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Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

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.

Family STEAM Night: Candy Bridges

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM Learning
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us for a Family FUN night with a STEAM learning spin! Each month on the second Thursday, we'll gather in the main library for a family-friendly activity in the genre of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and/or Math.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: STEAM Learning
Event Details:

Join us for a Family FUN night with a STEAM learning spin! Each month on the second Thursday, we'll gather in the main library for a family-friendly activity in the genre of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and/or Math.

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.

Food Allergies

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

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

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.

Fun Fridays

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games
Age Group:
School Age
Fun Fridays:

Series of fun activities for elementary school aged children.

This fun program is intended for kids age 5-10, but everyone is welcome! Each week is something different; it might be art, it might be crafts; could be Code-a-pillars and Beebots; or we might just play games.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games
Event Details:

Fun Fridays

Series of fun activities for elementary school aged children.

This fun program is intended for kids age 5-10, but everyone is welcome! Each week is something different; it might be art, it might be crafts; could be Code-a-pillars and Beebots; or we might just play games.

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.

Limited Availability

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

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

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.

KidQuest

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Games
Age Group:
School Age

Adventure Awaits! (Ages 6–11)

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Clubs, Games
Event Details:

Adventure Awaits! (Ages 6–11)

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

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.

Arctic Circle Storytime

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM Learning, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Join us as we read a story, sing some songs, and play a game of "The Floor is Ocean" and hop from ice floe to ice floe while we learn about the animals that live at our planet's far north! 

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: STEAM Learning, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us as we read a story, sing some songs, and play a game of "The Floor is Ocean" and hop from ice floe to ice floe while we learn about the animals that live at our planet's far north! 

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.

Food Allergies

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

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

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.

Literacy Launchpad

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Workshops & Classes
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Help your young reader grow with confidence! Join our Literacy Launchpad, a fun and supportive literacy program designed for children who need a little extra help.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Workshops & Classes
Event Details:

Help your young reader grow with confidence! Join our Literacy Launchpad, a fun and supportive literacy program designed for children who need a little extra help.

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

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.

Wiggles and Giggles

Giggles and Wiggles

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes, Games, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Fun and games for toddlers and preschool age children! Every Wednesday morning in the library meeting room at 11:00 am until 12:00 pm. Adults must accompany their child and can join in the fun! Games, crafts, music, and Fun!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes, Games, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Fun and games for toddlers and preschool age children! Every Wednesday morning in the library meeting room at 11:00 am until 12:00 pm. Adults must accompany their child and can join in the fun! Games, crafts, music, and Fun!

The Together Book Club

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Adults

This book club is for school aged children and teens (6+) and an accompanying adult who will read the same book (together or separately by themselves). The books we read can be enjoyed by all ages!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

This book club is for school aged children and teens (6+) and an accompanying adult who will read the same book (together or separately by themselves). The books we read can be enjoyed by all ages!

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.

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

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.

Family Craft Night: Calendars

Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us for a Family FUN night with a crafty spin! Each month on the third Thursday, we'll gather in the main library for a family-friendly arts and craft activity.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for a Family FUN night with a crafty spin! Each month on the third Thursday, we'll gather in the main library for a family-friendly arts and craft activity.

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.

Food Allergies

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

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

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.

Fun Fridays

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games
Age Group:
School Age
Fun Fridays:

Series of fun activities for elementary school aged children.

This fun program is intended for kids age 5-10, but everyone is welcome! Each week is something different; it might be art, it might be crafts; could be Code-a-pillars and Beebots; or we might just play games.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games
Event Details:

Fun Fridays

Series of fun activities for elementary school aged children.

This fun program is intended for kids age 5-10, but everyone is welcome! Each week is something different; it might be art, it might be crafts; could be Code-a-pillars and Beebots; or we might just play games.

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.

Limited Availability

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

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

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.

Snowflake Scavenger Hunt

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Complete a seasonal scavenger hunt for a fun prize!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Complete a seasonal scavenger hunt for a fun prize!

Puppets, music, a fun time for all when Red Yarn comes to the library.

Red Yarn

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us for this family friendly entertainer, Red Yarn.  Weaving folksongs and puppetry into high-energy shows, Red Yarn reinvigorates American folklore for younger generations.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Join us for this family friendly entertainer, Red Yarn.  Weaving folksongs and puppetry into high-energy shows, Red Yarn reinvigorates American folklore for younger generations.

Snowflake Scavenger Hunt

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Complete a seasonal scavenger hunt for a fun prize!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Complete a seasonal scavenger hunt for a fun prize!

MLK Day

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Closing
Branches:
The Dalles Public Library

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

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.

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

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.