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CLOSED FOR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY

All PPL Locations and Book Drops will be closed for the holiday. Book Drops will reopen at all locations Tuesday. There are no fees for materials returned late.

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Name: Singing Storytime with Mx. Lindz
Start: 2025-01-18T11:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-01-18T11:30:00-05:00
Location: Downtown Library

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Singing Storytime with Mx. Lindz

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am

Children's Library at Downtown Library

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Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Children's Library

Age Group: Babies (0-24 months), Preschoolers (2-5), Children (5-12)

Program Type: Storytime, Family Storytime

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Join special guest Mx. Lindz for songs and stories at the Portland Public Library! We'll sing together, read a story (or two!), and have a whole lot of fun. Come for the books, stay for the dance party! Perfect for kids of all ages.

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The library is committed to making services available to everyone. All events at PPL buildings are wheelchair accessible. Some library programs take place outdoors or offsite at partner organizations and businesses. Persons requiring special assistance are encouraged to discuss needs with the contact listed for the event.

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!

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Teen Computer Building

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:45pm

Rines Auditorium at Downtown Library

Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Rines Auditorium

Age Group: Teenagers (12-19)

Program Type: Games & Gaming, Maker Club, Workshop

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Seats Remaining: 8

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The Teen Library is getting gaming PCs and we need your help building them! Teen participants in this workshop will collaborate to:

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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.

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Creative Movement with Portland School of Ballet

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am

Children's Library at Downtown Library

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Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Children's Library

Age Group: Preschoolers (2-5), Children (5-12)

Program Type: Movement & Play

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Creative Movement at PPL is an introduction into classical ballet for young dancers ages 4-6. Students’ gross motor skills are engaged through creative expressive exercise with a focus on coordination.

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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.

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Free Tax Filing with AARP Tax-Aide

Wednesday, February 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm

Rines Auditorium at Downtown Library

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Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Rines Auditorium

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Other

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The AARP Tax-Aide program will be at the Downtown Library to assist with filing your taxes for free every Wednesday from February 5 to April 9. This program is by appointment only. To make an appointment, please call (207) 518-8579.

Paws & Pages

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Children's Library at Downtown Library

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Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Children's Library

Age Group: Children (5-12)

Program Type: Other

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Paws & Pages is a program where children can practice reading to a certified therapy dog. Smith the golden retriever and his person, Jane, will be here every other Friday for one hour.

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February Drag Storytime with Portland Ovations

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am

Rines Auditorium at Downtown Library

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Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Rines Auditorium

Age Group: Babies (0-24 months), Preschoolers (2-5), Children (5-12)

Program Type: Special Events, Storytime

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PPL and Portland Ovations welcome families to embrace the power of Drag Storytime in nurturing creativity, acceptance, and celebration of diversity in our children’s lives.

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Singing Storytime with Mx. Lindz

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am

Children's Library at Downtown Library

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Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Children's Library

Age Group: Babies (0-24 months), Preschoolers (2-5), Children (5-12)

Program Type: Storytime, Family Storytime

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Puppet-Making for Teens

Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Teen Library at Downtown Library

Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Teen Library

Age Group: Teenagers (12-19)

Program Type: Maker Club, Workshop

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Seats Remaining: 15

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Looking to make some unique, playful or silly art this winter? Drop by the Teen Library to explore a few different DIY forms of puppet art, featuring one of Portland's local puppet artists: Josie Colt!

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Singing Storytime with Mx. Lindz

Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am

Children's Library at Downtown Library

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Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Children's Library

Age Group: Babies (0-24 months), Preschoolers (2-5), Children (5-12)

Program Type: Storytime, Family Storytime

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Singing Storytime with Mx. Lindz

Saturday, April 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am

Children's Library at Downtown Library

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Library Branch: Downtown Library

Room: Children's Library

Age Group: Babies (0-24 months), Preschoolers (2-5), Children (5-12)

Program Type: Storytime, Family Storytime

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All Day		This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. This event is in the "Burbank Branch" group. This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group. This event is in the "Riverton Branch" group. This event is in the "Bookmobile" group. This event is in the "Offsite" group. This event is in the "Virtual/Hybrid" group. This event is in the "Pop-up Libraries" group. Closing CLOSED FOR NEW YEAR'S EVE All Day This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. This event is in the "Burbank Branch" group. This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group. This event is in the "Riverton Branch" group. This event is in the "Bookmobile" group. This event is in the "Offsite" group. This event is in the "Virtual/Hybrid" group. This event is in the "Pop-up Libraries" group. Closing All Day Branches: Downtown Library, Burbank Branch, Peaks Island Branch, Riverton Branch, Bookmobile, Offsite, Virtual/Hybrid, Pop-up Libraries Description: NOTE: All PPL Locations will be closed for New Year's Eve. Visit us online »	This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. This event is in the "Burbank Branch" group. This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group. This event is in the "Riverton Branch" group. This event is in the "Bookmobile" group. This event is in the "Offsite" group. This event is in the "Virtual/Hybrid" group. This event is in the "Pop-up Libraries" group. Closing CLOSED FOR NEW YEAR'S DAY All Day This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. This event is in the "Burbank Branch" group. This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group. This event is in the "Riverton Branch" group. This event is in the "Bookmobile" group. This event is in the "Offsite" group. This event is in the "Virtual/Hybrid" group. This event is in the "Pop-up Libraries" group. Closing All Day Branches: Downtown Library, Burbank Branch, Peaks Island Branch, Riverton Branch, Bookmobile, Offsite, Virtual/Hybrid, Pop-up Libraries Description: NOTE: All PPL Locations will be closed for New Year's Day. Visit us online »
9 am	This event is in the "Riverton Branch" group. Baby Storytime @ Riverton 9:30am - 10:00am Riverton Branch This event is in the "Riverton Branch" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!					This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group. Adult Writing Group @ Peaks 9:00am - 9:45am Peaks Island Branch This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
10 am	This event is in the "Riverton Branch" group. Preschool Storytime @ Riverton 10:30am - 11:00am Riverton Branch This event is in the "Riverton Branch" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!				This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group. Baby Storytime @ Peaks 10:15am - 10:45am Peaks Island Branch This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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! This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. Little Roots Family Music Class 10:30am - 11:15am Downtown Library This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Children's Library Age Group: Babies (0-24 months), Preschoolers (2-5) Program Type: Storytime, Family Storytime Event Details: Visit the Children's Library Downtown on the 1st Friday of every month for a special Little Roots Family Music Class for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers, presented by our partners from 317 Mai 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. This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group. Preschool Storytime @ Peaks 10:45am - 11:15am Peaks Island Branch This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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!	This event is in the "Burbank Branch" group. Fiber Arts Meetup @ Burbank 10:30am - 11:30am Burbank Branch This event is in the "Burbank Branch" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Burbank Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Other Love to do hand crafts? Bring your latest project and join other crafters for inspiration and conversation. Knitting, crochet, embroidery, and other fiber arts welcome, as are all skill levels.
11 am						This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. Creative Movement with Portland School of Ballet 11:00am - 11:30am Downtown Library This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Downtown Library Room: Children's Library Age Group: Preschoolers (2-5), Children (5-12) Program Type: Movement & Play Event Details: Creative Movement at PPL is an introduction into classical ballet for young dancers ages 4-6. Students’ gross motor skills are engaged through creative expressive exercise with a focus on coordination. 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.
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2 pm				This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. Teen Video Games 2:00pm - 5:00pm Downtown Library This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. Technology Tutoring 2:00pm - 3:30pm Downtown Library This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. Teen Video Games 2:00pm - 5:00pm Downtown Library This event is in the "Downtown Library" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
3 pm				This event is in the "Burbank Branch" group. Kids LEGO Club @ Burbank 3:00pm - 4:00pm Burbank Branch This event is in the "Burbank Branch" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group. Creative Writing for Kids @ Peaks (Grades 3–5) 3:15pm - 4:00pm Peaks Island Branch This event is in the "Peaks Island Branch" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
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5 pm				This event is in the "Riverton Branch" group. All Genres Book Club @ Riverton 5:00pm - 6:00pm Riverton Branch This event is in the "Riverton Branch" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Riverton Branch Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Event Details: Push your reading boundaries and hear different perspectives on both popular and lesser-known books! Each participant will join the club on equal footing. Discussions will be group-led, and library staff will be on hand to help moderate.

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