Educator library cards
Teachers, families who homeschool and other educators in the community can get library cards with extra holds, no late fines and more.
Suggest a purchase
Is there a book, movie, CD or magazine that you want the library to buy for the collection? Your suggestions help us keep the collections relevant to our community.
Get a library card
How to use Northstar Online Learning
Learn how to use Northstar Online Learning for online tutorials and assessments on Basic Computer Skills, Internet Email, Windows and more.
My Librarian picks for kids
Library lockers
Contactless holds pickup 24/7 at Holgate, Rockwood and Woodstock libraries. Pick up your holds when it’s convenient for you at self-service lockers.
VRI (Video Remote Interpretation)
Virtual Remote Interpretation (VRI) is a service that allows deaf patrons who use American Sign Language (ASL) access to remote interpretation. The library has live video sign language interpretation at Central, Gresham, Hillsdale and Rockwood libraries.
Accessible computer options
All library locations include accessible computer stations including Jaws and ZoomText. Lapboards, large trackball mice and large keyboards can be requested from a staff person.
All accessible services
My Discovery Pass
My Discovery Pass is a partnership between Multnomah County Library and other local organizations to offer free educational and cultural experiences to Multnomah County Library cardholders.
Homebound services
Services for patrons who cannot make it into the library
Microfilm readers
When doing historical or genealogy research, you might find that the document you need is only on microfilm or another microformat.
Languages at the Library
The library serves community members coming from many cultures and countries. Dedicated bilingual library staff bring language and cultural expertise in Chinese, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese to the following services:
Using Cell-Ed
Learn English, basic skills and more on your phone with Cell-Ed. All you need is a cell phone (basic or smart), but you can also connect with a tablet or computer that has internet access.