Events & Classes

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Apr 11

Lego Club

Sat Apr 11
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Central 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.

Apr 11

Mini Worlds for Kids with Tinker Camp

Sat Apr 11
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Holgate Library

You’re an explorer and anthropologist and discover a miniature world that everyone else thought was only imaginary. Create a model of your teeny, tiny world so everyone can see with Tinker Camp, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting STEAM education in your community. Use cool materials and tools to design and build a small scale version of whatever you discovered. Tiny rooms in a teeny house? A pint-sized playground? A miniature amusement park?

Apr 13

Introducción a la impresión 3D

Mon Apr 13
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Albina Library

Aprendan a preparar un modelo 3D pre diseñado para imprimirlo usando la impresora Bambu X1 Carbon de la biblioteca. Después experimenten con el modelado 3D. Se proveerán todos los materiales.

El espacio es limitado y es necesario inscribirse. La inscripción se abre el 23 de marzo.

Apr 14

Lego Club

Tue Apr 14
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Woodstock 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.

Apr 14

Creative Learning: Bambu 3D Printer

Tue Apr 14
4:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Albina Library

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.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens March 24.

Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.

Apr 14

Creative Learning: Bambu 3D Printer

Tue Apr 14
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Albina Library

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.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens March 24.

Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.

Apr 14

Adult Maker Time

Tue Apr 14
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Rockwood Library

Every participant must sign up in advance to reserve their spot. No library card required. All materials are provided. Registration opens three weeks in advance.

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.

Apr 15

Creative Learning: Glowforge Laser Cutter

Wed Apr 15
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Midland Library

Use a Glowforge laser cutter to engrave and cut designs out of acrylic or wood, with assistance from staff and volunteers. No experience needed! A selection of laser-safe materials will be available for you to use.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens March 25.

Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.

Apr 15

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Wed Apr 15
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Rockwood Library

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. Makerspace staff and volunteers will teach you how to use our tech equipment to design things and express yourself. Project examples include 3D printers, craft cutters, sewing machines, custom t shirts and tote bags, tons of art supplies for painting, jewelry making, and more.

Apr 15

LEGO Club

Wed Apr 15
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.

Apr 16

Creative Learning: Bambu 3D Printer

Thu Apr 16
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Holgate Library

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.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens March 26.

Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.

Apr 16

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Thu Apr 16
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Rockwood Library

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. Makerspace staff and volunteers will teach you how to use our tech equipment to design things and express yourself. Project examples include 3D printers, craft cutters, sewing machines, custom t shirts and tote bags, tons of art supplies for painting, jewelry making, and more.

Apr 16

Kids Creation Club

Thu Apr 16
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Hillsdale Library

Week 1: Collaborative Art 
Week 2: Lego Lab
Week 3: Afternoon Art take home craft 
Week 4: STEAM Studio 

Event Description:

Drop in and create with us! While supplies last. No registration required. First come, first serve. Ideal for Ages 6 - 12.

Apr 16

Intro to Videography (The Basics)

Thu Apr 16
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
North Portland Library

This 2-hour introductory course is designed for aspiring videographers and anyone interested in learning the fundamental principles of video production. Participants will gain a foundational understanding of key videography concepts, empowering them to capture compelling and professional-looking footage. All necessary camera equipment will be provided for hands-on learning.

Apr 16

Video Game Club - For Teens

Thu Apr 16
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Fairview-Columbia Library

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks. Come to the Fairview  Library and play some fun games like Mario Kart, Just Dance, and more! For ages 12-18.

Made possible by gifts to The Library Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated  to enhancing our library's leadership, innovation and reach through private support.

Apr 16

Creative Learning: Bambu 3D Printer

Thu Apr 16
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Holgate Library

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.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens March 26.

Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.

Apr 16

Video Game Club - For Teens

Thu Apr 16
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Rockwood Library

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

Made possible by gifts to The Library Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated  to enhancing our library's leadership, innovation and reach through private support.

Apr 17

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Fri Apr 17
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Rockwood Library

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. Makerspace staff and volunteers will teach you how to use our tech equipment to design things and express yourself. Project examples include 3D printers, craft cutters, sewing machines, custom t shirts and tote bags, tons of art supplies for painting, jewelry making, and more.

Apr 17

Lego Club

Fri Apr 17
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Holgate 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.

Apr 17

Video Game Club - For Teens

Fri Apr 17
4:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Midland Library

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

Made possible by gifts to The Library Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated  to enhancing our library's leadership, innovation and reach through private support.