Free classes and workshops in Portland

6 listings in Portland, OR: free classes, workshops and fitness. Each one checked against its official source, every catch spelled out.

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Free drop-in GED tutoring at Midland Library

Tuesdays 6–7:30pm through Nov 17

Midland Library, Multnomah County LibraryPortland

Work one-on-one with a tutor on GED math, language arts, science and social studies, Tuesdays 6–7:30pm at Midland Library through Nov 17. Books and materials provided; the event page is in English and Spanish. Questions: call or text 503-577-9984.

Verified Oct 27 · multcolib.org

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Classes & fitnessFree (worth about $20)Happening now

Free one-on-one tech help at Central Library

Tuesdays noon–1:45pm through Dec 29

Central Library, Multnomah County LibraryPortland

Drop in with your phone, tablet or laptop and a library Tech Helper will help with devices, websites, getting started with tech and more. At Central Library on Tuesdays, noon–1:45pm, through Dec 29 (the calendar also lists Thursdays 10–11:45am through Nov 19 and Sundays noon–1:45pm through Nov 29). First come, first served.

Verified Oct 27 · multcolib.org

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This weekend 2 listings

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Free English (ESL) classes at Central Library, no registration

Mondays 12:30–2pm and Fridays 4:30–6pm through Nov 20

Central Library, Multnomah County LibraryPortland

Goodwill Industries of the Columbia Willamette teaches free English classes at Central Library on Mondays 12:30–2pm and Fridays 4:30–6pm through Nov 20 (Monday classes return Dec 7). All levels welcome; your level is set at your first class. No registration needed. Info: 503-577-9984.

Verified Oct 27 · multcolib.org

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Classes & fitnessFree (worth about $40)Happening now

Free U.S. citizenship classes on Sundays at Midland and Rockwood libraries

Sundays 1–3pm, Nov 1–29

Midland Library, Multnomah County LibraryPortland

Prepare for your naturalization interview and civics test: U.S. history and government, taught in English. Sundays 1–3pm at Midland Library, Nov 1–29 (Rockwood Library also hosts sessions Nov 1, 8 and 15). Register with the instructor by calling 503-379-1598 ext. 105.

Verified Oct 27 · multcolib.org

Catch: Registration required (call or email the instructor)

Coming up 2 listings

Classes & fitnessFree (worth about $10)

Recycling 101: free RecycleU class at Firstenburg Community Center

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM

Firstenburg Community CenterVancouver

A free city class on the regional garbage and recycling system: what goes in the curbside bin and why, and where it all ends up. Bring the items you're unsure about.

Verified Oct 27 · cityofvancouver.us

Catch: Registration required

Classes & fitnessFree (worth about $10)

Wednesday Wanders: free guided nature walk along the Columbia River in Vancouver

Wed, Nov 25, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Water Resources Education CenterVancouver

A city-led morning walk exploring the Columbia River shoreline and wetlands near the Water Resources Education Center: native plants, wildlife and how the waterways work. About 2 miles on paved paths, wetland trails and sandy beach. Good for adults and kids 6 and up.

Verified Oct 27 · cityofvancouver.us

Catch: Registration required