Deschutes Public Library

Back to School

Whether school's starting at home or in the classroom, we have resources to help.

Get a Library Card

Getting a library card is free and easy for Deschutes County residents.

La biblioteca en español

Ofrecemos una ventana al mundo de la lectura, el aprendizaje, y la información.

New York Times

Access New York Times articles, as well as NYT Cooking and Games, for free with your library card.

READWATCHLISTEN

Save Money

Discover resources and services that you may be paying for that you can access free with your card.

Book Clubs

Looking to join a book club? Or to check out a whole kit of books for your own book club? We have you covered.

Hours for Friday (09/04)

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	6:00 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	6:00 PM
Sisters	10:00 AM	6:00 PM
Sunriver	10:00 AM	6:00 PM

Featured Events

Sticker Creation 101

Turn your art or favorite paper scrap into a sticker!

09-04-2026 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM Find Redmond Library

All Ages Program

Notary Public in the Library

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

09-08-2026 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Find Central Library

Adult Program

Technology Troubleshooting

Troubleshoot your technology problems 1:1 with library staff.

09-08-2026 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Find Redmond Library

Class

Tardes en Familia En Español

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

09-08-2026 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Find Central Library

Family Program Children's Program All Ages Program

Medicare Made Simple

Free community seminar focused solely on Medicare education and understanding.

09-08-2026 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Find Central Library

Adult Program

Today at the Library

All Ages Program

Sticker Creation 101

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM ● Redmond Library

Turn your art or favorite paper scrap into a sticker!

Find Redmond Library
Adult Program

Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM ● Redmond Library - Study 4

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

Find Redmond Library
Adult Program

Thrive Central Oregon Drop-In Consultations

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM ● Sisters Library - Study Room

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

Find Sisters Library
Adult Program

Red Cross Blood Drive

11:30 AM – 4:00 PM ● Central Library - Community 3

Drop in for an hour to donate blood and help others.

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Full Calendar

News

Aug 17, 2026

“Know Transparent” this September with Deschutes Public Library

Let the light pass through and soak up knowledge with “Know Transparent” this September. Reflect on instrumental music and spoken-word poetry together as a contemplative practice.…
Aug 14, 2026

Deschutes Public Library Board Appoints Interim Director

The Deschutes Public Library Board decided on Wednesday evening, August 12, to appoint Chantal Strobel as Interim Library Director. Their decision came in advance of Director Todd…
Jul 29, 2026

La Pine Library: Seed Library

Share, donate, and enjoy seeds! This community seed library will help gardeners get started, share resources, grow local seeds, explore new seeds and encourage sustainability in…
Jul 21, 2026

“Know Nothing” this August with Deschutes Public Library

It’s okay to not know it all. Join the library as we explore “Know Nothing” this August. Dive into the unknown world of black holes and learn about the Antebellum South era in the…
Jul 20, 2026

Central Library Hosts Community Grand Opening Celebration August 15

The Central Library has been in full operation for more than two months, and library staff are ready to celebrate this new chapter by hosting an event befitting the role the…
Jul 9, 2026

Deschutes Public Library Board to Extend Director Search

The Deschutes Public Library Board decided on Wednesday evening to extend their search for a library director. Their decision came after meeting with two candidates on July 7 and…
Jun 15, 2026

Deschutes Public Library Board Selects New Member for Zone 4

Deschutes Public Library Board members voted to appoint Bend resident Brian Tanis to the Zone 4 Library Board position; he was sworn in at the Board’s June 10 meeting at the…
May 21, 2026

Central Library Welcomes Nearly 20,000 Visitors in Opening Week

The community response to the new Central Library has been nothing short of incredible. During its first full week open to the public, the new library welcomed 19,944 visitors who…

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