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Dec 5

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Fri Dec 5
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.

Dec 5

Video Game Club - For Teens

Fri Dec 5
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.

Dec 6

Lego Club

Sat Dec 6
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.

Dec 6

Midland Repair Cafe

Sat Dec 6
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Midland Library

Please join us for a Repair Cafe at Midland Library! Volunteers will be ready to repair small appliances, toys, bikes, clothing, home decor, and jewelry.  

Repairs limited to one at a time per person. Please try to bring any useful parts or instruction manuals for the repair. Items can be admitted for repair until 2pm.

Dec 6

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Sat Dec 6
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.

Dec 8

Teen Crafternoon!

Mon Dec 8
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Gresham Library

Teens are invited to come work on crafts! Materials provided! 

Work on the DIY craft of the week, or do your own thing with our location's craft materials! Sew, paint, glue, make, design; the sky's your limit! Learn alongside others, share your knowledge and explore new ways of making things! 

Dec 9

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Tue Dec 9
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.

Dec 9

Lego Club

Tue Dec 9
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.

Dec 10

Free Create with a Bambu 3D Printer

Wed Dec 10
1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Albina Library

Already have experience with the library's Bambu 3D printers? Register for this session to use a 3D printer and get help from staff on creating a project of your choice (subject to time limits). A selection of colors of PLA will be available for you to use.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens November 19.

Dec 10

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Wed Dec 10
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.

Dec 10

Free Create with a Bambu 3D Printer

Wed Dec 10
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Albina Library

Already have experience with the library's Bambu 3D printers? Register for this session to use a 3D printer and get help from staff on creating a project of your choice (subject to time limits). A selection of colors of PLA will be available for you to use.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens November 19.

Dec 11

Kids Creation Club

Thu Dec 11
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Hillsdale Library

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

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

Dec 11

Lego Club

Thu Dec 11
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Midland 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.

Dec 11

Creative Learning: Maker Club

Thu Dec 11
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
North Portland Library

Tweens and teens are invited to try different tech and maker equipment each week! All materials provided. First come, first served. Recommended for ages 8-14. Experiment with a 3D pen, make a cardboard creation, learn to code with a robot, paint digitally with an iPad, and more. Learn with and from others, share what you know, and try something new. What will you make?

Dec 12

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Fri Dec 12
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.

Dec 12

Lego Club

Fri Dec 12
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Kenton 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.

Dec 12

Video Game Club - For Teens

Fri Dec 12
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.

Dec 12

Lego Club / Club de Legos

Fri Dec 12
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Troutdale 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.

Trae tus fabulosas habilidades de construcción con Legos a la biblioteca de Troutdale y deja volar tu imaginación.

Se proveerán los legos y materiales.

Para niños y niñas de edad escolar. Hermanos pequeños y mayores bienvenidos.

Dec 13

Adult Maker Time

Sat Dec 13
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Rockwood Library

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.

Dec 13

Lego Club

Sat Dec 13
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.