The library’s Vietnamese team
Multnomah County Library offers library services in Vietnamese, Chinese, Russian and Spanish. The library’s Vietnamese team helps patrons find materials and library services in Vietnamese.
Library Advisory Board
The Library Advisory Board is an advisory body made up of community members impacted by Multnomah County Library services and resources. This group is charged with advising the library on policies and its annual budget, and also serves as the library’s Community Budget Advisory Committee (CBAC).
Updated: Central Library will close March 11 for major improvements; new temporary tech space to open during closure
New meeting space, renovated restrooms, additional charging outlets, carpet, paint, furniture, automation, and more planned for historic library
Product reviews from trusted sources: Consumer Reports and beyond
Making decisions about which product to buy can be difficult. Reviews on online shopping sites can be helpful, but sometimes you need an unbiased source. Consumer Reports is known for its objective, thorough reviews of products and services. They accept no advertising and are known for editorial integrity.
April is National Poetry Month, and here's a list of poetry from Oregonians for your To Be Read Pile: enjoy them the whole year long.
Hip-hop turns 50 in August. On Aug. 11, 1973, Clive Campbell, also known as DJ Kool Herc, played at a New York City block party and was credited with starting the music genre.
1977年美国政府宣布每年五月为 "亚裔美国人、夏威夷原住民及太平洋岛民(AANHPI) 传统月"。 本书单展示着我们多元的文化、独特的经历，和不同的才华。
1977年美国政府宣布每年五月为 "亚裔美国人、夏威夷原住民及太平洋岛民(AANHPI) 传统月"。 本书单展示着我们多元的文化、独特的经历，和不同的才华。
Explore the Matriarch Exhibition at Central Library
Come to Central Library and explore the Collins Gallery exhibition, "Matriarch," located on the third floor.
Activities for your 'read a classic' activity as you play Read 4 Life 2020, the library's adult summer reading game.
Suggestions for books to make you laugh as you play Read 4 Life, the library's adult summer reading game.
November 20 is Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR), honoring the memory of transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence.
Fantasy for adults and older teens based on or inspired by traditional stories, folklore, and myths from around the world.
Expanded Midland Library
Adding 6,000 square feet (scheduled to be complete fall 2024)
Protect yourself online
Many of our everyday activities, like school, work, doctor’s visits and banking are now online. This can make personal information vulnerable to cybercriminals. Learn more about how to protect yourself online.
Established in 2018, Prose Before Bros is a social book club for Women of Color (WOC) in Portland, Oregon. PBB is a community that provides a safe space for WOC to exist without explanation.
Native American, First Nations, and other Indigenous fiction and nonfiction from Indigenous authors.
We asked library staff who read a lot of manga to share their favorite series.
Join Tween Council at the library!
Multnomah County Library’s Tween Council provides youth ages 9-12 the opportunity to advise the library on services for tweens. Youth can socialize with peers and earn volunteer credit at the same time!
Welcome to your new Multnomah County Library website
Multnomah County Library has updated its website with new features and content. This website was a collaborative effort with input from library staff, patrons and community members.
Printing
Mobile, wireless printing is available at all public library locations. Printing is free.