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May 2

Family Storytime

Thu May 2
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Troutdale Library

*Troutdale Library staff will let families in to attend this before hours storytime starting at 9:00 am and until we reach capacity. Troutdale Library opens to the public at 10 am.*

Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and literacy skills.

Attendance is limited to first come, first serve. Older siblings welcome. 

May 2

Family Storytime Online

Thu May 2
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Online

Join us for an online storytime for ages birth - 6 and their favorite adult with fun books, songs, rhymes, and more!

This program is intended for children and their caregivers. Participants may be asked to identify themselves either through camera, chat, or by unmuting. If you would like to attend as an observer, please contact us at 503.988.5123.

May 2

Toddler Storytime

Thu May 2
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Capitol Hill Library

Toddlers (with a favorite adult) enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

May 2

Family Storytime

Thu May 2
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Troutdale Library

Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and literacy skills.

Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
 

May 2

Toddler Storytime

Thu May 2
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Capitol Hill Library

Toddlers (with a favorite adult) enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

May 2

AANHPI: Hula for the Family

Thu May 2
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Capitol Hill Library

Learn Hawaiian language, songs and a simple hula dance in a warm, welcoming environment.

May 2

Graphic Novel Club grades 4-5

Thu May 2
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Hollywood Library

Kids in grades 4-5 are invited to talk about graphic novels and eat snacks! Every meeting includes a short activity related to this month's book. A limited number of books are available for pick up at the library.

May 2

Hora De Cuentos

Thu May 2
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Rockwood Library

¡Vengan a disfrutar y divertirse en este programa interactivo para niños de 0 a 6 años! Ofrecemos actividades que promueven la alfabetización temprana, leyendo libros, cantando, jugando y haciendo manualidades. Los padres de familia, hermanos mayores de 6 años y cuidadores son bienvenidos. Este programa se presenta en español.

Apoyado por donaciones a La Fundación de la Biblioteca

May 3

Toddler Playtime (ages 2-3 years)

Fri May 3
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Hollywood Library

Play and learning go hand in hand. While our storytimes are on break, join other families for a fun playtime (for ages 2-3) with books, toys, music, and all the room you need to learn through play. As Mr. Rogers said, "... for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood."

May 3

Tiny Tots

Fri May 3
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Belmont Library

One-year-olds (with a favorite adult) enjoy songs, movement activities, rhymes, books and playtime. This action-packed program engages new walkers in language-based activities.

Attendance is limited and free tickets are available 15 minutes before storytime.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

May 3

Preschool Storytime

Fri May 3
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Kenton Library

Children from ages 3 to 6 (with a favorite adult) have fun with engaging books, songs and activities as they build their early literacy skills.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

Attendance is limited to first come, first served. 

May 3

Tiny Tots

Fri May 3
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Capitol Hill Library

One-year-olds (with a favorite adult) enjoy songs, movement activities, rhymes, books and playtime. This action-packed program engages new walkers in language-based activities. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

May 3

Tiny Tots

Fri May 3
10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
Woodstock Library

One-year-olds (with a favorite adult) enjoy songs, movement activities, rhymes, books and playtime. This action-packed program engages new walkers in language-based activities.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

May 3

Toddler Storytime

Fri May 3
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Central Library

Toddlers (with a favorite adult) enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills.

Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

May 3

Toddler Storytime

Fri May 3
11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Woodstock Library

Toddlers (with a favorite adult) enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

May 3

Rainbow Family Storytime

Fri May 3
11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Gregory Heights Library

Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books highlighting LGBTQ+ families, along with songs, rhymes and movement activities building language, literacy, and community in an identity-supporting environment.

Attendance is limited to first come, first served. 

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

May 3

Music and Dance

Fri May 3
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
Capitol Hill Library

Enjoy songs, rhymes, rhythm and dance in this active program for children ages 0 to 6 and their parents or caregivers. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.

Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.

May 3

Read to the Dogs

Fri May 3
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Woodstock Library

Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog. The dogs and handlers are from Alliance of Therapy Dogs, Dove Lewis Portland Area Canine Therapy Teams and Pet Partners®. Call 503.988.5123 to register.

May 3

Pokemon Club

Fri May 3
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Kenton Library

Are you a Pokémon card fan? If so, join us for some Pokémon free-play! For kids new to Pokémon and experts alike, focusing on cards and Pokémon TCG. Ideal for Grades 3-8, but all Pokémon-loving kids (and their grownups who want to learn more) are welcome!

May 3

Русская культура и фольклор / Russian Culture & Folk Art

Fri May 3
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Troutdale Library

Программу ведет профессиональный автор-иллюстратор детских книг Юлия Тихонова.

В первой половине программы читаем и обсуждаем народные сказки, во второй - рисуем, делаем маски.

Программа проводится на русском языке и рассчитана на детей 5-9 лет и их родителей.