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Fun Fridays

Friday, January 9, 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.

muddy buddies

Fun Fridays for Teens: DIY Muddy Buddies

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Head to the meeting room for this teen fun friday. We'll be making some muddy buddies! Chex Mix with warm chocolate, dusted with powdered sugar and candy toppings. This will be a delecious fun friday, don't miss out!! 

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

Head to the meeting room for this teen fun friday. We'll be making some muddy buddies! Chex Mix with warm chocolate, dusted with powdered sugar and candy toppings. This will be a delecious fun friday, don't miss out!! 

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.

Nature Journaling for Teens and Adults

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
New Books at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshops & Classes
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Enjoy a winter day participating in guided nature journaling.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: New Books
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshops & Classes
Event Details:

Enjoy a winter day participating in guided nature journaling.

Snapdragon Yoga

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool

Welcome to our magical preschool yoga adventure! Each class begins with a story that whisks little yogis away to far-off lands — from jungles full of giggling monkeys to undersea kingdoms with dancing dolphins!

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

Welcome to our magical preschool yoga adventure! Each class begins with a story that whisks little yogis away to far-off lands — from jungles full of giggling monkeys to undersea kingdoms with dancing dolphins!

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.

KidQuest

Saturday, January 10, 2026 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)

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.

Arctic Circle Storytime

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
STEAM Learning, Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age

Join us as we read a story, sing some songs, and play a game of "The Floor is Ocean" and hop from ice floe to ice floe while we learn about the animals that live at our planet's far north! 

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: STEAM Learning, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us as we read a story, sing some songs, and play a game of "The Floor is Ocean" and hop from ice floe to ice floe while we learn about the animals that live at our planet's far north! 

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Yoga - Mondays at Noon!

Monday, January 12, 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.

Charades and Charcuterie

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens

Eat some fancy snacks and play a lively game of charades to win fabulous prizes!

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

Eat some fancy snacks and play a lively game of charades to win fabulous prizes!

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.

The Art of Storytelling: Midlife & Elder Tales Taught by Nancy Turner

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Workshops & Classes
Age Group:
Adults

Stories and folktales offer a kaleidoscope of timeless wisdom—like an owner’s manual for being human. This introductory class is designed for anyone who wants to awaken their inner storyteller! 

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

Stories and folktales offer a kaleidoscope of timeless wisdom—like an owner’s manual for being human. This introductory class is designed for anyone who wants to awaken their inner storyteller! 

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.

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, January 13, 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.

Tea & Tranquility: Meditation & Self-Care Circle

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshops & Classes
Age Group:
Adults

Tea and Tranquility: Meditation & Self-Care Circle 

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

Tea and Tranquility: Meditation & Self-Care Circle 

David Brooks

The Creative and Compassionate Art of Seeing Others Deeply with David Brooks (Virtual)

Tuesday, January 13, 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 13, 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.

totoro

Totoro Cross Stitch

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

-This program has room for 10 participants- 

Join us in the teen room to try out cross stitching! This craft will be friendly towards beginners and consistent crafters alike!! Snacks will be provided :) 

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

-This program has room for 10 participants- 

Join us in the teen room to try out cross stitching! This craft will be friendly towards beginners and consistent crafters alike!! Snacks will be provided :) 

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

Tygh Valley Bookmobile Stop

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Outreach
Age Group:
All Ages
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

Literacy Launchpad

Tuesday, January 13, 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.

Christmas Carol

Clean Reads Book Club- A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Makerspace at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

'If I had my way, every idiot who goes around with Merry Christmas on his lips, would be boiled with his own pudding, and buried with a stake of holly through his heart. Merry Christmas? Bah humbug!'

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

'If I had my way, every idiot who goes around with Merry Christmas on his lips, would be boiled with his own pudding, and buried with a stake of holly through his heart. Merry Christmas? Bah humbug!'

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.

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Giggles and Wiggles

Wednesday, January 14, 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, January 14, 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

Bedazzle By Number

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teen Room at The Dalles Public Library
Age Group:
Teens

Bedazzle by numbers with sticker kits! easy and simple, come to the teen room for this engaging passive activity. 

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

Bedazzle by numbers with sticker kits! easy and simple, come to the teen room for this engaging passive activity. 

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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