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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.

Yoga - Mondays at Noon!

Monday, December 29, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults

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.

The Third Rule of Time Travel

Sci-Fi Book Club The Third Rule of Time Travel

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Sci-Fi Book Club:

Hang out with other science fiction readers as we talk all things sci-fi. Books are available at the front desk.

"Fracassi weaves a tightly plotted story... a solid new entry into the time travel genre." — Kirkus

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Sci-Fi Book Club

Hang out with other science fiction readers as we talk all things sci-fi. Books are available at the front desk.

"Fracassi weaves a tightly plotted story... a solid new entry into the time travel genre." — Kirkus

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.

Adult Art Club

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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.

Grow Along Storytime

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, Adults
Storytime:

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Join us every Friday in January as we dive into a month-long Pacific Northwest–themed storytime adventure! After each session, kids can add their own creative touch to a growing mural in the Children’s Wing.

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

Storytime

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Join us every Friday in January as we dive into a month-long Pacific Northwest–themed storytime adventure! After each session, kids can add their own creative touch to a growing mural in the Children’s Wing.

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.

Food Allergies

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

Coffee and Coloring

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Coffee and Coloring:

Drop in for a relaxing start to your day. Have some coffee, snacks, and coloring the morning away.

Coffee and Coloring occurs the first Friday of each month from 12:00pm - 1:30pm. For adults only.

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

Coffee and Coloring

Drop in for a relaxing start to your day. Have some coffee, snacks, and coloring the morning away.

Coffee and Coloring occurs the first Friday of each month from 12:00pm - 1:30pm. For adults only.

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.

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.

The Write Room: An Adult Writing Group

Friday, January 2, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all aspiring authors!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs
Event Details:

Calling all aspiring authors!

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.

get ready to LAUGH, she is so funny!

First Saturday event, featuring: Heather Pearl

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

First Saturday of the Month brings you a family friendly performer. This month the performer will be Heather Pearl.  She does a bit of juggling, a bit of magic, and causes a lot of laughter.

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

First Saturday of the Month brings you a family friendly performer. This month the performer will be Heather Pearl.  She does a bit of juggling, a bit of magic, and causes a lot of laughter.

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.

The Starlit Storykeepers' Ball

Saturday, January 3, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

The Starlit Storykeepers’ Ball
Step beyond the veil of the ordinary and into an evening where stories come alive.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Starlit Storykeepers’ Ball
Step beyond the veil of the ordinary and into an evening where stories come alive.

Spice Kit Take & Make

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

Swing by the library on the first Monday of every month to snag a kit filled with delcious herbs and spices to try out in your next kitchen adventure. A recipe card will be incudled in each kit, following a recipe hand picked by your librarians.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Swing by the library on the first Monday of every month to snag a kit filled with delcious herbs and spices to try out in your next kitchen adventure. A recipe card will be incudled in each kit, following a recipe hand picked by your librarians.

Yoga - Mondays at Noon!

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness

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.

Limited Availability

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

The Art of Storytelling: Midlife & Elder Tales Taught by Nancy Turner

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Workshops & Classes
Age Group:
Adults

Stories and folktales offer a kaleidoscope of timeless wisdom—like an owner’s manual for being human. This introductory class is designed for anyone who wants to awaken their inner storyteller! 

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stories and folktales offer a kaleidoscope of timeless wisdom—like an owner’s manual for being human. This introductory class is designed for anyone who wants to awaken their inner storyteller! 

Maker Monday

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

Happiness Book Club

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs

Adult Art Club - Intro to Gouache

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Have you ever wanted to play with gouache paint? Now is your chance! We will make several simple mini paintings to introduce you to the medium. You will then get to play on your own for the remainder of the time. 

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

Have you ever wanted to play with gouache paint? Now is your chance! We will make several simple mini paintings to introduce you to the medium. You will then get to play on your own for the remainder of the time. 

Knots and Neeles, 1st Wednesday of the Month 5-7 pm. All Crafters Welcom

Knots & Needles

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library at Southern Wasco Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

A monthly gathering of fiber arts and hobbyists of all kinds, knitting, pine needles, macrame, needlework... All crafters welcome.  Whatever your craft, bring it and join in.

Library Branch: Southern Wasco Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

A monthly gathering of fiber arts and hobbyists of all kinds, knitting, pine needles, macrame, needlework... All crafters welcome.  Whatever your craft, bring it and join in.

Create Night with Denae Manion - Neon Northern Lights Painting

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Join us for a unique experience as we use neon black light paint to create the northern lights. 

Upcoming
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 for a unique experience as we use neon black light paint to create the northern lights. 

The Final Chapter Horror Book Club - NOS4A2

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

NOS4A2 by Joe Hill

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

NOS4A2 by Joe Hill