What’s Happening at The Dalles Library: Feb. 9, 2026

The Dalles, Ore., Feb. 8, 2026 — The Dalles Public Library will host a mix of creative workshops, games, and family-friendly Valentine-themed events from Feb. 9 through Feb. 14, with programs for children, teens, and adults throughout the week.

Monday, Feb. 9
Piece by Piece Puzzle Program, 1:30–3:30 p.m. Drop-in jigsaw puzzle program with coffee and light refreshments. Participants may work together or individually. Teens and adults.

Monday, Feb. 9
Dream Study Group: Gifts from Our Subconscious, 5–7:30 p.m. Registration required. Join Nancy Turner, M.Ed., for an exploration of dreams as metaphorical messages offering insight and personal guidance. Adults.

Tuesday, Feb. 10
Obstacle Quest: Library Edition, 3:30 p.m. Team challenges throughout the library with snacks provided. The winning team receives a prize. Teens.

Wednesday, Feb. 11
Adult Art Club: Free Create, 1 p.m. Bring a project or use library supplies in a relaxed creative space to share feedback and ideas. Adults.

Wednesday, Feb. 11
Heart-Shaped Waffles, 2:30–3:30 p.m., teen room. Make heart-shaped waffles and enjoy a Valentine-themed snack activity. Teens.

Thursday, Feb. 12
Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women’s Magic, 11 a.m.–noon. Virtual author talk with Dr. Lindsey Stewart. Registration required. Adults.

Thursday, Feb. 12
Family STEAM Night, 6 p.m. Build telescopes and, weather permitting, observe the moon and stars outdoors. All ages.

Friday, Feb. 13
Special Fun Friday for Kids: Sugar Rush, 3:30 p.m. Build candy race cars and race them down the Sugar Rush Speedway ramp. Kids.

Friday, Feb. 13
Fun Fridays, 3:30 p.m. Weekly rotating activities including crafts, games and trivia. Teens.

Friday, Feb. 13
Winter 2026: Olympic Games, 5 p.m. Quick 30-minute games in the main part of the library honoring the Winter Olympics. All ages.

Saturday, Feb. 14
Show & Share: Portland Pilots Men’s Basketball Team, 1 p.m. Supersized show-and-tell with basketball tricks and a skills demonstration. All ages.

Saturday, Feb. 14
KidQuest: Adventure Awaits!, 3–4:30 p.m. Role-playing game adventure program for ages 6–11 with snacks. Kids.

Saturday, Feb. 14
Couples Swing Dance – Valentine’s Day, 3:30–4:30 p.m. Registration required. One-hour swing dance session with Don Slusher. Hors d’oeuvres provided. Adults.