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.
This storytime includes books, action songs, rhymes, and other fun activities that encourage a love of reading! Ages 2-3.
Weekly on Tuesdays
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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].
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.
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
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.
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."
The African and African 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.
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.
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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].
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.
(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].
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Bring your petite Picasso and join us for some art fun as we engage baby's senses with different art projects.
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.
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.
Play and learning go hand in hand. While our storytimes are on break, join other families for a fun playtime (for ages 2-3) 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."
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
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
Experience the joy of Shabbat with this fun and engaging service for families with kids 5 and under. Join our wonderful early childhood educators and the Shabbes Mouse, for a lively Shabbat service. Enjoy singing, dancing, storytelling, and more!
Unleash your child's talents while sharing quality time & craft activities. Develop concepts of shape, color & texture as together you create a variety of projects sure to please you both.
Ages: At least 1½ but less than 3
Openings: 8
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.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
theARTScentered
1007 East Mill Plain Blvd.
See the Events page for current schedule.
Join us for free, hands-on, exploratory play designed for children and their caregivers.
Columbia Play Project is committed to creating joyful spaces where families connect, imagine, and learn together.
Your support makes play possible — donate today to keep play FREE for everyone!
DATES:Saturday, October 17, 2026 from 9:00 AM 12:00 PM
Saturday, November 21, 2026 from 9:00 AM 10:00 AM
Saturday, December 19, 2026 from 9:00 AM 10:00 AM
Young learners in grades PreK through 2 can step into the role of paleontologists, digging for fossils and learning how to piece together a complete dinosaur from a few fragments. The program explores dinosaur adaptations, fossil evidence, how fossils form, and paleontology. A signed waiver is required for all attendees to enter the Maker Lab.
Rabbi Eve Posen leads this interactive home service that welcomes Shabbat through song and stories for families with children 0-10.
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.
Play and learning go hand in hand. Join other Black families in a fun playtime at the library with books, toys, music, and all the room you need to learn through play in a positive, affirming environment. As Mr. Rogers said, "... for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood."
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
Portland Cantonese Play + Learnonce a month on saturdays | 10:00 am - 12:00 PM | free | SCHThe mission of Portland Cantonese Play + Learn is to connect Cantonese-speaking families by providing a nurturing environment where young children can develop strong language skills and deepen their connection to Cantonese culture. Through interactive language lessons, cultural activities, and community engagement, we empower families to celebrate and preserve their heritage while fostering bilingualism in the next generation.Join us for a once-a month gathering, complete with a language activity, storytime, crafts + open play!Dates:October 18November 22
Introduce your baby to words and reading with books, songs, and play for babies and their parents or caregivers.
For 0–18 months
Inicie a su bebé en las palabras y la lectura con libros, canciones y juegos para bebés y sus padres o cuidadores. Este programa se presenta en inglés.
Cuentos para bebés: de 0 a 18 meses
Stories, songs and silliness make Shabbatot with our mini mensches extra sweet!
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.
Ka soo gayb gal waqti ciyaar oo farxad leh oo ka dhacaya maktabadaa. Buugaag, alaab-ciyaareed, muusig, iyo meel ku filan oo caruurta ku ciyaari karaan isla markaana wax ku baran karaan.
Waqtiyada sheekoyinka Laybareriga degmada Multnomah County waxaa taagera hadiyado la siiyay mu'asasada maktabada.
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.
Babies from birth to 12 months (with a favorite adult) enjoy songs, action rhymes, and playtime, with bonus socialization for babies and the adults. 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.
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.
This preschool storytime is especially welcoming for children and families who are looking for a more adaptive virtual storytime experience.
This program is intended for children and their caregivers. Participants may be asked to identify themselves either through camera, chat, or by unmuting. If you would like to attend as an observer, please contact us at 503.988.5123.
Play and learning go hand in hand. Join other families in a fun playtime at the library 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."
Children ages birth to 6 along with their families and friends are welcome to enjoy Native culture through singing, movement, crafts, and stories. Everyone is welcome! Presented by Native library staff. 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.
One-year-olds (with a favorite adult) enjoy songs, movement activities, rhymes, books and playtime. This action-packed program engages new walkers in language-based activities. 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.
Build your child's vocabulary with songs, books, and movement for active toddlers and their parents or caregivers.
For 18 months–36 months
Amplíe el vocabulario de su hijo con canciones, libros y movimiento para niños pequeños activos y sus padres o cuidadores.
Cuentos para niños pequeños: de 18 a 36 meses
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!