Tutoring for Adults
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.
Программа “Сказочный мир!” / Wondrous World
Познавательное развитие через увлекательное обучение с Сауле Миллер. Программа для детей дошкольного и младшего школьного возраста и их родителей. Сопровождение взрослых обязательно. Без регистрации.
Program conducted in Russian.
Cuentos en Pijama / Pajama Storytime
Acompáñenos en una hora de cuentos bilingüe con cuentos, canciones, baile y manualidades en inglés y español. Para familias con pequeños de 0 a 6 años. ¡Los invitamos a que traigan su pijama puesta y un peluche!
Apoyado por donaciones a La Fundación de la Biblioteca.
Birth to 3 Storytime Online
Join us online for a storytime filled with fun, interactive songs, rhymes, bounces and stories especially for babies & toddlers ages 0-2 and their favorite adults. Learn early literacy and child development tips to help build your child's emerging language skills.
Tiny Tots Playtime (ages 1-2 years)
Play and learning go hand in hand. While our storytimes are on break, join other families for a fun playtime (for ages 1-2) with books, toys, music, and all the room you need to learn through play. As Mr. Rogers said, "... for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood."
Tiny Tots
One-year-olds (with a favorite adult) enjoy songs, movement activities, rhymes, books and playtime. This action-packed program engages new walkers in language-based activities.
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.
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.
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.
Preschool Sensory Storytime Online
This preschool storytime is especially welcoming for children and families who are looking for a more adaptive virtual storytime experience.
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.
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.
K-12 Virtual Tutoring / Tutoría Virtual
Virtual Tutoring is for 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.
Slime Magic for Teens
Who doesn't love slime?! Kids and their caregivers will get weird and wacky as they learn about this delightful chemistry.
Participants will create their own customized ooey-gooey potions to take home.
Pajama Storytime
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 available on a first come, first served basis.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
Tutoría de GED / GED Tutoring
Venga a estudiar uno-a-uno con un tutor. Se proveerán libros y materiales.
Prepárese para el GED: matemáticas, artes del lenguaje, ciencias y estudios sociales.
Para obtener más información, llame al 503.314.9441
Ayuda de GED disponible tanto en inglés como en español.
Drop in to work one-on-one with a tutor. Books and materials are provided.
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe para Bebés - Bilingual Book Babies
Acompáñenos en esta serie de horas de cuentos bilingües para bebés de 0 a 12 meses. Tendremos canciones, rimas, y libros ilustrados divertidos seguidos de un tiempo especial para jugar y socializar.
Join us for a series of bilingual baby (0-12 months) storytimes. We’ll have fun, baby-approved songs, rhymes and short picture books. Followed by special time for play and socializing.
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.
Tiny Tots
One-year-olds (with a favorite adult) enjoy songs, movement activities, rhymes, books and playtime. This action-packed program engages new walkers in language-based activities.
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.
Tiny Tots
One-year-olds (with a favorite adult) enjoy songs, movement activities, rhymes, books and playtime. This action-packed program engages new walkers in language-based activities.
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.