Lego Club
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.
Water and Swimming Safety for Kids
A pediatric health educator from the child injury prevention team at Randall Childrens Hospital will present a fun lesson to teach children about water safety and swimming, using a read-aloud, song, and activity book.
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.
Outdoor Storytime - Leach Botanical Garden, Spanish/English
Join us outside for a storytime with fun books, songs, rhymes, and more!
Free storytime entry into Leach Botanical Garden, 12323 SE Claybourne St, Portland OR
Check in at the Visitor Services booth for directions to the storytime meadow.
Supported by gifts to The Library Foundation.
Hora de Cuentos al aire libre en el Jardín Botánico Leach
Computer Basics with Goodwill Industries
Build a strong foundation in your educational journey by learning the basics of computer use. Starting with the basics of logging in, to accessing computer settings to personalize the user’s experience; this class offers all computer users valuable information.
Bilingual Tech Help Drop-in
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.
Makerspace drop-in for teens
What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more.
For teens in grades 6-12.
Creative Drop-In for Tweens, Teens, and Adults
Experiment with new creative tools! This summer we're featuring the Silhouette Cameo Craft cutter, which lets you make stickers, pop-up cards, heat transfer vinyl designs, and more. Other creative materials for drawing, making buttons and stickers, and creating items with 3D pens will be available as well.
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.
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.
Tech Help Drop-in
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.
Not finding a time that works for you? Contact us to get help.
Teen Art Gathering: Mess Around and Find Out
Teens are invited to explore and create in multiple art mediums. All skill levels welcome. Supplies and snacks provided, but feel free to bring a work in progress and your own tools.
Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help
Quý vị có câu hỏi về kỹ thuật? Không cần đặt hẹn, xin hãy vào gặp một hỗ trợ viên thân thiện và am hiểu, người sẽ giúp quý vị tìm ra câu trả lời cho những câu hỏi về thiết bị di động, trang web, tải nội dung hoặc thông tin, thiết bị đọc sách điện tử, bắt đầu làm quen với kỹ thuật và còn nhiều vấn đề khác. Hỗ trợ viên giúp quý vị trong 30 phút, trả lời câu hỏi và hướng dẫn sử dụng những thiết bị và ứng dụng khác nhau.
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
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.
Toddler Storytime
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.
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.