Event List

In this hands-on, play-based program, toddlers and preschoolers are invited to build structures, make discoveries, ask big questions, and embrace the joy of a little mess.

Join us on each fourth Tuesday of the month to make and take home your very own fabulous puppet! It will be a different type of puppet each month. It's going to be a ton of fun, so don't miss out!

Fun and games for toddlers and preschool age children! Every Wednesday morning in the library meeting room at 10:30 am until 11:00 am. Adults must accompany their child and can join in the fun! Games, crafts, music, and Fun!

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.

The last Wednesday of each month, join us at The Dalles Art Center for storytime! 

¡Únete a nosotros todos los miércoles para la Hora del Cuento en Español con Patty Flores! ¡Ven por las historias y quédate para los aperitivos y actividades!

Red, White and Royal Blue by Casey McQuinston

Mat Pilates

Join us for Face Yoga-we'll practice a series of gentle exercises and massage techniques designed to tone facial muscles, reduce tension, boost circulation, and promote a youthful glow.

This playful storytime brings early literacy to life for toddlers with hands-on playdough fun!

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

Join our weekly walk/run from the library every Thursday at 5:30 PM. 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!

Family Lego Pizza Night occurs on the last Thursday of each month at 5:30pm.

This month’s Storytime is full of Myths & Monsters! We’ll explore legendary tales, curious creatures, and magical worlds from myths and folklore around the globe.

Join us for our Fridays in June at Noon Concert Series—a free, family-friendly event held outdoors on the library’s beautiful deck, beneath the cooling shade of our majestic Sycamore tree.

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

These rehearsals are open to anyone who would like to participate in the reader's theater performance of Romeo and Juliet on Saturday, June 27th, whether or not you attended the previous 6 weeks of classes.

Sip, savor, and socialize! Each month, we’ll gather to explore new teas from around the world, learn fun tea facts, and enjoy tasty treats. Sometimes, we’ll even get hands-on and learn how to make unique tea drinks—with recipe cards to take home!

Did you miss Giggles and Wiggles on Wednesday? Well, get ready for the weekend edition! Weekend Wiggles!

Young children will learn important safety skills through fun, hands-on activities. Topics include fire safety, earthquake awareness, and personal safety. Kids will participate in a practice fire drill and learn “stop, drop, and roll.”

This interactive session helps children build confidence and awareness in emergency situations. Topics include fire safety, helping younger siblings, caring for pets, and basic preparedness skills. Activities are hands-on and age-appropriate.

The Library is bringing back our Chess Club!