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

Jun 15

Mahjong at the Library

Mon Jun 15
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Troutdale Library

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

Jun 15

Introducción al corte con láser con el Glowforge

Mon Jun 15
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Albina Library

¡Aprendan a diseñar un llavero de acrílico con la aplicación web Glowforge, preparen su proyecto para producción y envíen su creación a la cortadora láser!

Jun 16

Juneteenth: Food Sovereignty through Gardening

Tue Jun 16
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
North Portland Library

We will explore food sovereignty through gardening. Learn about seed saving, planning small space gardens, and easy to grow herbs with ALife Allah!

Jun 16

Teens: Earn-a-Bike Repair Workshop

Tue Jun 16
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Rockwood Library

Gain hands-on experience by repairing a bike provided by Bike Works by p:ear. Bike mechanics will guide you through some basic bike repairs on a BMX bike.

Jun 16

A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group

Tue Jun 16
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.

Jun 16

Fiber Friends: Knit & Crochet Tweens & Teens Beginners Class

Tue Jun 16
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Midland Library

Tweens and teens are invited to learn to knit, crochet, or both!  Make a small craft while learning about basic stitches, terminology, how to pick a needle and more.  All materials and su

Jun 16

Read to the Dogs

Tue Jun 16
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Hollywood Library

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. For kids and teens. Call 503.988.5123 to register or stop by the library.

Jun 16

Queer Youth Club

Tue Jun 16
4:30 PM - 6:00 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.

Jun 16

Creative Learning: Glowforge Laser Cutter

Tue Jun 16
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Albina 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!

Jun 16

Music Discovery

Tue Jun 16
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!

Jun 16

Gaming: Unplugged

Tue Jun 16
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
East County Library

Put down the screens and play some games the old fashioned way. Grades 6-12

Jun 16

Knotty Knitters / Crafty Crocheters

Tue Jun 16
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?

Jun 17

Creative Learning: Glowforge Laser Cutter

Wed Jun 17
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!

Jun 17

Teens: Earn-a-Bike Repair Workshop

Wed Jun 17
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Rockwood Library

Gain hands-on experience by repairing a bike provided by Bike Works by p:ear. Bike mechanics will guide you through some basic bike repairs on a BMX bike.

Jun 17

Read to the Dogs

Wed Jun 17
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Sellwood-Moreland Library

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

Jun 17

Albina Music Club

Wed Jun 17
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. Join quick sessions that provide insight and tips! Create and connect with fellow music lovers.

Jun 17

非物质文化遗产系列 - 新科技纸雕

Wed Jun 17
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Holgate Library

纸雕,起源于中国汉代,为中国最古老的民间艺术之一;是以纸为创作素材,刻刀与剪刀为工具,经过画、雕刻、剪裁等一系列工序,做出具有美感的手工艺技术。


科技日新月异,我们将一起透过新式的自动切割机器,切割出我们想要的图案,再动手进行加工,转贴、转印至其他物件表面。先到先得。

Jun 17

Juneteenth: Orientation to Kingian Nonviolence Workshop

Wed Jun 17
5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Rockwood Library

This two-hour overview of Kingian Nonviolence explores how the philosophy of nonviolence can be applied to confront injustices and build towards the Beloved Community. By discussing Dr.

Jun 18

Showers and Hygiene Resources

Thu Jun 18
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.