Events & Classes

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Apr 1

Makerspace drop-in for teens

Tue Apr 1
2:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Rockwood Library

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more.

For teens in grades 6-12.

Apr 1

Code and Build with Lego

Tue Apr 1
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Holgate Library

Come explore science, technology, engineering, math and robotics concepts with Lego STEM kits in a hands-on, fun, and engaging environment. Kids grow their critical thinking, coding, and design skills as a team and gain real-world problem solving experience through a guided, global robotics program, helping them build a better future. For kids ages 6-10. First come, first served.   

Apr 1

First Tuesday Family STEM Night

Tue Apr 1
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Gregory Heights Library

Let's explore! Have fun with science, technology, engineering and math with hands-on, sensory-friendly activities. Especially for children ages 3-8 and their families.

Apr 1

Lego Club

Tue Apr 1
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Gresham Library

Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session. We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.  

Apr 2

Makerspace drop-in for teens

Wed Apr 2
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Rockwood Library

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more.

For teens in grades 6-12.

Apr 3

Makerspace drop-in for teens

Thu Apr 3
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Rockwood Library

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more.

For teens in grades 6-12.

Apr 3

Kids Creation Club

Thu Apr 3
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Hillsdale Library

Week 1: Collaborative Art (quilt, collage, collaborative drawing, gratitude tree, etc.)
Week 2: Lego Lab
Week 3: Afternoon Art take home craft (exploring watercolors, sculpture with air dry clay, pom pom animals, collage, etc.)
Week 4: STEAM Studio (Science/Engineering, Rube Goldberg Machines, Cardboard construction, Sphero obstacle courses, Minute to Win It Challenges, Marble Runs, etc.)

Apr 3

Free Create With the Glowforge Laser Cutter

Thu Apr 3
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Midland Library

Already have experience with a Glowforge laser cutter? Register for this session to use the cutter and get help from staff on creating a project of your choice (subject to time limits). A selection of laser-safe materials will be available for you to use.

Space is limited and registration is required.

Apr 4

Makerspace drop-in for teens

Fri Apr 4
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Rockwood Library

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more.

For teens in grades 6-12.

Apr 4

Lego Club

Fri Apr 4
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Northwest Library

Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session. We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.

Apr 5

Lego Club

Sat Apr 5
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Central Library

Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session. We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome. 

Apr 5

Paper Circuits: Stories that Spark for Kids with Tinker Camp

Sat Apr 5
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Gregory Heights Library

We all have a story to tell. Construct a one-of-a-kind interactive storyboard or card that tells your story. Learn simple electronic circuitry by using assorted papers, card stock, art-supplies, copper tape, LED lights and batteries. Let your imagination spark with Tinker Camp, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting STEAM education in your community! Recommended for kids 8 years and older.

Apr 5

Family Maker Time

Sat Apr 5
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Rockwood Library

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more. Space is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-ups start outside the makerspace at 2:30. No advance registration.

Children in fifth grade or under must be accompanied by an attentive adult or teen.   

Apr 5

Family Maker Time

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

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more. Space is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Sign-ups start outside the makerspace at 2:30. No advance registration.

Children in fifth grade or under must be accompanied by an attentive adult or teen.   

Apr 7

Teen Crafternoon!

Mon Apr 7
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Gresham Library

 Teens are invited to chill out and come work on crafts! Materials provided!   

 Work on the DIY craft of the week, or do your own thing with our location's craft materials! Sew, paint, glue, make, design; the sky's your limit! Learn alongside others, share your knowledge and explore new ways of making things!   

Apr 8

Makerspace drop-in for teens

Tue Apr 8
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Rockwood Library

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more.

For teens in grades 6-12.

Apr 8

Lego Club

Tue Apr 8
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
North Portland Library

Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session. We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.

Apr 8

Lego Club

Tue Apr 8
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
North Portland Library

Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session. We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.

Apr 8

编程乐高 / Code and Build with Lego

Tue Apr 8
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Holgate Library

使用乐高 STEM 套件来探索科学、技术、工程、数学和机器人概念。孩子们以团队的形式培养创意思考、编码和设计技能,并透过指导的全球编程计划,逐步获得处理现实世界问题的经验。

适合 6-10 岁及以上儿童。先到先得。

本活动由图书馆基金会赞助。图书馆基金会是非营利性质的在地机构,透过向图书馆捐赠的私募方式运作,致力于促进图书馆的领导、创新,以及影响力。


Code and Build with Legos

Apr 9

Makerspace drop-in for teens

Wed Apr 9
2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Rockwood Library

What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality with 3D printers, craft cutters, laser cutter, sewing machines, art supplies and more.

For teens in grades 6-12.