Teens

Get involved at your neighborhood library! Councils meet twice monthly and work with library staff to improve services. Members earn volunteer hours. Middle and high school students can join teen council; younger youth (ages 9-12) can join tween council.

Teen lists

Events

Mar 15

Read to the Dogs

This event has been canceled
Sun Mar 15
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Kenton Library

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

Mar 16

Mahjong at the Library

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

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

Mar 16

Introducción a la impresión 3D

Mon Mar 16
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Albina Library

Aprendan a preparar un modelo 3D pre diseñado para imprimirlo usando la impresora Bambu X1 Carbon de la biblioteca. Después experimenten con el modelado 3D. Se proveerán todos los materiales.

Mar 17

A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group

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

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

Mar 17

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Tue Mar 17
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Rockwood Library

Calling all teens in grades 6-12! Come make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people in this teen-focused creative space.

Mar 17

You Too Can Craft! Crochet Granny Squares

Tue Mar 17
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Holgate Library

Crocheted granny squares have a long history and can be used to make many things. In this class you will learn how to make a basic granny square.

Mar 17

Read to the Dogs

Tue Mar 17
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Capitol Hill Library

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

Mar 17

Teen Council

Tue Mar 17
4:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Midland Library

Join us for teen council. It’s a fun way to make new friends, earn volunteer hours by helping your library and your community — AND get free snacks!

Mar 17

Creative Learning: Bambu 3D Printer

Tue Mar 17
4:15 PM - 5:45 PM
Albina Library

Use a 3D printer and get help from staff on creating a project of your choice (subject to time limits). No experience necessary! A selection of colors of PLA will be available for you to use.

Mar 17

Queer Youth Club

Tue Mar 17
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Albina Library

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

Mar 17

Music Discovery

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

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

Mar 17

Knotty Knitters / Crafty Crocheters

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

Do you have knitting and/or crocheting projects that you’d love to get finished? Or new ones you want to start? Please join us on Tuesdays for yarn work and fun! All ages and abilities welcome.

Mar 17

Open Mic and Jam Night

Tue Mar 17
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
North Portland Library

This free event welcomes musicians, poets, comedians, dancers and creatives of all ages, styles, and skill levels.

Mar 17

Creative Learning: Bambu 3D Printer

Tue Mar 17
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Albina Library

Use a 3D printer and get help from staff on creating a project of your choice (subject to time limits). No experience necessary! A selection of colors of PLA will be available for you to use.

Mar 18

Creative Learning: Glowforge Laser Cutter

Wed Mar 18
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Midland Library

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

Mar 18

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Wed Mar 18
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Rockwood Library

Calling all teens in grades 6-12! Come make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people in this teen-focused creative space.

Mar 18

Read to the Dogs

Wed Mar 18
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Hillsdale Library

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

Mar 18

Portland Puzzlers

Wed Mar 18
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Midland Library

Join fellow puzzlers to tackle 1000-piece challenges! These pieces feature everything from surreal art to suspiciously smug-looking cats.

Mar 18

Albina Music Club

Wed Mar 18
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Albina Library

Albina Music Club is a convenient drop-in style program, making it easy to fit into your schedule.