Sellwood
Tiny Tots Playtime (ages 1-2 years)
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."
Creature Teachers!
Explore the weird and wonderful world of animals! Join Creature Teachers and learn about the animal kingdom! After learning a few super cool facts, kids can meet our scaly, and furry friends!
This event is first come first served.
Portland Cantonese Play + Learn
Toddler Playtime (ages 2-3 years)
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."
Tween Crafternoon!
Tweens and teens in grades 5 - 8, come craft with us! All materials provided
Work on the DIY craft of the week, create your own project with the library's craft materials, or bring a project from home that you've been working on - art journal, embroidery project, book bedazzling, whatever's your thing! Sew, paint, glue, make, design; the sky's your limit.
Book Babies Playtime
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."
Read to the Dogs
Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog, Tater Tot!
Toddler Storytime
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.