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May 13

Lego Club

Mon May 13
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
St. Johns Library

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.

May 13

Tutoring for Adults

Mon May 13
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Kenton Library

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.

May 13

Tutoring for Adults

Mon May 13
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Kenton Library

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.

May 13

Книжный клуб для детей

Mon May 13
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Rockwood Library

Занятия в клубе и совместное чтение со сверстниками помогут сохранить и улучшить знание русского языка. Хорошо подобранные книги заинтересуют ваших детей и помогут полюбить чтение. Занятия проводятся в веселой и непринужденной атмосфере. Приглашаются дети 5-8 лет умеющие читать. Без регистрации.

May 13

English Class

Mon May 13
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Gregory Heights Library

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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May 14

"Shakespeare’s First Folio: 1623–2023" Collins Gallery

Tue May 14
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Central Library

This exhibition celebrates the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s First Folio, the earliest collection of his dramatic work. Without the book’s publication in 1623, nearly half of Shakespeare’s plays would have been lost, including Julius Caesar, Macbeth, Twelfth Night, and The Tempest. The show highlights Shakespeare’s legacy in the education and entertainment of young people, in film, and in popular culture.

May 14

Tiny Tots Playtime (ages 1-2 years)

Tue May 14
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hollywood Library

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."

May 14

Birth to 3 Storytime Online

Tue May 14
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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.

May 14

Toddler Storytime

Tue May 14
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Gresham Library

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.

May 14

Tech Help Drop-in

Tue May 14
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Woodstock Library

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.

May 14

Toddler Storytime

Tue May 14
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
St. Johns Library

Toddlers (with a favorite adult) enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language 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.

May 14

Makerspace drop-in for teens

Tue May 14
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Rockwood Library

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.

May 14

Preschool Sensory Storytime Online

Tue May 14
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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.

May 14

K-12 Virtual Tutoring / Tutoría Virtual

Tue May 14
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Online

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.

May 14

Read to the Dogs

Tue May 14
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Hollywood 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®. Call 503.988.5123 to register.

May 14

Graphic Novel Club grades 4-5

Tue May 14
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Gresham Library

Kids in grades 4-5 are invited to talk about the monthly graphic novel and eat snacks! Every meeting includes a short activity related to that month's book. A limited number of books are available for pick up at the library in advance.

May 14

Tween Council

Tue May 14
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Kenton Library

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 aged 9-12.

May 14

Resume Review Drop-in

Tue May 14
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Woodstock Library

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.

May 14

Pajama Storytime

Tue May 14
6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
Capitol Hill Library

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.

May 15

"Shakespeare’s First Folio: 1623–2023" Collins Gallery

Wed May 15
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Central Library

This exhibition celebrates the 400th anniversary of Shakespeare’s First Folio, the earliest collection of his dramatic work. Without the book’s publication in 1623, nearly half of Shakespeare’s plays would have been lost, including Julius Caesar, Macbeth, Twelfth Night, and The Tempest. The show highlights Shakespeare’s legacy in the education and entertainment of young people, in film, and in popular culture.