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Level Up! Minecraft Scavenger Hunt

All Day 6/16–6/18
School Age, Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come to the library for a fun, Minecraft themed scavenger hunt as part of our Level Up at the Library summer reading event!

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.

Parent Support Group

9:30am–10:45am
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshops & Classes
Event Details:

Parent Support Group for Parents of Children Ages 0-5

Summer Reading 2025 Kick-off Party

10:30am–1:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:

Welcome to our Summer Reading Program for 2025! The theme this year is "Level-up @Your Library" We're getting things started with this kick-off party for all ages.

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.

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.

Limited Availability

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

Baby Storytime

11:15am–11:45am
Preschool
The Dalles Public Library
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 (starting March 4th) at  11:15 AM in the Children's Wing. Join us for stories, songs, bonding, playtime, early literacy practice, and lots of fun!

English (ESOL) Tutoring

1:00pm–2:00pm
All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Mezzanine
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Workshops & Classes

Wasco County Library Service District Board Meeting

4:30pm–6:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

The board for the Wasco County Library Service District meets at 4:30 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.

Jewelry Making

5:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a monthly Jewelry Making class at the library! Hosted by jewelry designer Tiffany Whipps, each session will explore a different technique and you'll create a unique piece of jewelry.

Matter-of-Fact Nonfiction Book Club: Entangled Life: How Fungi Make Our Worlds Change Our Minds & Shape Our Futures

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
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.

Giggles and Wiggles

11:00am–11:30am
Preschool, School Age
The Dalles Public Library
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 sometimes can join in the fun. Games, Music, and dance!

Adult Art Club

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs

Adult Art Club

If you create you are an artist. Share your art with us. Learn from each other, grow, be challenged and be inspired in this twice monthly art club.

Mural Club with Denae Manion

2:30pm–3:30pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

This is the first installment of the Mural Club! Ever seen graffiti or a sad looking wall in our community and thought 'that could really use a mural'? Well, this is your opportunity!

Pine Grove Bookmobile Stop

3:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

New Release Movie Matinee

4:00pm–6:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

Join us every month on the third Wednesday for a family-friendly movie matinee of a new release! Snacks are provided and everyone is welcome. Our June feature is "Paddington in Peru". Hope to see you there!

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.

Computer Assistance... & Coffee

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
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.

Dissecting the Cascade Range: Geology of the Columbia River Gorge

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: STEAM Learning
Event Details:

The Columbia River does something few rivers in the world do. It cuts through the active volcanic arc of the Cascade Range, which is both being pushed up by tectonic forces and being built up by hundreds of young volcanoes.

Closed for Juneteenth

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

The Dalles Library will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.

Chenoweth Bookmobile Stop

3:30pm–5:00pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

3rd Thursday Book Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Third Thursday Book Club

Join our aptly named book club on the 3rd Thursday of each month as we discuss books from various genres. Books are available at the front desk.

3rd Thursday meets the third Thursday of each month at 4:00pm. 

 

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.

Guided Watercolor - With Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Cancelled
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as Yvonne guides us through simple and beginner friendly watercolor projects. Leave with a completed project and a new skill to continue your painting journey. In house supplies provided or you can bring your own. 

Level Up! Minecraft Scavenger Hunt

All Day 6/20–6/21
School Age, Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come to the library for a fun, Minecraft themed scavenger hunt as part of our Level Up at the Library summer reading event!

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.

Friday Morning Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Preschool, School Age, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Adults
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Storytime

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Join us over at City Park at 10:30 for Friday Morning Storytime. There will be songs, fingerplays and some great stories.  Afterwards, we'll have a snack, and then the kids can play. 

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.

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.

Lunchtime Concerts on the Deck - Fridays in June at Noon

12:00pm–2:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Lower Parking Lot
Event Details:

Light Lunch Provided - While Supplies Last

Join us for our Fridays in June at Noon Concert Series—a free, family-friendly event held outdoors on the library’s beautiful deck, beneath the cooling shade of our majestic Sycamore tree

Fun Fridays

3:00pm–4:30pm
School Age
The Dalles Public Library
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.

Beginner Tap, Ages 4-6

4:15pm–5:00pm
Preschool, School Age
The Dalles Public Library
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all children ages 4-6!