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Toddler Storytime

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

Toddler Storytime

It’s a fun time for toddlers 18 months - 3 years old. We’ll read books, sing songs, and have fun.

Held every Thursday morning at 10:30, this storytime is most appropriate to those age 18-36 months, though everyone is welcome.  We'll sing songs, do fingerplays, and read a couple of fantastic books; and, as always, we'll end with the Ba

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.

Wamic Bookmobile Stop

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

3rd Thursday Book Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Third Thursday Book Club

Join our aptly named book club on the 3rd Thursday of each month as we discuss books from various genres. Books are available at the front desk.

For our December 18th discussion, it will be The dictionary of lost words, by Pip Williams.

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.

Dufur Bookmobile

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

Evening Storytime

6:00pm–6:30pm
Preschool
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Storytime

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Twice-monthly evening storytimes. At least one book we read each night will be in Spanish.

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.

Guided Watercolor - With Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as Yvonne guides us through simple and beginner friendly watercolor projects. Leave with a completed project and a new skill to continue your painting journey. In house supplies provided or you can bring your own. 

Grow Along Storytime

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

Storytime

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Held at 10:30, Friday Morning Storytime includes songs, fingerplays and some great stories. This storytime is most appropriate for the preschool crowd, but everyone is welcome.

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.

Fun Fridays

3:00pm–4:30pm
School Age
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning, Clubs, Games
Event Details:

Fun Fridays

Series of fun activities for elementary school aged children.

This fun program is intended for kids age 5-10, but everyone is welcome! Each week is something different; it might be art, it might be crafts; could be Code-a-pillars and Beebots; or we might just play games.

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.

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.

Fun Fridays for Teens (11+): DIY Winter Ornaments

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens

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.

Limited Availability

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

Shaniko Bookmobile Stop

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

Embroidery with Steph Evans - Take and Make - Festive Wreath

10:00am–12:00pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

No registration needed.

RPG - Role Play Games

10:00am–2:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room

Make Your Own Flashlight: Take & Make Kit

All Day
School Age, Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: School Age, Teens
Program Type: STEAM Learning, Take & Make Kits
Event Details:

Make your own miniature flashlight with a battery, bulb, copper tape, binder clip, and popsicle stick. Then use it to read a book under the covers on a chilly winter evening!

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

Yoga - Mondays at Noon!

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults

Switch Squad

3:45pm–5:00pm
School Age
Southern Wasco Public Library
Library Branch: Southern Wasco Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age
Event Details:

Switch Squad- Come play active, multi-player games on the Nintendo Switch

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. 

Tea & Tranquility: Meditation & Self-Care Circle

10:30am–11:45am
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshops & Classes
Event Details:

Tea and Tranquility: Meditation & Self-Care Circle 

Hot Cocoa & Winter Fun

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday in the teen room in November and December for hot cocoa! We will have various winter craft and activities during this time as well :) 

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.

Tygh Valley Bookmobile Stop

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

Giggles and Wiggles

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

Fun and games for toddlers and preschool age children! Every Wednesday morning in the library meeting room at 11:00 am until 12:00 pm. Adults must accompany their child and can join in the fun! Games, crafts, music, and Fun!

Adult Art Club

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Minecraft Club

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Clubs, Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come play Minecraft with other teens on the library's iPads and Minecraft server! Together, you'll complete fun challenges and show off your mining AND crafting expertise.

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

The Swoon Society Book Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Event Details:

Join us at Any Book Goes on December 17th at 6:00 

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.