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Aug 10

Intercambio / Language Exchange

Sat Aug 10
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Kenton 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.

Aug 10

Intercambio / Language Exchange

Sat Aug 10
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.

Aug 10

Somali Henna and Crafts Day

Sat Aug 10
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Capitol Hill Library

Come learn how to make your own beaded bracelet, try free-style painting, and enjoy the experience of henna. Make connections with the community in Capitol Hill! All ages are welcome to this first-come, first-served event.

Aug 10

Honoring Black Heritage Through Art

Sat Aug 10
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Gresham Library

Explore various techniques used by African/Black artists, while incorporating your own style, led by artist Auzurea Caples.

Registration is required.

Aug 10

Hora De Cuentos

Sat Aug 10
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Gresham 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 de familia, hermanos mayores de 6 años y cuidadores son bienvenidos. Este programa se presenta en español.

La asistencia es limitada y hay entradas gratuitas disponibles 15 minutos antes de la hora de cuentos.  

Aug 10

Rainbow Family Storytime

Sat Aug 10
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Hollywood 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.

Aug 10

Follow the Reader / Leemos Juntos

Sat Aug 10
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Gregory Heights Library

Practice your new reading skills! Each week you'll listen to a story, practice reading with a teen volunteer. This program is especially for kindergartners to second graders. Register here.

Aug 11

Pioneers of Portland Punk 1977-1984: Collins Gallery

Sun Aug 11
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Central Library

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. 

Aug 11

Tech Help Drop-in

Sun Aug 11
10:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Central Library

We can help you with technology!

Meet one-on-one with a friendly, knowledgeable Tech Helper.  We will answer your questions about: mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.

Location: Upon entering the library turn left - Community Room 1B

Not finding a time that works for you? Contact us to get help.

Aug 11

华语讲故事时间 - 普通话 - online Chinese Mandarin Storytime

Sun Aug 11
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Online

一齐来阅读生动的故事, 唱歌, 童谣还有简单有趣的手工! 在家长陪同下,欢迎不同年龄儿童参加华语讲故事时间。

通过Zoom注册活动

图书馆的网上虚拟活动是属公众平台范围,我们致力于维持这些活动的安全性,参与者可能会被要求通过摄像头、聊天或取消静音来鉴定他们的身份。

本活动适合儿童和看护人。如果您想以旁观者身份参加,请致电 503.988.5123 与我们联系。

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

Aug 11

Family Storytime

Sun Aug 11
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
St. Johns 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.
 

Aug 11

Citizenship Class - 12 sessions

Sun Aug 11
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Rockwood Library

Learn about the process of becoming a citizen in a 12-week series of classes. Prepare for your citizenship interview. Study United States history and government for the examination. Classes are taught by a volunteer from SOAR Legal.

Registration information at SOARlegal.org

Aug 11

Hora De Cuentos

Sun Aug 11
1:50 PM - 2:20 PM
St. Johns 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, y jugando. Los padres de familia, 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.

Aug 11

Intro to Making Music With Ableton Workshop Series

Sun Aug 11
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Hollywood Library

This workshop covers how to craft music on the digital audio workstation Ableton Live. Discover the fundamentals as we delve into beat-making, sound design and arranging tracks. Learn how to manipulate samples, utilize MIDI instruments and employ effects to shape your unique sound.

Aug 12

Pioneers of Portland Punk 1977-1984: Collins Gallery

Mon Aug 12
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Central Library

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. 

Aug 12

Book Babies

Mon Aug 12
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
St. Johns Library

Babies from birth to 12 months (with a favorite adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes, and playtime, with bonus socialization for babies and the adults.  

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.

Aug 12

From Wires to Wonders: Hands-On Introduction to Electronics

Mon Aug 12
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Rockwood Library

Join us to spark your curiosity and dive into the electrifying world of electronics! In this weeklong adventure, you'll uncover the secrets of electricity, build circuits from scratch, and even create your own batteries using basic chemistry. No prior programming experience needed – we'll guide you every step of the way. Get hands-on as you learn to solder and program Arduinos with circuits you design.

Aug 12

Lego Club

Mon Aug 12
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
St. Johns 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.

Aug 12

A Midsummers' Movie Nights

Mon Aug 12
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Kenton Library

Come beat the heat at Kenton Library and take in an early evening show. This series will take place every Monday from 5-7 p.m July 8th-August 12th, seating is available on a first come first serve basis. The titles selected for this series will be a wide ranging mix from art house comedies, international award winners, subversive political thrillers, surrealist classics and other off beat selections.

Aug 13

Pioneers of Portland Punk 1977-1984: Collins Gallery

Tue Aug 13
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Central Library

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.