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.
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.
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.
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.
Play the game as American as apple pie! Enjoy a recreational introduction to the basics of the sport - throwing, catching & hitting. No big-league pressure here. Self-esteem soars as 'little big-leaguers' develop skills necessary to master game fundamentals. Batter Up!
Ages: At least 3 but less than 6
Openings: 0
<p>One-part food and two parts friends are the perfect recipe for a good tasting and a fun evening! Gain confidence and cooperative skills while discovering new recipes and preparing a wonderful meal to share. Relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor. <b>NOTES</b>: Please notify us with any food restrictions This class is designed for Teens.</p>
Ages: At least 12 but less than 19
Openings: 3
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]
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 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.
Come learn the basics of American Mahjong in our registration-required class or play a drop-in game with other beginners
About the Class
Discover American Mahjong basics in this course. Class size is limited to 8 participants, and registration is required.
About the Drop-in Games
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.
Have concerns about your personal safety at home or in the community? Have a youth headed to college this fall? A teen beginning high school? A tween staying home by themselves for the first time?
Come join us for an Introductory Personal Safety and Self-Defense workshop to learn the empowering skills to help keep yourself and your young ones safe and strong! Snacks provided for all attendees
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.
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
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
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.
Build a strong foundation in your educational journey by learning the basics of computer use. Starting with the basics of logging in, to accessing computer settings to personalize the user’s experience; this class offers all computer users valuable information.
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.
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.