Deschutes Public Library

Media Literacy for All

From spotting AI fakes and scams to growing our understanding of civics, we're diving into all things media this October.

Get a Library Card

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

Frightfully Good Reads

Discover fiction and nonfiction books, as well as movies, that will scare you a little (or a lot). Keep the lights on!

Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrate the history, cultures, and contributions of Hispanic Americans.

READWATCHLISTEN

Celebrate Your Right to Read

Censorship divides us, books unite us. Learn more about intellectual freedom and celebrate Banned Books Week with your library.

Creativebug

Cozy season is crafty season! Find inspiration and learn new things with free access to Creativebug.

Hours for Sunday (10/11)

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	Closed	Closed
Redmond	Closed	Closed
Sisters	Closed	Closed
Sunriver	Closed	Closed

Featured Events

$"Redmond D\u0026D for Beginners"$

Redmond D&D for Beginners

A bi-monthly adult D&D club for beginners.

10-12-2026 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Find Redmond Library

Adult Program

Notary Public in the Library

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

10-13-2026 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM Find Central Library

Adult Program

Know AI: How to Stay Safe

Build your awareness and prepare yourself against scams.

10-13-2026 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Find La Pine Library

Adult Program

Technology Troubleshooting

Troubleshoot your technology problems 1:1 with library staff.

10-13-2026 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Find Redmond Library

Class

Try-It Tuesdays

Come try new things at the library! Join us every other week to learn new skills!

10-13-2026 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM Find La Pine Library

Middle School Aged Program Elementary School Aged Program

Club de LEGO en Español

Club de LEGO para todas las edades. Los invitamos a desatar su creatividad e imaginación con LEGO.

10-13-2026 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Find Central Library

Family Program Children's Program All Ages Program

Teen Silent Book Club

Take a break from tech and read together!

10-13-2026 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Find Central Library

High School Aged Program

Family Story Time

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

10-14-2026 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM Find Sisters Library

Story Time

Crafternoon

First crafts for Preschoolers.

10-14-2026 12:00 PM – 12:40 PM Find Central Library

Children's Program

Playdough Playtime

Educational and creative sensory play with playdough.

10-14-2026 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Find Central Library

Children's Program

Redmond Teen Library Council

Join us to help shape libraries that support teen wellness.

10-14-2026 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM Find Redmond Library

Middle School Aged Program High School Aged Program

Escape Room: Galaxy Challenge

Dive into K-pop drama and uncover the real story.

10-14-2026 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Find Redmond Library

High School Aged Program

Conexiones Literarias con Hilda en Español

Lean y discutan una novela clásica de Gabriel García Márquez.

10-14-2026 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Find Redmond Library

Adult Program

Technology Troubleshooting

Troubleshoot your technology problems 1:1 with library staff.

10-15-2026 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Find Central Library

Class

Club de LEGO en Español

Club de LEGO para todas las edades. Los invitamos a desatar su creatividad e imaginación con LEGO.

10-15-2026 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Find Redmond Library

Family Program Children's Program All Ages Program

Third Thursday Spoken Word Night

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

10-15-2026 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Find Redmond Library

Write Here Adult Program

Get Ready for College

College planning made clear and organized.

10-15-2026 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM Find Central Library

High School Aged Program Adult Program

Today at the Library

Family Program

Arte en movimiento en Español

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM ● Redmond Library - Community 3

El taller invita a aprender mediante el juego, la creatividad y la experimentación.

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High School Aged Program Adult Program

3D Printer Certification

2:00 PM – 3:15 PM ● Central Library - Meeting 3 (3rd Floor)

Start here for 3D printers at DPL.

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High School Aged Program Adult Program

3D Printer Certification

4:00 PM – 5:15 PM ● Central Library - Meeting 3 (3rd Floor)

Start here for 3D printers at DPL.

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Full Calendar

News

Sep 17, 2026

“Know Media” this October with Deschutes Public Library

Get curious, think critically, and connect beyond the screen for “Know Media” this October with Deschutes Public Library. First-time voters can build civic literacy skills, explore…
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…

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