Events & Classes

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!  

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. 

Appointments are on a first come, first served basis. 

Virtual Tutoring is for Multnomah County students in grades K-12 who need support in language arts, math, science or social studies. 

We offer three terms a year, each running for 8 weeks.

The student’s weekly appointment will be for 30 minutes on Tuesdays, sometime between 4 and 6 pm. They will be assigned an exact timeslot and tutor prior to the start of the term. These remain the same for the entire term.

Come explore science, technology, engineering, math and robotics concepts with Lego STEM kits in a hands-on, fun, and engaging environment. Kids grow their critical thinking, coding, and design skills as a team and gain real-world problem solving experience through a guided, global robotics program, helping them build a better future. For kids ages 6-10. First come, first served.   

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.

Middle school students are invited to talk about comics and eat snacks! Every meeting includes a short activity related to this month's book. A limited number of books are available for pick up at the library.    

Alfabetización, certificado de educación primaria y secundaria, y GED en español ¿Sabía que puede terminar su primaria y secundaria con ayuda de tutores en la biblioteca? El programa de Educación para Adultos ofrece cursos básicos gratuitos de: Alfabetización para adultos Certificado de escuela primaria y secundaria de México en el consulado mexicano Preparación y tutoría para el GED en español.

Music Discovery is an open lab format that provides community members access to library equipment for learning about digital and analog music creation. Whether you're interested in Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) or ukuleles, you're welcome to play, demo equipment, and ask our knowledgeable staff questions about creating your own music and collaborating with others. We hope to see you there!

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.

Appointments are on a first come, first served basis.  

Do you need some help with your resume? Are you unsure about your choice of words? Struggling to describe your accomplishments? Come meet with an experienced volunteer for a one-on-one review. If you have a paper copy of your resume, please bring it along. 

No registration required, drop in during the scheduled time for first come first served help. Sessions are generally 30 minutes.

Хохломская роспись яиц

Под руководством художницы Любови Романовой распишите пасхальное яйцо узорами старинной декоративной росписи Хохлома, пользуясь традиционной русской техникой кистевой росписи по дереву.

ВНИМАНИЕ: Программа рассчитана на взрослых. Необходима регистрация.

Начало регистрации: 26 марта.

This program is presented in Russian.

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.

Put on your pajamas, grab a bedtime buddy, and join us for stories, songs and fun. For children 6 years and younger with adult. 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.

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

Các lớp tiếng Anh miễn phí

ESOL
GED
Basic Literacy
Work in small groups with a tutor to learn English, prepare for the GED, and improve your reading skills.

For more information, email mcl.adult.literacy@multcolib.org or call 503.577.9984.

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.

Trae tus fabulosas habilidades de construcción con Legos a la biblioteca de Troutdale y deja volar tu imaginación.

Se proveerán los legos y materiales.

Para niños y niñas de edad escolar. Hermanos pequeños y mayores bienvenidos.

Do you love anime? Are you a teen in grades 6-12? If so, join our club! We meet to discuss our favorite series, watch anime and eat yummy snacks. We can talk about mangas, do anime crafts, and design anime-themed materials as well!  

Put on your pajamas, grab a bedtime buddy, and join us for stories, songs and fun. For children 6 years and younger with adult.

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.

Children ages birth to 6 along with their families and friends are welcome to enjoy Native culture through singing, movement, crafts, and stories. Everyone is welcome! Presented by Native library staff. 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. 

Put on your pajamas, grab a bedtime buddy, and join us for stories, songs and fun. For children 6 years and younger with adult.

Attendance is limited and free tickets are available 15 minutes before storytime. Please note: There will be no storytime on March 4th or March 11th.