Learn about and discuss Afrofuturism with author and scholar Walidah Imarisha. Whenever we try to envision a world without war, without violence, without prisons, without capitalism, we are engaging in an exercise of speculative fiction. Walidah Imarisha will uncover the truths buried in the fantastical – and inject a healthy dose of the fantastical into our search for truth.
Use a Glowforge laser cutter to engrave and cut designs out of acrylic or wood, with assistance from staff and volunteers. No experience needed! A selection of laser-safe materials will be available for you to use.
Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens November 25.
Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.
5 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. (Grounds close at 10 p.m.)
GENERAL INFORMATIONChoirs in the Chapel
Enjoy the amazing sounds of local schools, churches and civic groups as they perform inside the Chapel of Mary, with its cathedral-like acoustics.
Fun for Everyone
Continuous entertainment for all ages is offered in The Grotto’s plaza area, including outdoor caroling, puppet shows, and an assortment of musical guests.
Puppet Show
At the top of each hour in the plaza tent, enjoy our puppet show.
Caroling
The Grotto Carolers perform every hour at the bottom of the hour in the plaza tent. Sing along to your favorite Christmas songs.
Snacks and Drinks
Find snacks and drinks available for purchase inside the Interpretive Center, next to the Chapel.
A Few Details
The Festival of Lights is a walk-through event and visitors can expect to walk approximately one-quarter mile.
All entertainment areas are either indoors or tented, but visitors should dress for the weather. Rubber-soled shoes, warm socks, gloves, and ear coverings are recommended, especially on colder nights.
Average festival visitation times are between 60 and 90 minutes. Visitors wishing to hear a specific concert should arrive at least 30 to 45 minutes in advance of the scheduled concert time.
Accessibility
The Festival pathways and grounds are all paved, however there is some slope in a few places. Wheelchairs are available to borrow in The Grotto Gift Shop on a first come-first served basis. There are ADA parking spots in the main parking lot, but on a busy night, they can fill up. Guests are welcome to pull up at the entrance to unload their passengers before finding a spot to park. Please contact [email protected] for additional questions or assistance.
TICKET INFORMATIONOnline Ticket Pricing
General (12+): $17.95
Youth (3-11): $8.95
Ages 2 and under are free.
At The Gate Pricing (No cash)
General (12+): $19.95
Youth (3-11): $9.95
Ages 2 and under are free
Value Nights Online Pricing
(Value nights are Monday, Nov. 30 – Thursday, Dec. 3 and Monday, Dec. 7 – Thursday, Dec. 10.)
General (12+): $15.95
Youth (3-11): $6.95
Ages 2 and under are free.
Value Nights at the Gate (No cash)
General (12+): $17.95
Youth (3-11): $7.95
Ages 2 and under are free.
A warm, supportive space for international women. Come stitch, chat, and create in community! Connect with others from similar backgrounds. This group is a safe and welcoming environment to meet new friends, share experiences and support one another while working on sewing projects.
Join a day of sipping and celebrating with tea friends. Special guests from Enthea, Teazen, Ocha, and Aishang will be stopping by throughout the day. Enjoy delicious pastries from Miss Orange and friends, along with crafts, giveaways, and plenty of surprises.
Enjoy a Little Magic with Sarah Blue Cloud tarot and palm readings. Guest Tea Spotlights with Via Tempo, Tea J Tea and Brew and Blossom. End the evening with Charlie Sebastian Short for a Sound Bath Meditation, a peaceful way to close out a day of tea, friendship, and celebration. Space is limited for the Sound Bath.
No admission fee, just an open invitation to spend the day enjoying tea.
Free All-Day Tea Party.
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.
Use library equipment for learning about digital and analog music creation! Whether you come for Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) or ukuleles, you're welcome here! Play, demo equipment, and ask questions to our knowledgeable staff. Get answers about creating music at the library!
No Class Dates: 10/21 - 10/28 - 11/11 - 11/25<br><div>Learn about paint colors, brush techniques, layering, composition, value, and perspective to produce incredible art. Discover your unique style and experiment with mixing colors and playing with proportion, saturation, and exaggeration to understand perspectives and space. Price includes $80 materials fee for paints, brushes, paper/canvas, pencils, erasers, palette materials, etc. </div>
Ages: 60 and up
Openings: 2
Create engaging theatrical scenes using movement, creativity, and teamwork to build stage skills and confidence. Students will explore basic theatre elements and collaborate to create a short performance. No prior experience is required.
Ages: At least 6 but less than 12
Openings: 0
Every participant must sign up in advance to reserve their spot. No library card required. All materials are provided. Registration opens two weeks in advance.
What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Rockwood Library makerspace to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people.
Maker Basics Workshops are designed for Makers of all skill levels to come into the Fab Lab and learn something new with fun hands-on activities!
This week is an introduction to Soldering Electronics. You will watch a demonstration about safety, technique, and careers that use soldering. You will have a chance to practice your technique by using a soldering iron, and a learn to solder kit that has LED lights, switches and coin cell batteries.
The Fab Lab Staff are here to help walk you through your project and printing, and are happy to answer your questions.
Attending a Maker Basics Workshop is a helpful first step to visiting the Fab Lab during Open Lab Hours, where you can work on your own projects with the help of Fab Lab Staff.
There is no cost to attend. Materials are provided.
All ages and skill levels are welcome in the Fab Lab; however, this workshop is best suited for middle schoolers and up because of the required dexterity and risk of burn injuries . Please email Sarah at [email protected] if you have any questions. Youth under 16 must be accompanied by an active adult participant, and submit a completed waiver. (available in the Fab Lab)
Space is limited to 15, and once the Fab Lab is at capacity, we may turn visitors away. The doors open at 5:15.
For more information about the 5 PCC STEAM Centers, visit our website at pcc.edu/maker or email [email protected]
Kids in grades 4-5 are invited to talk about graphic novels and eat snacks! Every meeting includes a short activity related to this month's book. A limited number of books are available for pick up at the library.
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.
How fun to do the crafts with buddies in library! Bring your own supplies or use what library provides to explore your creative side.
Made possible by gifts to The Library Foundation, a local nonprofit dedicated to enhancing our library's leadership, innovation and reach through private support
Join members of the Portland All Nations Canoe Family (PANCF) team to learn weaving techniques from Native teachers! You will learn enough to weave a small bag in this class.
This event is first come, first-served, and space is limited.
Made possible by The Library Foundation through support from The Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Fund.
Tweens and teens are invited to learn to crochet! Make a small craft while learning about basic stitches, terminology, how to pick a needle and more. All materials and supplies are provided. Ideal for teens and tweens (ages 9-18).
Please arrive no later than 5 minutes late to minimize disruptions and ensure an engaged learning environment.
<div>No Class Dates: 10/21 - 10/28 - 11/11 - 11/25</div><div>Express your creativity exploring basic to advanced methods. Use techniques such as sketching, mixed colors & laying washes to develop a unique style. Discover elements of light & shadow, composition & texture that you can bring to all the visual arts. Price includes $80 materials fee for paints, brushes, paper/canvas, pencils, erasers, palette materials, etc.</div><div><br></div><div><br></div>
Ages: 60 and up
Openings: 0
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
Learn beadwork basics with Natalie Mitchell! Practice foundational stitching techniques while exploring color balance and simple design principles. Create and complete one pair of beaded earrings to take home! All materials provided, no prior experience is necessary. Move at your own pace and feel free to ask questions along the way.
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."
Design and engrave a custom cork coaster using a laser cutter. All materials will provided.
Space is limited and registration is required. Registration opens on October 21.
Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.
People with sensory concerns should know that the Glowforge is noisy and can produce strong smells.
Learn to play the keyboard (piano) in a welcoming environment! Open to ages 8 and up, this program lets you explore this instrument in 20-minute sessions with guidance from a dedicated instructor with a master's degree in music.
To register for a date and time slot, please call (503) 988-5123 or sign up at Midland's Welcome Desk.
Practice your new reading skills! Each week you'll listen to a story, practice reading with a teen volunteer. This program is especially for kindergartners to second graders. Register here.
Tweens and teens are invited to get crafty! Come hang out with us and use your creative skills to make buttons, Shrinky Dinks, bracelets, felt plushies and more awesome creations! All materials and supplies are provided. Ideal for teens and tweens (ages 9-18).
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.
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.
Teens in 6th-12th grade: want to learn how to make your own hand-sewn wallet? In this three-hour workshop, participants will learn how to sew a wallet from a professional fashion instructor. Skills covered: how to thread a sewing machine, perform a basic straight stitch, and sew a zipper into a pouch. Participants can select from a variety of sizes and shapes, using fabric with fun colors and patterns.
Enrichment play-date for preschoolers! Children discover through arts & crafts, games & physical activities that are developmentally appropriate. Creativity & play build socialization plus language skills & friendships. Get ready for adventure!
Ages: At least 3 but less than 6
Openings: 6
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 7 but less than 12
Openings: 0
This preschool storytime is especially welcoming for children ages 3-5 and families who are looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience.
Multnomah County Library storytimes are supported by gifts made to The Library Foundation.
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.
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 free tickets are available 15 minutes before storytime.
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.
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.
Do you have knitting and/or crocheting projects that you’d love to get finished? Or new ones you want to start? Please join us for this social group on Tuesdays for yarn work and fun! Intermediate and more advanced crafters are welcome.
Every participant (child, teen, or adult) must sign up in advance to reserve a spot. No library card required. All materials are provided. Registration opens three weeks in advance.
What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Rockwood Library makerspace to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people.
Kids in grades 2-3 and their favorite adults are invited to talk about graphic novels and eat snacks! Every meeting includes a short activity related to this month's book. A limited number of books are available for pick up at the library.
Help us decorate our library with your magnificent LEGO displays! We'll provide the building blocks, you bring the creativity! Ideal for grades K-5, but younger and older siblings are welcome.
Learn to play the guitar or ukulele in a welcoming environment! Open to ages 8 and up, this program lets you explore these instruments in 20-minute sessions with guidance from a dedicated instructor.
To register for a date and time slot, please call (503) 988-5123 or sign up at Midland's Welcome Desk.
Patrons may register up to 1 week in advance. Limit to 1 time slot per person per day.
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.
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.
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.
Calling all teens in grades 6-12! Come make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people in this teen-focused creative space. Makerspace staff and volunteers will teach you how to use our tech equipment to design things and express yourself. Project examples include 3D printers, craft cutters, sewing machines, custom t shirts and tote bags, tons of art supplies for painting, jewelry making, and more.
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.