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Summer Reading: BUGS!
2025-07-26 14:00:00 2025-07-26 15:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Summer Reading: BUGS! Setup / Takedown: 30 mins Setup: 2 6-foot tables, quiet space. Standard max audience: 20 Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A

Saturday, July 26
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-26 14:00:00 2025-07-26 15:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Summer Reading: BUGS! Setup / Takedown: 30 mins Setup: 2 6-foot tables, quiet space. Standard max audience: 20 Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A

Central Library

Central Large Community Room 1A

Setup / Takedown: 30 mins Setup: 2 6-foot tables, quiet space. Standard max audience: 20

Portland Insectarium is the city's first museum and zoo dedicated entirely to bugs! In this program there will be a selection of live bugs on display, such as tarantulas, mantises, and scorpions! Some are touchable bugs (roaches, isopods, millipedes), others preserved insect displays. Toys and other activities will be there to explore, plus experts to answer any questions! Suitable for all ages.

This event is first come, first served.

AGE GROUP: | Tweens | Teens | Kids and Family | Adults 50+ | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading | STEAM | Lectures |

TAGS: | Portland Insectarium |

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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
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Summer Reading: Level-Up in Outer Space with Dinosaur O'Dell
Sun, Aug 03, 12:30pm - 1:30pm
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 03, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
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One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Get Started with AI - An Adult Learning Class
Sun, Aug 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
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Volunteer/Staff led class Max attendance: 9 students Duration: 90 minutes Set up/Take down time: 30 minutes Equipment: Laptops w/ mice, projector
Giờ Gia đình Vui chơi - Vietnamese Family Playtime
Sun, Aug 03, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
early childhood playtime hosted by Vietnamese KSA staff
Русский книжный клуб / Russian Book Group
Sun, Aug 03, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Russian language book group for adults This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Citizenship Class - 12 sessions
Sun, Aug 03, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
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Sun, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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North Portland Library
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DJ Skills For Beginners - CL A/V
Sun, Aug 03, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
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Duration: 3 hrs (45 min setup / 30 min breakdown)
普通话故事时间 - Chinese (Mandarin) Storytime
Sun, Aug 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Transl: ST presented in Mandarin for ages 0-6 w/ adult. Attendance limited & free tickets are available 15 minutes b4 storytime/Attendance is limited & available on a first come, first served basis.
Poetry with a Kick!
Sun, Aug 03, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
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Animation Workshop with Quandre - A Creative Learning class
Sun, Aug 03, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
2hr sessions, 2 part series; Can also do a 4 hour one-off setup/take down 30 min each Sixth grade and up, Teen, Tween, Adult Maximum audience size: 15 Contact Jody to set up jodyr@multco.us
Tutoring for Adults
Mon, Aug 04, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Black Cultural Center
ESOL, GED, and basic literacy tutoring for adults
Tiny Tots
Mon, Aug 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
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普通话故事时间 - Chinese (Mandarin) Storytime
Mon, Aug 04, 10:15am - 11:00am
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
Transl: ST presented in Mandarin for ages 0-6 w/ adult. Attendance limited & free tickets are available 15 minutes b4 storytime/Attendance is limited & available on a first come, first served basis.
Book Babies
Mon, Aug 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
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Учимся со сказкой - Russian Storytime
Mon, Aug 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Transl: 0-6 & parents in Russian. Books, songs, crafts, traditional games preserve Russian language and prepare your child for success in school. No registration but adult accompaniment is required.
Программа «Играй вместе с нами!» - Russian Playtime
Mon, Aug 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
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Book Babies
Mon, Aug 04, 11:00am - 11:45am
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
Ages: Birth - 1y **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tiny Tots
Mon, Aug 04, 11:15am - 11:45am
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
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Summer Lunches 2025
Mon, Aug 04, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
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Mon, Aug 04, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Free ESL classes
Computer Basics with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Mon, Aug 04, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 1A
Partner led class, please contact Adult Learning to schedule. Max attendance: 10 students Duration: 1.5 hours Set up/Take down time: 30 minutes Set up: Laptops w/ mice, projector
English Class
Mon, Aug 04, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Free ESL classes
Bienvenidos a las computadoras - Welcome to Computers - Spanish
Mon, Aug 04, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
Partner Program: Free Geek 5 part series classes are 120 min each set up/take down: 30 minutes max attendees: 10
Registration is now closed
Teen Crafternoon
Mon, Aug 04, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Every Monday, 4-5:30 pm at Gresham Library. Max audience size 50
Family Storytime Online
Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
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华语讲故事时间 - 粵語/英語 - Bilingual Cantonese / English storytime
Tue, Aug 05, 10:15am - 11:00am
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
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基础科技辅助 / Chinese Tech Help Drop-In - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 05, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 05, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Summer Lunches 2025
Tue, Aug 05, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 2A
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Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help - An Adult Learning Service
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Tue, Aug 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
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Family Matinee
Tue, Aug 05, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Duration: 2 hrs (30 min setup / breakdown)
A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group - Staff / volunteer -led
Tue, Aug 05, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
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Outdoor Storytime
Tue, Aug 05, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
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Book Babies
Tue, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
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Teen Game Night
Tue, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
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Code and Build with Lego - CL STEAM
Tue, Aug 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
For ages 6-10, differs from Lego Club in that it uses specific Lego STEM kits. TLF recognition required if Creative Learning equipment is being used.
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Queer Youth Club
Tue, Aug 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
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Summer Reading: Little Bears Felting with LeBrie Rich
Tue, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
Duration: 2 hrs (30 min setup / takedown) Max audience: 20 people
Unlocking the World of Crypto with Metamu - CL A/V
Tue, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Duration: 2 hrs (1 hr setup / 30 min breakdown) Max Audience: 15-20
Music Discovery - A Creative Learning class
Tue, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
Music Discovery at the Library is an open lab format where members of the community can use library equipment to learn about making digital and analog music.
Family Maker Time
Tue, Aug 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Duration: two one-hour sessions with a 15-minute room reset between (30 min setup / breakdown)
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Resume Review Drop-in
Tue, Aug 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Medium Community Room 2B
Volunteer led, in-person
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Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A
Volunteer-led program at MID
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Tue, Aug 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Correctional Facilities Community Inspection Program - Info Session
Tue, Aug 05, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
30 minutes set up, 30 minutes break down
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Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
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First Tuesday Family STEM Night
Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gregory Heights Library
Max Audience: 23
Citizen Activism 101: Making Change Happen
Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 1A
Duration: 1.5 hrs (30 min setup / breakdown)
Torus English Class
Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Free ESL Classes
Tutoring for Adults
Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
ESOL, GED, and basic literacy tutoring for adults
Family Maker Time
Tue, Aug 05, 6:15pm - 7:15pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Duration: two one-hour sessions with a 15-minute room reset between (30 min setup / breakdown)
Pajama Storytime
Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
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Native Family: Native Friends and Family Storytime
Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Native staff-led program
Pajama Storytime
Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
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Lego Club
Tue, Aug 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 06, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 2A
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Ayuda Tecnológica / Tech Help Drop-in
Wed, Aug 06, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Holgate Library
Tech Help in Spanish Set up: 15 min Take down: 15 min
Read to the Dogs
Wed, Aug 06, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
Volunteer and staff-led program. Duration varies by location.
Summer Lunches 2025
Wed, Aug 06, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
Summer Reading: Reading is Magic! with Louie Foxx
Wed, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
Duration: 1 hr (1 hr setup / 30 min breakdown) Needs: chairs + space for kids to sit.
Learn About the Public Tool Station at Midland Library
Wed, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Library
Outdoors at the public tools station of Midland
Computer Basics with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Wed, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Computer Learning Center
Class time: 90 minutes Max attendance: 10 Equip needed: Laptops with Microsoft Office (please connect with Tara Nash if you need equipment). Presenter: Goodwill Industries
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Free Create with a Bambu 3D Printer - CL STEAM
Wed, Aug 06, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2A
Already have experience with the library's Bambu 3D printers? Register for this session to use a 3D printer and get help from staff on creating a project of your choice (subject to time limits).
This event is full
Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!
Wed, Aug 06, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Makerspace drop-in for teens. No registration is required.
Summer Reading: Creature Teachers!
Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Duration: 90 min (1 hr setup / 30 min breakdown) Indoor or outdoors; Audience size unlimited
Summer Reading: Red Yarn & the Critters: Game On!
Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Duration: 45 mins** (30 min setup / takedown)
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Preschool Sensory Storytime Online
Wed, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Online
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Tween/Teen Anime Club
Wed, Aug 06, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
View, review, snack and yak about all things anime.
Computer Basics - An Adult Learning Class
Wed, Aug 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
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Summer Reading: RPG Gaming with ALife: One-Shots for Teens
Wed, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
Duration: 3 hrs (30 min setup / takedown) Max attendees: 8
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Wed, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Free ESL classes
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Wed, Aug 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
Staff-led craft program
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Wed, Aug 06, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 2A
staff-led
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 06, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Resume Review Drop-in
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Medium Community Room 1J
Volunteer led, in-person
Talk Time
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Central Library - Central Small Community Room 2B
Talk Time is a conversation circle
Torus English Class
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
Free ESL Classes
Resume Review Drop-in
Wed, Aug 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Library
Volunteer led, in-person
基础科技辅助 / Chinese Tech Help Drop-In - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 11:45am
Central Library
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 07, 10:00am - 11:45am
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Hora de Cuentos
Thu, Aug 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
General transl: interactive program for children 0-6 years old! Activities promote early literacy, reading books, singing, playing and doing crafts. Parents/ siblings/caregivers welcome. in Spanish.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
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Tiny Tots
Thu, Aug 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
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Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 07, 10:15am - 10:45am
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
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Family Storytime
Thu, Aug 07, 10:15am - 11:00am
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
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Microsoft Excel with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
Duration: 90 mins (30 min setup / breakdown) Max attendees: 10 Equipment: 11 Laptops w/ Microsoft Office, projector (Contact Tara Nash for equipment) **CHANGE REGISTRATION OPENING DATE BUT NOT TIME**
Book Babies
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
Ages: Birth - 1y **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe para Bebés - Bilingual Book Babies
Thu, Aug 07, 10:30am - 11:15am
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2B
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Summer Reading: Goats at your library - with stories!
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
Duration:1 hr (1 hr setup / takedown) Indoors: flooring, etc. or outdoors
Showers and Hygiene Resources
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Library
Recurring event: Thursdays 11-2pm MID parking lot
Outdoor Storytime at St. Johns Park
Thu, Aug 07, 11:00am - 11:30am
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Book Babies
Thu, Aug 07, 11:15am - 11:45am
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 07, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
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Get Help from ODHS - formerly known as Resources for Self Sufficiency
Thu, Aug 07, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A
Recurring event: Thursdays from 12-3pm MID, Community Room 1A
Summer Lunches 2025
Thu, Aug 07, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Ayuda Tecnológica / Tech Help Drop-in
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library
Tech Help in Spanish Set up: 15 min Take down: 15 min
English Class
Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
Free ESL classes
English Class
Thu, Aug 07, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Free ESL classes
Spectacular Arcade for Kids with Tinker Camp
Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2A
Duration: 3 hrs (30 min setup / breakdown) 18 max attendees Needs: electrical outlets, 6+ tables + seating, access to recycling.
Free Create with Glowforge Laser Cutter - CL STEAM
Thu, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Duration: 2 hrs (1 hr setup / breakdown) Max Attendees: 8 **CHANGE DATE FOR REGISTRATION BUT NOT THE TIME (4AM)
This event is full
Resume Review Drop-in
Thu, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Black Cultural Center
Volunteer led, in-person
Drop-in Violin Lessons
Thu, Aug 07, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Medium Community Room 1J
30 min set-up/take down; tables & chairs
Video Game Club - For Teens - Staff-led, teen-inspired
Thu, Aug 07, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
Staff-led program
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Gregory Heights Library
Vietnamese Tech Help Drop In
Torus English Class
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Free ESL Classes
Lego Club
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Resume Review Drop-in
Thu, Aug 07, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Medium Community Room 2B
Volunteer led, in-person
Book Babies
Fri, Aug 08, 10:15am - 11:00am
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tiny Tots
Fri, Aug 08, 10:15am - 11:00am
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Book Babies
Fri, Aug 08, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tiny Tots
Fri, Aug 08, 10:15am - 11:15am
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Family Storytime
Fri, Aug 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
Duration: ? (30 min setup / breakdown) **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Summer Reading: Red Yarn & the Critters - Game On!
Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room,Gregory Heights Library
Duration: 45 mins** (30 min setup / takedown)
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Aug 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Preschool Sensory Storytime
Fri, Aug 08, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
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Family Storytime
Fri, Aug 08, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
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Tiny Tots
Fri, Aug 08, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Drop-in Violin Lessons
Fri, Aug 08, 11:30am - 2:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Medium Community Room 1J
30 min set-up/take down; tables & chairs
Summer Reading: Switch Tournament with PDX Gaymers
Fri, Aug 08, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Duration: 2 hrs (30 min setup / takedown) Max attendees: 18
Summer Lunches 2025
Fri, Aug 08, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Fri, Aug 08, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Black Cultural Center
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Fri, Aug 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
English Class
Fri, Aug 08, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Free ESL classes
Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!
Fri, Aug 08, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Makerspace drop-in for teens. No registration is required.
Learn about Google Docs with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Fri, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Presenter: Goodwill Industries Max attendance: 9 students Duration: 1.5 hours Set up/Take down time: 30 minutes Equipment: Laptops w/ mice, projector
English Class
Fri, Aug 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
Free ESL classes
Lego Club
Fri, Aug 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Preschool Sensory Storytime
Fri, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Cancelled
Lego Club
Fri, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kenton Library
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Teen / Tween Craft Club - CL STEAM
Fri, Aug 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
Staff-led program. Duration: 60 minutes Setup / Takedown: 30 mins
Teen Council
Fri, Aug 08, 4:15pm - 5:45pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 2A
Staff-led. 15 minute setup time/15 minute breakdown time.
Lego Club / Club de Legos
Fri, Aug 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Tween Council
Fri, Aug 08, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Northwest Library
Staff-led program, duration: 60 minutes
Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 09, 10:15am - 11:15am
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 09, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
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Toddler Storytime
Sat, Aug 09, 10:15am - 11:00am
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Rainbow Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 09, 10:15am - 11:00am
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
lgbtq+ family storytime
Rainbow Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 09, 10:15am - 11:00am
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2B
lgbtq+ family storytime This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Adult Maker Time
Sat, Aug 09, 10:15am - 11:30am
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Makerspace drop in for adults
This event is full
Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 09, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Northwest Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Central Library Tour
Sat, Aug 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Central Library
Visit the refreshed Central Library! Central Library, beloved by the community since 1913, is now open with modern enhancements for you to enjoy!
太极拳: 传统杨氏三十七式 / Tai Chi: Yang Style Traditional 37 Forms
Sat, Aug 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Duration: 1 hr (15 min setup / breakdown) Max Audience: 12
Summer Reading: Ants Ants Ants Family Music
Sat, Aug 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
45 mins (45 min setup / takedown) Room for wiggling, chairs in the back. Band has PA or may use the library's system.
Lego Club
Sat, Aug 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Black Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 09, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
for ages birth - 6 This field is for internal use only. **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served** Please include English translations if needed
Music and Dance
Sat, Aug 09, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 09, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 09, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Hora de Cuentos
Sat, Aug 09, 11:15am - 11:45am
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Black Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 09, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2B
for ages birth - 6 This field is for internal use only. **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served** Please include English translations if needed
Adult Maker Time
Sat, Aug 09, 11:45am - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Makerspace drop in for adults
Intercambio / Language Exchange
Sat, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Practice English or Spanish
Cancelled
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Cancelled
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Intercambio / Language Exchange
Sat, Aug 09, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Kenton Library
Practice English or Spanish
Summer Reading: Border Collie International Canine Team
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Library
All ages, no max audience size. 1 hr duration, 30 min setup / takedown.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Waqtiga sheekoyinka Familada Somaliyeed/Somali Storytime - Bilingual family storytime
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
staff-led bilingual ST Tickets ...ee loo adeego marka hore. (first come, first served) OR ...15 daqiiqo ka hor wakhtiga sheekada. (tickets).
Native Family: Native Story Hour with Karen Kitchen
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Duration: 1 hr (30 min setup / breakdown)
Summer Reading: African Song and Dance
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 1A
Program length 45min Set up / take down 30 min each Room to move Family program.
Ayuda Tecnológica / Tech Help Drop-in
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library
Tech Help in Spanish Set up: 15 min Take down: 15 min
Помощь в работе с электронными устройствами - Russian Tech Help
Sat, Aug 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library
Program length in minutes: 120 Registration Required
Citizenship Class - 12 sessions
Sat, Aug 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
12 week citizenship class This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Giờ Đọc Sách Song Ngữ/Bilingual Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
staff-led bilingual Vietnamese led program
Hora de Cuentos
Sat, Aug 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
General transl: interactive program for children 0-6 years old! Activities promote early literacy, reading books, singing, playing and doing crafts. Parents/ siblings/caregivers welcome. in Spanish.
Follow the Reader
Sat, Aug 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Library
Staff-led program. Duration: 60 minutes Use this template if you have only English-speaking volunteers
Black Family Playtime
Sat, Aug 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
Duration: ? (30 min setup / breakdown)
基础科技辅助 / Chinese Tech Help Drop-In - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 10, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 10, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 10, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Giờ Gia đình Vui chơi - Vietnamese Family Playtime
Sun, Aug 10, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
early childhood playtime hosted by Vietnamese KSA staff
Citizenship Class - 12 sessions
Sun, Aug 10, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
12 week citizenship class This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Summer Reading: Deliciosos Batidos / Delicious Smoothies
Sun, Aug 10, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Duration: 90 min (30 min setup / breakdown) Max Audience:15 CHANGE DATE FOR REGISTRATION OPENING BUT NOT THE TIME!
Tutoring for Adults
Mon, Aug 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Black Cultural Center
ESOL, GED, and basic literacy tutoring for adults
Tiny Tots
Mon, Aug 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
普通话故事时间 - Chinese (Mandarin) Storytime
Mon, Aug 11, 10:15am - 11:00am
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
Transl: ST presented in Mandarin for ages 0-6 w/ adult. Attendance limited & free tickets are available 15 minutes b4 storytime/Attendance is limited & available on a first come, first served basis.
Book Babies
Mon, Aug 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Учимся со сказкой - Russian Storytime
Mon, Aug 11, 10:30am - 11:30am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Transl: 0-6 & parents in Russian. Books, songs, crafts, traditional games preserve Russian language and prepare your child for success in school. No registration but adult accompaniment is required.
Book Babies
Mon, Aug 11, 11:00am - 11:45am
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
Ages: Birth - 1y **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tiny Tots
Mon, Aug 11, 11:15am - 11:45am
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Summer Lunches 2025
Mon, Aug 11, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
English Class
Mon, Aug 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Free ESL classes
Creative Learning: Video Creation Camp - YouTube and TikTok - CL Makerspace
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
A Creative Learning teen camp.
Learn Gmail with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Mon, Aug 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 1A
Presenter: Goodwill Industries Max attendance: 9 students Duration: 1.5 hours Set up/Take down time: 30 minutes Equipment: Laptops w/ mice, projector
Cancelled
Resume Review Drop-in
Mon, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Portland Library
Volunteer led, in-person
Summer Reading: Goats at your library!
Mon, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
Duration: 1 hr (1 hr setup / takedown) Indoors: flooring, etc. or outdoors
English Class
Mon, Aug 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Free ESL classes
Teen Crafternoon
Mon, Aug 11, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Every Monday, 4-5:30 pm at Gresham Library. Max audience size 50
Family Storytime Online
Tue, Aug 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Online
family storytime birth - 6 online This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if neededRegister
华语讲故事时间 - 粵語/英語 - Bilingual Cantonese / English storytime
Tue, Aug 12, 10:15am - 11:00am
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
**update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served** This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
基础科技辅助 / Chinese Tech Help Drop-In - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 12, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 12, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Summer Lunches 2025
Tue, Aug 12, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library
Vietnamese Tech Help Drop In
A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group - Staff / volunteer -led
Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Program length in minutes: 90 Chairs in a circle
Creative Learning: Video Creation Camp - YouTube and TikTok - CL Makerspace
Tue, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
A Creative Learning teen camp.
Book Babies
Tue, Aug 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months first come, first served**
Cancelled
Lego Club
Tue, Aug 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
North Portland Library
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
编程乐高 - CL STEAM
Tue, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Code and Build with Lego - Chinese Course
Resume Review Drop-in
Tue, Aug 12, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
Volunteer led, in-person
Queer Youth Club
Tue, Aug 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Youth gay straight alliance This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 12, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Grupo de estudio para adultos del INEA - (Instituto Nacional para la Educación de los Adultos)
Tue, Aug 12, 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Computer Learning Center
Adult study group from INEA, in Spanish
Torus English Class
Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Free ESL Classes
Tutoring for Adults
Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
ESOL, GED, and basic literacy tutoring for adults
Pajama Storytime
Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Native Family: Native Friends and Family Storytime
Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Native staff-led program
Pajama Storytime
Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Lego Club
Tue, Aug 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Ayuda Tecnológica / Tech Help Drop-in
Wed, Aug 13, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Holgate Library
Tech Help in Spanish Set up: 15 min Take down: 15 min
Summer Lunches 2025
Wed, Aug 13, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
Learn about Google Docs with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Wed, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Computer Learning Center
Class time: 90 minutes Max attendance: 10 Equip needed: 11 Laptops/Chromebook + 1 projector (please connect with Tara Nash if you need equipment). Presenter: Goodwill Industries
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Creative Learning: Video Creation Camp - YouTube and TikTok - CL Makerspace
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
A Creative Learning teen camp.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Switch Tournament with PDX Gaymers
Wed, Aug 13, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2A
Duration: 2 hrs (30 min setup / takedown) Max attendees: 18
Book Babies
Wed, Aug 13, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Creative Learning: Maker Club - CL STEAM
Wed, Aug 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Tweens and teens can try different tech and maker equipment each week! Experiment with a 3D pen, make a cardboard creation, learn to code with a robot, paint digitally with an iPad, and more.
Preschool Sensory Storytime Online
Wed, Aug 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Online
sensory storytime ages 3-5 online This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed Zoom link updated 10/24/2024 - njfRegister
Internet Basics - An Adult Learning Class
Wed, Aug 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
Presenter: Staff/Volunteer Duration: 1.5 hrs (30 min setup / 15 min breakdown) Max attendees: 5 Equipment: laptops, projector
English Class
Wed, Aug 13, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Free ESL classes
Draw 3D projects with a 3D pen - CL STEAM
Wed, Aug 13, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 2A
staff-led program
Open Mic and Jam Night - CL A/V
Wed, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Instrument jam hosted by Jody
Basic Bike Maintenance Workshop
Wed, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A
Duration: 120 minutes Event notes: Indoors (Outdoors also possible) Max audience: 25 Request tarps for carpets as needed
Cancelled
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 13, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Resume Review Drop-in
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Medium Community Room 1J
Volunteer led, in-person
Torus English Class
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
Free ESL Classes
Resume Review Drop-in
Wed, Aug 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Library
Volunteer led, in-person
基础科技辅助 / Chinese Tech Help Drop-In - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 14, 10:00am - 11:45am
Central Library
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 14, 10:00am - 11:45am
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Hora de Cuentos
Thu, Aug 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
General transl: interactive program for children 0-6 years old! Activities promote early literacy, reading books, singing, playing and doing crafts. Parents/ siblings/caregivers welcome. in Spanish.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tiny Tots
Thu, Aug 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 14, 10:15am - 10:45am
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Family Storytime
Thu, Aug 14, 10:15am - 11:00am
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
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Creative Learning: Intro to 3D Printing - CL STEAM
Thu, Aug 14, 10:15am - 12:15pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2A
Learn to prepare a model for 3D printing on the library's Bambu X1 Carbon printers, then experiment with 3D modeling. All materials will be provided. Space is limited and registration is required.
This event is full
Learn about Google Sheets with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
Duration: 90 mins (30 min setup / breakdown) Max Audience: 10 Setup: 11 Laptops/Chromebooks + a projector (Contact Tara Nash for equipment) **CHANGE REGISTRATION DATE BUT NOT THE TIME!!**
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe para Bebés - Bilingual Book Babies
Thu, Aug 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2B
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Family Storytime in ASL and English
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
staff led storytime with ASL interpretation
Summer Reading: World Music Family Dance Party with Eli R
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A,Hillsdale Library
Duration: 45 min (30 min setup / breakdown) Setup: Chairs, room to dance. Bilingual Spanish/English or just Spanish program
Summer Reading: Goats at your library - with stories!
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
Duration:1 hr (1 hr setup / takedown) Indoors: flooring, etc. or outdoors
Showers and Hygiene Resources
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Library
Recurring event: Thursdays 11-2pm MID parking lot
Outdoor Storytime at St. Johns Park
Thu, Aug 14, 11:00am - 11:30am
Offsite
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Book Babies
Thu, Aug 14, 11:15am - 11:45am
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
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Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 14, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
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Get Help from ODHS - formerly known as Resources for Self Sufficiency
Thu, Aug 14, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A
Recurring event: Thursdays from 12-3pm MID, Community Room 1A
Summer Reading: Level Up RPG Gamin'! with Dragon Theater
Thu, Aug 14, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Duration: 2 hrs (30 min setup / takedown) Max Attendees: 10 kids
Summer Lunches 2025
Thu, Aug 14, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Ayuda Tecnológica / Tech Help Drop-in
Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library
Tech Help in Spanish Set up: 15 min Take down: 15 min
English Class
Thu, Aug 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
Free ESL classes
English Class
Thu, Aug 14, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 2A
Free ESL classes
Summer Reading: World Music Family Dance Party with Eli R
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Duration: 45 min (30 min setup / breakdown) Setup: Chairs, room to dance. Bilingual Spanish/English or just Spanish program
Creative Learning: Video Creation Camp - YouTube and TikTok - CL Makerspace
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
A Creative Learning teen camp.
Cardboard Costumes for Kids with Tinker Camp
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2A
3 hrs with 30 min setup / takedown 18 attendees max Electrical outlets, 6+ work areas (materials, glue, etc.) and seating. Recycling access. Recommended 8+ year kids.
Summer Reading: Goats at your library!
Thu, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
Duration:1 hr (1hr setup / takedown) Indoors: flooring, etc. or outdoors
Resume Review Drop-in
Thu, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillsdale Library
Volunteer led, in-person
Drop-in Violin Lessons
Thu, Aug 14, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Medium Community Room 1J
30 min set-up/take down; tables & chairs
Teen Crafternoon!
Thu, Aug 14, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Teen Space
Max audience size of 15, open to middle and high schoolers
Video Game Club - For Teens
Thu, Aug 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
Duration: 2 hrs
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Gregory Heights Library
Vietnamese Tech Help Drop In
Torus English Class
Thu, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Free ESL Classes
Resume Review Drop-in
Thu, Aug 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Medium Community Room 2B
Volunteer led, in-person
Book Babies
Fri, Aug 15, 10:15am - 11:00am
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tiny Tots
Fri, Aug 15, 10:15am - 11:00am
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
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Book Babies
Fri, Aug 15, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tiny Tots
Fri, Aug 15, 10:15am - 10:45am
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
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Tiny Tots
Fri, Aug 15, 10:15am - 11:15am
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
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Toddler Storytime
Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
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Toddler Storytime
Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
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Family Storytime
Fri, Aug 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
Duration: ? (30 min setup / breakdown) **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Summer Reading: World Music Family Dance Party with Eli R
Fri, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Duration: 45 min (30 min setup / breakdown) Setup: Chairs, room to dance. Bilingual Spanish/English or just Spanish program
Toddler Playtime (ages 2-3 years)
Fri, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Play and learning go hand in hand.Join other families for a fun playtime (for ages 2-3). As Mr. Rogers said, "... for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood."
Preschool Sensory Storytime
Fri, Aug 15, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
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Family Storytime
Fri, Aug 15, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
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Tiny Tots
Fri, Aug 15, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
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Drop-in Violin Lessons
Fri, Aug 15, 11:30am - 2:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Medium Community Room 1J
30 min set-up/take down; tables & chairs
Summer Lunches 2025
Fri, Aug 15, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Fri, Aug 15, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Black Cultural Center
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Fri, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Cancelled
Death Cafe Facilitator Training
Fri, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library
30 minutes set-up (12:30-1:00) , 30 minutes breakdown (3:00-3:30)
Death Cafe Facilitator Training
Fri, Aug 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
30 minutes set-up (12:30-1:00) , 30 minutes breakdown (3:00-3:30)
English Class
Fri, Aug 15, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Free ESL classes
Summer Reading: World Music Family Dance Party with Eli R
Fri, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Duration: 45 min (30 min setup / breakdown) Setup: Chairs, room to dance. Bilingual Spanish/English or just Spanish program
Creative Learning: Video Creation Camp - YouTube and TikTok - CL Makerspace
Fri, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
A Creative Learning teen camp.
Microsoft Word with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Fri, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Presenter: Goodwill Industries Max attendance: 9 students Duration: 1.5 hours Set up/Take down time: 30 minutes Equipment: Laptops w/ mice, projector
Lego Club
Fri, Aug 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Tween Council
Fri, Aug 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
Staff-led program, duration: 90 minutes
Preschool Sensory Storytime
Fri, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Cancelled
Pokemon Club
Fri, Aug 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kenton Library
Staff led Pokemon card game freeplay for kids and tweens This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed.
Grupo de estudio para adultos del INEA - (Instituto Nacional para la Educación de los Adultos)
Sat, Aug 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room B
Adult study group from INEA, in Spanish
Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 16, 10:15am - 11:15am
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
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Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 16, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
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Toddler Storytime
Sat, Aug 16, 10:15am - 11:00am
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
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Rainbow Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 16, 10:15am - 11:00am
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2B
lgbtq+ family storytime This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 16, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Northwest Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Central Library Tour
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Central Library
Visit the refreshed Central Library! Central Library, beloved by the community since 1913, is now open with modern enhancements for you to enjoy!
Summer Reading: World Music Family Dance Party with Eli R
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 1A
Duration: 45 min (30 min setup / breakdown) Setup: Chairs, room to dance. Bilingual Spanish/English or just Spanish program
Lego Club
Sat, Aug 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Hora de Cuentos
Sat, Aug 16, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
General transl: interactive program for children 0-6 years old! Activities promote early literacy, reading books, singing, playing and doing crafts. Parents/ siblings/caregivers welcome. in Spanish.
Music and Dance
Sat, Aug 16, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
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Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 16, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
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Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 16, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
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Hora de Cuentos
Sat, Aug 16, 11:15am - 11:45am
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Rainbow Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 16, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
lgbtq+ family storytime
Teen Gaming Club
Sat, Aug 16, 11:30am - 1:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Teen Space
Staff-led program
Black Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 16, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2B
for ages birth - 6 This field is for internal use only. **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served** Please include English translations if needed
Intercambio / Language Exchange
Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Practice English or Spanish
Cancelled
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Cancelled
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Intercambio / Language Exchange
Sat, Aug 16, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Kenton Library
Practice English or Spanish
Summer Reading: World Music Family Dance Party with Eli R
Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Duration: 45 min (30 min setup / breakdown) Setup: Chairs, room to dance. Bilingual Spanish/English or just Spanish program
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Summer Reading: Arcade Universe with Dragon Theater
Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
Duration: 1 hr (1hr min setup / takedown)
Ayuda Tecnológica / Tech Help Drop-in
Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library
Tech Help in Spanish Set up: 15 min Take down: 15 min
Summer Reading: RPG Gaming with PDX Gaymers (One Shots)
Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Duration:3 hrs (30 min setup / takedown) Max attendees: 8 Can be 1 off or series event that counts as a program.
Summer Reading: Felt Among Us Character with Joeanally G
Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 2A
Duration: 1.5 hrs (30 min setup / takedown) Max Audience: 15 Ages 12 and up Setup tables and chairs in U shape.
Помощь в работе с электронными устройствами - Russian Tech Help
Sat, Aug 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library
Program length in minutes: 120 Registration Required
Citizenship Class - 12 sessions
Sat, Aug 16, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
12 week citizenship class This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Giờ Đọc Sách Song Ngữ/Bilingual Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 16, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
staff-led bilingual Vietnamese led program
Hora de Cuentos
Sat, Aug 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
General transl: interactive program for children 0-6 years old! Activities promote early literacy, reading books, singing, playing and doing crafts. Parents/ siblings/caregivers welcome. in Spanish.
Follow the Reader
Sat, Aug 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Library
Staff-led program. Duration: 60 minutes Use this template if you have only English-speaking volunteers
基础科技辅助 / Chinese Tech Help Drop-In - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 17, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 17, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 17, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Giờ Gia đình Vui chơi - Vietnamese Family Playtime
Sun, Aug 17, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
early childhood playtime hosted by Vietnamese KSA staff
Citizenship Class - 12 sessions
Sun, Aug 17, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
12 week citizenship class This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
普通话故事时间 - Chinese (Mandarin) Storytime
Sun, Aug 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Transl: ST presented in Mandarin for ages 0-6 w/ adult. Attendance limited & free tickets are available 15 minutes b4 storytime/Attendance is limited & available on a first come, first served basis.
Tutoring for Adults
Mon, Aug 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Black Cultural Center
ESOL, GED, and basic literacy tutoring for adults
Book Babies
Mon, Aug 18, 10:15am - 10:45am
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Учимся со сказкой - Russian Storytime
Mon, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Transl: 0-6 & parents in Russian. Books, songs, crafts, traditional games preserve Russian language and prepare your child for success in school. No registration but adult accompaniment is required.
Программа «Играй вместе с нами!» - Russian Playtime
Mon, Aug 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Russian Playtime This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Book Babies
Mon, Aug 18, 11:00am - 11:45am
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
Ages: Birth - 1y **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tiny Tots
Mon, Aug 18, 11:15am - 11:45am
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Summer Lunches 2025
Mon, Aug 18, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
English Class
Mon, Aug 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Free ESL classes
Microsoft Word with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Mon, Aug 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 1A
Presenter: Goodwill Industries Max attendance: 9 students Duration: 1.5 hours Set up/Take down time: 30 minutes Equipment: Laptops w/ mice, projector
Summer Reading: Comics Character Design with Breena Bard
Mon, Aug 18, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Duration: 1.5 hrs (30 min setup / breakdown) Classroom tables & chairs
English Class
Mon, Aug 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Free ESL classes
Create a YouTube Channel - An Adult Learning Class
Mon, Aug 18, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
Duration: 1.5 hrs (30 min setup / 15 min breakdown) Max attendees: 10 Equipment: laptops, projector Presenter: Staff/Volunteer
华语讲故事时间 - 粵語/英語 - Bilingual Cantonese / English storytime
Tue, Aug 19, 10:15am - 11:00am
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
**update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served** This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
基础科技辅助 / Chinese Tech Help Drop-In - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 19, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 19, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Summer Lunches 2025
Tue, Aug 19, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
Craft Your College Essay
Tue, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Duration: 1 hr (30 min setup / breakdown) Max Audience: 20 Teens & parents Presenter available evenings Tues / Thurs Desks with seating, whiteboard + markers
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 2A
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library
Vietnamese Tech Help Drop In
Family Matinee
Tue, Aug 19, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Duration: 2 hrs (30 min setup / breakdown)
Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!
Tue, Aug 19, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Makerspace drop-in for teens. No registration is required.
A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group - Staff / volunteer -led
Tue, Aug 19, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Program length in minutes: 90 Chairs in a circle
Outdoor Storytime
Tue, Aug 19, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
These story times are held in the outdoor play area of the Midland Library. We have reserved Room C for inclement weather.
Book Babies
Tue, Aug 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months first come, first served**
Teen Art Gathering: Mess Around and Find Out
Tue, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
Will take place in the teen space, Community Room 1C. Thanks!
Code and Build with Lego - CL STEAM
Tue, Aug 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
For ages 6-10, differs from Lego Club in that it uses specific Lego STEM kits. TLF recognition required if Creative Learning equipment is being used.
This event is full
Queer Youth Club
Tue, Aug 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Youth gay straight alliance This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Music Discovery - A Creative Learning class
Tue, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
Music Discovery at the Library is an open lab format where members of the community can use library equipment to learn about making digital and analog music.
Back To School Game Night
Tue, Aug 19, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Duration: 2 hrs (30 min setup / breakdown) Max. Audience: 20
Resume Review Drop-in
Tue, Aug 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Medium Community Room 2B
Volunteer led, in-person
Knotty Knitters / Crafty Crocheters
Tue, Aug 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A
Volunteer-led program at MID
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Grupo de estudio para adultos del INEA - (Instituto Nacional para la Educación de los Adultos)
Tue, Aug 19, 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room B
Adult study group from INEA, in Spanish
Personal Safety Workshop presented by City of Portland
Tue, Aug 19, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
90min Classroom style
Torus English Class
Tue, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Free ESL Classes
Tutoring for Adults
Tue, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
ESOL, GED, and basic literacy tutoring for adults
Lego Club / Club de Lego
Tue, Aug 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Pajama Storytime
Tue, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Native Family: Native Friends and Family Storytime
Tue, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Native staff-led program
Pajama Storytime
Tue, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
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Outdoor Storytime at Sellwood Park
Wed, Aug 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Offsite
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Native Family: Native Story Hour Online with Karen Kitchen
Wed, Aug 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Online
Virtual presenter led indigenous storytime for kids. Duration: 1 hour
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Ayuda Tecnológica / Tech Help Drop-in
Wed, Aug 20, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Holgate Library
Tech Help in Spanish Set up: 15 min Take down: 15 min
Summer Lunches 2025
Wed, Aug 20, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
Learn About the Public Tool Station at Midland Library
Wed, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Library
Outdoors at the public tools station of Midland
Learn about Google Drive with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Wed, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Computer Learning Center
Class time: 90 minutes Max attendance: 10 Equip needed: 11 Laptops/Chromebook + 1 projector (please connect with Tara Nash if you need equipment). Presenter: Goodwill Industries
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!
Wed, Aug 20, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Makerspace drop-in for teens. No registration is required.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Book Babies
Wed, Aug 20, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
LEGO Club
Wed, Aug 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Cancelled
Tween/Teen Anime Club
Wed, Aug 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Northwest Library
View, review, snack and yak about all things anime.
Cancelled
Tween Time
Wed, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holgate Library
Duration: 1 hr (30 min setup / breakdown) Grades: 4-6 Max Audience: 25
Protecting Yourself Online - An Adult Learning Class
Wed, Aug 20, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
staff/volunteer led Duration: 90 minutes Set-up/Take-down: 30 minutes please contact taran@multcolib.org to book
English Class
Wed, Aug 20, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Free ESL classes
Craft with Buddies for Adults - CL STEAM
Wed, Aug 20, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
Staff-led craft program
Программа «Играй вместе с нами!» - Russian Playtime
Wed, Aug 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Russian Playtime This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
非物质文化遗产系列 - 新科技纸雕 - CL STEAM; Chinese Intangible Culture program
Wed, Aug 20, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 2A
staff-led
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 20, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Resume Review Drop-in
Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Medium Community Room 1J
Volunteer led, in-person
Talk Time
Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Central Library - Central Small Community Room 2B
Talk Time is a conversation circle
Torus English Class
Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
Free ESL Classes
Resume Review Drop-in
Wed, Aug 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Library
Volunteer led, in-person
基础科技辅助 / Chinese Tech Help Drop-In - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 11:45am
Central Library
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 21, 10:00am - 11:45am
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
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Tiny Tots
Thu, Aug 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
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Family Storytime
Thu, Aug 21, 10:15am - 11:00am
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Computer Basics with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Thu, Aug 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
Duration: 1.5 hrs (30 min setup / breakdown) Max attendance: 10 Equip needed: Laptops with Microsoft Office (Contact Tara Nash for equipment) **CHANGE DATE OF REGISTRATION OPENING BUT NOT THE TIME!**
Book Babies
Thu, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
Ages: Birth - 1y **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe para Bebés - Bilingual Book Babies
Thu, Aug 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2B
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Summer Reading: Gravity Catastrophe with The Zaniac
Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:30pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Duration: 1 hr (1 hr setup / 30 min breakdown)
Summer Reading: Goats at your library - with stories!
Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
Duration:1 hr (1 hr setup / takedown) Indoors: flooring, etc. or outdoors
Showers and Hygiene Resources
Thu, Aug 21, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Library
Recurring event: Thursdays 11-2pm MID parking lot
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 21, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Get Help from ODHS - formerly known as Resources for Self Sufficiency
Thu, Aug 21, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A
Recurring event: Thursdays from 12-3pm MID, Community Room 1A
Summer Lunches 2025
Thu, Aug 21, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Ayuda Tecnológica / Tech Help Drop-in
Thu, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library
Tech Help in Spanish Set up: 15 min Take down: 15 min
English Class
Thu, Aug 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
Free ESL classes
English Class
Thu, Aug 21, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Free ESL classes
Summer Reading: Gravity Catastrophe
Thu, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Duration: 1 hr (1 hr setup / 30 min breakdown)
Mini Worlds for Kids with Tinker Camp
Thu, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2A
Duration: 3 hrs (30 min setup / breakdown) Max Attendees: 18 Needs: electrical outlets, 6+ tables with seating, access to recycling.
Creative Learning: Intro to Laser Cutting with the Glowforge - CL STEAM
Thu, Aug 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Duration: 2 hrs (1 hr setup / breakdown) Max Attendees: 8 **CHANGE REGISTRATION DATE BUT KEEP TIME SET TO 4AM**
This event is full
Resume Review Drop-in
Thu, Aug 21, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Black Cultural Center
Volunteer led, in-person
Drop-in Violin Lessons
Thu, Aug 21, 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Medium Community Room 1J
30 min set-up/take down; tables & chairs
Video Game Club - For Teens
Thu, Aug 21, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
Duration: 2 hrs
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Gregory Heights Library
Vietnamese Tech Help Drop In
Torus English Class
Thu, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Free ESL Classes
Lego Club
Thu, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Resume Review Drop-in
Thu, Aug 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Medium Community Room 2B
Volunteer led, in-person
Tiny Tots
Fri, Aug 22, 10:15am - 11:00am
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Family Storytime
Fri, Aug 22, 10:15am - 11:00am
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Book Babies
Fri, Aug 22, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tiny Tots
Fri, Aug 22, 10:15am - 11:15am
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
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Toddler Storytime
Fri, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Family Storytime
Fri, Aug 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
Duration: ? (30 min setup / breakdown) **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Gravity Catastrophe
Fri, Aug 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2B
Duration: 1 hr (1 hr setup / 30 min breakdown)
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Aug 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Preschool Sensory Storytime
Fri, Aug 22, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Family Storytime
Fri, Aug 22, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Drop-in Violin Lessons
Fri, Aug 22, 11:30am - 2:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Medium Community Room 1J
30 min set-up/take down; tables & chairs
Summer Lunches 2025
Fri, Aug 22, 12:15pm - 1:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Summer lunch program at MID from 6/23 to 8/22
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Fri, Aug 22, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Black Cultural Center
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Fri, Aug 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
English Class
Fri, Aug 22, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Free ESL classes
Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!
Fri, Aug 22, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Makerspace drop-in for teens. No registration is required.
Summer Reading: Gravity Catastrophe
Fri, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room,Capitol Hill Library
Duration: 1 hr (1 hr setup / 30 min breakdown)
Microsoft Excel with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Fri, Aug 22, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Presenter: Goodwill Industries Max attendance: 9 students Duration: 1.5 hours Set up/Take down time: 30 minutes Equipment: Laptops w/ mice, projector
English Class
Fri, Aug 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
Free ESL classes
Lego Club
Fri, Aug 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Lego Club
Fri, Aug 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Cancelled
Lego Club
Fri, Aug 22, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kenton Library
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Teen / Tween Craft Club - CL STEAM
Fri, Aug 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
Staff-led program. Duration: 60 minutes Setup / Takedown: 30 mins
Teen Council
Fri, Aug 22, 4:15pm - 5:45pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 2A
Staff-led. 15 minute setup time/15 minute breakdown time.
Black Family Playtime
Fri, Aug 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
Duration: ? (30 min setup / breakdown)
Tween Council
Fri, Aug 22, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Northwest Library
Staff-led program, duration: 60 minutes
Grupo de estudio para adultos del INEA - (Instituto Nacional para la Educación de los Adultos)
Sat, Aug 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room B
Adult study group from INEA, in Spanish
Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 23, 10:15am - 11:15am
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 23, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Rainbow Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 23, 10:15am - 11:00am
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
lgbtq+ family storytime
Rainbow Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 23, 10:15am - 11:00am
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2B
lgbtq+ family storytime This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Cancelled
Family Playtime
Sat, Aug 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
North Portland Library
alternative for storytime breaks This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Summer Reading: Creature Teachers!
Sat, Aug 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
Duration: 90 min (1 hr setup / 30 min breakdown) Indoor or outdoors; Audience size unlimited
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 23, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Northwest Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Central Library Tour
Sat, Aug 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Central Library
Visit the refreshed Central Library! Central Library, beloved by the community since 1913, is now open with modern enhancements for you to enjoy!
Lego Club
Sat, Aug 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Music and Dance
Sat, Aug 23, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 23, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Black Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 23, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2B
for ages birth - 6 This field is for internal use only. **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served** Please include English translations if needed
Intercambio / Language Exchange
Sat, Aug 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Practice English or Spanish
Cancelled
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Cancelled
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Intercambio / Language Exchange
Sat, Aug 23, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Kenton Library
Practice English or Spanish
Creative Learning: Make Your Own Horns, Ears, and Tails - Creative Learning Program
Sat, Aug 23, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
A Creative Learning teen workshop at the Midland makerspace.
Summer Reading: Creature Teachers!
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
Duration: 90 min (1 hr setup / 30 min breakdown) Indoor or outdoors; Audience size unlimited
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Cuadros con Técnica del Papel de Arroz - Paintings with the Rice Paper Technique
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2A
Duration: 2 hrs (30 min setup / takedown) Max size: 20 Needs tables, chairs, a whiteboard and markers.
Summer Reading: Craft a Minecraft Character with Joeanally G
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
Duration: 1.5 hrs (30 min setup / breakdown) Max Audience: 15 3rd - 12th Graders with guardians Tables & chairs in U shape.
Ayuda Tecnológica / Tech Help Drop-in
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library
Tech Help in Spanish Set up: 15 min Take down: 15 min
Помощь в работе с электронными устройствами - Russian Tech Help
Sat, Aug 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library
Program length in minutes: 120 Registration Required
Citizenship Class - 12 sessions
Sat, Aug 23, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
12 week citizenship class This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Hora de Cuentos
Sat, Aug 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
General transl: interactive program for children 0-6 years old! Activities promote early literacy, reading books, singing, playing and doing crafts. Parents/ siblings/caregivers welcome. in Spanish.
基础科技辅助 / Chinese Tech Help Drop-In - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 24, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 24, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 24, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Giờ Gia đình Vui chơi - Vietnamese Family Playtime
Sun, Aug 24, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
early childhood playtime hosted by Vietnamese KSA staff
Citizenship Class - 12 sessions
Sun, Aug 24, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
12 week citizenship class This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
普通话故事时间 - Chinese (Mandarin) Storytime
Sun, Aug 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Transl: ST presented in Mandarin for ages 0-6 w/ adult. Attendance limited & free tickets are available 15 minutes b4 storytime/Attendance is limited & available on a first come, first served basis.
Tutoring for Adults
Mon, Aug 25, 10:00am - 12:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Black Cultural Center
ESOL, GED, and basic literacy tutoring for adults
Учимся со сказкой - Russian Storytime
Mon, Aug 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Transl: 0-6 & parents in Russian. Books, songs, crafts, traditional games preserve Russian language and prepare your child for success in school. No registration but adult accompaniment is required.
Book Babies
Mon, Aug 25, 11:00am - 11:45am
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
Ages: Birth - 1y **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
English Class
Mon, Aug 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Free ESL classes
Crafty Crew - volunteer-led crafting circle
Mon, Aug 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
volunteer-led crafting circle
Learn about Google Docs with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Mon, Aug 25, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 1A
Presenter: Goodwill Industries Max attendance: 9 students Duration: 1.5 hours Set up/Take down time: 30 minutes Equipment: Laptops w/ mice, projector
Cancelled
Resume Review Drop-in
Mon, Aug 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Portland Library
Volunteer led, in-person
English Class
Mon, Aug 25, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Free ESL classes
Teen Crafternoon
Mon, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Every Monday, 4-5:30 pm at Gresham Library. Max audience size 50
Learn the Basics of Google Drive - An Adult Learning Class
Mon, Aug 25, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Hillsdale Library
Presenter: Staff/Volunteer Duration: 90 minutes Max attendees: 9 Equipment: laptops, projector Set up: 30 min Take down: 15 min
华语讲故事时间 - 粵語/英語 - Bilingual Cantonese / English storytime
Tue, Aug 26, 10:15am - 11:00am
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
**update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served** This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
CareOregon in the Midland Library Lobby
Tue, Aug 26, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Library
2 hrs (30 min setup / takedown) Event is held in lobby (no room reservation necessary)
基础科技辅助 / Chinese Tech Help Drop-In - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 26, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 26, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library
Vietnamese Tech Help Drop In
A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group - Staff / volunteer -led
Tue, Aug 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Program length in minutes: 90 Chairs in a circle
Outdoor Storytime
Tue, Aug 26, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
These story times are held in the outdoor play area of the Midland Library. We have reserved Room C for inclement weather.
Book Babies
Tue, Aug 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months first come, first served**
Cancelled
Lego Club
Tue, Aug 26, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
North Portland Library
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Teen Anime and Manga Club
Tue, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library
View, review, snack and yak about all things anime and manga. We meet the fourth Tuesday of the month to discuss our favorite series, watch anime, read manga, and eat snacks!
Craft Your College Essay
Tue, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
1 hr (30 min setup / takedown) Max attending audience: 20 Teens & parents Presenter available evenings Tues / Thurs Desks with seating, whiteboard + markers
编程乐高 - CL STEAM
Tue, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Code and Build with Lego - Chinese Course
Resume Review Drop-in
Tue, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
Volunteer led, in-person
Adult Craft Night
Tue, Aug 26, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
Duration: 1.5 hrs (30 min setup / breakdown) Max Audience: 15
Книжный клуб для детей - Russian reading club for kids
Tue, Aug 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Russian reading club for kids "Let's read together!"
Queer Youth Club
Tue, Aug 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Youth gay straight alliance This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Adult Maker Time
Tue, Aug 26, 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Makerspace drop in for adults
Registration opens Tuesday, August 5 2025 at 4:45pm
Open Mic and Jam Night - CL A/V
Tue, Aug 26, 5:30pm - 7:15pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B
Instrument jam hosted by Jody
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Aug 26, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Grupo de estudio para adultos del INEA - (Instituto Nacional para la Educación de los Adultos)
Tue, Aug 26, 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room B
Adult study group from INEA, in Spanish
Torus English Class
Tue, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Free ESL Classes
Tutoring for Adults
Tue, Aug 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1C
ESOL, GED, and basic literacy tutoring for adults
Adult Maker Time
Tue, Aug 26, 6:15pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Duration: two 75-minute sessions with a 15-minute room reset between (30 min setup / breakdown)
Registration opens Tuesday, August 5 2025 at 6:15pm
Pajama Storytime
Tue, Aug 26, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Native Family: Native Friends and Family Storytime
Tue, Aug 26, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Native staff-led program
Pajama Storytime
Tue, Aug 26, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 27, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Ayuda Tecnológica / Tech Help Drop-in
Wed, Aug 27, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Holgate Library
Tech Help in Spanish Set up: 15 min Take down: 15 min
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!
Wed, Aug 27, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Makerspace drop-in for teens. No registration is required.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 27, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Book Babies
Wed, Aug 27, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Creative Learning: Maker Club - CL STEAM
Wed, Aug 27, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Tweens and teens can try different tech and maker equipment each week! Experiment with a 3D pen, make a cardboard creation, learn to code with a robot, paint digitally with an iPad, and more.
English Class
Wed, Aug 27, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Free ESL classes
Custom T-Shirt Making - CL STEAM
Wed, Aug 27, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 2A
staff-led event
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Wed, Aug 27, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Resume Review Drop-in
Wed, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Medium Community Room 1J
Volunteer led, in-person
Torus English Class
Wed, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
Free ESL Classes
Resume Review Drop-in
Wed, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Library
Volunteer led, in-person
Create a Resume with Microsoft Word - An Adult Learning Class
Wed, Aug 27, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
Volunteer/Staff led class Max attendance: 9 students Duration: 90 minutes Set up/Take down time: 30 minutes Equipment: Laptops w/ mice, projector
基础科技辅助 / Chinese Tech Help Drop-In - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 11:45am
Central Library
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 28, 10:00am - 11:45am
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 28, 10:15am - 11:00am
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tiny Tots
Thu, Aug 28, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Free Create with a Bambu 3D Printer - CL STEAM
Thu, Aug 28, 10:15am - 1:15pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2A
Already have experience with the library's Bambu 3D printers? Register for this session to use a 3D printer and get help from staff on creating a project of your choice (subject to time limits).
This event is full
Microsoft Word with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Thu, Aug 28, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
Class time: 90 minutes Max attendance: 10 Equip needed: 11 Laptops with Microsoft Office, projector (Contact Tara Nash if you need equipment). **CHANGE DATE OF REGISTRATION OPENING BUT NOT THE TIME!*
Book Babies
Thu, Aug 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
Ages: Birth - 1y **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe para Bebés - Bilingual Book Babies
Thu, Aug 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2B
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Showers and Hygiene Resources
Thu, Aug 28, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Library
Recurring event: Thursdays 11-2pm MID parking lot
Toddler Storytime
Thu, Aug 28, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Get Help from ODHS - formerly known as Resources for Self Sufficiency
Thu, Aug 28, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A
Recurring event: Thursdays from 12-3pm MID, Community Room 1A
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Ayuda Tecnológica / Tech Help Drop-in
Thu, Aug 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library
Tech Help in Spanish Set up: 15 min Take down: 15 min
English Class
Thu, Aug 28, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
Free ESL classes
English Class
Thu, Aug 28, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Free ESL classes
Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!
Thu, Aug 28, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Makerspace drop-in for teens. No registration is required.
Resume Review Drop-in
Thu, Aug 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillsdale Library
Volunteer led, in-person
Video Game Club - For Teens
Thu, Aug 28, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Fairview-Columbia Library - Fairview-Columbia Large Community Room
Duration: 2 hrs
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help - An Adult Learning Service
Thu, Aug 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Gregory Heights Library
Vietnamese Tech Help Drop In
Torus English Class
Thu, Aug 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Free ESL Classes
Resume Review Drop-in
Thu, Aug 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Medium Community Room 2B
Volunteer led, in-person
Family Storytime
Fri, Aug 29, 10:15am - 11:00am
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Book Babies
Fri, Aug 29, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. for infants birth to around 12 months **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tiny Tots
Fri, Aug 29, 10:15am - 11:15am
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Large Community Room A
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Toddler Storytime
Fri, Aug 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Toddler Playtime (ages 2-3 years)
Fri, Aug 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Play and learning go hand in hand.Join other families for a fun playtime (for ages 2-3). As Mr. Rogers said, "... for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood."
Family Storytime
Fri, Aug 29, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Fri, Aug 29, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Black Cultural Center
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Fri, Aug 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library - Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
English Class
Fri, Aug 29, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Free ESL classes
Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!
Fri, Aug 29, 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Makerspace drop-in for teens. No registration is required.
Microsoft Word with Goodwill Industries - An Adult Learning Class
Fri, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Presenter: Goodwill Industries Max attendance: 9 students Duration: 1.5 hours Set up/Take down time: 30 minutes Equipment: Laptops w/ mice, projector
Nintendo Switch
Fri, Aug 29, 2:45pm - 5:15pm
Capitol Hill Library - Capitol Hill Large Community Room
n/a
English Class
Fri, Aug 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
Free ESL classes
Cancelled
Pokemon Club
Fri, Aug 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Kenton Library
Staff led Pokemon card game freeplay for kids and tweens This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed.
Grupo de estudio para adultos del INEA - (Instituto Nacional para la Educación de los Adultos)
Sat, Aug 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room B
Adult study group from INEA, in Spanish
Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 30, 10:15am - 11:15am
Northwest Library - Northwest Large Community Room
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 30, 10:15am - 11:00am
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Rainbow Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 30, 10:15am - 11:00am
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2B
lgbtq+ family storytime This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Cancelled
Family Playtime
Sat, Aug 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
North Portland Library
alternative for storytime breaks This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 30, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Northwest Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Central Library Tour
Sat, Aug 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Central Library
Visit the refreshed Central Library! Central Library, beloved by the community since 1913, is now open with modern enhancements for you to enjoy!
Âm Nhạc - Music with Dean TranDinh
Sat, Aug 30, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A + 1B,Midland Large Community Room 1C
Duration: 30 to 45 mins (30 min setup / breakdown) Max Audience: 50 English and Vietnamese program Needs: Whiteboard + markers, sound system +mic and stand, aux connection, cart for instrument moving
Lego Club
Sat, Aug 30, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 30, 11:15am - 12:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served**
Black Family Storytime
Sat, Aug 30, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Albina Library - Albina Large Community Room 2B
for ages birth - 6 This field is for internal use only. **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served** Please include English translations if needed
Intercambio / Language Exchange
Sat, Aug 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Practice English or Spanish
Cancelled
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Capitol Hill Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Cancelled
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Intercambio / Language Exchange
Sat, Aug 30, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Kenton Library
Practice English or Spanish
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sat, Aug 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Ayuda Tecnológica / Tech Help Drop-in
Sat, Aug 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library
Tech Help in Spanish Set up: 15 min Take down: 15 min
Помощь в работе с электронными устройствами - Russian Tech Help
Sat, Aug 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Midland Library
Program length in minutes: 120 Registration Required
Family Maker Time
Sat, Aug 30, 2:15pm - 3:15pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Duration: two one-hour sessions with a 15-minute room reset between (30 min setup / breakdown)
Registration opens Saturday, August 9 2025 at 2:15pm
Citizenship Class - 12 sessions
Sat, Aug 30, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
12 week citizenship class This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
Hora de Cuentos
Sat, Aug 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Troutdale Library - Troutdale Large Community Room
General transl: interactive program for children 0-6 years old! Activities promote early literacy, reading books, singing, playing and doing crafts. Parents/ siblings/caregivers welcome. in Spanish.
Family Maker Time
Sat, Aug 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1E
Duration: two one-hour sessions with a 15-minute room reset between (30 min setup / breakdown)
Registration opens Saturday, August 9 2025 at 2:30pm
基础科技辅助 / Chinese Tech Help Drop-In - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 31, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 31, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 31, 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Kenton Library - Kenton Large Community Room
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Black Family Storytime: Hip-Hop Summer Jam!
Sun, Aug 31, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
for ages birth - 6 This field is for internal use only. **update long description when requesting to include tickets or first come, first served** Please include English translations if needed
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Sun, Aug 31, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Giờ Gia đình Vui chơi - Vietnamese Family Playtime
Sun, Aug 31, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
early childhood playtime hosted by Vietnamese KSA staff
Citizenship Class - 12 sessions
Sun, Aug 31, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
12 week citizenship class This field is for internal use only. Please include event details or English translations if needed
普通话故事时间 - Chinese (Mandarin) Storytime
Sun, Aug 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Transl: ST presented in Mandarin for ages 0-6 w/ adult. Attendance limited & free tickets are available 15 minutes b4 storytime/Attendance is limited & available on a first come, first served basis.
English Class
Mon, Sep 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1A
Free ESL classes
基础科技辅助 / Chinese Tech Help Drop-In - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Sep 02, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library
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Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Sep 02, 12:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Central Large Community Room 1B
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Sep 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Giờ trợ giúp kỹ thuật bằng tiếng Việt/Vietnamese Tech Help - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Sep 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Holgate Library
Vietnamese Tech Help Drop In
A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group - Staff / volunteer -led
Tue, Sep 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Gregory Heights Library - Gregory Heights Large Community Room
Duration: 1.5 hrs (30 min setup / breakdown) Chairs in a circle
Code and Build with Lego - CL STEAM
Tue, Sep 02, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
For ages 6-10, differs from Lego Club in that it uses specific Lego STEM kits. TLF recognition required if Creative Learning equipment is being used.
Tween Council
Tue, Sep 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1A
Staff-led program, duration: 60 minutes
Music Discovery - A Creative Learning class
Tue, Sep 02, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1F
Music Discovery at the Library is an open lab format where members of the community can use library equipment to learn about making digital and analog music.
Knotty Knitters / Crafty Crocheters
Tue, Sep 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Midland Library - Midland Large Community Room 1A
Volunteer-led program at MID
Tech Help Drop-in - An Adult Learning Service
Tue, Sep 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Hillsdale Library
One-on-one appointment with Tech Helper. They will support questions about mobile devices, websites, getting started with tech, and more.
Grupo de estudio para adultos del INEA - (Instituto Nacional para la Educación de los Adultos)
Tue, Sep 02, 5:30pm - 7:45pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room B
Adult study group from INEA, in Spanish
Lego Club
Tue, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gresham Library - Gresham Large Community Room A
Staff-led program. Duration can vary by location, usually 60-90 minutes
Rules of the Road for Investing with Ara Serjoie
Tue, Sep 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Portland Library - North Portland Large Community Room 2A
Duration: 1 hr Max Attendees: 20
Native Family: Native Friends and Family Storytime
Tue, Sep 02, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Holgate Library - Holgate Large Community Room 1B
Native staff-led program
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