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

Transgender Awareness & Remembrance: nonfiction for teens

Nonfiction books from the teen collection for Transgender Awareness Week (November 13-19, 2025) and Transgender Day of Remembrance (November 20). Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) honors the memory of transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. The week before TDOR, people and organizations around the country participate in Transgender Awareness Week to help raise visibility for transgender people.

Events

Nov 15

NAHM: Basic Brick Stitch Beaded Earrings

Sun Nov 15
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Capitol Hill Library

Learn how to create brick stitch & fringe style beaded earrings using seed beads, thread and a beading needle.

Nov 15

Soulful Sundays and Albina: Bingo Night

This event has been canceled
Sun Nov 15
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Albina Library

Come play Bingo with the Black Cultural Library Advocates (BCLA) Team at Albina Library! Happening every 3rd Sunday of the month through November!

Nov 16

Mahjong at the Library

Mon Nov 16
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Troutdale Library

Come play American Mahjong at the library and connect with community! Experienced players welcome are invited to join our fun and friendly group.

Nov 16

Introducción al corte con láser con el Glowforge

Mon Nov 16
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Albina Library

¡Aprendan a diseñar un llavero de acrílico con la aplicación web Glowforge, preparen su proyecto para producción y envíen su creación a la cortadora láser!

Nov 16

Cultura y Creatividad en el Makerspace

Mon Nov 16
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Rockwood Library

¡Trae tus ideas y hazlas realidad !Únete a nosotros en el taller creativo Makerspace de la Biblioteca de Rockwood para crear proyectos, aprender nuevas habilidades y conectarte con tu comunidad

Nov 17

East County Library Tour

Tue Nov 17
12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
East County Library

East County Library is now open for you to enjoy!

Join us for a 45 minute walking tour through the building. We will meet near the Central stair. Registration required.

Nov 17

A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group

Tue Nov 17
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Gregory Heights Library

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced knitter, come join the fun as we learn together. All experience levels and ages welcome. Please bring your own supplies.

Nov 17

Keyboard Lessons

Tue Nov 17
2:30 PM - 5:05 PM
Midland Library

Learn to play the keyboard (piano) in a welcoming environment!

Nov 17

Read to the Dogs

Tue Nov 17
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Albina Library

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. For kids and teens. Appointments are on a first come, first served basis.

Nov 17

NAHM: Beginner Beaded Earrings

Tue Nov 17
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
North Portland Library

Learn beadwork basics with Natalie Mitchell! Practice foundational stitching techniques while exploring color balance and simple design principles.

Nov 17

K-12 Virtual Tutoring / Tutoría Virtual

Tue Nov 17
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Online

Virtual Tutoring is for Multnomah County students in grades K-12 who need support in language arts, math, science or social studies. 

Nov 17

Fiber Friends: Beginning Crochet Class for Tweens & Teens

Tue Nov 17
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Midland Library

Tweens and teens are invited to learn to crochet! Make a small craft while learning about basic stitches, terminology, how to pick a needle and more. All materials and supplies are provided.

Nov 17

Queer Youth Club

Tue Nov 17
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Albina Library

A safe place where ALL are welcome to be themselves. Find support, eat snacks, get creative, discuss favorite books, and more! Bring a friend, or make a new one. For grades 5-8.

Nov 17

Read to the Dogs

Tue Nov 17
4:45 PM - 5:45 PM
Gregory Heights Library

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to Dobin, a therapy dog. For kids and teens. Call 503.988.5123 to register.

Nov 17

Cooking History: Black Eyed Peas

Tue Nov 17
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Gregory Heights Library

Stones, Bones and Blacked-Eyed Peas presents: The historical and cultural significance of black eyed peas.

Nov 17

Music Discovery

Tue Nov 17
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Midland Library

Use library equipment for learning about digital and analog music creation! Whether you come for Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) or ukuleles, you're welcome here!

Nov 17

Creative Learning: Glowforge Laser Cutter

Tue Nov 17
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Albina Library

Use a Glowforge laser cutter to engrave and cut designs out of acrylic or wood, with assistance from staff and volunteers. No experience needed!

Nov 17

Knotty Knitters / Crafty Crocheters

Tue Nov 17
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Midland Library

Do you have knitting and/or crocheting projects that you’d love to get finished? Or new ones you want to start?

Nov 17

Gaming: Unplugged

Tue Nov 17
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
East County Library

Put down the screens and play some games the old fashioned way. Grades 6-12.

Nov 17

Gaming & Crafting for Teens

Tue Nov 17
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Troutdale Library

Kick back with your friends, get creative, or just chill. We've got comfy spots, board games, art supplies, and plenty of video games. It's the perfect spot to hang out and meet new people.

Nov 17

Family Maker Time

Tue Nov 17
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Rockwood Library

Every participant (child, teen, or adult) must sign up in advance to reserve a spot. No library card required. All materials are provided.

Nov 17

Comics & Crafts Club for grades 6-8

Tue Nov 17
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Fairview-Columbia Library

Tweens and teens in 6th, 7th and 8th grade, you are invited to talk about graphic novels, craft and eat snacks! All supplies provided and it’s FREE!