Chương trình & Lớp học

In April 2026, join us from 12 to 2 pm Thursdays through Sundays to hear performances from some incredible local artists. Learn more about the performers here!

Music on the Steps is made possible in part by gifts to The Library Foundation.

Gather your team of 2-4 for an exciting puzzle race! Compete against the clock and other teams to be the first to complete a 500-piece puzzle in under two hours. The fastest team wins a trophy and ultimate bragging rights!

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.

Bring your crafts and friends and join us! Crafty Crew is a community of crafters who share a love of creating using a variety of mediums. Join them in knitting, crochet, beading, embroidery, collage, ceramics and more!

Come play American Mahjong at the library and connect with community! Experienced players are invited to join our fun and friendly group. Be sure to bring your current National Mah Jongg League cards. 

Learn to prepare an existing model for 3D printing on one of the library's Bambu X1 Carbon printers, then start experimenting with 3D modeling. All materials will be provided.

Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens April 6.

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.   

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.

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.

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

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

We offer three terms a year, each running for 8 weeks.

The student’s weekly appointment will be for 30 minutes on Tuesdays, sometime between 4 and 6 pm. They will be assigned an exact timeslot and tutor prior to the start of the term. These remain the same for the entire term.

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®.

View, review, snack and yak about all things anime and manga. We meet the fourth Thursday of the month to discuss our favorite series, choose something to read or watch together, do some art, and eat snacks! 

This Empowerment Self-Defense (ESD) workshop is a student-centered training designed to introduce youth to a variety of self-protective options in a discussion format.  This workshop will help you to identify your risks, evaluate your strengths, and to explore your options for dealing with the threat of violence.  Topics Include:  Trusting and using your intuition; How bias affects your judgment; Establishing and setting bo

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 April 7.

Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.

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.

Queer Youth Club is a youth-run club for that unites LGBTQIA+ and allied youth from neighboring schools. Email alecc@multcolib.org for more information.  

Middle school students are invited to talk about comics 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.     

Come in, collaborate, and create in a supportive environment! Refining a project or explore new tools and ideas at the library! Everything you need is here - computers, iPads, MIDI controllers, and headphones. Technical experts will be on hand to support your creative journey.

Do you have knitting and/or crocheting projects that you’d love to get finished? Or new ones you want to start? Please join us for this social group on Tuesdays for yarn work and fun! Intermediate and more advanced crafters are welcome.

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 April 7.

Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.