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Shaniko Bookmobile Stop

3:30pm–4:30pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

Winter Coat Exchange

All Day
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: New Books
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Do you have warm coats your children have outgrown? Or perhaps you have some adult size coats that no one wears anymore?  Bring them to the Library for a coat exchange, which will take place on Saturday, December 6th!  

Drop in Holiday Craft - Snowman Tins

12/08/2025 @ 10:00am–12/13/2025 @ 5:00pm
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
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in and DIY a cute Snowman Tea Tin.

While supplies last each day. 

Tygh Valley Bookmobile Stop

3:45pm–4:45pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

Pine Hollow Bookmobile Stop

3:30pm–4:30pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

Antelope Bookmobile Stop

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

Photos with Santa and Mrs Claus

1:00pm–3:00pm
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

Meditative Mandala Take & Make

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

Take a moment to slow down this holiday season by creating a seasonal mandala.

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

Drop in Holiday Craft - Surprise Holiday Crafts

12/15/2025 @ 10:00am–12/20/2025 @ 5:00pm
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
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Drop in and create a fun holiday craft, some you may have seen before, some will be new. Something new every day!

While supplies last each day. 

Hanukkah Party!

4:00pm–5:30pm
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
Event Details:

Celebrate the Festival of Lights with us! We will have festive treats, crafts, activities, and a storytime. Chag sameach!

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.

Cozy Christmas Concert With Victor Johnson

6:00pm–7:00pm
All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performances

Sportsman's Park Bookmobile Stop

3:30pm–4:30pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

Pokémon GO! Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Clubs, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Let's GO!

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.

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.

Celilo Bookmobile Stop

4:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

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)

Wamic Bookmobile Stop

1:00pm–2:00pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

Dufur Bookmobile

4:30pm–5:30pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

Shaniko Bookmobile Stop

3:30pm–4:30pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

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. 

Tygh Valley Bookmobile Stop

3:45pm–4:45pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

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. 

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.

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.