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Crazy Craft Club

Crazy Craft Club

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School Age

A Craft Club for kids and tweens between the ages of 8 and 12! Interested in making faux fur monsters? Join our crazy Craft Club! Want to learn how to make papier-mache sculptures or giant jellyfish? This is the club for you!

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

A Craft Club for kids and tweens between the ages of 8 and 12! Interested in making faux fur monsters? Join our crazy Craft Club! Want to learn how to make papier-mache sculptures or giant jellyfish? This is the club for you!

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.

Wasco County Library Service District Board Meeting

Tuesday, October 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.

Matter-of-Fact Nonfiction Book Club

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
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
Program Type: Book Clubs
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.

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.

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Giggles and Wiggles

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes, Games, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool, Adults

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!

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

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!

Adult Art Club

Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

The Portable Magic Book Club - Gilded

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

Gilded by Marissa Meyer

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

Gilded by Marissa Meyer

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Mat Pilates with Shannon Red Cloud

Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Mat Pilates

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

Mat Pilates

Face & Chair Yoga with Shannon Red Cloud

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

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.

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

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.

Playdough Storytime

Thursday, October 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 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.

Drop-in Homework Help for Teens

Thursday, October 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?

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.

Booked for a Walk

Booked for a Walk

Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages

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!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

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!

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.

Grow Along Storytime

Friday, October 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Step into a world of Fairytales & Folklore at Storytime this month! We’ll journey through classic tales and folklore from around the world, meeting brave heroes, clever creatures, and enchanted places.

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

Step into a world of Fairytales & Folklore at Storytime this month! We’ll journey through classic tales and folklore from around the world, meeting brave heroes, clever creatures, and enchanted places.

Fun Friday

Fun Fridays

Friday, October 23, 2026 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.

The Cultural Tea Club

Friday, October 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.

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.

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Weekend Wiggles

Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes, Games
Age Group:
Preschool

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

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

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

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Chess Club

Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
All Ages

The Library is bringing back our Chess Club!

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Clubs
Event Details:

The Library is bringing back our Chess Club!

The Library Scouts

The Library Scouts

Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
School Age

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

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

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

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Family Board Game Afternoons

Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
All Ages

Do you ever get "Board" on the weekends? Want to fill it with fun, laughter, and friends?

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Do you ever get "Board" on the weekends? Want to fill it with fun, laughter, and friends?

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day 10/26 - 10/31
The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date, 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, 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.

The Tween Librarian Team

The Tween Librarian Team Application

All Day 10/26 - 10/31
The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Clubs
Age Group:
School Age

Become the newest member of The Tween Librarian Team! Being part of the Tween Librarian Team means kids will get to adopt a shelf, decorating it to fit their personality, and showcase their favorite books and movies.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Clubs
Registration Required
Event Details:

Become the newest member of The Tween Librarian Team! Being part of the Tween Librarian Team means kids will get to adopt a shelf, decorating it to fit their personality, and showcase their favorite books and movies.

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.

Buddies and Books Storytime

Monday, October 26, 2026 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.

Maker Monday - Cancelled

Monday, October 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning
Age Group:
School Age, Teens, Adults
Cancelled
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning

Mele Kalikimaka: Holiday Ukulele Class

Monday, October 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Workshops & Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Do you know how to tune a ukulele? Can you strum some basic chords? 

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

Do you know how to tune a ukulele? Can you strum some basic chords? 

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.