Seven Bookish Holiday Traditions
Get in the festive spirit by adding these literacy-centered traditions this holiday season.
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Dodging winter blues at the library
The library has lots of family friendly activities and resources to help you dodge the winter blues! Find some options for all ages to enjoy, whether out and about or from home.
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Get gifts at Friends of the Library
If you’re looking for bookish gifts this winter and also want to support the library, check out Friends of Multnomah County Library. They have two beautiful locations to shop at, and the money they raise directly funds library programs.
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New standard library hours begin on December 1
Beginning on December 1, all Multnomah County libraries will have the same open hours. This change will allow library patrons to plan visits more easily and reduce confusion due to differing hours at different library locations. The new schedule will also apply to the library’s contact center.
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An official welcome to your new Director of Libraries, Annie Lewis
Annie Lewis has officially been appointed as the new director of libraries for Multnomah County Library. The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners, which presides as the Library District Board, approved her confirmation on October 17, 2024.
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Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month. Join the library in honoring the rich traditions and culture of Native Americans, Alaska Natives, Kānaka Maoli (Native Hawaiians), and the many other Indigenous peoples of the Americas.
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Volunteer at the library and help adults expand their skills
If you are interested in becoming a volunteer at the library, you can help adults with reading, writing and more skills.
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Two-Spirit figures today
Get to know these Indigenous changemakers, writers and artists. Read and connect with their stories.
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The Blue Line Letters: A Library Writers Project book inspired by Portland’s MAX system
As part of the Library Writers Project, the library will accept e-book submissions from local authors through October 31. Enter your book for consideration to be added to the library’s collection.
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Midland Library is now open!
The completely renovated library is modern, inviting and built to reflect the community. Come and visit!
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John Wilson Special Collections: Must see items
The John Wilson Special Collections is like a time machine for books. Here you can see how books have changed from ancient clay tablets to fancy Bibles and even some of the earliest printed books. Dive into this remarkable collection at Multnomah County Library and explore it for yourself!
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Helping your child through big life transitions
September is back to school month! That means new friends and new adventures. But it’s also a big change and might be the first time your child has been away from family.
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Silks and fabrics in the rare book room
The library is filled with books made of paper, but at Central Library, you can find a few very special items made of fabric. You can see a selection of these in the John Wilson Special Collections room, also known as the rare bookroom.
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Explore the rare book room’s Native American literature collection
Visit the John Wilson Special Collections at Central Library and be awestruck by items from the Native American literature collection.
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Oregon's nine Tribes
Oregon has nine federally recognized Tribes, each which have worked to embrace their cultural practices throughout their communities.
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The library’s Russian language services
The library’s Russian-speaking team serves community members throughout Multnomah County both in and outside of library locations. The team organizes events at the library to bring the community together and share in language and culture.
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The library’s Spanish-speaking team
Spanish-speaking library staff can help you find connections and resources that are applicable to your specific cultural needs.
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Free tutoring and GED support at the library
Whether you have tried to get your GED in the past or you are just starting to look into the possibility of getting yours, Multnomah County Library has resources that can help you, no matter when you are ready.
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Call the library, we can help!
When you call the library, you can place items on hold, get help navigating the website, ask event related questions and more.
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Creating access for self-published authors through The Library Writers Project
Since 2015, MCL has been soliciting submissions of self-published e-books from the community, initially just adult fiction, but expanding to children’s and teen books and memoir in subsequent submissions rounds. Learn more about the Library Writers Project.
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Watch free videos and learn about some new changes in these streaming platform
Kanopy and Hoopla are two free ways that you can watch movies and TV shows online with your library card! If you haven’t used either of these, now is your chance to try. If you have, there are some changes that may help you navigate and enjoy your viewing experience further.
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Albina Library’s relocation history
Albina Library — its past defined by growth-triggering relocation — has a storied history in its current home.
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The 10 most popular books this summer
Escape the ordinary this summer with some of our most recent popular books! Whether you're craving a heart-pounding thriller, a laugh-out-loud romance, or a thought-provoking memoir, this list has something for every taste.
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