Ebooks and Audiobooks at the Library
Did you know that Multnomah County Library offers an extensive digital collection of e-books, comics, audiobooks, magazines, music, and more? Access and download the library on your mobile device.
In this class, we will explore the following:
- Effortlessly search for and borrow digital materials from Multnomah County Library
- Download content on your smartphone, tablet, computer or eReader
- Learn how to customize reading and audio settings
Every Child A Reader
Every Child A Reader builds on the American Library Association's Every Child Ready to Read® @ your library® initiative. This program helps families prepare their children to read by doing five daily practices: reading, talking, singing, writing and playing.
School Corps
The library’s School Corps staff help students in grades K-12 succeed in school and improve their reading by facilitating access to library materials and showing students how to use public library resources.
Friends Library Store at Central
Store hours are noon - 5pm, Wednesday - Friday.
School Corps booklists
School Corps creates lists of library materials for Multnomah County educators. Our most popular booklists for various grade levels are listed here.
Everybody Reads 2024 Title Announcement
"Tomorrow and Tomorrow and Tomorrow" selected for 2024 Everybody Reads program
Homeschooling
Find support for the education style and curriculum you choose for your child at the library.
Everybody Reads 2023 Title Announcement
Thursday, September 01, 2022
Read, reflect and learn together
Gale Health and Wellness
Reliable health information for people without medical training. Search for facts about diseases, drugs, or treatments in English and Spanish.
How to use Library Connect
Library Connect is like a regular library card, using a number you already have.
School Corps presentations
School Corps staff can visit your site and deliver presentations on a variety of library topics.
Educator's Reference Complete
Intended for professional educators and undergraduate and graduate students in the field of education. Find full-text periodicals covering a variety of disciplines and levels from preschool to college. Search for reports from the U.S. Department of Education and resources on educational specialties and issues related to administration, funding, and policies.
Día de los Niños: Celebrando en la Biblioteca de Gresham
Disfruten de danza con MexicaTiahui y exploren el maravilloso reino animal con Creature Teachers. Tendremos pintura de caritas y más actividades para toda la familia.
El Día de los Niños y Día de los Libros es posible en parte gracias a La Fundación de la Biblioteca.
Enjoy dance with MexicaTiahui and explore the wonderful world of animals with Creature Teachers. We will have face painting and more activities for the whole family.
Children’s Day and Book Day is made possible in part by gifts to The Library Foundation.
Día de los Niños: Celebrando en la Biblioteca de Midland
Disfruten de música alegre con Mariachi Woodburn y ballet folclórico con Estampa Mexicana. Tendremos pintura de caritas y más actividades para toda la familia.
El Día de los Niños y Día de los Libros es posible en parte gracias a La Fundación de la Biblioteca.
Enjoy cheerful music with Mariachi Woodburn and dance from Estampa Mexicana. We will have face painting and more activities for the whole family.
Children’s Day and Book Day is made possible in part by gifts to The Library Foundation.
Hispanic and Latiné Heritage Month
Celebrate Hispanic and Latiné Heritage at Multnomah County Library from September 15 to October 15. This cultural month honors the diversity of the Latin American community and its many contributions. Visit a library location to learn about events, book displays and activities.
Every Child A Reader presentation
Presentations on early child literacy.
5 hoạt động hàng đầu dành cho các bạn thiếu niên trong mùa Hè
Một năm học đã kết thúc và giờ là thời điểm tận hưởng mùa Hè tại Thư viện quận Multnomah. Bất kể bạn đã lập kế hoạch gì cho mùa Hè hay chưa, chắc chắn bạn sẽ tìm thấy hoạt động nào đó mà bạn có thể tham gia tại thư viện của mình.
HeritageQuest Online
A collection of materials for researching family histories, including census records and other primary sources.
New Operations Center
A new, efficient materials-handling facility
Woodstock Library history
The current Woodstock Library building of 7,500 sq. ft. opened in 2000, replacing a smaller library on the same site. The library building received numerous awards for its elegant and functional design, including a national honor from the American Institute of Architects and the American Library Association.
Giờ Kể Chuyện Chủ Đề Xe Đạp/Bike Storytime
Nhân dịp Kỷ niệm Tháng Xe đạp Quốc gia, mời gia đình tham gia giờ kể chuyện với những quyển sách, bài hát và hoạt động vui chơi xung quanh chủ đề về xe đạp. Sau giờ đọc sách các em sẽ được tặng một đèn gắn xe đạp nếu thư viện còn
Celebrate National Bike Month in this special storytime featuring books, songs, and activities with a bike theme! Free kids' bike lights for attendees while supplies last.
Được thực hiện nhờ tài trợ gửi đến The Library Foundation. Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
Mail-order house plan and design catalogs
Some houses are custom-designed by an architect, for a specific site. But most houses weren’t built that way. During the 20th century, many houses were built from plans that the owner or builder purchased from a catalog. Some houses came as “kits,” with plans and a complete set of building materials cut to size and ready to assemble.
Library Connect: Information for parents & educators
Library Connect provides free Multnomah County Library accounts for students using their student ID number as their library card. Library Connect accounts give access to physical and digital materials.
Multnomah County Library opens temporary space at University of Oregon campus in NE Portland
New location offers essential library services during construction closures
Temporary library services
While some library locations are closed for construction, Multnomah County Library will be providing temporary services throughout the community. Check back here for updated information. For information about closed libraries please visit our construction closures page.