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Puppet Time!

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Join us two Mondays each month for a fun puppet show with songs, games, and learning! 

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us two Mondays each month for a fun puppet show with songs, games, and learning! 

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.

Summer Reading program: Museum of Natural & Cultural History

Monday, June 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Performances, STEAM Learning, Games
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025 has begun! Our special events are normally held on Tuesday morning, but this week it is on Monday afternoon at 2:00.  Today's event features the Museum...

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Performances, STEAM Learning, Games
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025 has begun! Our special events are normally held on Tuesday morning, but this week it is on Monday afternoon at 2:00.  

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.

Summer Reading 2025:

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025 has begun! Each Tuesday morning at 10:30 we will host a different educational, as well as entertaining, program. Though this is aimed at school-age children...

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Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025 has begun! Each Tuesday morning at 10:30 we will host a different educational, as well as entertaining, program. Though this is aimed at school-age children, everyone is welcome to join us.

Today's event features

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.

Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Dufur Library
Program Type:
Performances, STEAM Learning, Workshops & Classes
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025:  Level Up at Your Library! Today's event features the Museum of Natural and Cultural History' traveling exhibit:POWER PLAY FOR THE PLANETSaving p...

Library Branch: Dufur Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performances, STEAM Learning, Workshops & Classes
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025:  Level Up at Your Library! 

Today's event features the Museum of Natural and Cultural History' traveling exhibit:

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.

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 11:15am - 11:45am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool
Baby Storytime:

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

Event Details:

This storytime is held every Tuesday (starting March 4th) at  11:15 AM in the Children's Wing. Join us for stories, songs, bonding, playtime, early literacy practice, and lots...

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes

Baby Storytime

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

Event Details:

This storytime is held every Tuesday (starting March 4th) at  11:15 AM in the Children's Wing. Join us for stories, songs, bonding, playtime, early literacy practice, and lots of fun!

Museum of Natural and Cultural History

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Southern Wasco Public Library
Program Type:
Performances, STEAM Learning, Games, Health & Wellness, Workshops & Classes
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025:  Level Up at Your Library! Today's event features the Museum of Natural and Cultural History' traveling exhibit:POWER PLAY FOR THE PLANETSaving p...

Library Branch: Southern Wasco Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performances, STEAM Learning, Games, Health & Wellness, Workshops & Classes
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025:  Level Up at Your Library! 

Today's event features the Museum of Natural and Cultural History' traveling exhibit:

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.

Wiggles and Giggles

Giggles and Wiggles

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes, Games, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Fun and games for toddlers and preschool age children! Every Wednesday morning in the library meeting room at 11:00 am until 11:30 am. Adults must accompany their child and sometim...

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 11:30 am. Adults must accompany their child and sometimes can join in the fun. Games, Music, and dance!

July 4th Closed

All Day
The Dalles Public Library, Southern Wasco Public Library, Dufur Library

All libraries will be closed in observance of the July 4th holiday.

Closing
Branches:
The Dalles Public Library, Southern Wasco Public Library, Dufur Library
Description:

All libraries will be closed in observance of the July 4th holiday.

Summer Reading 2025:

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025 has begun! Each Tuesday morning at 10:30 we will host a different educational, as well as entertaining, program. Though this is aimed at school-age children...

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025 has begun! Each Tuesday morning at 10:30 we will host a different educational, as well as entertaining, program. Though this is aimed at school-age children, everyone is welcome to join us.

Today's event features

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.

Wiggles and Giggles

Giggles and Wiggles

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes, Games, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Fun and games for toddlers and preschool age children! Every Wednesday morning in the library meeting room at 11:00 am until 11:30 am. Adults must accompany their child and sometim...

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 11:30 am. Adults must accompany their child and sometimes can join in the fun. Games, Music, and dance!

join us for some musical fun

Music & Magic in the Park 2025: featuring Cowboy Buck's Rootin' Tootin' Family Show

Wednesday, July 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Music & Magic in the Park is a family friendly event, in partnership with Northern Wasco County Parks & Rec, held at 6:00 on Wednesday evenings. Each week features a differ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Music & Magic in the Park is a family friendly event, in partnership with Northern Wasco County Parks & Rec, held at 6:00 on Wednesday evenings.

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.

Friday Morning Storytime

Friday, July 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, Adults
Storytime:

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Event Details:

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.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, Adults
Program Type: Storytimes

Storytime

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Event Details:

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.

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Friday, July 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Games, Movies
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Clubs, Games, Movies

Snapdragon Yoga

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Puppet Time!

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Join us two Mondays each month for a fun puppet show with songs, games, and learning! 

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Join us two Mondays each month for a fun puppet show with songs, games, and learning! 

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.

Summer Reading 2025: SCIENCE HEROES

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025 is so much fun! Each Tuesday morning at 10:30 we will host a different performer aimed at school-age children - though everyone is welcome to join us.Today'...

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025 is so much fun! Each Tuesday morning at 10:30 we will host a different performer aimed at school-age children - though everyone is welcome to join us.

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.

Science Heroes

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dufur Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025: Level Up! This week features Science Heroes, who will entertain us with some storytelling combined with science experiments.  

Library Branch: Dufur Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025: Level Up! This week features Science Heroes, who will entertain us with some storytelling combined with science experiments. 

 

Science Heroes

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Community Room at Southern Wasco Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025 is going strong! Today's event features Science Heroes, who will entertain us with some storytelling combined with science experiments.

Library Branch: Southern Wasco Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025 is going strong! Today's event features Science Heroes, who will entertain us with some storytelling combined with science experiments.

Wiggles and Giggles

Giggles and Wiggles

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytimes, Games, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age
Event Details:

Fun and games for toddlers and preschool age children! Every Wednesday morning in the library meeting room at 11:00 am until 11:30 am. Adults must accompany their child and sometim...

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 11:30 am. Adults must accompany their child and sometimes can join in the fun. Games, Music, and dance!

New Release Movie Matinee

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Movies
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
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 March feature is Moana 2. Hope to ...

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 March feature is Moana 2. 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.

Joe Black will perform feats of magic at 6 pm on July 16th at City Park

Music & Magic in the Park: Joe Black

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Offsite at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Music & Magic in the Park is a family friendly event, in partnership with Northern Wasco County Parks & Rec, held at 6:00 on Wednesday evenings. Each week features a differ...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Music & Magic in the Park is a family friendly event, in partnership with Northern Wasco County Parks & Rec, held at 6:00 on Wednesday evenings.

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.

Friday Morning Storytime

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Storytimes
Age Group:
Preschool, Adults
Storytime:

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Event Details:

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.

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, Adults
Program Type: Storytimes

Storytime

A great time of stories and activities for all ages.

Event Details:

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.

Rhys Thomas will entertain us with some juggling, magic, and corny jokes

Summer Reading 2025: Rhys Thomas

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Children’s Wing at The Dalles Public Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025 has begun! Each Tuesday morning at 10:30 we will host a different educational, as well as entertaining, program. Though this is aimed at school-age children...

Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Children’s Wing
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Summer Reading for 2025 has begun! Each Tuesday morning at 10:30 we will host a different educational, as well as entertaining, program. Though this is aimed at school-age children, everyone is welcome to join us.

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.

Rhys Thomas

Rhys Thomas

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Dufur Library
Program Type:
Performances
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Today's event features Rhys Thomas, a delight for children of all ages. He'll have them rolling on the floor laughing at his comedic talent; and eyes opened wide in amazement at hi...

Library Branch: Dufur Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Today's event features Rhys Thomas, a delight for children of all ages. He'll have them rolling on the floor laughing at his comedic talent; and eyes opened wide in amazement at his juggling skills.

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.