Learn the basics of using the sewing equipment available in the Pod Maker Area. Limit 10, email portlandpod@lfpl.org or call 502-574-1642 to register.

Gentle yoga, no prior experience needed.  Ages 18+     

Ages 0-6

English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) offers guided English practice, led by a library staff member.  The instructor leads students through grammar exercises and a cultural theme every week.

Get fit while you sit! Chair Yoga brings the best of a yoga practice to everyone who requires or prefers the support of a chair. Gently increase flexibility and strength, improve balance, and relieve stress with the aid of a chair.

Calling all homeschool high schoolers! Join us for a teen-led book club. You and your fellow members choose the books.  It’s your choice, your voice, and your space to talk books.

We will discuss Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon (2000)

Join us for an afternoon craft project. We'll complete a different project each week with options for more structured and unstructured crafts. Follow our gallery of kid-created library art on Pinterest. All supplies provided.

Join us for a virtual crafting session! Limited supply kits are available to Louisville locals for pick up at the South Central Regional Library. Registration is required via email (Liz.Magee@lfpl.org).

Low sensory environment for kids and their adults. 

Join us at the Teen Outpost for a relaxing and peaceful environment to focus on your cozy hobbies. Outpost Café provides a soothing ambiance, along with warm beverages and pastries for a delightful coffeehouse experience.
Ages 10-19.

Enjoy teen space with the art cart and board games. Middle and high school students.

Drop in, grab a snack, and relax after school with simple crafts, puzzles, or board games.  Snacks provided. 

Mark your place with your own cute creation! Attendees will learn how to make origami bookmarks with custom decorations. 

Pokémon fans between the ages of 5-12 meet the third Thursday of each month to play, trade cards, talk about your favorite Pokémon characters, and/or do a simple craft or other activity. Ages 5-12.

Join us for an adult book discussion!  This book club will focus on women writers of various backgrounds writing in various genres. April 2026’s title will be “Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Ma

Join our Chef In Residence, known as The Allergy Dragon, to learn how to make her award-winning Sweet Potato Curry Gravy and Sourdough Biscuits! Award-winning, even without gluten, wheat, dairy, egg, nuts, soy, sesame, or animal by-products.

Join us for an exploration of the game of Chess. We'll build knowledge together with a variety of resources and tons of casual play. Registration requested, contact noah.park@lfpl.org.

If you are feeling Thirs-Tea on Thursday come to Shively to try some Tea-licious teas! Feel free to bring some tea from home to add to the selection. This is an opportuni-tea to talk about tea, books, and other subjects!