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Ceramic Ornaments with Lise Larsen Session 2

4:00pm–7:00pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Teen Library Council for High Schoolers

2:30pm–3:30pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
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. 

Nintendo Switch/Xbox Gaming

3:45pm–4:45pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Head up to the teen room for some gaming! We have a Nintendo Switch and Xbox to fire up and play some games. 

Movie Matinee Holiday Classic

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 feature for this month is yet to be determined. 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.

Colonel Wright: Troubador Caroling

10:15am–11:00am
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: Performances
Event Details:

Colonel Wright's Troubador's, made up of students in 4th and 5th grade, will once again entertain us with Christmas carols.  (more information to come)

Guided Watercolor - With Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield

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

Fun Fridays for Teens (11+): DIY Winter Ornaments

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens

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.

Embroidery with Steph Evans - Take and Make - Festive Wreath

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

No registration needed.

Make Your Own Flashlight: Take & Make Kit

All Day
School Age, Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: School Age, Teens
Program Type: STEAM Learning, Take & Make Kits
Event Details:

Make your own miniature flashlight with a battery, bulb, copper tape, binder clip, and popsicle stick. Then use it to read a book under the covers on a chilly winter evening!

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

Library Closed For Staff Development

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

The library will be closed for staff development. During this time, our team will be participating in training sessions to enhance the services and resources we provide to our community. 

Hot Cocoa & Winter Fun

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday in the teen room in November and December for hot cocoa! We will have various winter craft and activities during this time as well :) 

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.

Minecraft Club

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Clubs, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come play Minecraft with other teens on the library's iPads and Minecraft server! Together, you'll complete fun challenges and show off your mining AND crafting expertise.

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

Closed for Christmas

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
The Dalles Public Library, Southern Wasco Public Library, Dufur Library
Description:

All Wasco County Library locations will be closed in observance of Christmas. 

Fun Fridays for Teens (11+): Muddy Buddies

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens

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.

Rock Collection: Take & Make Kit

All Day
School Age, Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
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.

Open VR Gaming

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens

Hot Cocoa & Winter Fun

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday in the teen room in November and December for hot cocoa! We will have various winter craft and activities during this time as well :) 

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.

Family Craft Night

5:00pm–6:00pm
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
Event Details:

Join us every fourth* Tuesday of the month for a family craft night! All ages welcome. This month, we will be making cozy tie-fringe blankets out of colorful fleece. 

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.

Nintendo Switch/Xbox Gaming

3:45pm–4:45pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Head up to the teen room for some gaming! We have a Nintendo Switch and Xbox to fire up and play some games. 

Glue & Glitter: Fireworks Craft

4:30pm–5:30pm
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Cover a large sheet of paper with your very own dazzling, glittery fireworks display in honor of the coming New Year!

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.

Closed for New Year's Day

All Day
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
The Dalles Public Library, Southern Wasco Public Library, Dufur Library
Description:

All Wasco County Library locations will be closed in observance of New Year's Day.

Books & Blankets Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 1/1–2/1
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Grab a fluffy blanket and your favorite book and join this year's Winter Reading Challenge!

Reading Resolutions Poster: Take & Make Kit

All Day
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Take & Make Kits
Event Details:

Happy New Year! Do you have a TBR (to-be-read) list that you're determined to tackle this year and want a visual reminder of your goals?

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

Prince and Princess Tea Party

3:00pm–5:00pm
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
Event Details:

You are cordially invited to the THIRD annual Princess and Prince Tea Party. Join us for dancing, crafts and light refreshments. Costumes are highly encouraged.