Book Clubs

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The Wasco County Library District offers a variety of book clubs for all ages and interests. Contact your library to learn more. Each different club is profiled below.

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Adult Book Clubs at The Dalles Public Library

Whodunnit Mystery Book Club

Meets first Thursday of each month at 5:00pm

Join other mystery readers for a monthly book discussion. Each month features a different book. Copies are available for checkout at the front desk. For adults 19+

PRIDE Book Club

Meets second Thursday of each month at 6:00pm

A Pride book club just for adults! Join us every 2nd Thursday at 6:00pm for a time to discuss  books. Books are available at the front desk. For adults 19+

Third Thursday Book Club

Meets third Thursday of each month at 4:00pm

Join our book discussion group every 3rd Thursday of each month. Books are available at the front desk. For adults 19+

Sci-Fi Book Club

Meets last Tuesday of each month at 5:00pm

If you love science fiction, this is the book club for you. Each month we’ll discuss a new sci-fi selection. Books are available at the front desk. For adults 19+

Teen Book Clubs at The Dalles Public Library

And then, what happened… Teen Writers Book Club

Meets first and third Tuesdays of each month at 4:00pm

Hang with other teens and work on your latest writing project and talk books you’re currently reading. For teens 11-18.

Graphic Novel Book Club

Meets fourth Friday of each month at 3:30pm

A book club for teens who love graphic novels! Join us as we talk graphic novels and eat snacks. Books are available at the front desk. For teens 11-18.

Kids Book Clubs at The Dalles Public Library

Contact the Children’s Librarian for more information.

Beginning Readers Book Club

Meets first Wednesday of each month at 3:00pm

Grades K-2. Plus you get to keep the book! We will look at the book, talk about the author and illustrator, and read some pages. Afterwards we'll have a snack and do a craft or activity.

Adventure Readers Book Club

Meets second Wednesday of each month at 3:00pm

For Kids that like to read adventure books. Do you like to read books that are full of adventures and danger? This is the book club for you!

Book Worms Book Club

Meets third Wednesday of each month at 3:00pm

Are you in third, fourth, or fifth grade? Do you love to read? Do you read chapter books? Do you like to eat snacks? If you answered yes to at least one of those questions, then this club is for you. We meet on the third Wednesday of each month. 

Book Clubs at Southern Wasco County Library

Read What You Want Book Club

Meets first Thursday of each month at 4:00pm

There are no rules. Bring whatever book you are reading and have a good time talking with other readers.

Cookin’ the Books Book Club

See calendar for meeting time and location.

Each month we’ll have a theme. Bring a dish you made and the cookbook you used and share with others.

Upcoming Book Club Events

This event is in the "School Age" group.

Tumi Tales: Read with a dog

4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:
Come read to Tumi the labradoodle! One-on-one reading helps kids gain confidence. This program is open to all kids from beginning readers to those looking to practice with a patient, furry listener. Tumi, our therapy dog, comes every Monday fro...

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Limited Availability

Materials are limited and available on a first come, first served basis. We cannot guarantee availability.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Performances, Workshops & Classes
Event Details:
Register online for this virtual event.  You’re invited to an afternoon chat with New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Land as she talks to us about her new memoir, Class: A Memoir of Motherhood, Hunger, and Higher Educa...
This event is in the "School Age" group.

Adventure Readers Book Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Clubs

Adventure Readers Book Club

Do you like to read books that are full of adventures and danger? This is the book club for you! For grades 3 - 5.

Event Details:
Adventure Readers book club meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 3:00pm.  We usually meet in the main part of the library, over by the new book section.  On December 13th we will be discussing Thundershock in Pummelo Stadium, a Pokemon ...
This event is in the "Adults" group.

PRIDE Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs

Pride Book Club

Join us as we read books with LGBTQ+ themes and characters. Books are available at the front desk.

Event Details:
PRIDE Book Club meets the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:00pm. ...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Graphic Novel Book Club The Moth Keeper by Kay O'Neill

3:30pm - 4:30pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Clubs

Teen Graphic Novel Book Club

Join other teens and discuss graphic novels and other comics. Books are available at the front desk.

Event Details:
Anya is finally a Moth Keeper, the protector of the lunar moths that allow the Night-Lily flower to bloom once a year. Her village needs the flower to continue thriving and Anya is excited to prove her worth and show her thanks to her friends with he...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "School Age" group.

Tumi Tales: Read with a dog

4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:
Come read to Tumi the labradoodle! One-on-one reading helps kids gain confidence. This program is open to all kids from beginning readers to those looking to practice with a patient, furry listener. Tumi, our therapy dog, comes every Monday fro...

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Limited Availability

Materials are limited and available on a first come, first served basis. We cannot guarantee availability.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Writer's Club

4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Clubs, Clubs

And then what happened… Teen Writers Book Club

Are you an aspiring writer or just love books in general?  Writers and book lovers of the Teen variety can join us to discuss their personal projects or just talk about what they’ve been reading.

Event Details:
Meets the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Tuesdays of each month at 4:00pm. ...
This event is in the "School Age" group.

Bookworms Book Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Book Clubs

Book Worms Books Club

Do you like reading chapter books? This is the book club for you. Join us as we talk books and have snacks! For grades 3 - 5.

Event Details:
Bookworms Book Club meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 3:00pm.  On December 20th we will meet over by the new books section in the main part of the library.  The book we will be discussing is The best Christmas pageant ever, by B...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

3rd Thursday Book Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs

Third Thursday Book Club

Join our aptly named book club on the 3rd Thursday of each month as we discuss books from various genres. Books are available at the front desk.

Event Details:
3rd Thursday meets the third Thursday of each month at 4:00pm. The book being discussed on December 21st will be Chariot on the mountain, by Jack Ford.  A story based on true events recreates a female slave's struggle for freedom in th...

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.