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Antelope Bookmobile Stop

3:15pm - 4:15pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

Free IRS Direct File Federal and State User Assistance

10:00am - 7:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshops & Classes
Event Details:

FREE PROGRAM

Direct File is a historic new IRS service that allows eligible taxpayers to prepare and file their tax return online, for free, including access to help from dedicated IRS Direct File customer support representatives.

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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.

Limited Availability

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

Toddler 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

Toddler Storytime

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

Event Details:

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

Celilo Bookmobile Stop

3:30pm - 5:30pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

Whodunnit Mystery Book Club - Case Histories

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs

Whodunnit: Mystery Book Club

Hang out with other mystery lovers as we talk about our favorite books, movies, and more! Books are available at the front desk.

Event Details:

Case Histories by Kate Atkinson

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.

Friday Morning 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

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, everyone is welcome.

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.

Coffee and Coloring

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs

Coffee and Coloring

Drop in for a relaxing start to your day. Have some coffee, snacks, and coloring the morning away.

Event Details:

Coffee and Coloring occurs the first Friday of each month from 12:00pm - 1:30pm. For adults only.

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.

4-H Afterschool Program

1:30pm - 3:00pm
School Age
Southern Wasco Public Library
Library Branch: Southern Wasco Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Workshops & Classes
Event Details:

4-H After-school activity class on early release Friday's 1:30 to 3:00pm. Alternating STEAM activities and Cooking activities.

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.

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

Fun Fridays

Series of fun activities for elementary school aged children.

Event Details:

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.

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.

Dufur Bookmobile

3:30pm - 5:30pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages

Chess Class

9:30am - 10:30am
All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 39
Event Details:

Learn chess from an expert!

Story Hour

10:30am - 11:00pm
Southern Wasco Public Library
Library Branch: Southern Wasco Public Library
Room: Max’s Corner
Program Type: Storytimes

Snapdragon Yoga

11:00am - 12:00pm
Preschool
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Open VR Gaming Time!

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting afternoon of VR gaming at the library! Step into a world of immersive experiences where you can challenge your friends in thrilling boxing matches, wield a lightsaber in epic duels, and more. 

Second Saturday Self Defense for Women, Round 2!

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
  • Every second Saturday from November 9th to February 8th  (3pm to 4pm)
  • Instructors, Erin and Donny, are self-defense experts!
  • New and returning member, please register, space is limited.
  • This is a series of 5

Lego Builders Challenge Club

3:30pm - 5:00pm
School Age
Southern Wasco Public Library
Library Branch: Southern Wasco Public Library
Room: Main Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: STEAM Learning

Lego Club

Lego competitions, STEAM projects, and more! Join the lego club for lego building fun. For ages 6 - 10.

Event Details:

STEM related Lego building challenges. Join the fun and see if you can meet the challenge.

Friend Bookmobile Stop

2:45pm - 4:45pm
All Ages
Outreach
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Outreach
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Book Clubs

Tea & Chill

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

come to the Teen Room every Tuesday in February to sip some tea, color, and snack. 

(Virtual Event) Dystopian Tropes from an Indigenous Perspective: In Conversation with Waubgeshig Rice

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

This is a virtual event.

Register for talk here

Clean Reads Book Club-Chronicles of Narnia The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S Lewis

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

Narnia… the land beyond the wardrobe door, a secret place frozen in eternal winter, a magical country waiting to be set free.

Oregon Black Pioneers Explore Oregon's Centuries-Old Black Heritage

6:00pm - 7:00pm
All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 29
Event Details:

Program Description:

Giggles and Wiggles

11:00am - 11:30am
Preschool, School Age
The Dalles Public Library
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!

Teen Library Council

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

The Teen Library Council meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month to collaborate on the best ways to serve the community through the lens of the library!

Shaniko Bookmobile Stop

3:00pm - 4:00pm
All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Offsite Event
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Book Clubs