This Week at The Dalles Library: March 30, 2026

Mar 29

Written By Columbia Community Connection

The Dalles, Ore., March 29 2026 — The Dalles Public Library offers a full week of hands-on programs, performances and family events, including crafts, dance, storytime and a community-wide “Wild Robot” theme.

Maker Monday — Catalogue Night
March 30, 5:30–7 p.m.
The Dalles Public Library, Makerspace
Browse a full catalogue of crafts and STEM projects, then choose a project and create in the upstairs makerspace. Open to school-age children, teens and adults.

Adult Art Club — Robot Planter
April 1, 1–2:30 p.m.
The Dalles Public Library, Makerspace
Create a robot-themed planter and plant herb seeds to take home. Supplies provided. Part of the “Wild Robot” community read. Adults.

Mat Pilates with Shannon Red Cloud
April 2, 9–10 a.m.
The Dalles Public Library, Meeting Room
A beginner-friendly mat Pilates class focused on strength, flexibility and balance. Movements can be modified for different fitness levels. Adults.

Playdough Storytime
April 2, 10:30–11:15 a.m.
The Dalles Public Library, Children’s Wing
Hands-on storytime for preschoolers featuring playdough activities that support early literacy skills. Materials are limited; adults must attend with children.

Virtual program: History of U.S. women astronauts
April 2, 11 a.m.–noon
Online (registration required)
Smithsonian curator emerita Valerie Neal presents a discussion on the history of U.S. women astronauts and their contributions to space exploration.

Latin-inspired dance lessons
April 2, 4–5 p.m.
The Dalles Public Library, Meeting Room
A beginner-friendly class introducing swing and Latin dance basics. No experience required. Adults.

Hook Club (crochet-along)
April 2, 5:30–7 p.m.
The Dalles Public Library, New Books area
Crochet squares inspired by books while discussing reading recommendations. Yarn provided. Open to teens and adults.

Family Sweets and Stories Night
April 2, 6–7 p.m.
The Dalles Public Library, Main Library
Enjoy cupcakes, coloring and a read-aloud of “The Wild Robot.” Participants can decorate robot-themed treats. All ages.

Fun Friday: The Stuffy Scavenger Hunt
April 3, 3:30–4:30 p.m.
The Dalles Public Library, Children’s Wing
Kids can solve clues in a scavenger hunt and create their own stuffed animal to take home. School-age children.

Wild Robot Violin Concert with Lauren Guerin
April 4, 10:30–11:30 a.m.
The Dalles Public Library, Main Library
A live violin performance inspired by “The Wild Robot,” featuring modern classical and themed music. All ages.

Intermediate Guitar Lessons with Aaron Israel
April 4, 1–2 p.m.
The Dalles Public Library
A six-week intermediate guitar course covering advanced techniques. Registration required; participants are expected to attend all sessions. Teens and adults.

Paint with Denae — Wild Robot
April 4, 1–4 p.m.
The Dalles Public Library, Meeting Room
A guided painting class inspired by “The Wild Robot.” Registration required. Teens and adults.

Movie Night at the Granada — “The Wild Robot”
April 4, 5 p.m.
Granada Theatre, The Dalles
Free screening with a library card. Concessions available. All ages.