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Closed for New Year's Day

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Closing
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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.

Grow Along Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Preschool, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, Adults
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Storytime

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Join us every Friday in January as we dive into a month-long Pacific Northwest–themed storytime adventure! After each session, kids can add their own creative touch to a growing mural in the Children’s Wing.

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.

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.

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.

First Saturday event, featuring: Heather Pearl

11:00am–12:00pm
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
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

First Saturday of the Month brings you a family friendly performer. This month the performer will be Heather Pearl.  She does a bit of juggling, a bit of magic, and causes a lot of laughter.

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.

The Starlit Storykeepers' Ball

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Starlit Storykeepers’ Ball
Step beyond the veil of the ordinary and into an evening where stories come alive.

Spice Kit Take & Make

All Day
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Swing by the library on the first Monday of every month to snag a kit filled with delcious herbs and spices to try out in your next kitchen adventure. A recipe card will be incudled in each kit, following a recipe hand picked by your librarians.

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.

The Art of Storytelling: Midlife & Elder Tales 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:

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! 

Maker Monday

5:30pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Happiness Book Club

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

The Happiness Book Club

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 - Intro to Gouache

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:

Have you ever wanted to play with gouache paint? Now is your chance! We will make several simple mini paintings to introduce you to the medium. You will then get to play on your own for the remainder of the time. 

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.

Create Night with Denae Manion - Neon Northern Lights Painting

5:30pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Upcoming
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 for a unique experience as we use neon black light paint to create the northern lights. 

The Final Chapter Horror Book Club - NOS4A2

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:

NOS4A2 by Joe Hill

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, Workshops & Classes
Event Details:

Face & Chair Yoga 

The Write Room: An Adult Writing Group

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: New Books
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 STEAM Night: Candy Bridges

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: STEAM Learning
Event Details:

Join us for a Family FUN night with a STEAM learning spin! Each month on the second Thursday, we'll gather in the main library for a family-friendly activity in the genre of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and/or Math.

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.

Nature Journaling for Teens and Adults

11:00am–12:30pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
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.

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.

The Art of Storytelling: Midlife & Elder Tales 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:

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!