Upcoming Events

Join our weekly walk/run from the library every Wednesday at 9:30 AM. 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!

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!

Teen Library Council is designed to earn volunteer hours towards graduating high school! Activities include community trash pick up, shelving/packaging books, general cleaning of the library, and more. 

Join us every month on the third Wednesday for a family-friendly movie matinee! Our movies will usually be a new release, with a beloved old classic popping up now and then during slow times of the year.

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

Join Kimball Hawkins in The Dalles Public Library MakerSpace for Computer Assistance --

Water Moon by Samantha Sotto Yambao

Mat Pilates

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

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

Ready to take control of your future? Join us at the library for a fun, hands-on financial literacy class made just for teens! Learn how to budget like a boss, save smart, and spend wisely.

Join us as Yvonne introduces us to acrylic painting. 

Join us for a Family FUN night with a crafty spin! Each month on the third Thursday, we'll gather in the main library for a family-friendly arts and craft activity.

Dive into Storytime as we explore an Under the Sea adventure! This month, we’ll share stories filled with friendly sea creatures, shimmering oceans, and watery wonders.

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

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!

Sip, savor, and socialize! Each month, we’ll gather to explore new teas from around the world, learn fun tea facts, and enjoy tasty treats. Sometimes, we’ll even get hands-on and learn how to make unique tea drinks—with recipe cards to take home!