Kids

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Books, events and other fun stuff at the library
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Everybody Reads 2026: Lovely One for young readers

Everybody Reads 2026 celebrates Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson’s memoir titled "Lovely One". This book covers her journey to becoming the first Black woman to be appointed as a Supreme Court justice! She shares stories of her family’s heritage, experiences in segregation, learning to channel her voice, and the triumphs and challenges of her career.

Everybody Reads 2026: a lovely legacy for children - memoirs and biographies of Black women in law

Children can also be part of Everybody Reads, a community reading event, and explore the themes of Black excellence, community, the power of representation, and Black history through the lives of Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson and other Black female lawyers, representatives, and a Vice President.

Kids and family events

Feb 6

Preschool Sensory Storytime

Fri Feb 6
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Библиотека Midland

This preschool storytime is especially welcoming for children ages 3-5 and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience. 

Feb 6

Read to the Dogs

Fri Feb 6
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Библиотека North Portland

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog.

Feb 6

Pokemon Club

Fri Feb 6
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Библиотека Kenton

Are you a Pokémon card fan? If so, join us for some Pokémon free-play! For kids new to Pokémon and experts alike, focusing on cards and Pokémon TCG.

Feb 6

Black Family Playtime

Fri Feb 6
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Библиотека Midland

Play and learning go hand in hand.

Feb 6

Read to the Dogs

Fri Feb 6
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Библиотека Woodstock

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog.

Feb 7

Toddler Storytime

Sat Feb 7
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Библиотека Midland

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 befor

Feb 7

Family Storytime

Sat Feb 7
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Библиотека Holgate

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 free tickets are

Feb 7

Music and Dance

Sat Feb 7
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Библиотека Capitol Hill

Enjoy songs, rhymes, rhythm and dance in this active program for children ages 0 to 6 and their parents or caregivers. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

Feb 7

Rainbow Family Storytime

Sat Feb 7
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Библиотека Albina

Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books highlighting LGBTQ+ families, along with songs, rhymes and movement activities building language, literacy, and community in an iden

Feb 7

Family Storytime

Sat Feb 7
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Библиотека Woodstock

Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and literacy skills.

Feb 7

Family Storytime with Playtime

Sat Feb 7
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Библиотека North Portland

Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and literacy skills. 

Feb 7

Black History Month: Rainbow Family Storytime + Guest!

Sat Feb 7
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Библиотека Northwest

This special Black History Month edition of Rainbow Storytime features Poison Waters, sharing Black and queer joy with drag and overall fabulousness!

Feb 7

Central Library Tour

Sat Feb 7
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Библиотека Central

Central Library, beloved by the community since 1913, is now open with modern enhancements for you to enjoy!  

Feb 7

Lego Club

Sat Feb 7
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Библиотека Central

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.

Feb 7

Hora de Cuentos

Sat Feb 7
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Библиотека Gregory Heights

¡Vengan a disfrutar y divertirse en este programa interactivo para niños de 0 a 6 años!

Feb 7

Hora de Cuentos

Sat Feb 7
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Библиотека Woodstock

¡Vengan a disfrutar y divertirse en este programa interactivo para niños de 0 a 6 años!

Feb 7

Music and Dance / Música y Baile Storytime

Sat Feb 7
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Библиотека Fairview-Columbia

Families with children 0-6, you’re invited for an active half-hour of singing, dancing, and stories in English and Spanish.

Feb 7

Giờ Đọc Sách Song Ngữ/Bilingual Family Storytime

Sat Feb 7
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Библиотека Midland

Trẻ em từ 0-6 tuổi (đi kèm với người lớn) sẽ cùng nhau đọc sách, ca hát, và vui chơi với những hoạt động giúp các em phát triển kỹ năng ngôn ngữ và đọc viết.

Feb 7

Black History Month: Rainbow Family Storytime + Guests!

Sat Feb 7
11:15 AM - 12:15 PM
Библиотека Gresham

This special Black History Month edition of Rainbow Storytime features Lady Berri and friends, sharing Black and queer joy with drag and overall fabulousness!

Feb 7

Rainbow Family Storytime

Sat Feb 7
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Библиотека Holgate

Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books highlighting LGBTQ+ families, along with songs, rhymes and movement activities building language, literacy, and community in an iden

Feb 7

Black Family Storytime

Sat Feb 7
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Библиотека Albina

The African and African American experience comes alive for children from birth to age 6 (with their favorite adult/family members).

Feb 7

Kid's Valentine's Day Card Making

This event has been canceled
Sat Feb 7
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Библиотека Rockwood

Please join us at the Rockwood library for a family fun craft program creating greeting cards for Valentine's Day! All supplies will be provided by the library.

 

Feb 7

Family Maker Time

Sat Feb 7
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Библиотека Rockwood

Space is limited. Every participant (child, teen, or adult) must sign up in advance to reserve a spot. Registration opens three weeks in advance.