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Bitchcraft Fair

Thu, Oct 1, 4:00 PM UTC · Oregon Convention Center · 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR

Octavia Butler: Fledgling

Tue, Jun 23, 1:00 AM–3:00 AM UTC · Online via Zoom · Portland, OR

Octavia Butler’s final novel, Fledgling, is a powerful, disturbing book about humanity and Otherness that is also a vampire coming-of-age story. Class instructor Nisi Shawl, a friend of Butler’s during her lifetime, adds unique perspective drawing on their personal experience of the author’s joys,..

Preschool Sensory Storytime Online

Wed, Jul 29, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages Up to 5

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...

Crafty Wonderland Holiday Art + Craft Market 2026

Sat, Dec 12, 5:00 PM UTC · Oregon Convention Center · 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR

Family Storytime

Wed, Sep 16, 2:30 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 1–4

Bring the entire family to enjoy books, songs, and activities while building literacy skills! All are welcome, recommended for children ages 1- 4.

Stitching Dreams: Hand Sewing Basics

Sun, Jul 19, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

Shalonda Menefee will introduce the art of hand-sewing with a project! Learn basic sewing techniques using needle and thread to create a pillow, stuffed animal, or doll. With stitching, stuffing, and finishing touches, make your own unique creation. This workshop fosters creativity, patience, and...

Family Storytime

Wed, Apr 7, 2:30 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 1–4

Bring the entire family to enjoy books, songs, and activities while building literacy skills! All are welcome, recommended for children ages 1- 4.

Family Storytime

Wed, Dec 23, 4:30 PM–5:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

Find virtual storytimes on YouTube! Visit slcpl.org/virtual-storytime .

Summer Reading: Bee Amazed!

Sun, Aug 9, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

Come see the Museum of Natural and Cultural History's traveling program! Catch the buzz and be delighted as you zoom into the wonderful world of Oregon bees—we have over 500 different kinds! This summer reading program experience is 90-minutes long and includes a lively presentation by a...