Teens

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Get involved at your neighborhood library! Councils meet twice monthly and work with library staff to improve services. Members earn volunteer hours. Middle and high school students can join teen council; younger youth (ages 9-12) can join tween council.

Teen lists

Everybody Reads 2026: Lovely One by Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson

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

Events

Jan 12

Felted Narwhals for Tweens and Teens

Mon Jan 12
4:00 PM - 5:45 PM
Библиотека Gresham

Learn to felt a sea unicorn! In this beginner level class, LeBrie will teach you how to felt a friendly narwhal. All levels welcome, all materials provided. Let’s craft together!

Jan 13

A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group

Tue Jan 13
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Библиотека Gregory Heights

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.

Jan 13

Read to the Dogs

Tue Jan 13
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Библиотека Capitol Hill

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

Jan 13

K-12 Virtual Tutoring / Tutoría Virtual

Tue Jan 13
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Online

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

Jan 13

Teen Tech Club

Tue Jan 13
4:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Библиотека Midland

Are you a teen who would like to play with technology you might not have at home? Come explore creativity software on various Apple devices: MacBooks, iPads, and iPhones.

Jan 13

Queer Youth Club

Tue Jan 13
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Библиотека Albina

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.

Jan 13

Family Maker Time

Tue Jan 13
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Библиотека Rockwood

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Rockwood Library makerspace to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people.

Jan 13

Teen Council

This event has been canceled
Tue Jan 13
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Библиотека Gresham

Join us for teen council. It’s a fun way to make new friends, earn volunteer hours by helping your library and your community — AND get free snacks!

Jan 13

Let's Make a Zine! with Outlet PDX

Tue Jan 13
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Библиотека Holgate

Dive into all things zine with Outlet PDX! In this workshop we’ll explore the history and different types of zines.

Jan 13

Everybody Reads: I Have a Dream Paint Workshop

Tue Jan 13
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Библиотека Gresham

Justice Jackson's memoir describes how her achievement was made possible by Black people who paved the way with their work and their lives. Celebrate Dr.

Jan 13

Knotty Knitters / Crafty Crocheters

Tue Jan 13
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Библиотека Midland

Do you have knitting and/or crocheting projects that you’d love to get finished? Or new ones you want to start? Please join us on the first and third Tuesdays of the month for yarn work and fun!

Jan 13

Read to the Dogs

Tue Jan 13
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Библиотека Holgate

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. For kids and teens. Call 503.988.5123 to register.

Jan 13

Cakepops con Nanci / Cakepops with Nanci

Tue Jan 13
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Библиотека Albina

¡Únete a Nanci Carrera de Rubiela's Jelly para aprender a preparar, bañar y decorar tus propios cakepops de temporada!

Jan 13

Comics & Crafts Club for 6-8th grade

Tue Jan 13
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Библиотека Fairview-Columbia

Tweens and teens in 6th, 7th and 8th grade, you are invited to talk about graphic novels, craft and eat snacks! All supplies provided and it’s FREE!  

Jan 13

Sistahs4Life Soulful Line Dancing

Tue Jan 13
6:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Библиотека Albina

Get active, get healthy, get fit — all while line dancing, exercising and having fun! Line dance: Move to the beat, feel the energy, and get your steps in without even realizing it!

Jan 13

Family Maker Time

Tue Jan 13
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Библиотека Rockwood

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Rockwood Library makerspace to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people.

Jan 14

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Wed Jan 14
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Библиотека Rockwood

Calling all teens in grades 6-12! Come make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people in this teen-focused creative space.

Jan 14

Creative Learning: Intro to 3D Printing

Wed Jan 14
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Библиотека Albina

Learn about how a Bambu 3D printer works, prepare your first print, then start experimenting with 3D modeling. All materials will be provided.

Jan 14

Read to the Dogs

Wed Jan 14
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Библиотека Sellwood-Moreland

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

Jan 14

Teen Council

Wed Jan 14
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Библиотека Kenton

Join us for teen council. It’s a fun way to make new friends, earn volunteer hours by helping your library and your community — AND get free snacks!

Jan 14

Sistahs4Life Soulful Line Dancing

Wed Jan 14
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Библиотека North Portland

Get active, get healthy, get fit — all while line dancing, exercising and having fun! Line dance: Move to the beat, feel the energy, and get your steps in without even realizing it!

Jan 15

Showers and Hygiene Resources

Thu Jan 15
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Библиотека Midland

Cultivate Initiatives will be in the Midland parking lot offering free hot showers and other resources, including (while supplies last) clothing and hygiene products.

Jan 15

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Thu Jan 15
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Библиотека Rockwood

Calling all teens in grades 6-12! Come make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people in this teen-focused creative space.