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Ceramic Ornaments with Lise Larsen Session 2

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Teen Library Council for High Schoolers

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Teen Library Council is designed to earn volunteer hours towards graduating high school! Activities include community trash pick up, shelving/packaging books, general cleaning of the library, and more. 

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Teen Library Council is designed to earn volunteer hours towards graduating high school! Activities include community trash pick up, shelving/packaging books, general cleaning of the library, and more. 

Nintendo Switch/Xbox Gaming

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Head up to the teen room for some gaming! We have a Nintendo Switch and Xbox to fire up and play some games. 

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Head up to the teen room for some gaming! We have a Nintendo Switch and Xbox to fire up and play some games. 

Movie Matinee Holiday Classic

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 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 of a new release! Snacks are provided and everyone is welcome. Our feature for this month is yet to be determined. Hope to see you there!

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 of a new release! Snacks are provided and everyone is welcome. Our feature for this month is yet to be determined. Hope to see you there!

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.

Colonel Wright: Troubador Caroling

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:00am
Main Library at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Colonel Wright's Troubador's, made up of students in 4th and 5th grade, will once again entertain us with Christmas carols.  (more information to come)

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

Colonel Wright's Troubador's, made up of students in 4th and 5th grade, will once again entertain us with Christmas carols.  (more information to come)

Guided Watercolor - With Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us as Yvonne guides us through simple and beginner friendly watercolor projects. Leave with a completed project and a new skill to continue your painting journey. In house supplies provided or you can bring your own. 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as Yvonne guides us through simple and beginner friendly watercolor projects. Leave with a completed project and a new skill to continue your painting journey. In house supplies provided or you can bring your own. 

Fun Fridays for Teens (11+): DIY Winter Ornaments

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens

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.

Limited Availability

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

Embroidery with Steph Evans - Take and Make - Festive Wreath

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

No registration needed.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

No registration needed.

Make Your Own Flashlight: Take & Make Kit

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

Make your own miniature flashlight with a battery, bulb, copper tape, binder clip, and popsicle stick. Then use it to read a book under the covers on a chilly winter evening!

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

Make your own miniature flashlight with a battery, bulb, copper tape, binder clip, and popsicle stick. Then use it to read a book under the covers on a chilly winter evening!

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

Library Closed For Staff Development

All Day
The Dalles Public Library

The library will be closed for staff development. During this time, our team will be participating in training sessions to enhance the services and resources we provide to our comm...

Closing
Branches:
The Dalles Public Library
Description:

The library will be closed for staff development. During this time, our team will be participating in training sessions to enhance the services and resources we provide to our community. 

Hot Cocoa & Winter Fun

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Join us every Tuesday in the teen room in November and December for hot cocoa! We will have various winter craft and activities during this time as well :) 

Cancelled
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday in the teen room in November and December for hot cocoa! We will have various winter craft and activities during this time as well :) 

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.

Minecraft Club

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Games
Age Group:
Teens

Come play Minecraft with other teens on the library's iPads and Minecraft server! Together, you'll complete fun challenges and show off your mining AND crafting expertise.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Clubs, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come play Minecraft with other teens on the library's iPads and Minecraft server! Together, you'll complete fun challenges and show off your mining AND crafting expertise.

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

Closed for Christmas

All Day
The Dalles Public Library, Southern Wasco Public Library, Dufur Library

All Wasco County Library locations will be closed in observance of Christmas. 

Closing
Branches:
The Dalles Public Library, Southern Wasco Public Library, Dufur Library
Description:

All Wasco County Library locations will be closed in observance of Christmas. 

Fun Fridays for Teens (11+): Muddy Buddies

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens

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.

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 label and fun 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 label and fun 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.

Open VR Gaming

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens

Hot Cocoa & Winter Fun

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Join us every Tuesday in the teen room in November and December for hot cocoa! We will have various winter craft and activities during this time as well :) 

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday in the teen room in November and December for hot cocoa! We will have various winter craft and activities during this time as well :) 

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.

Family Craft Night

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Main Library at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us every fourth* Tuesday of the month for a family craft night! All ages welcome. This month, we will be making cozy tie-fringe blankets out of colorful fleece. 

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 every fourth* Tuesday of the month for a family craft night! All ages welcome. This month, we will be making cozy tie-fringe blankets out of colorful fleece. 

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.

Nintendo Switch/Xbox Gaming

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Head up to the teen room for some gaming! We have a Nintendo Switch and Xbox to fire up and play some games. 

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Head up to the teen room for some gaming! We have a Nintendo Switch and Xbox to fire up and play some games. 

Glue & Glitter: Fireworks Craft

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Cover a large sheet of paper with your very own dazzling, glittery fireworks display in honor of the coming New Year!

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

Cover a large sheet of paper with your very own dazzling, glittery fireworks display in honor of the coming New Year!

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.

Closed for New Year's Day

All Day
The Dalles Public Library, Southern Wasco Public Library, Dufur Library

All Wasco County Library locations will be closed in observance of New Year's Day.

Closing
Branches:
The Dalles Public Library, Southern Wasco Public Library, Dufur Library
Description:

All Wasco County Library locations will be closed in observance of New Year's Day.

Books & Blankets Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/1 - 2/1
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Grab a fluffy blanket and your favorite book and join this year's Winter Reading Challenge!

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

Grab a fluffy blanket and your favorite book and join this year's Winter Reading Challenge!

Reading Resolutions Poster: Take & Make Kit

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

Happy New Year! Do you have a TBR (to-be-read) list that you're determined to tackle this year and want a visual reminder of your goals?

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

Happy New Year! Do you have a TBR (to-be-read) list that you're determined to tackle this year and want a visual reminder of your goals?

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

Prince and Princess Tea Party

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

You are cordially invited to the THIRD annual Princess and Prince Tea Party. Join us for dancing, crafts and light refreshments. Costumes are highly encouraged.

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

You are cordially invited to the THIRD annual Princess and Prince Tea Party. Join us for dancing, crafts and light refreshments. Costumes are highly encouraged.