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The Carole King & James Taylor Story

In 2 weeks · Thu, Apr 30, 2:00 AM UTC · Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall · 1037 SW Broadway, Portland, OR

Frame by Frame // A Dream-Inspired Stop Motion Animation Camp (ages 8 – 10) – SOLD OUT

Jul 13 – Jul 17 · Pam Cut · 934 SW Salmon St., Portland, OR, 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 8–10

Camp overview Working with teaching artist and filmmaker Sahar Al-Sawaf, campers explore the magical connection between visual art, dreams, and stop motion animation. Inspired by the works of artists such as Pipilotti Rist, Marco Brambilla, Salvador Dali, and Kurosawa’s film Dreams, young creators..

Dreamscapes in Motion // A Collaborative Animation Camp (ages 11 – 14) – SOLD OUT

Jul 27 – Jul 31 · Pam Cut · 934 SW Salmon St., Portland, OR, 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 11–14

Camp overview Guided by teaching artist and filmmaker Sahar Al-Sawaf, youth ages 11–14 will transform inspiration from art, dreams, and film into animated stories, learning how imagination, collaboration, and creativity can combine to make ideas move. In this hands-on camp, campers will create...

Animate the Beat // Create a Music Video with Procreate Dreams (ages 11 – 14) – SOLD OUT

Jul 20 – Jul 24 · Pam Cut · 934 SW Salmon St., Portland, OR, 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 11–14

Camp overview In this weeklong collaborative camp for ages 11-14, campers will transform music into motion using Procreate Dreams, the powerful animation app designed for digital storytelling. Guided by Teaching Artist and Illustrator Fry, youth will work together to produce an original animated...

Band of Outsiders x Art & About

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 24, 2:00 AM–4:00 AM UTC · PAM CUT’s Tomorrow Theater · 3530 SE Division St., Portland, OR, 97202, Portland, OR

See full details at tomorrowtheater.org.

2026 HeART of Portland: A Portland Public Schools K-12 Arts Showcase Opening Celebration

In 3 days · Thu, Apr 16, 1:30 AM–3:00 AM UTC · Portland Art Museum, Mark Building · 1119 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR, 97205, Portland, OR

Event overview Celebrate the extraordinary work of student artists and over a decade of citywide funding for K-12 arts education! The Portland Art Museum is proud to partner with Portland Public Schools to host the 2026 HeART of Portland: A Portland Public Schools K-12 Arts Showcase. This annual...

Adult Craft Night

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 18+

Enjoy a relaxing evening of trying a new craft on Tuesdays! Here's what we'll be learning: 03/31 Junk Journaling 04/21 Painting with Buttons 05/26 Beaded Plants All supplies will be provided! This crafting event is intended for adult participants and is first come, first served.

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...

Adult Maker Time

Thu, Aug 20, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 18+

Space is limited; every participant must be signed up in advance to reserve a spot. What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Creative Learning Room to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people. Creative Learning Room staff and volunteers..

Panels to Pages // The Art of Comics & Zines (ages 11 – 14) – SOLD OUT

Aug 3 – Aug 7 · Pam Cut · 934 SW Salmon St., Portland, OR, 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 11–14

Camp overview Learn how to turn ideas into illustrated stories and investigate the connections between art books, comics, zines, and graphic novels in this weeklong camp for youth ages 11-14. Guided by teaching artist, ceramicist, and zine maker Erika Rier, campers will explore how images and words.

Adult Maker Time

Thu, Jul 16, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 18+

Space is limited; every participant must be signed up in advance to reserve a spot. What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Creative Learning Room to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people. Creative Learning Room staff and volunteers..

Adult Maker Time

Thu, Jun 25, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 18+

Space is limited; every participant must be signed up in advance to reserve a spot. Registration opens three weeks in advance. What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Creative Learning Room to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people....

Adult Maker Time

Thu, Aug 27, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 18+

Space is limited; every participant must be signed up in advance to reserve a spot. What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Creative Learning Room to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people. Creative Learning Room staff and volunteers..

Учимся со сказкой - Russian Storytime

Thu, Aug 27, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

Программа для детей от рождения до 6 лет и их родителей проводится на русском языке. Чтение книг, детские песни, поделки и традиционные игры помогут сохранить русский язык и подготовить ребенка к успешному обучению в школе. Без регистрации. Сопровождение взрослых обязательно. До встречи! Программы..

Учимся со сказкой - Russian Storytime

Thu, Aug 20, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

Программа для детей от рождения до 6 лет и их родителей проводится на русском языке. Чтение книг, детские песни, поделки и традиционные игры помогут сохранить русский язык и подготовить ребенка к успешному обучению в школе. Без регистрации. Сопровождение взрослых обязательно. До встречи! Программы..

Учимся со сказкой - Russian Storytime

Thu, Jul 30, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

Программа для детей от рождения до 6 лет и их родителей проводится на русском языке. Чтение книг, детские песни, поделки и традиционные игры помогут сохранить русский язык и подготовить ребенка к успешному обучению в школе. Без регистрации. Сопровождение взрослых обязательно. До встречи! Программы..

Учимся со сказкой - Russian Storytime

Thu, Jul 23, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

Программа для детей от рождения до 6 лет и их родителей проводится на русском языке. Чтение книг, детские песни, поделки и традиционные игры помогут сохранить русский язык и подготовить ребенка к успешному обучению в школе. Без регистрации. Сопровождение взрослых обязательно. До встречи! Программы..

Teen Crafternoon!

Wed, Sep 2, 12:00 AM–2:00 AM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 10–17

Teens are invited to come work on crafts! Materials provided! Work on the DIY craft of the week, or do your own thing with our location's craft materials! Sew, paint, glue, make, design; the sky's your limit! Learn alongside others, share your knowledge and explore new ways of making things! Made...

Black Family Storytime Online

In 2 weeks · Tue, Apr 28, 6:00 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

The Black, African, and African American experience comes alive for children from birth to age 6 (with their favorite adult/family members). Have fun with books and stories, songs, and movement activities in a positive and affirming online environment. Black Storytime builds language and literacy...

Preschool Sensory Storytime Online

Wed, Jul 22, 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...

Hora de Cuentos virtual

Wed, May 13, 9:15 PM–9:45 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

¡Vengan a disfrutar y divertirse en este programa interactivo para niños de 0 a 6 años y sus cuidadores! Ofrecemos actividades que promueven la alfabetización temprana, leyendo libros, cantando, y jugando. La Hora de Cuentos virtual está diseñada para...

Hora de Cuentos virtual

Wed, May 27, 9:15 PM–9:45 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

¡Vengan a disfrutar y divertirse en este programa interactivo para niños de 0 a 6 años y sus cuidadores! Ofrecemos actividades que promueven la alfabetización temprana, leyendo libros, cantando, y jugando. La Hora de Cuentos virtual está diseñada para...

Family Storytime

Thu, Jun 25, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

Come enjoy our story time with songs, rhymes, stories, movement, and crafts. Craft to follow the story time program. Recommended for ages 18 months – 5 years, but all ages and abilities welcome. No registration required.

Preschool Sensory Storytime Online

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 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...

Adult Maker Time

Thu, Jul 9, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 18+

Space is limited; every participant must be signed up in advance to reserve a spot. What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Creative Learning Room to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people. Creative Learning Room staff and volunteers..

Adult Maker Time

Thu, Jul 2, 1:00 AM–2:30 AM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR · Ages 18+

Space is limited; every participant must be signed up in advance to reserve a spot. What will you create? Bring your ideas and make them a reality! Join us at the Creative Learning Room to make something cool, learn a new skill, and meet friendly people. Creative Learning Room staff and volunteers..

Preschool Sensory Storytime Online

Wed, May 20, 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...

Hózhó Náhásdlįį': Walking In Beauty

Sat, Jun 6, 5:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

Join artist Lorne James for a participatory art initiative inspired by Navajo cultural beliefs of harmony, balance, and interconnections. This project invites you to create art flags that reflect your interpretation of "Walking in Beauty." With our art, we'll embrace the philosophy that the purpose.

Учимся со сказкой - Russian Storytime

Thu, Aug 6, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

Программа для детей от рождения до 6 лет и их родителей проводится на русском языке. Чтение книг, детские песни, поделки и традиционные игры помогут сохранить русский язык и подготовить ребенка к успешному обучению в школе. Без регистрации. Сопровождение взрослых обязательно. До встречи! Программы..

Учимся со сказкой - Russian Storytime

Thu, Jul 9, 5:30 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Central Library · 801 SW 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97205, Portland, OR

Программа для детей от рождения до 6 лет и их родителей проводится на русском языке. Чтение книг, детские песни, поделки и традиционные игры помогут сохранить русский язык и подготовить ребенка к успешному обучению в школе. Без регистрации. Сопровождение взрослых обязательно. До встречи! Программы..