Creative Learning: Glowforge Laser Cutter
Use a Glowforge laser cutter to engrave and cut designs out of acrylic or wood, with assistance from staff and volunteers. No experience needed! A selection of laser-safe materials will be available for you to use.
Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens February 25.
Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.
Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!
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. Makerspace staff and volunteers will teach you how to use our tech equipment to design things and express yourself. Project examples include 3D printers, craft cutters, sewing machines, custom t shirts and tote bags, tons of art supplies for painting, jewelry making, and more.
Read to the Dogs
Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. The dogs and handlers are from Alliance of Therapy Dogs, Dove Lewis Portland Area Canine Therapy Teams, Paws for Love, and Pet Partners®.
Portland Puzzlers
Join fellow puzzlers to tackle 1000-piece challenges! These pieces feature everything from surreal art to suspiciously smug-looking cats. Someone always misplaces a corner piece...until it magically reappears, that is. No rules, no pressure, and absolutely no gluing allowed.
This event is intended for patrons 16 years and older.
Albina Music Club
Albina Music Club is a convenient drop-in style program, making it easy to fit into your schedule.
When: Every Wednesday from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM
Quick Lesson: A brief and informative 15-20 minute lesson kicks off at 5:40 PM, providing valuable insights and tips.
Craft Your College Essay
Join this class to learn about writing an essay that will help get you into college. We'll review the latest common application of 2025-26. Come ready to pick a prompt, brainstorm up ideas, and start writing. Instructor Alex Gordin is a licensed PPS instructor with loads of writing experience to share.
Register today! Walk-ins welcome.
非物质文化遗产系列 - 新科技纸雕
纸雕，起源于中国汉代，为中国最古老的民间艺术之一；是以纸为创作素材，刻刀与剪刀为工具，经过画、雕刻、剪裁等一系列工序，做出具有美感的手工艺技术。
科技日新月异，我们将一起透过新式的自动切割机器，切割出我们想要的图案，再动手进行加工，转贴、转印至其他物件表面。
先到先得。
本活动由图书馆基金会赞助。图书馆基金会是非营利性质的在地机构，透过向图书馆捐赠的私募方式运作，致力于促进图书馆的领导、创新，以及影响力。
Introduction to Video Game Design
In this comprehensive program, participants will learn to create a playable game from scratch using the industry-standard Unity game engine. You will master Unity fundamentals, unlock the power of C# programming, develop your own 2D platformer, unleash your artistic side with character design, and compose your game's theme song.
Portland Community Stories (A Video Interview Workshop)
Do you have a story to share, or are you curious about the lives of those around you? Learn the essentials of video storytelling in this collaborative workshop. Over 6 weeks, participants will learn how to conduct compelling interviews, master basic filming techniques using simple equipment (like phones and external mics), and edit their footage into a polished, two-minute video highlight.
Personal Safety Workshop presented by City of Portland
Have concerns about your personal safety at home or in the community? Have a youth headed to college this fall? A teen beginning high school? A tween staying home by themselves for the first time?
Come join us for an Introductory Personal Safety and Self-Defense workshop to learn the empowering skills to help keep yourself and your young ones safe and strong! Snacks provided for all attendees
Making Comics to Change the World
Comics are a great way to tell stories and make people laugh, but did you know they can also bring positive change to the world? Join Wildfire cartoonist Breena Bard for this workshop demonstrating the basics of making comics, designing characters, and writing a script. Then put your skills to work to write a one-page comic about an issue you care about! Let's change the world, one comic at a time.
Showers and Hygiene Resources
Cultivate Initiatives will be in the Midland parking lot offering free hot showers and other resources, including (while supplies last) clothing and hygiene products.
No registration required.
Creative Learning: Bambu 3D Printer
Use a 3D printer and get help from staff on creating a project of your choice (subject to time limits). No experience necessary! A selection of colors of PLA will be available for you to use.
Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens February 26.
Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.
Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!
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. Makerspace staff and volunteers will teach you how to use our tech equipment to design things and express yourself. Project examples include 3D printers, craft cutters, sewing machines, custom t shirts and tote bags, tons of art supplies for painting, jewelry making, and more.
Community Music Center Violin Drop-ins
Learn to play the violin in a welcoming environment! Open to ages 8 and up, this program lets you explore these instruments in 20-minute sessions with guidance from a dedicated instructor.
To register for a date and time slot, please call (503) 988-5123 or sign up at Kenton's Welcome Desk.
Intro to Digital Photography
This introductory course is designed for absolute beginners and those looking to move beyond automatic camera settings. Participants will learn the fundamental technical and creative principles that underpin great photography. Over the the course, we will demystify the core functions of a camera and explore how to use light, composition, and exposure controls to capture compelling images.
Video Game Club - For Teens
Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.
Made possible by gifts to The Library Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated to enhancing our library's leadership, innovation and reach through private support.
Creative Learning: Bambu 3D Printer
Use a 3D printer and get help from staff on creating a project of your choice (subject to time limits). No experience necessary! A selection of colors of PLA will be available for you to use.
Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens February 26.
Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.
Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help
Quý vị có câu hỏi về kỹ thuật? Không cần đặt hẹn, xin hãy vào gặp một hỗ trợ viên thân thiện và am hiểu, người sẽ giúp quý vị tìm ra câu trả lời cho những câu hỏi về thiết bị di động, trang web, tải nội dung hoặc thông tin, thiết bị đọc sách điện tử, bắt đầu làm quen với kỹ thuật và còn nhiều vấn đề khác. Hỗ trợ viên giúp quý vị trong 30 phút, trả lời câu hỏi và hướng dẫn sử dụng những thiết bị và ứng dụng khác nhau.
Hillsdale Chess Club
Come play chess at Hillsdale Library with friends and neighbors. All experience levels are welcome! A facilitator will be onsite to help with rules, tips, or competition.
