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Grow Along Storytime

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

This month’s Storytime is a colorful celebration! Join us as we explore stories filled with bright hues, creative art, and the beautiful diversity that makes each of us unique.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

This month’s Storytime is a colorful celebration! Join us as we explore stories filled with bright hues, creative art, and the beautiful diversity that makes each of us unique.

This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Spring Break Madness: Reptiles

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Spring Break Madness!! The kids are out of school, but what are they going to do?  They can come to the library and do something fun.

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

Spring Break Madness!! The kids are out of school, but what are they going to do?  They can come to the library and do something fun.

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.

This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Rock Collection: Take & Make Kit

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM Learning, Take & Make Kits
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Adults

Come pick up a cool rock sample with a mini fact sheet to add to your collection every 4th Saturday!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM Learning, Take & Make Kits
Event Details:

Come pick up a cool rock sample with a mini fact sheet to add to your collection every 4th Saturday!

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Much Ado About Nothing: Reader's Theater Performance

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Adults

Come and watch members of your community perform a reader's theater adaptation of Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing", a comedy about the power of gossip to both ruin and enrich the lives of people who care about each other!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Come and watch members of your community perform a reader's theater adaptation of Shakespeare's "Much Ado About Nothing", a comedy about the power of gossip to both ruin and enrich the lives of people who care about each other!

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day 3/30 - 4/4
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date, 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, 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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Buddies and Books Storytime

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age
Storytime:

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Every Monday morning at 10:30, join a librarian and a special guest buddy for a storytime. The buddy might be a puppet, a community helper, or a visiting critter. It's a mystery, and it's always special!

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

Storytime

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Every Monday morning at 10:30, join a librarian and a special guest buddy for a storytime. The buddy might be a puppet, a community helper, or a visiting critter. It's a mystery, and it's always special!

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.

This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Maker Monday - Catalogue

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Adults

It’s Catalogue Night in the Makerspace!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning
Event Details:

It’s Catalogue Night in the Makerspace!

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Literacy Launchpad

Tuesday, March 31, 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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Booked for a Walk

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join our weekly walk/run from the library every Wednesday at 9:30 AM. We take the same lovely route each time, beginning at the Dalles Library parking lot, and ending with some refreshing snacks and drinks at the finish line!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join our weekly walk/run from the library every Wednesday at 9:30 AM. We take the same lovely route each time, beginning at the Dalles Library parking lot, and ending with some refreshing snacks and drinks at the finish line!

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.

This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Tween Writing Club

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
School Age, Teens

Join a group of writers aged 9-12 years old! Share your writing, learn how to give and receive feedback, get exposed to new writing styles, prompts, and ideas, and hang out and have snacks while making new friends!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: School Age, Teens
Program Type: Clubs
Event Details:

Join a group of writers aged 9-12 years old! Share your writing, learn how to give and receive feedback, get exposed to new writing styles, prompts, and ideas, and hang out and have snacks while making new friends!

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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Family Storytime Sweetshop & Coloring Cafe

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us for a family FUN night of sweet treats and relaxing coloring as you sit back and listen to a librarian read aloud something that everyone in the family can enjoy.

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

Join us for a family FUN night of sweet treats and relaxing coloring as you sit back and listen to a librarian read aloud something that everyone in the family can enjoy.

Disclaimer(s)

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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Grow Along Storytime

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

This month’s Storytime goes wild—in the best way! Inspired by The Wild Robot, we’ll explore stories about nature, robots, machines, and the magic that happens when the wild and the mechanical meet.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

This month’s Storytime goes wild—in the best way! Inspired by The Wild Robot, we’ll explore stories about nature, robots, machines, and the magic that happens when the wild and the mechanical meet.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Fun Fridays

Friday, April 3, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
School Age

A series of fun activities for elementary school-aged children.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: School Age
Event Details:

A series of fun activities for elementary school-aged children.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Wild Robot Violin Concert with Lauren Guerin

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us at the library for a special violin performance inspired by The Wild Robot! Portland-based violinist Lauren Guerin will perform songs featured in the film, modern classical selections, and futuristic pieces to match the robot theme.

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

Join us at the library for a special violin performance inspired by The Wild Robot! Portland-based violinist Lauren Guerin will perform songs featured in the film, modern classical selections, and futuristic pieces to match the robot theme.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Movie at the Granada - Wild Robot

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Movies
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day 4/6 - 4/11
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date, 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, 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.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Wanted: Kid Librarian of the Month

All Day 4/6 - 4/11
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
School Age

Wanted: Kid Librarian

Requirements:

  1. Buckets of imagination
  2. Just a smidge of mischief
  3. A love for books (stories, tales, etc.)

Details:

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

Wanted: Kid Librarian

Requirements:

  1. Buckets of imagination
  2. Just a smidge of mischief
  3. A love for books (stories, tales, etc.)

Details:

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Buddies and Books Storytime

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age
Storytime:

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Every Monday morning at 10:30, join a librarian and a special guest buddy for a storytime. The buddy might be a puppet, a community helper, or a visiting critter. It's a mystery, and it's always special!

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

Storytime

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Every Monday morning at 10:30, join a librarian and a special guest buddy for a storytime. The buddy might be a puppet, a community helper, or a visiting critter. It's a mystery, and it's always special!

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.

This event is in the "School Age" group

Tumi Tales: Read with a dog

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
School Age

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.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age
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.

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.

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 "School Age" group

Minecraft Monday

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Main Library at Southern Wasco Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
School Age

Come craft with your friends on a dedicated server

Library Branch: Southern Wasco Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come craft with your friends on a dedicated server

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Literacy Launchpad

Tuesday, April 7, 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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Sensory-friendly Storytime

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Join us for a quiet, calm evening storytime. We won't have bright lights or loud singing, and we'll have a sensory toy or bin for everyone to play with while we listen to a story. 

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

Join us for a quiet, calm evening storytime. We won't have bright lights or loud singing, and we'll have a sensory toy or bin for everyone to play with while we listen to a story. 

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.

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group

Booked for a Walk

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am
The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join our weekly walk/run from the library every Wednesday at 9:30 AM. We take the same lovely route each time, beginning at the Dalles Library parking lot, and ending with some refreshing snacks and drinks at the finish line!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join our weekly walk/run from the library every Wednesday at 9:30 AM. We take the same lovely route each time, beginning at the Dalles Library parking lot, and ending with some refreshing snacks and drinks at the finish line!

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.

This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

The Together Book Club

Wednesday, April 8, 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.