Deschutes Public Library

Summer with the Library

Summer fun for all ages, including activities and prizes. Sign up today!

Get a Library Card

Getting a library card is free and easy for Deschutes County residents. You can even apply online.

Visit a MakerSpace

The Central and Redmond Libraries both feature hands-on MakerSpaces for innovators, tinkerers, and lifelong learners.

Road Trip? Audiobook!

Browse Libby for audiobooks to listen to on the road, at the beach, or in your backyard.

READWATCHLISTEN

June is Pride Month

Discover a collection of books, films, and more to learn more about Pride Month and its history.

Juneteenth

Explore books and resources to learn more about Juneteenth, which commemorates the end of slavery in the U.S.

Hours for Tuesday (06/16)

Today’s open and close times for all branches.
Library	Open	Close
Central Drive-thru today: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM	9:00 AM	8:00 PM
Downtown Bend	Closed	Closed
La Pine	10:00 AM	6:00 PM
Redmond Drive-thru today: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM	9:00 AM	7:00 PM
Sisters	10:00 AM	6:00 PM
Sunriver	10:00 AM	6:00 PM

Featured Events

Camp Kinder!

Camp themed activities, crafts, and games to support learning!

06-16-2026 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM Find La Pine Library

Family Program

Notary Public in the Library

Free, limited, drop-in notary services for the public.

06-16-2026 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Find Central Library

Adult Program

Technology Troubleshooting

Troubleshoot your technology problems 1:1 with library staff.

06-16-2026 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Find Redmond Library

Class

Tardes en Familia En Español

Arte, juegos, y botanas gratis para todas las edades.

06-16-2026 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Find Central Library

Family Program Children's Program All Ages Program

$"The S\u0027more You Know"$

The S'more You Know

Learn about campfire alternatives while making s'mores with fire professionals!

06-16-2026 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM Find Central Library

All Ages Program

Library Adventures Outdoors

Library and outdoor adventures with Nature Connect of Central Oregon.

06-17-2026 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Venue: Sun Meadows Park

Offsite Family Program Children's Program

Baby Story Time

A gentle story time for infant and caregiver. 0-18 mo.

06-17-2026 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Find Central Library

Story Time

Book Bedazzling

Transform your favorite book into a statement piece with gems and rhinestones.

06-17-2026 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Find La Pine Library

High School Aged Program

3D Printer Basics

Learn the basics of 3D printing.

06-17-2026 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM Find Central Library

Adult Program

Cuentacuentos en español

Traigan a sus pequeños a leer, cantar y jugar.

06-17-2026 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Find Central Library

Story Time Family Program Children's Program

Seed Library

Share, donate, and enjoy seeds!

06-18-2026 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Find Central Library

All Ages Program

BINGO for Books

Celebrate Summer with the Library with BINGO and free books!

06-18-2026 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Find Sisters Library

High School Aged Program

Tardes en Familia En Español

Arte, juegos, y botanas gratis para todas las edades.

06-18-2026 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Find Redmond Library

Family Program Children's Program All Ages Program

Teen Open Mic Night at the OAC

Share your talents on a supportive stage.

06-18-2026 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Venue: The Open Arts Center

High School Aged Program

Cancelled

$"Pride Pop-Up: Adventure with Pride D\u0026D One-Shot"$

Pride Pop-Up: Adventure with Pride D&D One-Shot

Adventure Three: Our heroes head to the casino island of Isla Fortuna! When they are alerted to signs of a conspiracy, the call to adventure draws them in.

06-18-2026 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Find Central Library

Adult Program

Third Thursday Spoken Word Night

Spoken word open mic night for all poets, writers, storytellers, and songwriters.

06-18-2026 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Venue: SCP Hotel, Redmond

Write Here Adult Program

All Libraries Closed

Juneteenth

06-19-2026 12:00 AM – 11:59 PM Find Administration

Library Closure

Monthly Maker Meetup

A relaxed space for teens and adults to make art, chat, and try new things.

06-20-2026 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Find Central Library

High School Aged Program Adult Program

$"Online D\u0026D Club"$

Online D&D Club

Monthly D&D club for teen adventurers who want to take their game to the next level.

06-20-2026 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Find Central Library

High School Aged Program

Romance Book Club

A read-what-you-want romance book discussion group featuring a different monthly theme.

06-20-2026 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Find Central Library

Adult Program

Today at the Library

Story Time Children's Program

Family Story Time

9:30 AM – 9:55 AM ● Redmond Library - Community 1

Interactive story time with books, songs and rhymes. 0-5 yrs.

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Write Here Adult Program

Quiet Writing Time

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM ● Central Library - Meeting 3 (3rd Floor)

Enjoy the focus of a quiet space with the benefit of others' company.

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Story Time Children's Program

Toddler Story Time

10:30 AM – 10:55 AM ● Redmond Library - Community 1

An active story time with stories, songs & movement rhymes. 18-36 mo.

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Family Program

Camp Kinder!

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM ● La Pine Library - Community Room

Camp themed activities, crafts, and games to support learning!

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Adult Program

Notary Public in the Library

11:00 AM – 12:30 PM ● Central Library - Study 6 (3rd Floor)

Free, limited, drop-in notary services for the public.

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Adult Program

Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Sessions en Inglés y Español

12:00 PM – 3:00 PM ● Central Library - Study 5 (3rd Floor)

Drop-in social services assistance that connects you with resources.

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Class

Technology Troubleshooting

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM ● Redmond Library - Meeting Room

Troubleshoot your technology problems 1:1 with library staff.

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Middle School Aged Program Elementary School Aged Program

Graphic Novel Book Club

4:00 PM – 4:50 PM ● Central Library - Youth Programing (2nd Floor)

Discuss Bomb: Graphic Novel : the Race to Build--and Steal--the World's Most Dangerous Weapon by Steven Sheinkin

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Family Program Children's Program All Ages Program

Tardes en Familia En Español

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM ● Central Library - Creative 1 (2nd Floor)

Arte, juegos, y botanas gratis para todas las edades.

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Adult Program

Business/Nonprofit Librarian Office Hours

4:00 PM – 6:00 PM ● Redmond Library - Study 4

Get help with your business and nonprofit information questions.

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Adult Program

SCORE Small Business Counseling

5:00 PM – 6:30 PM ● Redmond Library - Study 1

Receive confidential business planning with a SCORE mentor.

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All Ages Program

The S'more You Know

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM ● Central Library - Community 1

Learn about campfire alternatives while making s'mores with fire professionals!

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Adult Program

Pathways to Affordable Homeownership with RootedHomes

5:30 PM – 7:00 PM ● Redmond - Online Only

Discover how affordable homeownership is possible in Central Oregon.

Zoom
Zoom link

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Adult Program

SafetyNet: Smart Cyber Choices® with KIDS Center

5:30 PM – 7:30 PM ● Sisters Library - Community Room

Develop tools to safely manage online lives for both kids and adults.

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Full Calendar

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