Read to the Dogs
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 and Pet Partners®. Call 503.988.5123 to register.
Tedious Crafts for Interesting People
Take a mental health break at the library while chatting with new friends. Repetitive crafts can help you feel calm and relieve stress. Bring your own tedious project or try one of ours.
STEAM Lab
Come explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math concepts with us in a hands-on, fun, and engaging environment. For ages 8-12. Space is limited, first come, first served.
Tween Council
Help your librarian choose the best books, movies, comics, programs and events for you and your friends. Have fun working on special projects, making new friends, and creating the perfect library for you! This is a volunteer position and snacks will be provided. For kids ages 9-12.
Pioneers of Portland Punk 1977-1984: Collins Gallery
No one in town knew what the rules really were -- until punks broke them all!
Portland was the birthplace of bands like The Wipers, Neo Boys, The Rat$, Poison Idea, and so many more. Experience Portland's DIY punk music scene (1977-1984) through photos, artifacts, memorabilia, original artwork, flyers, zines . . . and whatever else we dug out of our attics.
