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Traveling Lantern: My mother, the astronaut

11:00am - 12:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:
in honor of National Heroes Day, Traveling Lantern will perform the play, My mother, the astronaut.   Aquarius' mom is an astronaut, and today is "Take your child to work day." Aquarius can't wait to go to NASA and find out what it's lik...

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.

Superhero Party

12:00pm - 2:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games
Event Details:
April 28th is National Superhero Day.  Come celebrate your favorite hero with us. We will have games, a photo booth, snacks and crafts. Join us for a fun filled day of celebrating the good guys! ...

Weekly Chess Lessons - Learn From an Expert!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games, Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:
Learn chess from an expert! This series of weekly lessons will help participants to develop their critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills via the game of chess. We will learn tactics and strategies in order to find the best ...

1000 Origami Crane Project. Make a Crane, Leave a Crane

All Day 5/1 - 5/31
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, please join us in our goal of creating 1000 origami cranes to be sent to the Children's Peace Memorial in Hiroshima Japan. Origami paper will be available throughout the month of May. Make a cr...

Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I - An Author Talk with Douglas Brunt

12:00pm - 1:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Workshops & Classes
Event Details:
Join us as we chat with New York Times bestselling author, Douglas Brunt, about instant bestselling debut non-fiction work The Mysterious Case of Rudolf Diesel: Genius, Power, and Deception on the Eve of World War I. This book reveals ...

Weekly Chess Lessons - Learn From an Expert!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games, Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Learn chess from an expert! This series of weekly lessons will help participants to develop their critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills via the game of chess. We will learn tactics and strategies in order to find the best ...

May the 4th Be With You: Star Wars Day

1:00pm - 3:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
May the 4th be with you! Celebrate all things Star Wars with The Dalles Library. The fan fueled holiday is celebrated around the world, starting in 1979 only two years after the release of the original film. Help us celebrate over 40 years of Star Wa...

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.

May the 4th Be With You: Star Wars Day

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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:
May the 4th be with you! Celebrate all things Star Wars with The Dalles Library. The fan fueled holiday is celebrated around the world, starting in 1979 only two years after the release of the original film. Help us celebrate over 40 years of Star Wa...

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.

Red Grammer Family Concert

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: School Age, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:
Red Grammer is one of the premier entertainers of children and families in America. Described by Parent’s Magazine as “the best voice in children’s music” Red has set the gold standard for writing and performing music that that playful...

Author Josephine Woolington "Where We Call Home: Lands, Seas and Skies of the Pacific Northwest"

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Southern Wasco Public Library
Library Branch: Southern Wasco Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:
From the gray whale to the western bumble bee, discover the flora and fauna that call the Pacific Northwest home—and the challenges they must face to endure. Join author Josephine Woolington as she sheds light on the diverse species whose populati...

A Murder Mystery, Family Story, & Love Letter to Strong Women Everywhere: Author Talk w/ Nina Simon

4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Workshops & Classes
Event Details:
Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door. You’re invited to join Nina Simon online as she chats about her lighthearted whodunnit about a grandmother-mother-daughter trio of amateur sleuths, Mother-Daughter Murder Night.  ...

Mother's Day Mug Making

3:00pm - 5:30pm
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:
Come make a custom sublimation mug for your mom or someone else you love. This is a quick drop in craft, come any time between 3:00 and 5:30.  ...

Weekly Chess Lessons - Learn From an Expert!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games, Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Learn chess from an expert! This series of weekly lessons will help participants to develop their critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills via the game of chess. We will learn tactics and strategies in order to find the best ...

The Zaniac: Alex Zerbe

11:00am - 12:00pm
Southern Wasco Public Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Southern Wasco Public Library
Room: Kaiser Park
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:
He's back! And he's putting the ZING in family comedy. With captivating amounts of energy, Alex Zerbe will entertain and amaze you with beatboxing, juggling, dancing, singing, music and magic! This is a fantastic family event you won't want to miss. ...

Weekly Chess Lessons - Learn From an Expert!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games, Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Learn chess from an expert! This series of weekly lessons will help participants to develop their critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills via the game of chess. We will learn tactics and strategies in order to find the best ...

Art Workshop

2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:
Art/Photography Workshop  ...

Asian American Representation in Literature: An Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang

4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Workshops & Classes
Event Details:
We welcome you to register for a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F. Kuang) as she chats with us about her New York Times bestselling novel, Yellowface. Yellowface grapples with questions of diversity, racism, ...

Weekly Chess Lessons - Learn From an Expert!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games, Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:
Learn chess from an expert! This series of weekly lessons will help participants to develop their critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills via the game of chess. We will learn tactics and strategies in order to find the best ...

Family Pizza Lego Night

5:30pm - 7:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games

Family Lego Pizza Night

Legos and pizza in one evening! Free play, organized events, building competitions, and more! Come have fun with your family.

Event Details:
Family Lego Pizza Night occurs on the last Thursday of each month at 5:30pm. ...

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.

Weekly Chess Lessons - Learn From an Expert!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games, Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Learn chess from an expert! This series of weekly lessons will help participants to develop their critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills via the game of chess. We will learn tactics and strategies in order to find the best ...

Weekly Chess Lessons - Learn From an Expert!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games, Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:
Learn chess from an expert! This series of weekly lessons will help participants to develop their critical thinking, problem solving, and decision making skills via the game of chess. We will learn tactics and strategies in order to find the best ...

Father's Day Mug Making

3:00pm - 5:30pm
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:
Come make a custom sublimation mug for your dad or someone else you love. This is a quick drop in craft, come any time between 3:00 and 5:30.  ...