your question just might be of interest to others as well, so this is a great way for the library to learn more about what people are currently interested in.

Thanks so much for participating! We are excited to hear from you!

Share Your Milwaukie Ledding Library Stories!

We'd love to hear how the library has impacted you, whether it's a favorite program, a helpful resource, or special moment. By sharing your experiences and memories, you help show how the library brings people together and strengthens our community. Stories will be collected until Friday, May 1, 2026.

To get started, click on "Here's My Story" below. It will first ask for a title of your story and then you can get started sharing your experiences at the library. Don't forget to stop by periodically to read other stories that are submitted.

Also, if you have any questions about the library, please submit them by clicking on the "Questions" tool below and staff will answer them. Your question just might be of interest to others as well, so this is a great way for the library to learn more about what people are currently interested in.

Thanks so much for participating! We are excited to hear from you!

Here's My Story

Thank you for sharing your story with us! 

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  • 4 generations enjoying the library

    by mer, 3 days ago

    My parents were both avid readers and utilized the Ledding library. They ensured my brother and I had our own library cards. We were proud of those cards and the responsibility we took to care for library books. In middle and high school the library also became the hub to study with friends after school. It was also where I had my first "real " job as a Library Page when I was 16. Back then it required passing a civil service exam.

    Fast forward to when I moved back to Milwaukie to raise a family. I quickly obtained a... Continue reading

  • I love the library

    by Chloe, 3 days ago
    I love the library so much. It has the best children’s section in town. It’s truly a treasure. I use the library to spend time with my kids, share seeds, and check out books. What an incredible resource. As a teen I spent a lot of time in libraries escaping my home. Grateful I can always call the library home.

  • Seed Sharing

    by Milwaukie res, 9 days ago

    Our library is such a treasure for the community. I especially love the seed‑sharing stand—it’s such a thoughtful, creative way to bring people together and encourage gardening. It’s one of those little touches that makes the library feel truly special!

  • Incredible Space for Little Ones

    by timtaylor, 10 days ago


    Ledding Library is such a gift to our community. The kids’ section is spacious, welcoming, and beautifully designed. It’s an incredible space for little ones to explore and fall in love with books. Story time has been a crucial mid-morning activity for me and my child. It gets us out of the house, gives my little one fun, engaging learning time, and gives me a chance to connect with other parents. On top of that, the staff are always so friendly and genuinely helpful. We couldn’t ask for a better experience.


  • COVID Rental

    by gillr, 10 days ago

    I rented Eileen Stark's Real Gardens Grow Natives on January 26th, 2020. At the time, I was only mildly interested in learning how to kill my grass lawn (I do not enjoy mowing one bit) and do better for the environment with native plants. As the world changed, my due date also changed until the end of July. Suddenly with loads of time on my hands, I devoured this book. This single library checkout is responsible for me changing careers (now work in environmental protection), becoming a better member of my community as a routine volunteer, and brightening my life... Continue reading

  • Finding a new home

    by Marcy, 13 days ago
    We left our home of 40 years, moved away from friends and community to downsize and be by our daughter. The library helped us plug into our new community. I found new friends in one of the book clubs, and appreciate The Library of Things to borrow tools that we don’t have anymore. All the staff are helpful and kind. It is a beautiful place to just take a breather.

  • The Heartbeat of the Community

    by rbanyas, 13 days ago
    Ledding Library is the most vital community resource in Milwaukie. It's really a treasure -- great book selection, lovely to visit with lots of natural light, natural wood, comfortable chairs, and ease of finding things, a very efficient hold system, and fabulous programs that cover a wide variety of interests. I feel very fortunate to have this resource within walking distance from my home in Milwaukie.
Page last updated: 11 Mar 2026, 02:43 AM