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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.

Fun Fridays

Friday, January 16, 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: Trivia! With Prizes

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Fun Friday with trivia! pop culture and history, come prepared to battle it out in teams, the winning team will earn a prize. 

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

Fun Friday with trivia! pop culture and history, come prepared to battle it out in teams, the winning team will earn a prize. 

Shaniko Bookmobile Stop

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Outreach
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

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!

Embroidery with Steph Evans

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

RPG - Role Play Games

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Puppets, music, a fun time for all when Red Yarn comes to the library.

Red Yarn

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

Join us for this family friendly entertainer, Red Yarn.  Weaving folksongs and puppetry into high-energy shows, Red Yarn reinvigorates American folklore for younger generations.

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

Join us for this family friendly entertainer, Red Yarn.  Weaving folksongs and puppetry into high-energy shows, Red Yarn reinvigorates American folklore for younger generations.

VR Gaming!

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Join us in the teen room for VR Gaming! We provide the headsets and you come to have some fun. Limited availability and room, this is a first come first served program. 

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

Join us in the teen room for VR Gaming! We provide the headsets and you come to have some fun. Limited availability and room, this is a first come first served program. 

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

DIY Book Book Window Bookmark Holder

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

You MUST attend the first two events, January 17 and February 7. The meetings in February and March are optional. We will be painting a different view for our windows each week.

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

You MUST attend the first two events, January 17 and February 7. The meetings in February and March are optional. We will be painting a different view for our windows each week.

Super Smash Bros...on the big screen!

Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 5:15pm - 6:30pm
Main Library at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Come to the library after hours to enjoy some gaming on our pull down projector in the main portion of the library! enjoy some cozy winter drinks and pizza while you battle your friends on various Nintendo Switch games. 

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

Come to the library after hours to enjoy some gaming on our pull down projector in the main portion of the library! enjoy some cozy winter drinks and pizza while you battle your friends on various Nintendo Switch games. 

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.

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!

MLK Day

All Day
The Dalles Public Library
Closing
Branches:
The Dalles Public Library

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.

Yoga - Mondays at Noon!

Monday, January 19, 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.

Maker Monday

Monday, January 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

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!

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool
Baby Storytime:

Enjoy a fun storytime just for babies 0 -18 months. We’ll read books, sing songs, and have fun.

This storytime is held every Tuesday at  11:15 AM in the Children's Wing. Join us for stories, songs, bonding, playtime, early literacy practice, and lots of fun!

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

Baby Storytime

Enjoy a fun storytime just for babies 0 -18 months. We’ll read books, sing songs, and have fun.

This storytime is held every Tuesday at  11:15 AM in the Children's Wing. Join us for stories, songs, bonding, playtime, early literacy practice, and lots of 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.

Julia Hotz

Nature, Art, and Service as Medicine with Journalist Julia Hotz (Virtual)

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Workshops & Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

This is a virtual event.

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

This is a virtual event.

Little Learners Lab: Kids in STEAM

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:15pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM Learning
Age Group:
Preschool

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.

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

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.

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.

Strategic Planning Meeting

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room

Sportsman's Park Bookmobile Stop

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Outreach
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages