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Wasco County Library Service District Board Meeting

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library

The board for the Wasco County Library Service District meets at 4:00 on the third Tuesday of most months.  These meetings are usually held in the meeting room at The Dalles Public Library; though at least once a year at Dufur and at Maupin.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Event Details:

The board for the Wasco County Library Service District meets at 4:00 on the third Tuesday of most months.  These meetings are usually held in the meeting room at The Dalles Public Library; though at least once a year at Dufur and at Maupin.

Literacy Launchpad

Tuesday, January 20, 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.

Matter-of-Fact Nonfiction Book Club

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Adults

The Matter-of-Fact Nonfiction Book Club is a monthly gathering for readers who enjoy exploring the world through factual narratives and true stories.

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

The Matter-of-Fact Nonfiction Book Club is a monthly gathering for readers who enjoy exploring the world through factual narratives and true stories.

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, 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 in the Children's Wing, 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.

Snowflake Scavenger Hunt

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

Complete a seasonal scavenger hunt for a fun prize!

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

Complete a seasonal scavenger hunt for a fun prize!

Wiggles and Giggles

Giggles and Wiggles

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes, Games, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Fun and games for toddlers and preschool age children! Every Wednesday morning in the library meeting room at 11:00 am until 12:00 pm. Adults must accompany their child and can join in the fun! Games, crafts, music, and Fun!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes, Games, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Fun and games for toddlers and preschool age children! Every Wednesday morning in the library meeting room at 11:00 am until 12:00 pm. Adults must accompany their child and can join in the fun! Games, crafts, music, and Fun!

Adult Art Club

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
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

Teen Library Council for High Schoolers

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 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. 

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Computer Assistance... & Coffee

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Main Library at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs, Workshops & Classes
Age Group:
Adults

Join Kimball Hawkins in The Dalles Public Library MakerSpace for Computer Assistance --

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs, Workshops & Classes
Event Details:

Join Kimball Hawkins in The Dalles Public Library MakerSpace for Computer Assistance --

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.

Limited Availability

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

Fantasy Book Club - Wee Free Men

Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults

Wee Free Men by Terry Pratchett

A nightmarish danger threatens from the other side of reality....

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

Wee Free Men by Terry Pratchett

A nightmarish danger threatens from the other side of reality....

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, 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 in the Children's Wing, 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.

Snowflake Scavenger Hunt

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

Complete a seasonal scavenger hunt for a fun prize!

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

Complete a seasonal scavenger hunt for a fun prize!

Face & Chair Yoga with Shannon Red Cloud

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshops & Classes
Age Group:
Adults

Face & Chair Yoga 

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshops & Classes
Event Details:

Face & Chair Yoga 

Playdough Storytime

Thursday, January 22, 2026 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 with hands-on playdough fun! We’ll explore all five early literacy practices—read, write, talk, sing, and play—as we squoosh, squish, and squash some playdough! 

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 with hands-on playdough fun! We’ll explore all five early literacy practices—read, write, talk, sing, and play—as we squoosh, squish, and squash some playdough! 

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.

Drop-in Homework Help for Teens

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Need help with any of your homework? Want clarification on a topic that you didn't get enough time on in class?

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

Need help with any of your homework? Want clarification on a topic that you didn't get enough time on in class?

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.

Financial Literacy: Your Income & Expenses

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Workshops & Classes
Age Group:
Adults

This 3-week library series empowers adults with the knowledge and tools to make confident financial decisions.

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

This 3-week library series empowers adults with the knowledge and tools to make confident financial decisions.

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.

Panic at the House of Groove, 70's Mystery Party

Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

The House of Groove Discotheque is hosting the annual Disco Fever Competition.

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

The House of Groove Discotheque is hosting the annual Disco Fever Competition.

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, 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 in the Children's Wing, 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.

Snowflake Scavenger Hunt

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

Complete a seasonal scavenger hunt for a fun prize!

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

Complete a seasonal scavenger hunt for a fun prize!

Fun Fridays

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games
Age Group:
School Age
Fun Fridays:

Series of fun activities for elementary school aged children.

This fun program is intended for kids age 5-10, but everyone is welcome! Each week is something different; it might be art, it might be crafts; could be Code-a-pillars and Beebots; or we might just play games.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games
Event Details:

Fun Fridays

Series of fun activities for elementary school aged children.

This fun program is intended for kids age 5-10, but everyone is welcome! Each week is something different; it might be art, it might be crafts; could be Code-a-pillars and Beebots; or we might just play games.

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.

Limited Availability

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

Fun Fridays for Teens: Spoons (card game)

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

we'll be battling it out with Spoons! Never played spoons before? Not a problem! Head to the teen room to learn, it's easy and so much fun. 

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

we'll be battling it out with Spoons! Never played spoons before? Not a problem! Head to the teen room to learn, it's easy and so much fun. 

The Tea Nook

Friday, January 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

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!

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

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!

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.

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date in the Children's Wing, 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 in the Children's Wing, 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.

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.