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Playdough Storytime

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

This playful storytime brings early literacy to life for toddlers with hands-on playdough fun!

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.

Limited Availability

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

Drop-in Homework Help for Teens

3:30pm–5:30pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Need help with any of your homework? Want clarification on a topic that you didn't get enough time on in class?

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.

Booked for a Walk

5:30pm–6:00pm
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: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join our weekly walk/run from the library every Thursday at 5:30 PM. We take the same lovely route each time, beginning at the Dalles Library parking lot, and ending with some refreshing snacks and drinks at the finish line!

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.

Paint with Abbey

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required

Family STEAM Night

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.

Grow Along Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Preschool, School Age
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

This month’s Storytime is all about Feelings & Emotions! Through thoughtful stories, songs, and activities, children will explore big feelings, little feelings, and everything in between.

Bluey Party!

10:30am–12:00pm
Preschool
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool

Fun Fridays

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: School Age
Event Details:

A series of fun activities for elementary school-aged children.

Beginner Tap, Ages 5-6 Special Holiday Edition

4:15pm–4:45pm
Preschool, School Age
The Dalles Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required

Beginner Tap, Ages 7-11 Special Holiday Edition

5:00pm–5:45pm
School Age
The Dalles Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required

Beginner Tap, Teen and Adult Special Holiday Edition

5:45pm–6:30pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required

Weekend Wiggles

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes, Games
Event Details:

Did you miss Giggles and Wiggles on Wednesday? Well, get ready for the weekend edition! Weekend Wiggles!

Chess Club

12:00pm–1:30pm
All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Clubs
Event Details:

The Library is bringing back our Chess Club!

Family Board Game Afternoons

2:00pm–4:00pm
All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Do you ever get "Board" on the weekends? Want to fill it with fun, laughter, and friends?

KidQuest

2:00pm–4:00pm
School Age
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Clubs, Games
Event Details:

Adventure Awaits! (Ages 6–11)

Pint-Sized Playdates

All Day 9/14–9/19
Preschool, School Age
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Bring your little ones for a hands-on library play date, and let your kiddos explore a fresh lineup of themed tabletop activities each week.

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.

Buddies and Books Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool, School Age
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes
Event Details:

Storytime

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Every Monday morning at 10:30, join a librarian and a special guest buddy for a storytime. The buddy might be a puppet, a community helper, or a visiting critter. It's a mystery, and it's always special!

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.

Maker Monday

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

Baby Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Preschool
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Baby Storytime

Enjoy a fun storytime just for babies 0 -18 months. We’ll read books, sing songs, and have fun.

This storytime is held every Tuesday at 10:30 AM in the Children's Wing. Join us for stories, songs, bonding, playtime, early literacy practice, and lots of fun!

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.

Quilling with Corina

11:00am–12:00pm
All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Discover the art of paper quilling in this hands-on, brand new program at the library!

Little Learners Lab: Kids in STEAM

11:15am–12:15pm
Preschool
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: STEAM Learning
Event Details:

In this hands-on, play-based program, toddlers and preschoolers are invited to build structures, make discoveries, ask big questions, and embrace the joy of a little mess.

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.

Pokémon GO! Club

4:00pm–5:00pm
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Upcoming
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.

Crazy Craft Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
School Age
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

A Craft Club for kids and tweens between the ages of 8 and 12! Interested in making faux fur monsters? Join our crazy Craft Club! Want to learn how to make papier-mache sculptures or giant jellyfish? This is the club for you!

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.

Wasco County Library Service District Board Meeting

4:00pm–6:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Event Details:

The board for the Wasco County Library Service District meets at 4:00 on the third Tuesday of most months.  These meetings are usually held in the meeting room at The Dalles Public Library; though at least once a year at Dufur and at Maupin.