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Literacy Launchpad

Tuesday, January 5, 2027 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.

Happiness Book Club

Tuesday, January 5, 2027 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room

The Final Chapter Horror Book Club

Wednesday, January 6, 2027 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs

Playdough Storytime

Thursday, January 7, 2027 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool

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

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

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

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.

Limited Availability

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

The Write Room: An Adult Writing Group

Thursday, January 7, 2027 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
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.

Family Storytime Sweetshop & Coloring Cafe

Thursday, January 7, 2027 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.

Fun Friday

Fun Fridays

Friday, January 8, 2027 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, January 9, 2027 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)

Buddies and Books Storytime

Monday, January 11, 2027 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.

Clean Reads Book Club

Tuesday, January 12, 2027 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs

Rainbow Reads: A Queer Book Club

Wednesday, January 13, 2027 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

We read books of all genres with queer themes. Join us to discuss books, eat snacks, and be ourselves in a safe and welcoming environment for queer folks and allies alike.

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

We read books of all genres with queer themes. Join us to discuss books, eat snacks, and be ourselves in a safe and welcoming environment for queer folks and allies alike.

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.

Fun Friday

Fun Fridays

Friday, January 15, 2027 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.

Saturday Storytime

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, January 16, 2027 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Start your Saturday off right with a magical, playful storytime! Bring the family, everyone is welcome for some laughs, tales, and games! Who knows where the stories will lead us! 

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

Start your Saturday off right with a magical, playful storytime! Bring the family, everyone is welcome for some laughs, tales, and games! Who knows where the stories will lead us! 

Young Reader Graphic Novel Club

Young Readers Graphic Novel Club

Saturday, January 16, 2027 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
School Age

Where graphic novels meet games, art, and snacks! We read one graphic novel a month and then explore its world through hands-on projects, themed challenges, and plenty of fun. Reading has never been this interactive!

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

Where graphic novels meet games, art, and snacks! We read one graphic novel a month and then explore its world through hands-on projects, themed challenges, and plenty of fun. Reading has never been this interactive!

Buddies and Books Storytime

Monday, January 18, 2027 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.

The Great Book Taste Test

Wednesday, January 20, 2027 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
School Age

Each month, kids are invited to a fun, hands-on “book tasting” where they get to sample a variety of books—just like trying small bites of different foods!

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

Each month, kids are invited to a fun, hands-on “book tasting” where they get to sample a variety of books—just like trying small bites of different foods!

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.

Fantasy Book Club

Wednesday, January 20, 2027 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Hang out with other fantasy book lovers and discuss the monthly book. Meets once a month on the third wednesday at 6:00 in the makerspace. 

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

Hang out with other fantasy book lovers and discuss the monthly book. Meets once a month on the third wednesday at 6:00 in the makerspace. 

Fun Friday

Fun Fridays

Friday, January 22, 2027 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.

Buddies and Books Storytime

Monday, January 25, 2027 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.

Minecraft Club

Wednesday, January 27, 2027 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.

Story Time at the Art Center

Wednesday, January 27, 2027 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool

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

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

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

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.

The Swoon Society Book Club

Wednesday, January 27, 2027 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs

Family Lego Pizza Night

Thursday, January 28, 2027 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

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

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

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

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.

Fun Friday

Fun Fridays

Friday, January 29, 2027 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.