Teens

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Get involved at your neighborhood library! Councils meet twice monthly and work with library staff to improve services. Members earn volunteer hours. Middle and high school students can join teen council; younger youth (ages 9-12) can join tween council.

Teen lists

Everybody Reads 2026: Lovely One by Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson

Everybody Reads 2026 celebrates Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s memoir "Lovely One". This book covers her journey to becoming the first Black woman to be appointed as a Supreme Court justice. Readers get an intimate look into her personal and professional life throughout the book. She shares stories of her family’s heritage, experiences in segregation, learning to channel her voice, and the triumphs and challenges of her career

Events

Jan 10

Hot Soups for Teens // Sopas calientes para adolescentes

Sat Jan 10
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Biblioteca de North Portland

Hey teens, warm up your body with healthy savory soups. Learn how to make different soups in a pressure cooker, in a blender and in a pot with chef Edurne Garcia-Andre.

Jan 11

New Northwest Library: Explore Audio Visual Equipment

Sun Jan 11
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Biblioteca de Northwest

Come see what's new and exciting in audio and music technology! Play some instruments and try out some video gear, maybe even record your own song--at the library? Yes!

Jan 11

Juggling with Gigs -- NEW LOCATION

Sun Jan 11
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Biblioteca de Rockwood

Join the fun with Giggles for a workshop to explore the world of juggling! The workshop will include a 5-10 minute juggling demonstration and a 45-50 minute hands on workshop.

Jan 12

Felted Narwhals for Tweens and Teens

Mon Jan 12
4:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Biblioteca de Gresham

Learn to felt a sea unicorn! In this beginner level class, LeBrie will teach you how to felt a friendly narwhal. All levels welcome, all materials provided. Let’s craft together!

Jan 13

A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group

Tue Jan 13
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Biblioteca de Gregory Heights

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced knitter, come join the fun as we learn together. All experience levels and ages welcome. Please bring your own supplies.

Jan 13

K-12 Virtual Tutoring / Tutoría Virtual

Tue Jan 13
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Online

Virtual Tutoring is for Multnomah County students in grades K-12 who need support in language arts, math, science or social studies. 

Jan 13

Read to the Dogs

Tue Jan 13
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Biblioteca de Capitol Hill

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog.

Jan 13

Teen Tech Club

Tue Jan 13
4:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Biblioteca de Midland

Are you a teen who would like to play with technology you might not have at home? Come explore creativity software on various Apple devices: MacBooks, iPads, and iPhones.

Jan 13

Queer Youth Club

Tue Jan 13
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Biblioteca de Albina

A safe place where ALL are welcome to be themselves. Find support, eat snacks, get creative, discuss favorite books, and more! Bring a friend, or make a new one. For grades 5-8.

Jan 13

Let's Make a Zine! with Outlet PDX

Tue Jan 13
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Biblioteca de Holgate

Dive into all things zine with Outlet PDX! In this workshop we’ll explore the history and different types of zines.

Jan 13

Teen Council

This event has been canceled
Tue Jan 13
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Biblioteca de Gresham

Join us for teen council. It’s a fun way to make new friends, earn volunteer hours by helping your library and your community — AND get free snacks!

Jan 13

Family Maker Time

Tue Jan 13
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Biblioteca de Rockwood

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Rockwood Library makerspace to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people.

Jan 13

Everybody Reads: I Have a Dream Paint Workshop

Tue Jan 13
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Biblioteca de Gresham

Justice Jackson's memoir describes how her achievement was made possible by Black people who paved the way with their work and their lives. Celebrate Dr.

Jan 13

Read to the Dogs

Tue Jan 13
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Biblioteca de Holgate

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. For kids and teens. Call 503.988.5123 to register.

Jan 13

Knotty Knitters / Crafty Crocheters

Tue Jan 13
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Biblioteca de Midland

Do you have knitting and/or crocheting projects that you’d love to get finished? Or new ones you want to start? Please join us on the first and third Tuesdays of the month for yarn work and fun!

Jan 13

Cakepops con Nanci / Cakepops with Nanci

Tue Jan 13
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Biblioteca de Albina

¡Únete a Nanci Carrera de Rubiela's Jelly para aprender a preparar, bañar y decorar tus propios cakepops de temporada!

Jan 13

Comics & Crafts Club for 6-8th grade

Tue Jan 13
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Biblioteca de Fairview-Columbia

Tweens and teens in 6th, 7th and 8th grade, you are invited to talk about graphic novels, craft and eat snacks! All supplies provided and it’s FREE!  

Jan 13

Sistahs4Life Soulful Line Dancing

Tue Jan 13
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Biblioteca de Albina

Get active, get healthy, get fit — all while line dancing, exercising and having fun! Line dance: Move to the beat, feel the energy, and get your steps in without even realizing it!

Jan 13

Family Maker Time

Tue Jan 13
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Biblioteca de Rockwood

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Rockwood Library makerspace to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people.