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Mar 17

华语讲故事时间 - 粵語/英語 - Bilingual Cantonese / English storytime

This event has been canceled
Tue Mar 17
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Woodstock Library

大家一齐來阅读有趣的书籍, 唱歌和童谣....! 在家長陪同下,欢迎六岁以下儿童参加粵/英双语讲故事时间。 参加人数有限,先到先得。

由图书馆基金会赞助。

Join us for a live storytime with fun books, songs, rhymes, and more!  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.

Mar 17

Black Family Storytime Online

Tue Mar 17
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Online

The Black, 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 online environment. Black Storytime builds language and literacy skills your child needs to be ready for kindergarten.

Mar 17

Book Babies Playtime

Tue Mar 17
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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 birth - 1) with board books, toys, music, and all the room your baby needs to learn through play. As Mr. Rogers said, "... for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood."

Mar 17

A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group

Tue Mar 17
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Gregory Heights Library

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.

Mar 17

普通话故事时间 - Chinese (Mandarin) Storytime

Tue Mar 17
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Midland Library

一起来听生动的故事、唱儿歌与童谣,游戏或做手工;同时培养语言和听说能力;在家长陪同下,欢迎6岁以下儿童及其家人参加故事时间。参加人数有限,先到先得。

由图书馆基金会赞助。

Mar 17

Lego Club

Tue Mar 17
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Northwest Library

Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session. We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.  

Mar 17

You Too Can Craft! Crochet Granny Squares

Tue Mar 17
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Holgate Library

Crocheted granny squares have a long history and can be used to make many things. In this class you will learn how to make a basic granny square. Project ideas for using these and where to find other patterns will be shared too. 

Materials will be provided but feel free to bring your own.

Mar 17

Read to the Dogs

Tue Mar 17
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Capitol Hill Library

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

Mar 17

Graphic Novel Club grades 4-5

This event has been canceled
Tue Mar 17
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Gresham Library

Kids in grades 4-5 are invited to talk about graphic novels and eat snacks!  Every meeting includes a short activity related to this month's book. A limited number of books are available for pick up at the library.     

Mar 17

Graphic Novel Club grades 2-3

Tue Mar 17
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Rockwood Library

Kids in grades 2-3 and their favorite adults are invited to talk about graphic novels and eat snacks! Every meeting includes a short activity related to this month's book. A limited number of books are available for pick up at the library.

Mar 17

Knotty Knitters / Crafty Crocheters

Tue Mar 17
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Midland Library

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.

Mar 17

Open Mic and Jam Night

Tue Mar 17
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
North Portland Library

This free event welcomes musicians, poets, comedians, dancers and creatives of all ages, styles, and skill levels. The evening kicks off with a performance by a local artist, followed by an open mic for individuals and bands to showcase their talents. The evening concludes with a jam session where all participants are invited to come together and create  collaboratively. Come to take the stage, or just sit back and enjoy the show!

Mar 17

Native Family: Native Friends and Family Storytime

Tue Mar 17
6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
Holgate Library

Children ages birth to 6 along with their families and friends are welcome to enjoy Native culture through singing, movement, crafts, and stories. Everyone is welcome! Presented by Native library staff. 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. 

Mar 18

Native Family: Native Story Hour Online with Karen Kitchen

Wed Mar 18
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Online

Come sing, listen, learn and celebrate. Join Karen Kitchen (Osage Nation) for this story hour featuring songs and books from Native cultures. Children, families, elders, aunties and uncles — everyone is welcome. Note there are also in person events with Karen, but this one is online! 

Register/join via Zoom.

Mar 18

Hora de Cuentos virtual

Wed Mar 18
2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Online

¡Vengan a disfrutar y divertirse en este programa interactivo para niños de 0 a 6 años y sus cuidadores! Ofrecemos actividades que promueven la alfabetización temprana, leyendo libros, cantando, y jugando. La Hora de Cuentos virtual está diseñada para niños de edad preescolar y sus cuidadores. El programa es presentado en español y es transmitido a través de Zoom.

Mar 18

Read to the Dogs

Wed Mar 18
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Hillsdale Library

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

Mar 18

LEGO Club

Wed Mar 18
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Capitol Hill Library

Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session. We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.

Mar 18

Preschool Sensory Storytime Online

Wed Mar 18
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.

Mar 18

Preschool Sensory Storytime

Wed Mar 18
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Albina Library

This preschool storytime is especially welcoming for children ages 3-5 and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience. 

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

Mar 18

Read to the Dogs

Wed Mar 18
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sellwood-Moreland Library

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to Tater Tot, a therapy dog! Reading sessions are 15 minutes long. Read alone, or pair up with a sibling or friend. Call 503.988.5123 to register.