Upcoming Events

Stomp, clap, and make some joyful noise at the library! 👞🎶 Join us for an 6-week Clogging Dance Series and learn the basics of this lively, rhythmic folk dance.

Join us at the library for a special violin performance inspired by The Wild Robot! Portland-based violinist Lauren Guerin will perform songs featured in the film, modern classical selections, and futuristic pieces to match the robot theme.

Join us in the teen room for VR Gaming! We provide the headsets and you come to have some fun. Limited availability and room, this is a first come first served program. 

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!

Come read to Tumi the labradoodle!

One-on-one reading helps kids gain confidence. This program is open to all kids from beginning readers to those looking to practice with a patient, furry listener.

Four Chord Fun: Ukulele for Newbies is for the absolute beginner who wants to start learning to play.

This storytime is held every Tuesday at  11:15 AM in the Children's Wing. Join us for stories, songs, bonding, playtime, early literacy practice, and lots of fun!

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.

Help your young reader grow with confidence! Join our Literacy Launchpad, a fun and supportive literacy program designed for children who need a little extra help.

Join us for a quiet, calm evening storytime. We won't have bright lights or loud singing, and we'll have a sensory toy or bin for everyone to play with while we listen to a story. 

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!

This book club is for school aged children and teens (6+) and an accompanying adult who will read the same book (together or separately by themselves). The books we read can be enjoyed by all ages!

Sean Gaskell plays the kora- a 21 stringed West African harp.

We read books of all genres with queer themes. Join us to discuss books, eat snacks, and be ourselves in a safe and welcoming environment for queer folks and allies alike.