Teens

Use a 3D printer and get help from staff on creating a project of your choice (subject to time limits). No experience necessary! A selection of colors of PLA will be available for you to use.

Learn to play the violin in a welcoming environment! Open to ages 8 and up, this program lets you explore the instrument with guidance from a dedicated instructor.

The ultimate after-school hangout for teens and pre-teens (ages 13-17)! Kick back with your friends, get creative, or just chill.

Space is limited; Every participant (kid, teen, or adult) must be signed up in advance to reserve a spot.

Come learn how to make something new! Twice a month you can learn a new skill with library staff. Other Thursdays in the month are open labs to continue working on your projects!

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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 or stop by the library.

Help us decorate our library with your magnificent LEGO displays! We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.

Use a 3D printer and get help from staff on creating a project of your choice (subject to time limits). No experience necessary! A selection of colors of PLA will be available for you to use.

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!

This event has been canceled. For future events, please view the Multnomah County Library events page.

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

Learn how a rough recording becomes a finished track. this hands-on intro to mixing covers the moves that make a song sit right.

Pull up and join recording studio EXT.606 at the East County Library as we explore making beats, sample chopping, and music creation.

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.

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

Learn to play the guitar or ukulele in a welcoming environment!

Try out Capitol Hill's Nintendo Switch! Test out new games, make friends, and build your gaming skills.

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.

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!

Space is limited; every participant must be signed up in advance to reserve a spot. 

Central Library, beloved by the community since 1913, is now open with modern enhancements for you to enjoy!  

Learn how a rough recording becomes a finished track. this hands-on intro to mixing covers the moves that make a song sit right.

Teens in grades 6-12: have you always wanted to learn how to use a sewing machine?