Events & Classes

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May 20

A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group

Tue May 20
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Midland Library

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced knitter, come join the fun as we learn together. All experience levels and ages welcome. Please bring your own supplies.

May 21

Open Mic and Jam Night

Wed May 21
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
North Portland Library

This free monthly event welcomes musicians, singers, poets, and creatives of all ages, styles, and skill levels. The evening kicks off with a performance by a local artist, followed by an open mic for individuals and bands to showcase their talents. The evening concludes with a jam session where all participants are invited to come together and create music collaboratively.

May 22

Showers and Hygiene Resources

Thu May 22
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Midland Library

Cultivate Initiatives will be in the Midland parking lot offering free hot showers and other resources, including (while supplies last) clothing and hygiene products.

No registration required.

May 22

Video Game Club - For Teens

Thu May 22
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Fairview-Columbia Library

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

May 22

Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help

Thu May 22
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Gregory Heights Library

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. 

May 22

Teen Art Gathering: Mess Around and Find Out

Thu May 22
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Central Library

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.  

May 22

Teen Council

Thu May 22
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Hollywood Library

Join us for teen council. It’s a fun way to make new friends, earn volunteer hours by helping your library and your community — AND get free snacks! 

May 22

Creative Learning: LEGO Engineers

Thu May 22
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
North Portland Library

Assemble a specific LEGO set, experiment with it to see how it works, and then complete challenges using what you've built and learned!

This program is aimed at young people in grades 4-8. Supplies are limited, so registration is required for each session.

May 23

Drop-in Violin Lessons

Fri May 23
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Midland Library

Learn to play the violin in a welcoming, drop-in environment! Open to ages 8 and up, this program lets you explore the instrument with guidance from a dedicated instructor. Lessons are first-come, first-served, every 20 minutes. Sign up outside Room 1J or drop in if a slot is open.

May 23

Teen Council

Fri May 23
4:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Holgate Library

Join us for teen council. It’s a fun way to make new friends, earn volunteer hours by helping your library and your community — AND get free snacks! 

"Made possible by gifts to The Library Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated to enhancing our library's leadership, innovation and reach through private support."

May 24

Central Library Tour

Sat May 24
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.

May 24

Read to the Dogs

Sat May 24
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Holgate Library

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®. For kids and teens. Call 503.988.5123 to register.

May 24

Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help

Sat May 24
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Midland Library

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. 

May 27

Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help

Tue May 27
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Holgate Library

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. 

May 27

A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group

Tue May 27
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Gregory Heights Library

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced knitter, come join the fun as we learn together. All experience levels and ages welcome. Please bring your own supplies. 

May 27

Teen Anime Club

Tue May 27
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Central Library

View, review, snack and yak about all things anime and manga. We meet the fourth Tuesday of the month to discuss our favorite series, watch anime, read manga, and eat snacks!

May 27

Teen Time!

Tue May 27
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Hillsdale Library

We welcome teens to the library to create crafts - materials provided! Work on the DIY craft of the week or do your own thing with our location's craft materials. Sew, paint, glue, make, design; the sky's your limit! Learn alongside others, share your knowledge, and explore new ways of making things!

May 27

Teen Anime and Manga Club

Tue May 27
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Central Library

View, review, snack and yak about all things anime and manga. We meet the fourth Tuesday of the month to discuss our favorite series, watch anime, read manga, and eat snacks!

May 27

Read to the Dogs

Tue May 27
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Capitol Hill Library

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®. For kids and teens. Call 503.988.5123 to register.

May 27

Queer Youth Club

Tue May 27
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Hollywood Library

A safe place where ALL are welcome to be themselves. Find support, eat snacks, get creative, discuss favorite books, and more! Bring a friend, or make a new one. For grades 5-8.

Queer Youth Club is a youth-run club for that unites LGBTQIA+ and allied youth from neighboring schools. Email alecc@multcolib.org for more information.