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Four Chord Fun: Ukulele Basics

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Workshops & Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

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

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.

Limited Availability

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

Patriotic Mason Jar Lamps: Take and Make

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

Come pick up a kit with two mason jars, two bright electric tea-lights, and red, white, & blue paint! Make your own festive and patriotic decorations for your Independence Day parties.

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

Summer Reading 2025:

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
Cancelled
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

10:30am - 11:45am
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Dufur Library
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

11:15am - 11:45am
Preschool
The Dalles Public Library
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

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Southern Wasco Public Library
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.

Teen Chalk Art!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

This program will take place outside on library grounds. Food and drink will be provided. 

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.

Happiness Book Club

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs

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!

Adult Art Club

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Clubs

Adult Art Club

If you create you are an artist. Share your art with us. Learn from each other, grow, be challenged and be inspired in this twice monthly art club.

Teen Art Club

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come make any art with our supplies. It's just for teens! Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 2:30. 

Criminal Record Expungement Clinic

2:00pm - 5:00pm
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Event Details:

Retired lawyers and other trained volunteers help participants apply to set aside Oregon criminal records.

Whodunnit Mystery 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

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:

 

Pick up your copy at the front desk. Join us in person or by Zoom .

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.

July 4th Closed

All Day
Some Branches
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.

Breakfast for Teens

10:00am - 12:00pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

A balanced breakfast for teens will be provided every Saturday in the summer!  From 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.- pop into the teen room for some breakfast foods. For grades 6th and up. 

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.

Dungeons and Dragons: Honor Among Thieves Movies

2:00pm - 4:30pm
School Age, Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movies

Yoga - Mondays at Noon!

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

Learn Procreate for Teens

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Registration
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

iPads with apple pencils available during the class or bring your own so you can practice at home.

Maker Monday

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEAM Learning

Summer Reading 2025:

10:30am - 11:30am
Preschool, School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
The Dalles Public Library
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.

Puppet Making Workshop

1:00pm - 2:00pm
School Age
Dufur Library
Library Branch: Dufur Library
Age Group: School Age
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Participants will learn how to make their own puppets out of items they might find around their home. This workshop will be led by Jason Ropp, of Dragon Theater Puppets. 

Disclaimer(s)

Limited Availability

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

Puppet Making Workshop

3:30pm - 4:30pm
School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Southern Wasco Public Library
Library Branch: Southern Wasco Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: School Age, Teens, Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We have another fun Summer Reading 2025 event planned for you. Today, participants will learn how to make their own puppets out of items they might find around their home.

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.

Teen Chalk Art!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
The Dalles Public Library
Library Branch: The Dalles Public Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Event Details:

This program will take place outside on library grounds. Food and drink will be provided. 

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.

Clean Reads Book Club-Welcome to the Honey B&B by Melody Carlson

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:

After years in San Jose, Jewel Benedict is going home to Oregon to help care for her father who has early onset dementia. Easier said than done. Jewel's 13-year-old daughter is upset about the move.