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Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Our Kids Calendar is packed with family-friendly events happening all around Portland! Please confirm event details with the host— we do our best to keep things accurate, but event details can change!
Portland Book Week starts June 6th, so let's celebrate at the Literacy Kid Lounge! We will have storytime, crafts, bubbles and finish with a balloon drop! Space is limited, so tickets are required. All ages, but geared towards ages 12 months - 5 years.
Portland Book Week starts June 6th, so let's celebrate! We will have storytime, crafts, bubbles and finish with a balloon drop dance party! Space is limited, so tickets are required. All ages, but geared towards Ages 12 months - 5 years.
Calling all dads! Join us for a morning of bonding, bubbles, and book adventures where you and your little one can play, connect, and make memories together!
BOLD invites you to a very special children’s storytime with author Sue Dockstader. Sue will be here to read from The Adventures of Henry the Field Mouse and share her activity book! Join Henry, the tiny but curious field mouse and his wildlife friends on their escapades exploring the English countryside! Children ages 3-7 will be delighted […]
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. Note: two locations for this event on June 7: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM: Northwest Library 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM: Hollywood Library
📍 Little Nestlings Early Learning Center | West Linn, OR 🎟 Free and open to all families! Join us for a magical morning celebrating the wonderful world of ladybugs! This free family event invites young children and their caregivers to explore the joy and beauty these tiny garden helpers bring. 📖 Storytime: The Grouchy Ladybug by Eric […]
Join us every Saturday as Gerard Bardler (the bard of Wonderwood) reads stories and sings songs! Books generously donated by our neighbor’s Twin Rivers Books. Family friend, family fun, FREE!
Saturday baby playgroup is here! We will spend time getting to know other caregivers and their sweet babies. Storytime, music and baby movement, and play will be part of the event. Perfect for ages 0 months to 14 months.
Refresh your bookshelf at our FREE book swap! Bring books your kiddos have outgrown and discover new stories to love. 10 AM to 11 AM ✨We are excited to celebrate Portland Book Week with this fun event! Please bring kids books that are in good condition.
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. Time: 6:15pm-7pm
Join us to celebrate Juneteenth at North Portland! Kids and family will have loads of fun in the first half. Later we'll explore a part of history that has been hidden. Facepainting and crafts start at 4:30, before the event. Kids Junk Orchestra will take you on a musical journey at 5:30. Fun for all ages! […]
Help us kick off summer and summer reading with games and activities for the whole family. Play games in the library and on the Game Truck, do activities, take a photo at the photo booth, and much, much more. Summer has arrived!
Join us every Saturday morning for children’s storytime! Whether an author is here to read their book or our staff is reading a favorite, we’ll feature stories that spread compassion, awareness, and positivity. Children will get a coloring page or sticker to take home too! The shop carries juice, snacks, and other items for kids, […]
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.
Join us every Saturday as Gerard Bardler (the bard of Wonderwood) reads stories and sings songs! Books generously donated by our neighbor’s Twin Rivers Books. Family friend, family fun, FREE!
