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Nov 11

Hora de Cuentos

Wed Nov 11 2026
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
Rockwood Library

¡Vengan a disfrutar y divertirse en este programa interactivo para niños de 0 a 6 años! Ofrecemos actividades que promueven la alfabetización temprana, leyendo libros, cantando, jugando y haciendo manualidades. Los padres, hermanos mayores de 6 años y cuidadores son bienvenidos. Este programa se presenta en español. La asistencia es limitada y está disponible por orden de llegada.

Nov 11

Amazing Whales with OMSI

Wed Nov 11 2026
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Albina Library

Young marine biologists take a close-up look at whales, examine baleen, and learn about the adaptations, habitat, and stewardship of these amazing mammals. Students will touch real whale artifacts and crawl inside a life-size, inflatable whale. There are two of the same session, please register only for one session. Please register for all in your group. 

Intended for kids in grades K-5 with a guardian.

Nov 11

Black Family Storytime

Wed Nov 11 2026
1:30 PM - 2:15 PM
Rockwood Library

The African and African American experience comes alive for children from birth to age 6 (with their favorite adult/family members). Have fun with books and stories, songs, and movement activities in a positive and affirming environment. Black Storytime builds language and literacy skills your child needs to be ready for kindergarten. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

Nov 11

Family Storytime

This event has been canceled
Wed Nov 11 2026
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Rockwood Library

Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and literacy skills. Attendance is limited and free tickets are available 15 minutes before storytime.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
 

Nov 11

Amazing Whales with OMSI

Wed Nov 11 2026
2:15 PM - 3:15 PM
Albina Library

Young marine biologists take a close-up look at whales, examine baleen, and learn about the adaptations, habitat, and stewardship of these amazing mammals. Students will touch real whale artifacts and crawl inside a life-size, inflatable whale. There are two of the same session, please register only for one session. Please register for all in your group. 

Intended for kids in grades K-5 with a guardian.

Nov 11

Preschool Sensory Storytime Online

Wed Nov 11 2026
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Online

This preschool storytime is especially welcoming for children and families who are looking for a more adaptive virtual storytime experience.

This program is intended for children and their caregivers. Participants may be asked to identify themselves either through camera, chat, or by unmuting. If you would like to attend as an observer, please contact us at 503.988.5123.

Nov 11

Read to the Dogs

Wed Nov 11 2026
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sellwood-Moreland Library

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog, Tater Tot!  The dogs and handlers are from Alliance of Therapy Dogs, Dove Lewis Portland Area Canine Therapy Teams, Paws for Love, and Pet Pa

Nov 11

Follow the Reader

Wed Nov 11 2026
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Albina Library

Practice your new reading skills! Each week you'll listen to a story, practice reading with a teen volunteer. This program is especially for kindergartners to second graders. Register here.

Nov 11

Creature Teachers!

Wed Nov 11 2026
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Midland Library

Explore the weird and wonderful world of animals! Join Creature Teachers and learn about the animal kingdom! After learning a few super cool facts, kids can meet our scaly and furry friends!

This event is first come first served.

Nov 11

Мы рисуем осень!

Wed Nov 11 2026
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Holgate Library

Приглашаем вас под руководством художницы Лии Кот познакомиться с правилами рисования и правильного использования карандашей, резинок, кистей, красок, и написать картину на осеннюю тему. По окончании программы вы сможете показать свои картины и поделиться впечатлениями о программе. 

ВНИМАНИЕ: Дети младше 10 лет должны находиться в сопровождении и под присмотром взрослых.   

Необходима регистрация. 

Nov 12

Hora de Cuentos

Thu Nov 12 2026
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Midland Library

¡Vengan a disfrutar y divertirse en este programa interactivo para niños de 0 a 6 años! Ofrecemos actividades que promueven la alfabetización temprana, leyendo libros, cantando, jugando y haciendo manualidades. Los padres, hermanos mayores de 6 años y cuidadores son bienvenidos. Este programa se presenta en español. La asistencia es limitada y está disponible por orden de llegada.

Nov 12

Hora de Cuentos

Thu Nov 12 2026
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Troutdale Library

¡Vengan a disfrutar y divertirse en este programa interactivo para niños de 0 a 6 años! Ofrecemos actividades que promueven la alfabetización temprana, leyendo libros, cantando, jugando y haciendo manualidades. Los padres, hermanos mayores de 6 años y cuidadores son bienvenidos. Este programa se presenta en español. La asistencia es limitada y está disponible por orden de llegada.  

Nov 12

Toddler Storytime

Thu Nov 12 2026
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Gregory Heights Library

Toddlers (with a favorite adult) enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

Nov 12

Tiny Tots

Thu Nov 12 2026
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Capitol Hill Library

One-year-olds (with a favorite adult) enjoy songs, movement activities, rhymes, books and playtime. This action-packed program engages new walkers in language-based activities. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

Nov 12

Tiny Tots Playtime (ages 1-2 years)

Thu Nov 12 2026
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Sellwood-Moreland Library

Play and learning go hand in hand. While our storytimes are on break, join other families for a fun playtime (for ages 1-2) with books, toys, music, and all the room you need to learn through play. As Mr. Rogers said, "... for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood."

Nov 12

Toddler Storytime

Thu Nov 12 2026
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Hollywood Library

Toddlers (with a favorite adult) enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills. Attendance is limited and free tickets are available 15 minutes before storytime. 

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

Nov 12

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe - Bilingual Family Storytime

Thu Nov 12 2026
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
St. Johns Library

Acompáñenos a una hora de cuentos bilingüe en español e inglés con canciones y actividades. Este programa es para familias con pequeños de 0 a 6 años. La asistencia es limitada y está disponible por orden de llegada.

Apoyado por donaciones a La Fundación de la Biblioteca.  

Nov 12

Tiny Tots

Thu Nov 12 2026
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Holgate Library

One-year-olds (with a favorite adult) enjoy songs, movement activities, rhymes, books and playtime. This action-packed program engages new walkers in language-based activities. Attendance is limited and free tickets are available 15 minutes before storytime. 

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

Nov 12

Toddler Storytime

Thu Nov 12 2026
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Northwest Library

Toddlers (with a favorite adult) enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

Nov 12

Учимся со сказкой - Russian Storytime

Thu Nov 12 2026
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
East County Library

Программа для детей от рождения до 6 лет и их родителей проводится на русском языке. Чтение книг, детские песни, поделки и традиционные игры помогут сохранить русский язык и подготовить ребенка к успешному обучению в школе.  

Без регистрации. Сопровождение взрослых обязательно.

До встречи!