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The Together Book Club

Wednesday, July 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.

Library Rangers

The Library Rangers

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
School Age

Library Scouts is an inclusive, hands-on program for children ages 8 to 12.

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

Library Scouts is an inclusive, hands-on program for children ages 8 to 12.

Family STEAM Night

Thursday, July 9, 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.

Grow Along Storytime

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

This month’s Storytime is all about Planting a Seed! We’ll share stories about growth, kindness, and caring for our world.

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

This month’s Storytime is all about Planting a Seed! We’ll share stories about growth, kindness, and caring for our world.

Fun Friday

Fun Fridays

Friday, July 10, 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.

KidQuest

Saturday, July 11, 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 7/13 - 7/18
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.

Buddies and Books Storytime

Monday, July 13, 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.

Maker Monday

Monday, July 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning

Literacy Launchpad

Tuesday, July 14, 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.

Library of Rock

Library of Rock

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Workshops & Classes
Age Group:
School Age

Welcome to the Library of Rock! Where kids ages 8 to 12 will learn how to play different instruments in a rock band! Registration is required, as each class builds on the last.

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

Welcome to the Library of Rock! Where kids ages 8 to 12 will learn how to play different instruments in a rock band! Registration is required, as each class builds on the last.

Movie Matinee

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us every month on the third Wednesday for a family-friendly movie matinee! Our movies will usually be a new release, with a beloved old classic popping up now and then during slow times of the year.

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

Join us every month on the third Wednesday for a family-friendly movie matinee! Our movies will usually be a new release, with a beloved old classic popping up now and then during slow times of the year.

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.

Library Rangers

The Library Rangers

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
School Age

Library Scouts is an inclusive, hands-on program for children ages 8 to 12.

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

Library Scouts is an inclusive, hands-on program for children ages 8 to 12.

Family Craft Night

Thursday, July 16, 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.

Grow Along Storytime

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

This month’s Storytime is all about Planting a Seed! We’ll share stories about growth, kindness, and caring for our world.

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

This month’s Storytime is all about Planting a Seed! We’ll share stories about growth, kindness, and caring for our world.

Fun Friday

Fun Fridays

Friday, July 17, 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.

The Tween Librarian Team

The Tween Librarian Team

All Day 7/19 - 7/25
The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
School Age

Become the newest member of The Tween Librarian Team! Being part of the Tween Librarian Team means kids will get to adopt a shelf, decorating it to fit their personality, and showcase their favorite books and movies.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Become the newest member of The Tween Librarian Team! Being part of the Tween Librarian Team means kids will get to adopt a shelf, decorating it to fit their personality, and showcase their favorite books and movies.

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 7/20 - 7/25
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.

Buddies and Books Storytime

Monday, July 20, 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.

Pokémon GO! Club

Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Games
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Let's GO!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Clubs, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's GO!

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.

Literacy Launchpad

Tuesday, July 21, 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.

Library Rangers

The Library Rangers

Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
School Age

Library Scouts is an inclusive, hands-on program for children ages 8 to 12.

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

Library Scouts is an inclusive, hands-on program for children ages 8 to 12.

Grow Along Storytime

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

This month’s Storytime is all about Planting a Seed! We’ll share stories about growth, kindness, and caring for our world.

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

This month’s Storytime is all about Planting a Seed! We’ll share stories about growth, kindness, and caring for our world.

Detective Diggs!

Detective Diggs: The Case of the Bone Bandit!

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Detective Diggs and the Case of the Bone Bandit is a playful mystery where children help Detective Diggs gather clues, question suspects, and solve the case together.

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

Detective Diggs and the Case of the Bone Bandit is a playful mystery where children help Detective Diggs gather clues, question suspects, and solve the case together.

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.