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 3

Showers and Hygiene Resources

Thu Apr 3
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 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

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).

Apr 3

Video Game Club

Thu Apr 3
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 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

Drop-in Violin Lessons

Fri Apr 4
3:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Midland Library

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

Apr 4

Teen Game Night

Fri Apr 4
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Midland Library

Come to the Library and play some fun games like Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, Overcooked, board games, card games, and more! For grades 6 through 12.

Apr 5

Central Library Tour

Sat Apr 5
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!

Apr 5

Teen Gaming Club

Sat Apr 5
11:30 AM - 1:00 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.

Apr 5

Read to the Dogs

Sat Apr 5
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Holgate Library

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

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.

Apr 5

Orientation to Kingian Nonviolence Workshop

Sat Apr 5
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Midland 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.

Apr 5

Herbal Cold Care

Sat Apr 5
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Northwest Library

Springtime can be a true test of our immune system. Discuss trusted herbs to keep on hand for immune support when the first signs of a cold start to appear.

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.

Apr 6

Herbal Cold Care

Sun Apr 6
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Central Library

Springtime can be a true test of our immune system. Discuss trusted herbs to keep on hand for immune support when the first signs of a cold start to appear.

Apr 6

Read to the Dogs

Sun Apr 6
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Northwest Library

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

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!   

Apr 8

A Good Yarn Knitting & Crochet Group

Tue Apr 8
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. 

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

K-12 Virtual Tutoring / Tutoría Virtual

Tue Apr 8
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Online

Virtual Tutoring is for Multnomah County students in grades K-12 who need support in language arts, math, science or social studies.