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Jul 12

Family Storytime

Sat Jul 12
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Holgate 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.
 

Jul 12

Toddler Storytime

Sat Jul 12
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Midland 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.

Jul 12

Family Storytime

Sat Jul 12
10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
Northwest 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 available on a first come, first served basis.

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

Jul 12

Pride: Rainbow Family Storytime

Sat Jul 12
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Capitol Hill Library

Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books highlighting LGBTQ+ families, along with songs, rhymes and movement activities building language, literacy, and community in an identity-supporting environment.

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

Jul 12

Adult Maker Time

Sat Jul 12
10:15 AM - 11:30 AM
Midland Library

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Midland Library makerspace in Room E to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people.

Jul 12

Tech Help Drop-in

Sat Jul 12
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Northwest Library

We can help you with technology! 

Meet one-on-one with a friendly, knowledgeable Tech Helper who will help you find answers to questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.

Appointments are on a first come, first served basis.

Jul 12

Family Storytime

Sat Jul 12
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
North Portland 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 available on a first come, first served basis.     

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

Jul 12

Bigfoot Poetry Festival Open Mics

Sat Jul 12
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Central Library

Come share your voice!

The Bigfoot Poetry Festival is a three-day poetry event that happens in early summer in downtown Portland. Poetry open mics, writing and performance workshops, poet showcases, an artists market, and a poetry slam tournament.

Jul 12

Bigfoot Poetry Festival Open Mics: AANHPI Poets Open Mic

Sat Jul 12
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Central Library

Come share your voice!

The Bigfoot Poetry Festival is a three-day poetry event that happens in early summer in downtown Portland. Poetry open mics, writing and performance workshops, poet showcases, an artists market, and a poetry slam tournament.

Jul 12

Lego Club

Sat Jul 12
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.

Jul 12

Central Library Tour

Sat Jul 12
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Central Library

Central Library, beloved by the community since 1913, is now open with modern enhancements for you to enjoy!

Join us for a 45 minutes walking tour through the building.  No registration required.

Jul 12

Black Family Storytime

Sat Jul 12
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Fairview-Columbia 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.

Jul 12

Hora de Cuentos

Sat Jul 12
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Gregory Heights 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.

Jul 12

Pride: Rainbow Family Storytime

Sat Jul 12
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Gresham Library

Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books highlighting LGBTQ+ families, along with songs, rhymes and movement activities building language, literacy, and community in an identity-supporting environment.

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

Jul 12

Family Storytime

Sat Jul 12
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Midland 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.
 

Jul 12

Family Storytime

Sat Jul 12
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Holgate 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.
 

Jul 12

Music and Dance

Sat Jul 12
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Capitol Hill Library

Enjoy songs, rhymes, rhythm and dance in this active program for children ages 0 to 6 and their parents or caregivers. 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.

Jul 12

Adult Maker Time

Sat Jul 12
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Midland Library

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Midland Library makerspace in Room E to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people.

Jul 12

Intercambio / Language Exchange

Sat Jul 12
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Gregory Heights Library

Practique inglés o español y ayude a los demás que están aprendiendo en un ambiente amable. Los participantes hablan la mitad del tiempo en inglés y la otra en español. Están bienvenidos los principiantes.

Practice English or Spanish and help other learners in a friendly atmosphere. Participants speak half the time in English and half in Spanish. Beginners welcome.

Jul 12

Intercambio / Language Exchange

Sat Jul 12
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
North Portland Library

Practique inglés o español y ayude a los demás que están aprendiendo en un ambiente amable. Los participantes hablan la mitad del tiempo en inglés y la otra en español. Están bienvenidos los principiantes.

Practice English or Spanish and help other learners in a friendly atmosphere. Participants speak half the time in English and half in Spanish. Beginners welcome.