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Asylum Seeker Resource Center

All Day
Meeting Room 5 at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community Services
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Representatives from Hope Acts will be on site to help with language interpretation and to provide free resources including computer printouts, photocopies, and mailing envelo...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Services
Event Details:

Representatives from Hope Acts will be on site to help with language interpretation and to provide free resources including computer printouts, photocopies, and mailing envelopes.

a volunteer helps an older adult sign up for benefits

Benefits & Resources for Older Adults @ Burbank

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Burbank Branch
Program Type:
Community Services
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you over 60, an adult with a disability or a caregiver?Do you have questions about resources and supports that may be available to you in your community?A Resource Specialist f...

Library Branch: Burbank Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Services
Event Details:

Are you over 60, an adult with a disability or a caregiver?

Do you have questions about resources and supports that may be available to you in your community?

a video game controller in front of a blank tournament bracket

Teen Video Games

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Library at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teenagers (12-19)
Event Details:

Join us at the Teen Library on Thursday and Friday afternoons to play video games on the Teen Library’s PS4. The PS4 is available on Thursdays from 2 PM to 6 PM and on Fridays from...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Teen Library
Age Group: Teenagers (12-19)
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Details:

Join us at the Teen Library on Thursday and Friday afternoons to play video games on the Teen Library’s PS4. The PS4 is available on Thursdays from 2 PM to 6 PM and on Fridays from 2 PM to 5 PM!

Disclaimer(s)

Teen programs and events at PPL are designed for youth ages 12-19 only unless otherwise stated. We ask that younger children and adults not attend or register for programs designated Teen for the benefit of our teen participants. 

kid plays with legos at a table

Kids LEGO Club @ Burbank

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Burbank Branch
Program Type:
Maker Club
Age Group:
Children (5-12)
LEGO Club:

Calling all LEGO lovers! Join us for a drop-in LEGO building session. No registration required. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join their children in play!

Library Branch: Burbank Branch
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Maker Club

Calling all LEGO lovers! Join us for a drop-in LEGO building session. No registration required. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join their children in play!

Disclaimer(s)

Children's programs and events at PPL are designed for children under the age of 12 and their caregivers unless otherwise stated. We ask that older kids (teens) and solo adults not attend or register for programs designated Children's for the benefit of our young participants. 

a volunteer helps new Mainer's fill out paperwork

Asylum Seeker Resource Center

All Day
Meeting Room 5 at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community Services
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Representatives from Hope Acts will be on site to help with language interpretation and to provide free resources including computer printouts, photocopies, and mailing envelo...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Services
Event Details:

Representatives from Hope Acts will be on site to help with language interpretation and to provide free resources including computer printouts, photocopies, and mailing envelopes.

a baby looks at a picture book while sitting in their mom's lap

Baby Storytime @ Peaks

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am
Peaks Island Branch
Program Type:
Storytime, Baby Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (0-24 months)
Baby Storytime:

Baby Storytime is our series for babies 0-24 months and their caregivers. Reading, playing, talking, singing, and writing are the five practices that stimulate the growth of a chil...

Library Branch: Peaks Island Branch
Age Group: Babies (0-24 months)
Program Type: Storytime, Baby Storytime

Baby Storytime is our series for babies 0-24 months and their caregivers. Reading, playing, talking, singing, and writing are the five practices that stimulate the growth of a child’s brain and make the connections that will become the foundation for reading. Baby Storytime at the Portland Public Library incorporates the elements of early literacy and shares songs, rhymes, and movement that caregivers can use with baby at home!

Disclaimer(s)

All children are welcome to attend the PPL Storytime that best fits their schedule. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Caregivers should remain with their child during Storytime. We encourage caregivers to fully participate and enjoy the fun with their children!

a child aged 2–5 plays with wooden educational toys

Preschool Storytime @ Peaks

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 10:45am - 11:15am
Peaks Island Branch
Program Type:
Storytime, Preschool Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers (2-5)
Preschool Storytime:

Preschool Storytime features more challenging stories, songs, movement, and activities to help preschool-age children continue to develop their early literacy skills! Par...

Library Branch: Peaks Island Branch
Age Group: Preschoolers (2-5)
Program Type: Storytime, Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime features more challenging stories, songs, movement, and activities to help preschool-age children continue to develop their early literacy skills! Parents and caregivers can play and sing along while learning about new books, songs, fingerplays and stories from our librarians.

Disclaimer(s)

All children are welcome to attend the PPL Storytime that best fits their schedule. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Caregivers should remain with their child during Storytime. We encourage caregivers to fully participate and enjoy the fun with their children!

Technology Tutoring

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room 1 at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Tutoring
Age Group:
Adults
Technology Tutoring:

One-on-one technology tutoring sessions are for all levels of computer users and provide a chance to sit down with a staff member for 30 minutes of free computer assistance. Advanc...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Tutoring

One-on-one technology tutoring sessions are for all levels of computer users and provide a chance to sit down with a staff member for 30 minutes of free computer assistance. Advance registration is required, please call or visit the reference/branch desk to sign up.

a video game controller in front of a blank tournament bracket

Teen Video Games

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Library at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games & Gaming
Age Group:
Teenagers (12-19)
Event Details:

Join us at the Teen Library on Thursday and Friday afternoons to play video games on the Teen Library’s PS4. The PS4 is available on Thursdays from 2 PM to 6 PM and on Fridays from...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Teen Library
Age Group: Teenagers (12-19)
Program Type: Games & Gaming
Event Details:

Join us at the Teen Library on Thursday and Friday afternoons to play video games on the Teen Library’s PS4. The PS4 is available on Thursdays from 2 PM to 6 PM and on Fridays from 2 PM to 5 PM!

Disclaimer(s)

Teen programs and events at PPL are designed for youth ages 12-19 only unless otherwise stated. We ask that younger children and adults not attend or register for programs designated Teen for the benefit of our teen participants. 

a group of classmates aged 9–14 smile to the camera

Creative Writing for Kids @ Peaks (Grades 3–5)

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:00pm
Peaks Island Branch
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Children (5-12)
Event Details:

Join Creative Writing for Kids in Grades 3, 4, & 5We will meet for 45 minutes each Friday afternoon.Bring your imagination – journals and pencils will be provided.

Library Branch: Peaks Island Branch
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Join Creative Writing for Kids in Grades 3, 4, & 5
We will meet for 45 minutes each Friday afternoon.
Bring your imagination – journals and pencils will be provided.

multiple people write in notebooks at a table

Early Bird Writing Group @ Riverton

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 8:00am - 9:00am
Riverton Branch
Program Type:
Writing Group
Age Group:
Adults
Writing Groups:

Looking for creative inspiration? Join fellow writers to explore ideas and stories. No registration required. All experience levels welcome. 

Event Details:

Early Birds: join us for these generative writing sessions facilitated by Riverton branch manager and fiction writer Meghan Gilliss, who thinks that writing in the morning—before t...

Library Branch: Riverton Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing Group
Event Details:

Looking for creative inspiration? Join fellow writers to explore ideas and stories. No registration required. All experience levels welcome. 

Early Birds: join us for these generative writing sessions facilitated by Riverton branch manager and fiction writer Meghan Gilliss, who thinks that writing in the morning—before the day

Adult Writing Group @ Peaks

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Peaks Island Branch
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Writing Groups:

Looking for creative inspiration? Join fellow writers to explore ideas and stories. No registration required. All experience levels welcome. 

Library Branch: Peaks Island Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop

Looking for creative inspiration? Join fellow writers to explore ideas and stories. No registration required. All experience levels welcome. 

young girl plays with LEGOs

Kids LEGO Club @ Riverton

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Riverton Branch
Program Type:
Maker Club
Age Group:
Children (5-12)
LEGO Club:

Calling all LEGO lovers! Join us for a drop-in LEGO building session. No registration required. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join their children in play!

Library Branch: Riverton Branch
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Maker Club

Calling all LEGO lovers! Join us for a drop-in LEGO building session. No registration required. Parents and caregivers are welcome to join their children in play!

Disclaimer(s)

Children's programs and events at PPL are designed for children under the age of 12 and their caregivers unless otherwise stated. We ask that older kids (teens) and solo adults not attend or register for programs designated Children's for the benefit of our young participants. 

a baby in a high chair reads a board book

Baby Storytime @ Riverton

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Riverton Branch
Program Type:
Storytime, Baby Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (0-24 months)
Baby Storytime:

Baby Storytime is our series for babies 0-24 months and their caregivers. Reading, playing, talking, singing, and writing are the five practices that stimulate the growth of a chil...

Library Branch: Riverton Branch
Age Group: Babies (0-24 months)
Program Type: Storytime, Baby Storytime

Baby Storytime is our series for babies 0-24 months and their caregivers. Reading, playing, talking, singing, and writing are the five practices that stimulate the growth of a child’s brain and make the connections that will become the foundation for reading. Baby Storytime at the Portland Public Library incorporates the elements of early literacy and shares songs, rhymes, and movement that caregivers can use with baby at home!

Disclaimer(s)

All children are welcome to attend the PPL Storytime that best fits their schedule. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Caregivers should remain with their child during Storytime. We encourage caregivers to fully participate and enjoy the fun with their children!

five kids aged 4–7 play with toys alongside their teacher

Preschool Storytime @ Riverton

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Riverton Branch
Program Type:
Storytime, Preschool Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers (2-5)
Preschool Storytime:

Preschool Storytime features more challenging stories, songs, movement, and activities to help preschool-age children continue to develop their early literacy skills! Par...

Library Branch: Riverton Branch
Age Group: Preschoolers (2-5)
Program Type: Storytime, Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime features more challenging stories, songs, movement, and activities to help preschool-age children continue to develop their early literacy skills! Parents and caregivers can play and sing along while learning about new books, songs, fingerplays and stories from our librarians.

Disclaimer(s)

All children are welcome to attend the PPL Storytime that best fits their schedule. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Caregivers should remain with their child during Storytime. We encourage caregivers to fully participate and enjoy the fun with their children!

Work Permit Clinic for Asylum Seekers

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 10:15am - 5:00pm
Meeting Room 5 at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community Services
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Asylum seekers can meet with a representative from Hope Acts who will assist with completing and filing applications for work permits (Employment Authorization Cards). Call, text, ...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room 5
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Services
Event Details:

Asylum seekers can meet with a representative from Hope Acts who will assist with completing and filing applications for work permits (Employment Authorization Cards).

a dad reads to a child aged 2-5 sitting in his lap

Preschool Storytime Downtown

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Library at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Preschool Storytime
Age Group:
Preschoolers (2-5)
Preschool Storytime:

Preschool Storytime features more challenging stories, songs, movement, and activities to help preschool-age children continue to develop their early literacy skills! Par...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Preschoolers (2-5)
Program Type: Storytime, Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime features more challenging stories, songs, movement, and activities to help preschool-age children continue to develop their early literacy skills! Parents and caregivers can play and sing along while learning about new books, songs, fingerplays and stories from our librarians.

Disclaimer(s)

All children are welcome to attend the PPL Storytime that best fits their schedule. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Caregivers should remain with their child during Storytime. We encourage caregivers to fully participate and enjoy the fun with their children!

balls of yarn with knitting needles

Knitting Group @ Peaks

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Peaks Island Branch
Program Type:
Maker Club, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Love to knit? Bring your current project and join other knitters for conversation and inspiration at the Peaks Island Branch! All are welcome, as are all skill levels.

Library Branch: Peaks Island Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Maker Club, Workshop
Event Details:

Love to knit?

the hands of three people holding pens work on a project together in a notebook

Adult Writing Group Downtown

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 1 at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Writing Groups:

Looking for creative inspiration? Join fellow writers to explore ideas and stories. No registration required. All experience levels welcome. 

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop

Looking for creative inspiration? Join fellow writers to explore ideas and stories. No registration required. All experience levels welcome. 

Teen Art Table

All Day
Teen Library at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Maker Club
Age Group:
Teenagers (12-19)
Event Details:

Teen Art Table: All day on Wednesdays! Join us every Wednesday in the Teen Library Downtown as we bring out professional-grade art supplies for you to use and enjoy on our in-house...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Teen Library
Age Group: Teenagers (12-19)
Program Type: Maker Club
Event Details:

Teen Art Table: All day on Wednesdays! Join us every Wednesday in the Teen Library Downtown as we bring out professional-grade art supplies for you to use and enjoy on our in-house art table. 

Disclaimer(s)

Teen programs and events at PPL are designed for youth ages 12-19 only unless otherwise stated. We ask that younger children and adults not attend or register for programs designated Teen for the benefit of our teen participants. 

a volunteer helps an older adult sign up for benefits

Benefits & Resources for Older Adults

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Reference Tutoring Area at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Community Services
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you over 60, an adult with a disability or a caregiver?Do you have questions about resources and supports that may be available to you in your community?A Resource Specialist f...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Reference Tutoring Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Services
Event Details:

Are you over 60, an adult with a disability or a caregiver?

Do you have questions about resources and supports that may be available to you in your community?

a baby reaches for a picture book from the lap of their dad

Baby Storytime Downtown

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Library at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Baby Storytime
Age Group:
Babies (0-24 months)
Baby Storytime:

Baby Storytime is our series for babies 0-24 months and their caregivers. Reading, playing, talking, singing, and writing are the five practices that stimulate the growth of a chil...

Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Children's Library
Age Group: Babies (0-24 months)
Program Type: Storytime, Baby Storytime

Baby Storytime is our series for babies 0-24 months and their caregivers. Reading, playing, talking, singing, and writing are the five practices that stimulate the growth of a child’s brain and make the connections that will become the foundation for reading. Baby Storytime at the Portland Public Library incorporates the elements of early literacy and shares songs, rhymes, and movement that caregivers can use with baby at home!

Disclaimer(s)

All children are welcome to attend the PPL Storytime that best fits their schedule. Adults must be accompanied by a child. Caregivers should remain with their child during Storytime. We encourage caregivers to fully participate and enjoy the fun with their children!

two kids aged 5–7 play together at a table

Kids Crafternoon @ Riverton

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverton Branch
Program Type:
Maker Club
Age Group:
Children (5-12)
Crafternoon:

Kids of all ages and their caregivers are invited to this drop-in program to do a fun craft.

Library Branch: Riverton Branch
Age Group: Children (5-12)
Program Type: Maker Club

Kids of all ages and their caregivers are invited to this drop-in program to do a fun craft.

Disclaimer(s)

Children's programs and events at PPL are designed for children under the age of 12 and their caregivers unless otherwise stated. We ask that older kids (teens) and solo adults not attend or register for programs designated Children's for the benefit of our young participants. 

a library worker helps a patron at a computer

Technology Tutoring @ Burbank

Wednesday, June 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Burbank Branch
Program Type:
Tutoring
Age Group:
All Ages, Adults
Event Details:

Technology Tutoring is now available at Burbank Branch on the first Wednesday of the month. These one-on-one tutoring sessions are for all levels of computer users and provide a ch...

Library Branch: Burbank Branch
Age Group: All Ages, Adults
Program Type: Tutoring
Event Details:

Technology Tutoring is now available at Burbank Branch on the first Wednesday of the month.