LEGO Master Kelly Bartlett!
Hear from LEGO Masters contestant Kelly Bartlett about what life is like on a reality show! From casting to filming to on-air viewing, Kelly will talk about her experience on LEGO Masters, lessons she learned from being on the show, and life after LEGO Masters as a professional LEGO builder.
From Wires to Wonders: Hands-On Introduction to Electronics
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.
English Class
Free ESL classes. All levels welcome. No registration required. For more information, call 503.577.9984.
Clase de inglés gratis. Todos los niveles son bienvenidos. No es necesario registrarse. Para obtener más información, llame al 503.577.9984.
免費英文班
任何英語水平都欢迎参加
无需注冊
Бесплатные уроки английского языка
Классы для студентов всех уровней.
Без регистрации
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Creature Teachers!
Explore the weird and wonderful world of animals! Join Creature Teachers and learn about the animal kingdom! After learning a few super cool facts, kids can meet our scaly, feathery and furry friends!
Making Comics to Change the World
Comics are a great way to tell stories and make people laugh, but did you know they can also bring positive change to the world? Join Wildfire cartoonist Breena Bard for this workshop demonstrating the basics of making comics, designing characters, and writing a script. Then put your skills to work to write a one-page comic about an issue you care about! Let's change the world, one comic at a time.
Family Art Lab
Come explore art concepts with us in a hands-on, fun, and engaging environment. For families and kids.
This month's project is watercolor ocean landscapes!
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.
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.
Family Storytime Online
Join us for an online storytime for ages birth - 6 and their favorite adult with fun books, songs, rhymes, and more!
This program is intended for children and their caregivers. Participants may be asked to identify themselves either through camera, chat, or by unmuting. If you would like to attend as an observer, please contact us at 503.988.5123.
Tech Help Drop-in
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.
Family Storytime
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.
Book Babies
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.
Book Babies
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 free tickets are available 15 minutes before storytime.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
Microsoft PowerPoint with Goodwill Industries
Become familiar with the tools to create eye-catching presentations and impress potential employers with design capabilities. Students will be introduced to the basics of presentation creation and the tools within Microsoft PowerPoint to enhance the appeal of their visual aids. This course will allow students to experiment with the different aspects of presentation design and advise them on the principles of visual information enhancement.
Summer Lunch 2024
Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy free summer lunch at Gresham Library. No reservations/sign-ups required. Lunch may be served hot or cold.
From Wires to Wonders: Hands-On Introduction to Electronics
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.
Our Friend, the Earth: Garden Seed Craft
Join us as we create magical seed bombs that you can take home and throw in your yard. Watch the magic unfold as your seeds sprout and bring life to your space. To add even more fun to our journey, we'll read the book 'My Friend Earth' by Patricia MacLachlan. It's a story that will make you fall in love with our incredible planet even more. Come join Joeanally Gonzales in this hands-on, nature-loving experience.
Seahorse Story & Crafts with Sara Behrman
Come hear author Sara Behrman read from her picture book The Sea Hides a Seahorse. Kids will enjoy this charming book filled with fascinating facts and charming illustrations. After the story, kids will get creative with seahorse crafts.
Make a Custom Sticker for Teens
Learn how to make your own vinyl stickers using a Silhouette Cameo. For grades 6-12.
Ayuda Tecnológica / Tech Help Drop-in
¿Tiene preguntas o necesita ayuda técnica? Reúnase individualmente con alguno de nuestros amables expertos en tecnología quien le ayudará a encontrar respuestas a sus preguntas sobre dispositivos móviles, sitios web, descargas, lectores electrónicos, cómo comenzar a usar tecnología y mucho más. Si necesita ayuda con un teléfono inteligente, tableta o computadora portátil, tráigala con usted.