Events & Classes

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May 4

Creative Learning: Intro to Laser Cutting with the Glowforge

Mon May 4
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Albina Library

Learn to design an acrylic keychain in the Glowforge web app, prepare your project for production, and send your creation to the laser cutter! All materials will be provided.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens April 13.

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

May 4

Cultura y Creatividad en el Makerspace

Mon May 4
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Rockwood Library

¿Qué vas a crear? ¡Trae tus ideas y hazlas realidad! Únete a nosotros en el taller creativo Makerspace de la Biblioteca de Rockwood para crear algo genial, aprender una nueva habilidad y conocer nuevos amigos. 

May 5

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Tue May 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.

May 5

Lego Club

Tue May 5
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.  

May 5

Teen Game Night

Tue May 5
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Central Library

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our game night the first Tuesday of every month! We'll play video games and board games, talk about games, and eat snacks.

May 5

Creative Learning: Glowforge Laser Cutter

Tue May 5
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Albina 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 April 14.

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

May 5

Lego Club

Tue May 5
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Rockwood 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.

May 6

Creative Learning: Glowforge Laser Cutter

Wed May 6
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 April 15.

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

May 6

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Wed May 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.

May 6

Lego Club

Wed May 6
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
North Portland 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.

May 7

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Thu May 7
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.

May 7

Create Band Logo Using the Glowforge

Thu May 7
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Midland Library

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens April 23rd

To attend this program, you need to have basic computer skills and know how to use a computer with a mouse. Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.

People with sensory concerns should know that the Glowforge is noisy and can produce strong smells.

May 7

Kids Creation Club

Thu May 7
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.

May 7

Video Game Club - For Teens

Thu May 7
3:30 PM - 5:45 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.

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

May 7

Creative Learning: Intro to 3D Printing

Thu May 7
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Holgate Library

Learn to prepare an existing model for 3D printing on one of the library's Bambu P2S printers, then start experimenting with 3D modeling. All materials will be provided.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens April 16.

May 7

STEAM Lab

Thu May 7
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Capitol Hill Library

Come explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math concepts with us in a hands-on, fun, and engaging environment.

May 7

Video Game Club - For Teens

Thu May 7
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.

May 8

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Fri May 8
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.

May 8

Lego Club

Fri May 8
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.

May 8

Lego Club / Club de Lego

Fri May 8
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.