Family Storytime
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 available on a first come, first served basis.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
Family Storytime
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 available on a first come, first served basis.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
Family Storytime
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 available on a first come, first served basis.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
Origami Toys
Make origami models that are fun not only to fold but also to play with! Featured models may include jumping frogs, pecking crow, ninja star, spinner, paper balloon and/or possibly others. With instructor Yuki Martin. First come, first serve.
Graphic Novel Club grades 2-3
Kids in grades 2-3 and their favorite adults are invited to talk about graphic novels and eat snacks! Every meeting includes a short activity related to this month's book. A limited number of books are available for pick up at the library.
Graphic Novel Club grades 2-3
Kids in grades 2-3 and their favorite adults are invited to talk about graphic novels and eat snacks! Every meeting includes a short activity related to this month's book. A limited number of books are available for pick up at the library.
Graphic Novel Club grades 2-3
Kids in grades 2-3 and their favorite adults are invited to talk about graphic novels and eat snacks! Every meeting includes a short activity related to this month's book. A limited number of books are available for pick up at the library.
Makerspace drop-in for all ages
What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more. Space is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Children in fifth grade or under must be accompanied by an attentive adult or teen.
To attend this program, you need to have basic computer skills and know how to use a computer with a mouse. If you are new to computers, entry-level computer classes and one-on-one assistance are available at the library.
Makerspace drop-in for adults
What will you create? Bring your ideas, inventions, and projects to share or to get help on. Space is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To attend this program, you need to have basic computer skills and know how to use a computer with a mouse. If you are new to computers, entry-level computer classes and one-on-one assistance are available at the library.
Makerspace drop-in for adults
What will you create? Bring your ideas, inventions, and projects to share or to get help on. Space is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To attend this program, you need to have basic computer skills and know how to use a computer with a mouse. If you are new to computers, entry-level computer classes and one-on-one assistance are available at the library.
手工折纸, 从废纸中创造新事物!
从废纸中创造新事物!
用旧书本的纸,制作很酷的折纸。Yuki Martin向大家展示怎样让回收的书页获得第二次生命!
Financial resources for your home
For information about programs that assist in buying, repairing a home or paying bills in an emergency, the resources below may be helpful. These agencies have financial help for specific purposes. Note that most of these programs have restrictions, and not everyone will qualify.
Library Bond Oversight Committee
On November 3, 2020, Multnomah County voters overwhelmingly said yes to libraries, approving Measure 26-211 to expand and modernize library spaces. With the passage of the library bond, voters also approved forming an oversight committee to keep the library accountable and transparent in its use of bond funds.
Community resources for small businesses
Explore a range of helpful resources available in the community, made to support small businesses like yours. These resources provide advising, education and financial support.
Gresham Library
Rainbow Family Storytime
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 identity-supporting environment.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
Rainbow Family Storytime
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 identity-supporting environment.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
Creature Teachers!
Explore the weird and wonderful world of animals! Join Creature Teachers and learn about the animal kingdom! After learning a few super cool facts, kids can meet our scaly, feathery and furry friends!
AANHPI: Thủ công làm xe đạp / Making a Bike Toy
First come first serve/Đến trước tham gia trước, không phải ghi danh. May is National Bike Month, come to Rockwood Library and make a mini bike using old CDs and craft materials around the house. Tháng Năm là tháng Đi Xe Đạp Toàn quốc, cùng tham gia giờ thủ công tại thư viện Rockwood, tạo chiếc xe đạp nhỏ bằng đĩa CD và vài vật liệu quanh nhà. 12:00-1:30 giờ trưa
BIRD OUT! with Nature Nerd Expeditions
Bird watching is a wonderful way to exercise, explore nature, and make new friends. Kids will learn from a local expert birder and educator about the basics of birding, including how to I.D. local species, how to use binoculars, and how to stay safe when out in nature. You'll have the chance to make your own binoculars and use them in a nearby park to start your own birding adventure!
BIRD OUT! with Nature Nerd Expeditions
Bird watching is a wonderful way to exercise, explore nature, and make new friends. Kids will learn from a local expert birder and educator about the basics of birding, including how to I.D. local species, how to use binoculars, and how to stay safe when out in nature. You'll have the chance to make your own binoculars and use them in a nearby park to start your own birding adventure!
Family Craft Time
Parent and caregivers and invited to get creative with their children during Family Craft Time. We will use colorful tissue paper to make a beautiful picture frame. Add a photo, and it makes a great gift! Children can create with assistance from their parents and caregivers or work independently alongside them. For grades K-5.
Learn about Google Sheets with Goodwill Industries
Build spreadsheet skills with the cloud-based, free software Google Sheets. This class, friendly to beginners with Google Accounts, allows an alternative to the Microsoft Excel class, while teaching many of the same skills. In this class, students become familiar with the user experience using Google Sheets, learn how to format cells, perform functions, and create graphs and tables.
Google Sheets Class Objectives:
- Learn how to access Google Sheets.
- Get started with an overview of available tools and functions.
- Learn how to make and edit charts.
- Understand how to use formula functions, like SUM and AVERAGE.
- Recognize ways to use formulas and autofill.
Presented by volunteers from Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette.
Learn about Google Docs with Goodwill Industries
Explore the potential of the free word processing software—Google Docs. This class (which requires students have a Google Account) introduces students to the formatting of Google Docs and allows students to explore the system of drop-down menus to format, create, and insert objects into a document. Unique to this class, which is in a Cloud based software environment, instruction demonstrates the downloading, uploading, and sharing of Doc files.
Google Docs Class Objectives:
- Learn how to access Google Docs.
- Understand the basic layout of Google Docs.
- Explore the drop-down menu system.
- Discover how to upload and download docs.
- Review how to share docs.
Presented by volunteers from Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette.