New Midland Library opens October 26 with ribbon cutting ceremony

PORTLAND, Ore.--October 25, 2024

Multnomah County Library is excited to celebrate the grand opening of the brand new Midland Library with two, fun-filled days of activities for the community and you’re invited. These events will run from Saturday, October 26 to Sunday, October 27 beginning with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Saturday, October 26. 

Ribbon cutting ceremony 

What: Midland Library ribbon cutting ceremony as part of Multnomah County Library Capital Building Projects, brief remarks and photo opportunity

When: Saturday, October 26, 9:30-10 am

Where: Midland Library (805 SE 122nd Avenue, Portland, OR 97233)

Multnomah County Chair Jessica Vega Pederson will join Midland Library’s ribbon cutting ceremony along with District 3 Commissioner Julia Brim-Edwards; Director of Libraries Annie Lewis; and Community Design Advocate Jay Tang. 

Following the remarks and ribbon cutting, community celebrations will begin with the White Lotus Dance Team, followed by hula, Bollywood dance and more. Patrons can stay up-to-date on the library website

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About Multnomah County Library

A treasured community institution since 1864, Multnomah County Library is one of the nation’s busiest public library systems, providing social, educational and cultural programs, resources and services, online and through its 19 public locations. With an eye toward the future of community-centered spaces, the library is working to build, rebuild or expand nine libraries through a voter approved capital bond. In addition to being Oregon’s largest provider of free internet access, the library offers millions of print and digital resources, in multiple languages for people of all ages. From kindergarten readiness to job training, computer-assisted design and 3D printing, the library supports all people in their pursuits to connect, learn and create. Learn more at multcolib.org