Teens

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

Events

Jul 11

Drop-in Violin Lessons

Fri Jul 11
11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Midland Library

Learn to play the violin in a welcoming, drop-in environment! Open to ages 8 and up, this program lets you explore the instrument with guidance from a dedicated instructor.

Jul 11

Summer Lunches 2025

Fri Jul 11
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
Midland Library

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy free summer lunch at Midland Library. No reservations/sign-ups required. Lunch is served cold and will be served indoors.

Jul 11

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Fri Jul 11
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Midland Library

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.

Jul 11

Read to the Dogs

Fri Jul 11
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
North Portland Library

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

Jul 11

Teen Game Night

Fri Jul 11
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Midland Library

Come to the Library and play some fun games like Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, Overcooked, board games, card games, and more! For grades 6 through 12.

Jul 11

Teen / Tween Craft Club

Fri Jul 11
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Midland Library

Tweens and teens are invited to get crafty! Come hang out with us and use your creative skills. All materials and supplies will be provided.

Jul 11

Teen Council

Fri Jul 11
4:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Holgate Library

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!

Jul 12

Central Library Tour

Sat Jul 12
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Central Library

Central Library, beloved by the community since 1913, is now open with modern enhancements for you to enjoy!

Jul 12

Pride: Crafting with Pride

Sat Jul 12
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Midland Library

Celebrate community with Midland library staff and get ready for Portland's Pride Parade! Express yourself with DIY swag items- buttons, bags and more.

Jul 12

Animation Workshop with Quandre

Sat Jul 12
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
North Portland Library

Come learn animation with visual and musical artist Quandre using Procreate Dream. Learn the fundamentals of animation and bring your artwork to life.

Jul 13

DJ Skills For Beginners

Sun Jul 13
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Midland Library

Step into the world of beats, rhythms, and melodies as you learn what it means to be a DJ. This program offers an immersive and hands-on introduction to the craft of DJing.

Jul 13

Animation Workshop with Quandre

Sun Jul 13
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
North Portland Library

Come learn animation with visual and musical artist Quandre using Procreate Dream. Learn the fundamentals of animation and bring your artwork to life.

Jul 14

Summer Lunches 2025

Mon Jul 14
12:15 PM - 1:00 PM
Midland Library

Children ages 1-18 are invited to enjoy free summer lunch at Midland Library. No reservations/sign-ups required. Lunch is served cold and will be served indoors.