This Week at The Dalles Library: Nov. 17, 2025

Nov 16

Written By Columbia Community Connection

By Joshuah Albert

The Dalles, Ore., Nov. 12, 2025 — Get ready for a full week of engaging events at the The Dalles Public Library — from virtual workshops and teen game walks to take-and‐make kits and high-energy performances — there’s something for every age group.

Tuesday, Nov. 18
Unlock the Secret Language of Connection with Charles Duhigg (Virtual)
11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Join bestselling author and Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Charles Duhigg for a live virtual conversation about his new book, Supercommunicators. Learn how everyday conversations work — and how to make them work better.
Click here to register for this virtual event.

Pokémon GO! Club
4–5:30 p.m.
All ages. Join other Pokémon fans for a group walk through downtown The Dalles. Hatch eggs, follow routes and team up for 5-star raid battles. Registration required.

Wednesday, Nov. 19
New Release Movie Matinee with Singalong & Crafts
3:30–6 p.m.
All ages. A chart-topping musical blockbuster, singalong moments and a themed craft to take home.

Thursday, Nov. 20
Guided Watercolor with Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield
6–7 p.m.
Teens and adults. Learn simple, beginner-friendly watercolor techniques with local artist Yvonne Pepin-Wakefield. Supplies provided or bring your own.
Registration required. Registration closes at 6 p.m.

Friday, Nov. 21
Fun Fridays: Turkeys
3–4:30 p.m.
Ages 5–10 (all welcome). Part of the weekly Fun Fridays series. This week’s activity features ceramic turkeys and paint. Supplies limited.
Accessibility support and food allergy notices apply.

Saturday, Nov. 22
Border Collie Show
1 p.m.
All ages. A high-energy show starring rescued border collies known for frisbee tricks, soccer moves and 16 Dog World Frisbee titles.

Rock Collection Starter Pack: Take & Make Kit
All day
School-age, teens, adults. Pick up a rock-collection box and your first labeled rock. A new rock will be available every fourth Saturday for a full year. Limited quantities.