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Apr 2

Read to the Dogs

Tue Apr 2
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®. Call 503.988.5123 to register.

Apr 2

STEAM Themed Teen Dream Drop-In

Tue Apr 2
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Gresham Library

Teens grades 6 through 12 are welcome to join teen librarian Chloë for an afternoon of creative exploration in the large conference room at Gresham. The Rockwood makerspace will be bringing a small collection of creative tools — make a vinyl sticker, sew a pillow, play with electronics. It’s your choice!

Apr 2

Poetry for Teens Part 1: Handmade Poetry Journal

Tue Apr 2
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Kenton Library

Create a beautiful hand-sewn book, perfect for a journal, poetry or sketches. Work with beautiful papers and threads; gain experience with books arts tools and embellish your book with found objects and trinkets and treasures. Join us for Kenton's "Poetry for Teens Part 2" on April 16th!

Apr 2

Earn-a-Bike Repair Workshop

Tue Apr 2
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Rockwood Library

Gain hands-on experience by repairing a bike provided by Bike Works by p:ear. Bike mechanics will guide you through some basic bike repairs on a BMX bike. By the end of the two-day workshop, students will take home their newly repaired BMX bike. Please plan to attend both dates. Grades 6-12.

Apr 2

Resume Review Drop-in

Tue Apr 2
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.

Apr 2

Introduction to Microsoft Word and Google Docs

Tue Apr 2
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Online

Word processing programs allow you to write text and easily make changes and edit. You can add images, create different layouts, and so much more. If you are just beginning or returning to using computers, this course is a welcoming starting point to using Microsoft Word and/or GoogleDocs.

Attendees will:

Apr 2

Pajama Storytime

Tue Apr 2
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.

Apr 3

Job Coaching from St. Johns Center for Opportunity

Wed Apr 3
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
St. Johns Library

Meet one-on-one with a job coach from the St. Johns Center for Opportunity. Services include career counseling, resume help, interview prep, job referrals/placements, and connections to trainings. 
 
No need to register. Drop in for first come, first served help.

Apr 3

Tutoría de GED / GED Tutoring

Wed Apr 3
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Rockwood Library

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.

Apr 3

Tiny Tots

Wed Apr 3
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Gregory Heights Library

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.

Apr 3

Book Babies

Wed Apr 3
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Capitol Hill Library

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.

Apr 3

Tiny Tots

Wed Apr 3
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Sellwood-Moreland Library

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.

Apr 3

Family Storytime

Wed Apr 3
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Rockwood Library

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.
 

Apr 3

Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe para Bebés - Bilingual Book Babies

Wed Apr 3
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Troutdale Library

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. 

Apr 3

Toddler Storytime

Wed Apr 3
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Sellwood-Moreland 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.

Apr 3

Toddler Storytime

Wed Apr 3
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Gregory Heights 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.

Apr 3

Tiny Tots

Wed Apr 3
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Capitol Hill Library

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.

Apr 3

Silly Storytime for Families

Wed Apr 3
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
MCL at UO pop-up

Children of all ages are invited to this series of silly, goofy, wacky Storytimes filled with songs, crafts, and stories! Come with your clothes on backwards or with your best kooky hair, however you want to show up is more than welcome.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

Attendance is limited to first come, first served. 

Apr 3

City of Portland Employment Information Session

Wed Apr 3
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Hollywood Library

Meet Employment Representatives from the City of Portland to learn about available jobs and the hiring process. 
 
 
No need to register, drop in any time during the session to get information and have your questions answered. 

Apr 3

Makerspace drop-in for teens

Wed Apr 3
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.