Join us to get the wiggles out before naptime with stories, songs, and lots of dancing. Limited capacity, pre-registration encouraged for each date. 18 seats available for babies age 0-24 months.
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English About the WorkshopDesign and Discover
Engineers are problem solvers! Curious Kids in this class will work with their families to build, test, design, and improve across a variety of playful hands-on challenges.
9-10 am on Aug 15, Sep 5, Sep 26, Oct 17, Nov 7, Nov 28 About Curiosity KidsAt OMSI, we love experimenting, learning, and creating together!
Curiosity Kids programs at OMSI allow children ages 3-5 years old, along with their families, to explore early science and engineering concepts. These bilingual programs are designed to build STEAM skills and nurture the special connection between adults and children.
We hope you and your curious kids will join our stellar educators to experiment, ask questions, and build amazing structures!
Practice your new skills right after your workshop—your ticket includes same-day general Museum Admission!
Questions? For the basic details and FAQs about this event, please visit the Curiosity Kids webpage or email [email protected].
Chiquitines curiosos: Diseña y descubre En español Descripción del programaDiseña y descubre
¡Los ingenieros son solucionadores de problemas! En esta clase, los niños curiosos trabajarán con sus familias para construir, probar, diseñar y mejorar sus diseños a través de una variedad de desafíos prácticos y divertidos.
Sobre Chiquitines curiosos¡En OMSI, nos encanta experimentar, aprender y crear juntos!
Chiquitines curiosos es una serie de programas en OMSI que permiten que niños(as) de 3 a 5 años, y sus familias, exploren conceptos básicos de ciencia e ingeniería. Estos programas bilingües están diseñados para desarrollar sus habilidades STEAM y fortalecer el vínculo especial entre adultos y niños(as).
¡Esperamos que tú y tus pequeños curiosos se unan a nuestros excelentes educadores para experimentar, hacer preguntas y construir estructuras increíbles!
¡Practica tus nuevas habilidades después de terminar la clase, ya que tu boleto incluye la admisión general al museo para el mismo día!
¿Tiene preguntas? Para obtener más información sobre este evento, así como respuestas a preguntas frecuentes, visita el sitio web de Chiquitines curiosos o manda un correo electrónico a [email protected].
Want to build your skills and confidence? Read aloud to a trained therapy dog (accompanied by their handler) in a private 20-minute session. Grades K – 12.
¿Quieres mejorar tus habilidades y tu confianza? Inscríbete para leer en voz alta a perros de terapia (acompañados por un entrenador) en una sesión privada de 20 minutos. K – 12o grado.
You’re invited! Join us for a Nature Day exploring all things about fish at Columbia Springs.
When: Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 10:00am-1:00pm
Where: Columbia Springs (12208 SE Evergreen Hwy, Vancouver, WA 98683)
What: A day of hands-on science and nature experiences exploring fish!
How: Drop by when it works for you. No RSVP required!
This event is designed to be engaging for people of all ages – from preschool age kids to elementary, middle, and high school students, and adults. All ages and backgrounds are welcome. Just bring your curiosity and be prepared for some nature fun!
Questions? Email [email protected]
Photo by Paul Peloquin
Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers.
For ages 0–5
Escuche historias, cante canciones, y disfrute de actividades divertidas con sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.
Para niños de 0 a 5 años.
Join other Indigenous families for a welcoming playtime that strengthens cultural connection, shared learning, and builds meaningful relationships. Families experience an exchange of traditions while children build social skills in a safe space where everyone can be themselves.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
Join Chelsea Hoshaw for a family-friendly yoga class! Family yoga includes songs, books, meditation, movement and emotional regulation techniques for the whole family! Child-sized mats will be supplied; families can bring their own adult mats if they would like. This class is geared toward 0-6 but siblings can come, too. Each child needs to have an adult and adults are encouraged to participate.
Los martes | 10:15 AM | Edad 0-6 años
Tuesdays | 10:15 AM | Ages 0- 6 years
Ven y disfruta con tus pequeños de cuentos bilingües, canciones, rimas y actividades sencillas.
Bring your little ones and join us for a delightful session of bilingual stories, songs, rhymes, and simple crafts!
#worldlanguagestorytimes
Fun and learning for you and your little ones! Enjoy early literacy tips and hands-on activities together.
For ages 0–5
Jugar para aprender con Early Learners:
¡Diversión y aprendizaje para usted y sus pequeños! Disfruten juntos de consejos sobre alfabetización temprana y actividades prácticas.
Para niños de 0 a 5 años
This ‘DiNovember,’ dig up dinosaurs from their frozen eggs with water! A fun, hands-on adventure for preschoolers!
Disclaimer(s) AccommodationsWe strive to ensure our events are accessible to everyone. If you require special accommodations to join us, please call 360.834.4692 or email [email protected] at least two weeks before the event.
Accompanying AdultsThis program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program.
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English About the WorkshopSasquatch Science Team
Scientists use the five senses! Curious kids and families will use their five senses to get to know and wonder about Sasquatch while exploring the many ways we interact with our environment.
From 9-10am on Aug 22, Sep 12, Oct 3, Oct 24, Nov 14 About Curiosity KidsAt OMSI, we love experimenting, learning, and creating together!
Curiosity Kids programs at OMSI allow children ages 3-5 years old, along with their families, to explore early science and engineering concepts. These bilingual programs are designed to build STEAM skills and nurture the special connection between adults and children.
We hope you and your curious kids will join our stellar educators to experiment, ask questions, and build amazing structures!
Practice your new skills right after your workshop — your ticket includes same-day general Museum Admission!
Questions? For the basic details and FAQs about this event, please visit the Curiosity Kids webpage or email [email protected].
Chiquitines curiosos: Conviértete en detective de la naturaleza En español Descripción del programaEquipo Científico de Sasquatch
¡Los científicos utilizan los cinco sentidos! Los chiquitines curiosos y sus familias van a utilizar sus cinco sentidos para preguntarse cosas y conocer al Sasquatch mientras exploran las muchas formas en que interactuamos con nuestro ambiente.
Sobre Chiquitines curiosos¡En OMSI, nos encanta experimentar, aprender y crear juntos!
Chiquitines curiosos es una serie de programas en OMSI que permiten que niños(as) de 3 a 5 años, y sus familias, exploren conceptos básicos de ciencia e ingeniería. Estos programas bilingües están diseñados para desarrollar sus habilidades STEAM y fortalecer el vínculo especial entre adultos y niños(as).
¡Esperamos que tú y tus pequeños curiosos se unan a nuestros excelentes educadores para experimentar, hacer preguntas y construir estructuras increíbles!
¡Practica tus nuevas habilidades después de terminar la clase, ya que tu boleto incluye la admisión general al museo para el mismo día!
¿Tiene preguntas? Para obtener más información sobre este evento, así como respuestas a preguntas frecuentes, visita el sitio web de Chiquitines curiosos o manda un correo electrónico a [email protected].
Join us for Gobble Wobble, a fun-filled Thanksgiving indoor play adventure! Our special turkey-themed play park is packed with fun slides, obstacle courses, tunnels, and colorful balls—perfect for little turkeys, pumpkins, and all kinds of Thanksgiving fun! It’s designed especially for kids 3 and under to play, explore, and have tons of fun in a safe, friendly, and exciting environment.
Come dressed in your favorite Thanksgiving or fall-themed outfit for adorable photos and lots of giggles! Get ready to gobble, wobble, wiggle, and play!
Photo opportunities available!
Cost: $14.99
(includes one child and one parent)
November 19 from 4:15-5:15 pm & 5:30-6:30 pm
November 20 from 9-10 am & 10:15-11:15 am
After the Gobble Wobble, enjoy even more fun with free entry to The Jungle play area!
Toddlers (with a favorite adult) enjoy interactive stories, songs and games that encourage their emerging language skills. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
Children ages birth to 6 along with their families, elders, aunties and uncles are welcome for songs and stories celebrating Native cultures and building language and literacy skills. Presented by Native library staff. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
This introductory class has little ones exploring the wonders of chemistry, physics and biology. Students will make chemicals change colors, levitate objects, meet a live reptile and more in this fun-filled class with the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI). Topics include physics, biology and chemical mixing.
Play and learning go hand in hand. While our storytimes are on break, join other families for a fun playtime (for ages birth - 1) with board books, toys, music, and all the room your baby needs to learn through play. As Mr. Rogers said, "... for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood."
(Recommended for 0-18 month old children and their caregivers)
10:30AM (lower level) the first Friday of each month
Trying to communicate with your infant presents all kinds of challenges. Beyond reading, singing and talking to them, Baby Sign Language can provide a unique bond. Christina Schabow of the Portland Early Learning Project will lead this program introducing new themes for each program.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library and admission is free, and there is no registration required. The Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact the Youth Services Librarians at 503-697-6580 or [email protected].
Stories, songs, and movement activities, presented in Romanian for children ages 0-6 with an adult. First Wednesdays at 7 pm.
Timpul poveștilor
Povești, cântece și activități de mișcare, prezentate în limba română, pentru copii în vârstă de 0-6 ani, cu un adult. Primele miercuri la ora 7 p.m.
#worldlanguagestorytimes
This event repeats every week on Monday.
Join Sharon Gan, founder of Heart Strings Mandarin, for a program specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin fluency from absolute beginners to native Mandarin speakers. Recommended for ages 2-5 years. Space is limited and available on a first-come basis.
欢迎参加心弦中文的中文音乐律动课。
Sharon老师会和小朋友一起唱歌，跳舞，玩乐器，说故事，度过充实的三十分钟。
本课程适合二到五岁的小朋友，各种语言程度都可以参加。
名额有限，请速报名！
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library and admission is free. The Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact the Children’s desk at 503-697-6580 or visit the Library’s website at www.lopl.org/kids.
Join us each month to discuss infant and toddler feeding in a supportive, community environment. Led by International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs), this group covers a wide range of topics, including breast/bodyfeeding, pumping, bottle feeding, introducing solids, and weaning.
Because feeding is deeply connected to daily life, we also welcome open discussions on related parenting topics such as sleep patterns, soothing a crying baby, and navigating the postpartum adjustment. Come connect, share experiences, and get expert guidance on your family's feeding journey.
Enjoy a free, relaxed sing-along led by Portland-based children’s musician Mr. Ben. Little ones can sing favorite songs, meet other children, and move around in a welcoming indoor and outdoor café space. The family-friendly gathering is suited to newborns through age five, and all are welcome. Parents and caregivers can connect with local families while enjoying food and drinks at the café. No RSVP is needed, and tips are appreciated.
Enjoy songs, rhymes, rhythm, and dance in this active program for children and their parents or caregivers.
For ages 0–5
Música y movimiento de Early Learners:
Disfrute de canciones, rimas, ritmo y baile en este activo programa para niños y sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.
Para niños de 0 a 5 años.
Come for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. Use your senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get your hands dirty. Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt Arboretum. Tree Time walks are held on Mondays and Saturdays at 10 am year-round. Tree Time walks are geared to children ages 2 to 6 and their guardians.
Registration is required.
Join Friends of Tryon Creek and local author, illustrator, and naturalist Audrey Sauble for a special storytime series. Featuring a variety of nature themes and books, some of which are available to purchase in the Nature Center Store. We will gather near the Nature Center for a story, activity, and walk introducing children (and adults) to forest plants and animals. It is best suited for children 3-5 years old, but all are welcome.
Spring Storytimes - Register Here
This event is free for current Friends of Tryon Creek members (use this express membership link and join today) or $10 for each family for non-members. Use the links above to register. If you are not a current member, you can use the link above to join and then you will be asked to create an account before registering. If space is available, registration is also available the day-of at the Nature Center Store.
Fun and learning for you and your little ones! Enjoy early literacy tips and hands-on activities together.
For ages 0–5
Jugar para aprender con Early Learners:
¡Diversión y aprendizaje para usted y sus pequeños! Disfruten juntos de consejos sobre alfabetización temprana y actividades prácticas.
Para niños de 0 a 5 años
Play is one of the five practices that help children get ready to read! Active play helps children develop physical coordination and motor skills they need for a wide range of activities, form walking and running to holding a book and tracking a line of text. Families can play and build together while socialize and connect with one another.
Kick it! Chase it! Stop it! Develop skills together that promote foot-eye coordination, balance & agility. Active games, creative drills & an emphasis on the joy of physical activity provide a playful introduction to a popular sport.
Ages: At least 1½ but less than 4
Openings: 0
El juego es una actividad fundamental para el desarrollo y aprendizaje de los niños. A través del juego, los niños desarrollan habilidades motoras, cognitivas, sociales y emocionales. Aunque el juego es una actividad natural, es importante hacer espacio y dar tiempo para el juego.
¡Vengan a conocer otras familias mientras se divierten con libros, juguetes y música en su biblioteca!
The African and Black American experience comes alive for children from birth to age 6 (with their favorite adult/family members). Have fun with books and stories, songs, and movement activities in a positive and affirming environment. Black Storytime builds language and literacy skills your child needs to be ready for kindergarten. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
Babies and their grownups are invited to share nursery rhymes, finger plays, songs and a simple book while making new friends and developing early literacy skills. Includes unstructured playtime. For ages 0 to 12 months.
Weekly on Sundays.
Practice early learning skills by using a variety of materials to express your creativity. Come prepared to get messy.
For ages 18 months to 5 years
It’s a sauna social for the whole family. Join the 2nd Saturday of the month for your kids’ best day ever. Parents love to connect while the kids play and plunge. Bring your infants, toddlers, kiddos, pre-teens and young adults for memory-making magic.
There will be games and toys, rock the playful music, order some pizza, and enjoy the company of other sauna-loving families.
Kids 12 and under are free.
Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building language and literacy skills. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
This storytime includes books, action songs, rhymes, and other fun activities that encourage a love of reading! Ages 2-3.
Weekly on Tuesdays
Trẻ em từ 0-6 tuổi (đi kèm với người lớn) sẽ cùng nhau đọc sách, ca hát, và vui chơi với những hoạt động giúp các em phát triển kỹ năng ngôn ngữ và đọc viết.
Chỗ ngồi tham dự có giới hạn và sẵn sàng phục vụ trên cơ sở ưu tiên cho người đến trước.
Được thực hiện nhờ tài trợ gửi đến The Library Foundation.
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English About the WorkshopBecome a Nature Detective
Engineers are problem solvers! Curious kids in this class will work with their families to build, test, design, and improve across a variety of playful hands-on challenges.
Sep 19, Oct 10, Oct 31, Nov 21 from 9-10 am About Curiosity KidsAt OMSI, we love experimenting, learning, and creating together!
Curiosity Kids programs at OMSI allow children ages 3-5 years old, along with their families, to explore early science and engineering concepts. These bilingual programs are designed to build STEAM skills and nurture the special connection between adults and children.
We hope you and your curious kids will join our stellar educators to experiment, ask questions, and build amazing structures!
Practice your new skills right after your workshop — your ticket includes same-day general Museum Admission!
Questions? For the basic details and FAQs about this event, please visit the Curiosity Kids webpage or email [email protected].
Enjoy songs, rhymes, rhythm, and dance in this active program for children and their parents or caregivers.
For ages 0–5
Música y movimiento de Early Learners:
Disfrute de canciones, rimas, ritmo y baile en este activo programa para niños y sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.
Para niños de 0 a 5 años.
Preschool Indoor Park (ages 2-5 years - accompanied by an adult). This program will be held in the roller rink at MSCC. Riding toys, sports equipment and balls will all be available for the kids to get their wiggles out. Roller skates are not available for this program. Check in at the front desk. Saturday Indoor Park will happen on the last Saturday of every month.
Location: MSCC - Roller Rink
Put on your pajamas, grab a bedtime buddy, and join us for stories, songs and fun! 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. Attendance is limited and free tickets are available 15 minutes before storytime.
Join Sharon Gan, founder of Heart Strings Mandarin, for a program specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin fluency from absolute beginners to native Mandarin speakers. Recommended for ages 2-5 years. Space is limited and available on a first-come basis.
欢迎参加心弦中文的中文音乐律动课。
Sharon老师会和小朋友一起唱歌，跳舞，玩乐器，说故事，度过充实的三十分钟。
本课程适合二到五岁的小朋友，各种语言程度都可以参加。
名额有限，请速报名！
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lake Oswego Public Library and admission is free. The Lake Oswego Public Library is located at 706 Fourth Street, Lake Oswego. For more information, contact the Children’s desk at 503-697-6580 or visit the Library’s website at www.lopl.org/kids.
Play, explore, and discover in our little gym, specially designed for toddlers ages 0–3 and their grown up! Sorry, but siblings or guests over age 3 will not be able to participate in the Open Gym.
(Parent Participation Required)
We’ll have our little gym set up with soft mats and fun, age-appropriate activities for you and your little one to enjoy at your own pace. It’s a great opportunity for little ones to move, play, and explore while parents and caregivers connect with other families and build friendships in the community.
An adult is required to remain with their child in the gym at all times.
This free event is open to children ages 0–3 only. Pre-registration is encouraged to save your spot!
(Socks are required in the space, no bare feet or shoes.)
November 4, 11 & 25 from 11am-12pm
You’re invited!Join us for a Nature Day exploring all things about fish at Columbia Springs.
When: Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 10:00am-1:00pm
Where: Columbia Springs (12208 SE Evergreen Hwy, Vancouver, WA 98683)
What: A day of hands-on science and nature experiences exploring fish!
How: Drop by when it works for you. No RSVP required!
This event is designed to be engaging for people of all ages – from preschool age kids to elementary, middle, and high school students, and adults. All ages and backgrounds are welcome. Just bring your curiosity and be prepared for some nature fun!
Questions? Email [email protected]
Photo by Paul Peloquin
Tree Time! preschool walks are a safe and fun way to get outside with your little one. Come join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt Arboretum. This event is coordinated by Hoyt Arboretum and registration is required through their website. — $8.00
Put on your pajamas, grab a bedtime buddy, and join us for stories, songs and fun. For children 6 years and younger with adult. Attendance is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
Fun and learning for you and your little ones! Enjoy early literacy tips and hands-on activities together.
For ages 0–5
Jugar para aprender con Early Learners:
¡Diversión y aprendizaje para usted y sus pequeños! Disfruten juntos de consejos sobre alfabetización temprana y actividades prácticas.
Para niños de 0 a 5 años
Play and learning go hand in hand. While our storytimes are on break, join other families for a fun playtime (for ages 1-2) with books, toys, music, and all the room you need to learn through play. As Mr. Rogers said, "... for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood."
Bring your petite Picasso and join us for some art fun as we engage baby's senses with different art projects.
Join us in the Community Room on Wednesdays at 10:15 for stories, songs, and movement activities followed by a short playtime. Due to limited capacity, registration is encouraged for the 5-week session, and drop-ins will be admitted as space allows.18 seats available for children age 0-5.