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

Events

Apr 5

Felt a Spiky Friend for Spring for Teens and Tweens

Sun Apr 5
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Biblioteca de Sellwood-Moreland

Make your own adorable plantie friends with LeBrie Rich of PenFelt Studio. Learn how to felt and take your new little spring friend home with you! This program is intended for teens.

Apr 5

Read to the Dogs

This event has been canceled
Sun Apr 5
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Biblioteca de Kenton

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

Apr 6

Mahjong at the Library

Mon Apr 6
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Biblioteca de Troutdale

Come play American Mahjong at the library and connect with community! Experienced players are invited to join our fun and friendly group.

Apr 7

A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group

Tue Apr 7
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.

Apr 7

Teen Game Night

Tue Apr 7
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Biblioteca Central

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our game night the first Tuesday of every month! We'll play video games and board games, talk about games, and eat snacks.

Apr 7

K-12 Virtual Tutoring / Tutoría Virtual

Tue Apr 7
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. 

Apr 7

Teen Council

Tue Apr 7
4:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Biblioteca de Midland

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!

Apr 7

Queer Youth Club

Tue Apr 7
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.

Apr 7

Creative Learning: Glowforge Laser Cutter

Tue Apr 7
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Biblioteca de Albina

Use a Glowforge laser cutter to engrave and cut designs out of acrylic or wood, with assistance from staff and volunteers. No experience needed!

Apr 7

Celebrar la cultura mexicana: Pintar ajolotes de arcilla

Tue Apr 7
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Biblioteca de Troutdale

Únase a un programa bilingüe presentado por Corazón Utilitary Handcraft. Podrá pintar ajolotes de arcilla hechas a mano y conocer las artes mexicanas y su influencia en las culturas latinas.

Apr 7

Knotty Knitters / Crafty Crocheters

Tue Apr 7
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 Tuesdays for yarn work and fun! All ages and abilities welcome.

Apr 7

Family Maker Time

Tue Apr 7
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Biblioteca de Rockwood

Every participant (child, teen, or adult) must sign up in advance to reserve a spot. No library card required. All materials are provided.

Apr 7

Sistahs4Life Soulful Line Dancing -- Beginners!

Tue Apr 7
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!

Apr 8

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Wed Apr 8
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Biblioteca de Rockwood

Calling all teens in grades 6-12! Come make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people in this teen-focused creative space.

Apr 8

Albina Music Club

Wed Apr 8
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Biblioteca de Albina

Albina Music Club is a convenient drop-in style program, making it easy to fit into your schedule. Join quick sessions that provide insight and tips! Create and connect with fellow music lovers.

Apr 8

Goblins, Robots and Truth: RPGs for Teens

Wed Apr 8
4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Biblioteca de Kenton

If you are interested in exploring the world of Role Playing Games (RPGs), come to a “one-shot” session to learn and have fun with ALife!

Apr 8

Spa-Day Gifts for Teens

Wed Apr 8
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Biblioteca de North Portland

Learn about herbs and essential oils that soothe and relax the body, mind and soul. We will make bath bombs, a soothing muscle soak for the bath, and a rejuvenating scrub.

Apr 8

Introduction to Video Game Design

Wed Apr 8
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Biblioteca de Northwest

In this comprehensive program, participants will learn to create a playable game from scratch using the industry-standard Unity game engine.

Apr 8

Albina Music Club

Wed Apr 8
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Biblioteca de Albina

Albina Music Club is a convenient drop-in style program, making it easy to fit into your schedule. Join quick sessions that provide insight and tips! Create and connect with fellow music lovers.

Apr 9

Showers and Hygiene Resources

Thu Apr 9
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Biblioteca de Midland

Cultivate Initiatives will be in the Midland parking lot offering free hot showers and other resources, including (while supplies last) clothing and hygiene products.