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

Apr 30

Showers and Hygiene Resources

Thu Apr 30
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Midland Library

Cultivate Initiatives will be in the Midland parking lot offering free hot showers and other resources, including (while supplies last) clothing and hygiene products.

Apr 30

Creative Learning: Bambu 3D Printer

Thu Apr 30
2:15 PM - 3:45 PM
Holgate 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.

Apr 30

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Thu Apr 30
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.

Apr 30

Video Game Club - For Teens

Thu Apr 30
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Fairview-Columbia Library

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

Apr 30

Community Music Center Violin Lessons

Thu Apr 30
3:30 PM - 5:45 PM
Kenton Library

Learn to play the violin in a welcoming environment! Open to ages 8 and up, this program lets you explore the instrument with guidance from a dedicated instructor.

Apr 30

Creative Learning: Bambu 3D Printer

Thu Apr 30
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Holgate 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.

Apr 30

Video Game Club - For Teens

Thu Apr 30
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Rockwood Library

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

May 1

Hillsdale Chess Club

Fri May 1
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Hillsdale Library

Come play chess at Hillsdale Library with friends and neighbors. All experience levels are welcome! A facilitator will be onsite to help with rules, tips, or competition. 

May 1

Guitar & Ukulele Lessons

Fri May 1
2:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Midland Library

Learn to play the guitar or ukulele in a welcoming environment!

May 1

Teen drop-in: Get creative at the makerspace!

Fri May 1
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.

May 1

Video Game Club - For Teens

Fri May 1
4:15 PM - 5:30 PM
Midland Library

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

May 1

Teen Council

Fri May 1
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Capitol Hill 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!

May 1

Read to the Dogs

Fri May 1
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Woodstock Library

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

May 2

Central Library Tour

Sat May 2
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Central Library

Central Library, beloved by the community since 1913, is now open with modern enhancements for you to enjoy!  

May 2

Teen Gaming Club

Sat May 2
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Holgate Library

Do you like to game? Are you in middle or high school? If so, join our gaming club! We'll play games, talk about games and eat snacks.

May 2

AANHPI: Portland Taiko Drumming

Sat May 2
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Albina Library

Geared towards younger audiences, this interactive taiko performance features taiko songs, storytelling, education about different taiko drums and sounds that drums make, and an opportunity for the

May 3

Introduction to Digital Photography

Sun May 3
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Northwest Library

This introductory course is designed for absolute beginners and those looking to move beyond automatic camera settings.

May 3

Read to the Dogs

Sun May 3
3:30 PM - 4:45 PM
Kenton Library

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

May 4

Mahjong at the Library

Mon May 4
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.