Join community artist, teacher, and storyteller Drea Robideau to learn Native Games and explore the healing power of play!
Made possible by The Library Foundation through support from The Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Fund.
Join for Nora Ephronās endlessly charming Youāve Got Mail, the cozy, bookish romantic comedy that makes the dial-up internet age feel magical. Grab a bingo card curated by Violet Hex and play along as Kathleen Kelly and Joe Fox fall in love one anonymous email at a time.
Book superstore magnate Joe Fox (Tom Hanks) and independent book shop owner Kathleen Kelly (Meg Ryan) fall in love in the anonymity of the Internetāboth blissfully unaware that heās trying to put her out of business.
1998. Directed by Nora Ephron. Runtime: 1hr 59min. Rated PG.
Join us the night before the full Portland Book Festival begins as authors Michelle St. Romain, Tara Badstubner, and Liz Collins discuss their recently released novels and the remarkable animals who play starring roles in their work. The evening will include interesting discussion, Q&A, and music by Free the Internet, a Portland area band. Animal-themed trivia will be sprinkled throughout the evening, with great prizes available, including copies of the books and other swag.
Dia de los Muertos CelebrationMonday, November 2 | 7:00-8:00 PMā ā| $5/person, tickets hereā ā| SELLWOOD community houseJoin us in making crafts & enjoying the loteria game!Enjoy traditional pan de muerto, warm hot chocolate, as we come together to celebrate this beautiful tradition. Everyone is welcome! We look forward to celebrating with you.Click Here to Purchase Tickets
PLUS PLUS Bizarre Bazaar is a brand new market bringing together a curated group of artists, publishers, exhibitors, game designers, community organizations, indie distributors, and creative collectives. It is free and open to the public. Stop by to browse and shop artist editions, books, comics, zines, physical media, prints, apparel, games, and more- then stick around to connect with the people who make it all happen!
Film & New MediaFirst Friday ā November 6th: āThankful for YOU (and pie :)) Multicultural Celebration!ā We love the fall and we are SO thankful for you! We all come from different places and have different heritages and we want to celebrate that. Our diversity makes us special and interesting! Bring your friends and family downtown for pie tastings, pie raffles, a pie walk dance party, multicultural displays and so much more!
Start your evening at the DCA tables in the Fuel Medical lobby, 314 NE Birch St. See you in beautiful Downtown Camas for all the fall fun!
Explore creativity, history, and connection through a hands-on program for adults. Participants will learn about a variety of quilting traditions, then use interlocking bricks to create their own unique compositions. This is a six-class series, and participants will attend all six classes. Classes meet Mondays from 1:30ā3:00 p.m.: October 5, 12, and 19; no class October 26; then November 2, 9, and 16. Call 503-655-8540 to register or join the wait list.
š Saturday, November 14 ā¢ 10:00 AM
š Lower Level, H&M Court
šļø Free ā¢ All Ages Welcome
Get ready for the magic of the season! Santa arrives at Vancouver Mall right at 10:00 AM ā donāt be late to catch his grand entrance!
Enjoy free family fun from 10:00ā12:00 AM, including:
After the excitement, families can take professional photos with Santa through Cherry Hill Photo ā no reservations needed, first come, first served. Photo packages are available for purchase onsite.
If youād like to make a reservation, click here!
Capture the joy, make magical memories, and kick off your holiday season at Vancouver Mall!
One Warm Coat Donation DriveDonate a coat to the Share the Warmth coat drive during the Santa Arrival Celebration event for a chance to win a free Santa photo package! A donation bin will be marked at the event, where you can complete your entry with the team. Help us warm someoneās winter this season through our One Warm Coat Donation Drive.
Polish those D10s and shuffle your cards because OMSI After Dark: Game On! is back. Whether youāre a historian of retro gaming, an expert in dueling, or a card deck collector, this event is friendly for all players.
OMSI After Dark is a monthly event for guests 21 and over to explore the museum with a beverage in hand. On top of being able to roam the museum without minors, the added bonus of these events is the curated vendors and lectures relating to the monthly theme. The Planetarium will host four shows, and the Featured Exhibit is open for an additional fee. This monthās vendors and lectures will focus on gaming, but there will not be an exhibit on it. Check out the list of vendors below to see who is coming.
Picture a Sunday night with family and friends around watching a movie and playing games. Come to our Soulful Sundays at Albina! Play Spades, Dominos, Uno and more! Happening every 1st and 2nd Sunday of the month through November! All ages are welcome.
Featured Film: MARY LOU WILLIAMS: THE LADY WHO SWINGS THE BAND (running time 1Hr 10min)
Itās simple. They play bingo to the most awesome movie cliches ever committed to celluloid, like ālong boring scene or male ponytail," "teamed up with rookie or animal," and "white suit or tropical ending.ā For maybe the first time in a theater, see the relatives and employees of A-list actors you know and love, like Sylvester Stallone, whose brother bears a remarkable resemblance to him. Compete for prizes. Yell at your fellow movie nerds over the elusive and mysterious āblank square!ā Relax: itās B-Movie Bingo.
Every first Tuesday of the month at 7:30 pm, Hollywood Theater plays B-Movie Bingo, a game that is exactly like it sounds. Or more.
Cost: $10 - $12Each fall, Columbia Play Project celebrates of creativity, engineering, imagination, and play with Bricktastic!
Bricktastic! brings together children, families, hobbyists, artists, engineers, educators, and LEGO enthusiasts for a day filled with building challenges, collaborative engineering, creative showcases, and hands-on STREAM experiences inspired by the power of play.
In the weeks leading up to Bricktastic!, participants can attend special workshops where they explore robotics, simple machines, architecture, storytelling, animation, and engineering while creating original LEGO projects to display during the festival.
The event culminates in a community showcase where builders proudly exhibit their creations and everyone experiences Columbia Play Projectās Mobile Childrenās Museum through hands-on activities designed to inspire curiosity long after the event ends.
Bricktastic! demonstrates what childrenās museums do best: transform play into meaningful learning.
A welcoming space for queer women, sapphics, and trans and nonbinary people over 40, as well as those interested in dating them. This gathering offers a relaxed way to connect through games, crafts, conversation, and activities such as trivia, puzzles, and Q&A in rotating small groups. It is not speed dating, and it creates opportunities to meet people interested in both friendship and relationships while building community. Registration is $10. Photos may be taken and used for future promotional purposes.
Registration Required
Join us for book discussion, trivia questions, and crafting centered around the Grades 3-5 OBOB books! Registration opens for each session 45 days prior.
Learn the building blocks of a great scene through playful storytelling, character choices, and TTRPG-inspired adventures! For kids in grades 3-5 with an adult.
Join us in the Community Room for Lego fun & engineering. Grades K-5. No registration required.
Celebrate Dinovember with dinosaur trivia and crafts! Play solo or as part of a team. Test your knowledge and win bragging rights!
Get ready for a sweet and festive time at our Gingerbread Bash! Come dressed in your favorite ugly Christmas sweater and join us for a fun-filled celebration as we decorate gingerbread mangers, play exciting games, sip on delicious hot chocolate, and enjoy the joy of the Christmas season together!
Most importantly, weāll discover the true meaning of Christmas as we learn about Jesus and celebrate the greatest gift of all, His birth!
Tickets are only $10/family. We hope to see you here on Friday, November 20th at 6:30pm!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.
Celebrate Radical Harvestās first anniversary at a fully indoor craft market featuring more than 30 local artists and sustainability-minded makers. Browse handmade art, home decor, jewelry, candles, clothing, ceramics, plants, sweets, and many other goods. The pop-up community center also features an onsite bar, a free craft supply swap, DIY junk journaling, mending and upcycling, gift wrapping, games, giveaways, community resources, a food pantry, a photobooth, and flash tattoos. Admission is free, and all ages are welcome.
Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is perfect for youth of all ages to experience hands-on learning and exploration.
Explore our flight simulator lab featuring Kerbal Space Program and Microsoft Flight Simulator, a vertical wind table, and historic airplanes and collections on display. Our various educational programs are designed to spark curiosity and encourage discovery.
Admission is free for all ages, making this a perfect outing for families, school groups, and community organizations.
Please note that children must be accompanied by an adult when attending Open Saturday.
š Galaxy Games Friday Fun Night! š
Get ready for an out-of-this-world night of adventure at Kids Club on Friday, November 13, 2026!
This is a fundraiser for Chinook Elementary!
Proceeds will go toward new RECESS EQUIPMENT for this school year!
Blast off into the world of Galaxy Games where young space explorers will race through the Spaceship Relay, battle it out in an exciting Lightsaber Battle, compete in Galaxy Ball, complete space-themed challenges, create a fun take-home craft, enjoy gymnastics room fun, and work together to complete an evening full of excitement, surprises, and out-of-this-world fun!
Event Details
š Drop-Off: 6:30 PM ā 7:00 PM
š Pick-Up: 9:30 PM ā 10:00 PM
š Whatās Included: Event admission, cheese pizza, and a drink
š² Cost: $39.99 per child
Kids in the 4ā6 age group will not have the opportunity to purchase snacks at the cafĆ© during dinner timeāhowever, youāre welcome to pack them additional snacks!
Kids in the 1stā5th grade age group will have the chance to purchase snacks at the cafĆ© during dinner timeāor youāre welcome to pack them additional snacks!
Important Notes
ā¢ Children must be able to stay with the group, follow directions, and be fully toilet-trained (no diapers or pull-ups).
ā¢ Students in the 4ā6 year old group may not join the older group due to safety and activity appropriateness.
ā¢ Please bring a labeled water bottle for your child. š§
ā¢ Please leave toys at home so they donāt get lost during activities. š§ø
ā¢ Donāt forget to wear socks! š§¦
š Get ready for Galaxy Games!š
Join Family Rhythms & Radiate Coffee and Community for a Grand Opening Celebration! There will be live music, family activities, raffle prizes, a makers market, games, coffee, & treats.
Wildwood is the first book in the New York Times best-selling fantasy series full of magic, wonder, and danger from Colin Meloy, lead singer of the highly celebrated band the Decemberists, and Carson Ellis, the award-winning illustrator of Du Iz Tak and Home. Soon to be a major motion picture from LAIKA, the studio behind Coraline. Look for it on October 23, 2026! Moderated by Andrew Proctor.
About Wildwood:Prue McKeelās life is ordinary. She lives in Portland, Oregon, where it rains a lot. She has a mother and a father and a baby brother. Ordinary. At least until her brother is abducted by a flock of crows. And then things get really weird.
You see, on every map of Portland there is a big splotch of green in the center of the city labeled āI.W.ā This stands for āImpassable Wilderness.ā No oneās ever gone in ā or at least returned to tell of it.
And this is where the crows take her brother.
So begins an adventure that will take Prue and her friend Curtis deep into the Impassable Wilderness. There they uncover a secret world in the midst of violent upheaval, a world full of warring creatures, peaceable mystics and powerful figures with the darkest intentions. And what begins as a rescue mission becomes something much bigger as the two friends find themselves entwined in a struggle for the very freedom of this wilderness.
A wilderness the locals call Wildwood.
WILDWOOD is a spellbinding tale full of wonder, danger, and magic that juxtaposes the thrill of a secret world and modern city life. Original and fresh yet steeped in classic fantasy, this is a novel that could have only come from the imagination of Colin Meloy, celebrated for his inventive and fantastic storytelling as the lead singer of the Decemberists. With dozens of intricate and beautiful illustrations by award-winning artist Carson Ellis, WILDWOOD is truly a new classic for the twenty-first century.
Toddlers (with a favorite adult) enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills. Attendance is limited and free tickets are available 15 minutes before storytime.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
Join community artist, teacher, and storyteller Drea to learn Native Games and explore the healing power of play! Andrea Robideau (Sisseton-Wahpeton Oyate; White Earth Nation Anishinaabe and Lipan Apache) is a local educator and frequent presenter at the library.
Join us in store for a LEGO Holiday themed mini build event. This event is perfect for ages 10+ and LEGO enthusiasts of all ages are welcome!
Kits are limited while supplies last. Contact our store for more information on how to reserve a spot for this event.
Looking for educational fun? We're the place! Imaginations will soar as you develop problem solving skills and appreciation for the world around you. Increase your knowledge of science through hands-on experiments, games and craft projects. Let's explore!
Ages: At least 4 but less than 7
Openings: 0
Join us for a wild evening of games (board, RPG, cards, and retro video games head to head!) and fun! ODD Mondays feature Karaoke with a retro twist, decade costumes encouraged!
Suggested donation is $5-10 and refreshments are available from The Riff service counter. Craft kit bundle deal: $15-20 for craft kit and one free drink from the bar!
ALL AGES. 21+ID required for alcoholic beverages.
Enjoy a relaxed gathering in Lake Oswego where participants build a LEGO project to take home. Hosted by The Connection Club with support from The Autism Society of Oregon and Kangaroo Care, it provides all the bricks along with light snacks and drinks. Admission is free with registration. This program meets on the first Wednesday of each month.
Become the owner of a pizza parlor and create your own pizza pies using felt ingredients during our Pizza Parlor imaginative play. Weāll learn some basic math skills while āsellingā your pizzas to friends and family.
Drop in anytime between 2:30ā3:30 pm.
Ages 5ā9
Volunteer Opportunity Help create a welcoming and inclusive community gathering by greeting guests and engaging with children, seniors, adults with disabilities, and caregivers to foster connection and belonging. About the Program Miah Families mission is to ignite hope and belonging through regular connection among children, families, seniors, caregivers, and adults with disabilities. About the Project Volunteers will help complete the mission by making the guests feel welcomed, connected, and thriving for the afternoon. Volunteers for the day will help with the set-up and take-down of the event. They will be stationed at either a food/snack table, a craft table, a game table, the welcome table, or as a greeter. Each volunteer will make the guests feel welcomed for the meet-up. One main role of the volunteer, is to walk around and engage with the guests. Miah works with adults with disabilities, seniors, children, and the caretakers. Volunteers will learn skills in communicating with people other than themselves. They will learn to interact with adults with disabilities, seniors, and children. The goal of the meet-up is for group involvement, that better together is better than being alone. There are 3 shifts needed (but timing can be flexible) Shift 1: 12-2pm Shift 2: 1-3pm Shift 3: 2-4pm To Register, hit the "I want to Volunteer" button at: āmiahfamilies.org Project Requirements Requirements Age: Volunteers of all ages are welcome; under 14 must attend with a parent or adult chaperone. Notices Referral Opportunity: This opportunity is run directly by one of our nonprofit partners. After you express interest, the partner will contact you with next steps and confirmation details. Hands On Greater Portland Hours: Your hours may not appear in your Hands On account because this is a partnerāmanaged opportunity.
Come celebrate America's 250th Anniversary with stories, games, and crafts.
This BIPOC support space is facilitated by Sielo KaĆ Solar (he/him/el), a peer support worker who identifies as 2S, trans, disabled, mixed race, and a first-generation Mexican-American. As an artist, abolitionist, and community-centered facilitator, Sielo brings a warm, creative, and welcoming energy to the space.
Participants are invited to gather in a relaxed and flexible environment to snack, make art, chat, and play games as they wish. This space is intended to foster connection, creativity, and community care, allowing everyone to show up as they are and engage in ways that feel most comfortable.
What is a Junior Teen Idea Club? Tweens are invited to gather in the teen area of the library with their friends, eat some snacks, and share their interests. Help US to create exciting programs and events just for YOU. Monthly meetings will be on third Thursdays right after early release from school. The program will be a combination of hanging out, fun crafts, games, brainstorming, and talking about books. This program is designed to give you a chance to make the library everything you want it to be.
Designed for 5th to 8th grade. This program is free, with no registration required. The Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact the Youth & Teen Services Librarians at 503-697-6580 or [email protected].
Kick back with your friends, get creative, or just chill. We've got comfy spots, board games, art supplies, and plenty of video games. It's the perfect spot to hang out and meet new people. For ages 12-18.
Spark your imagination and build your STEM skills using LEGOĀ® bricks, blocks, boxes, and other fun materials.
For ages 5ā12
Every Monday night starting in November, Iāll be at Treebeerdās! For November, see our 6 week crafting cohort page, with options for 6-week cohort, 2-week bundle, and single night drop-ins on certain dates: https://www.kraftpdx.studio/events/p/6-week-crafting-cohort-at-treebeerds-pdx Starting in December, we will be there every Monday night from 6-8 pm with a rotating weekly $20 (or less!) craft! Crafts may include garland making, portable bar games like mini jenga, free painting nights where your painting is donated to childrenās hospitals through the Art2Hearts foundation, collage, linocut/stamp carving, and more! Every last Monday of the month will be pay-what-you-can.
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.
Made possible by gifts to The Library Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated to enhancing our library's leadership, innovation and reach through private support.
We provide the LEGO, you provide the imagination! Join us at 10:30 in the Community Room for our monthly building challenge. Limited capacity, pre-registration encouraged. 24 seats available for children age 3-11.
AcompƔƱenos el tercer y cuarto sĆ”bado de cada mes para la Hora de Cuentos y Juegos con Aventuras en EspaƱol. Ā”Gratis y divertido para todas las edades!
Join us on the third and fourth Saturday each month for Spanish Story & Play Time with Adventures in Spanish. Free and fun for all ages!
The ultimate after-school hangout for teens and pre-teens (ages 13-17)! Kick back with your friends, get creative, or just chill. We've got comfy spots, board games, art supplies, quiet study zones, and all the video games you could want. It's the perfect spot to meet new people, try cool stuff, and de-stress after school.
11/7 from 2:30-4pm at Vancouver Community Library
Celebrate Dinovember with dinosaur trivia and crafts! Play solo or as part of a team. Test your knowledge and win bragging rights!
11/14 from 2-4pm at Cascade Park Community Library
Celebrate all things Dino. It will be a rawring good time!
11/21 from 3-4pm at Three Creeks Community Library
Bring the whole family to celebrate Dinovember with dinosaur crafts and activities!
Hosted at June in Beaverton, this gathering welcomes queer women, sapphic people, and trans and nonbinary individuals in an affirming space. Expect relaxed conversation alongside playful activities designed to make introductions comfortable and fun. It is not a speed dating format. Participants rotate through small groups of three to six and take part in Q&A prompts, trivia, simple crafts, puzzles, and similar icebreakers. The goal is to encourage connections that can lead to friendships or relationships while strengthening community bonds. Event photography will occur, and attendance indicates consent to be photographed and to the use of images for future promotional purposes.
š° Wizard Academy Friday Fun Night! š°
Get ready for a magical night of adventure at Kids Club on Friday, November 20, 2026!
Step into the world of Wizard Academy where young wizards will test their skills, race through magical challenges, play quidditch tag, defend their wizard towers, search for hidden wands, create a magical take-home craft, enjoy gymnastics room fun, and work together to complete an evening full of spells, surprises, and wizarding fun!
Event Details
š Drop-Off: 6:30 PM ā 7:00 PM
š Pick-Up: 9:30 PM ā 10:00 PM
š Whatās Included: Event admission, cheese pizza, and a drink
š² Cost: $39.99 per child
Kids in the 4-6 age group will not have the chance to purchase snacks at the cafĆ© during dinner timeāhowever youāre welcome to pack them additional snacks!
Kids in the 1stā5th grade age group will have the chance to purchase snacks at the cafĆ© during dinner timeāor youāre welcome to pack them additional snacks!
Important Notes
ā¢ Children must be able to stay with the group, follow directions, and be fully toilet-trained (no diapers or pull-ups).
ā¢ Students in the 4ā6 year old group may not join the older group due to safety and activity appropriateness.
ā¢ Please bring a labeled water bottle for your child. š§
ā¢ Please leave toys at home so they donāt get lost during activities. š§ø
ā¢ Donāt forget to wear socks! š§¦
āØ Grab your wand, put on your wizard robes, and get ready for Wizard Academy! Kids will spend the evening casting spells, completing magical challenges, working together, and making unforgettable memories! š°
Come hang out with friends, play games, craft, and chat about your favorite things! Pizza and snacks are provided by Friends of Three Creeks Community Library.
Ages 9ā19
Week 1: Process Art (making art just to make art)
Week 2: Lego Club (Join us for a fun and imaginative LEGO building session)
Week 3: Art Club (learn about artists, art techniques, and create a new project each month)
Week 4: STEAM Studio (create and explore using science, technology, engineering, art, and math)
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