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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!

Family Fort Night

5:00pm–6:30pm
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for a special after-hours celebration to wrap up our Winter Reading Program! We’ll start with a cozy family storytime, then you’ll get to build your very own blanket fort right inside the library.

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.

Spice Kit Take and Make

10:00am–10:30am
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults

Yoga - Mondays at Noon!

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
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.

Dream Study Group: Gifts from Our Subconscious Taught by Nancy Turner

5:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a welcoming and thoughtful exploration of dreams as metaphorical messages from the subconscious.

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.

Temporary Tattoo Parlor

5:30pm–7:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Come and pick out some fun temporary tattoos! You might go home with a dragon on your hand or a rainbow on your cheek. Whatever you pick, it's sure to look awesome!

Giggles and Wiggles

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
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 - Painted Wood Sign of Love

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We will paint and decorate a heart shaped sign to hold photos, cards or mementos of love. 

Knots & Needles

5:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
Southern Wasco Public Library
Library Branch: Southern Wasco Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

A monthly gathering of fiber arts and hobbyists of all kinds, knitting, pine needles, macrame, needlework... All crafters welcome.  Whatever your craft, bring it and join in.

The Final Chapter Horror Book Club - Vampires of El Norte

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Vampires of El Norte by Isabel Cañas

Face & Chair Yoga with Shannon Red Cloud

10:15am–11:15am
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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.

The Write Room: An Adult Writing Group

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Clubs
Event Details:

Calling all aspiring authors!

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 Storytime Sweetshop & Coloring Cafe

6:00pm–7:00pm
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, Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us for a family FUN night of sweet treats and relaxing coloring as you sit back and listen to a librarian read aloud something that everyone in the family can enjoy.

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.

Coffee and Coloring

12:00pm–1:30pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs
Event Details:

Coffee and Coloring

Drop in for a relaxing start to your day. Have some coffee, snacks, and coloring the morning away.

Coffee and Coloring occurs the first Friday of each month from 12:00pm - 1:30pm. For adults only.

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.

Much Ado About...What, Exactly? A Shakespeare Class

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Whether you've read  and have strong opinions on every Shakespeare play or have just a vague memory of being confused by one of them in high school and want to understand what all of the fuss is about, this class is for you!

Winter 2026: Olympic Games

5:00pm–5:30pm
School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us on Friday in the main part of the library for some quick games to honor the Winter Olympics. February 6th, 13th, 20th we will have 30 min games that will test you- Get ready! "Faster, Higher, Stronger – Together"  

DIY Book Book Window Bookmark Holder

2:30pm–4:30pm
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:

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.

National Library Lover's Month!

10:00am–10:30am
School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Come by the library from February 9th to the 14th to celebrate National Library Lover's Month! We will have activites ongoing in the main portion of the library to highlight all the wonderful ways our library loves you...and books :) 

Yoga - Mondays at Noon!

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
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.

Piece by Piece Puzzle Program

1:30pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Piece by Piece is a relaxed, drop-in puzzle program where participants work together or individually to assemble jigsaw puzzles of all sizes.

Dream Study Group: Gifts from Our Subconscious Taught by Nancy Turner

5:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a welcoming and thoughtful exploration of dreams as metaphorical messages from the subconscious.

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.