Mychal Threets is coming to Portland — and he’s bringing everything that makes him one of the most beloved advocates for libraries, young people, and the power of reading.
Mychal will be reading his new picture book as part of the program, and there will also be a fireside chat about literacy and All Hands Raised’s work on educational equity in the community. Audience Q&A and a book signing with Mychal will be part of the evening as well.
Tickets
Families welcome! Tickets are: $25 for adults and teens 13+ / $5 for kids under 13. Or pay what you can as a donation. We also have a limited number of free tickets.
To inquire about free tickets, contact: valerie@allhandsraised.org
About Mychal Threets
Mychal Threets, known as Mychal the Librarian, is a PBS Kids resident librarian, literacy advocate, and host of the revival of Reading Rainbow on KidZuko. With 2 million+ followers across TikTok and Instagram, he’s one of the most joyful voices in literacy advocacy in the country and the author of I’m So Happy You’re Here: A Celebration of Library Joy (Penguin, 2026).
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— LOGISTICS —
Thursday, June 4, 2026
Alberta Abbey
126 NE Alberta St.
Portland, OR
Parking & Venue Info
Alberta Abbey is located in NE Portland’s King Neighborhood, 2 blocks west of MLK Blvd on Alberta. Parking near the venue is extremely limited.
Go here to learn more about Alberta Abbey, where to park, food & beverages and more.
— ABOUT THE EVENT HOST —
All Hands Raised works to change systems to advance educational equity for every child in Multnomah County—from cradle to career.
Official Event Page
Learn more and stay up-to-date about this event here.
Questions?
Valerie Plummer: valerie@allhandsraised.org
Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
