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Remodeling the Downtown Bend Library

Find answers to your questions about the upcoming remodel of the Downtown Bend Library.

Get a Library Card

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

Know Rot

Redefine “rot” to explore themes of decay, transformation, and renewal during events throughout March.

Use Your Library from Anywhere

Access films as well as thousands of eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines from anywhere you are with an internet connection.

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Book-a-Librarian

Receive personalized service from an information expert who can assist you with your research, training and speaker needs.

Women's History Month

Explore fiction and nonfiction selections that celebrate the contributions of women today and throughout history.

Hours for Thursday (03/12)

Today’s open and close times for all branches.
Library	Open	Close
Downtown Bend	1:00 PM	6:00 PM
La Pine	1:00 PM	6:00 PM
Redmond	1:00 PM	6:00 PM
Sisters	1:00 PM	6:00 PM
Sunriver	1:00 PM	6:00 PM

Featured Events

Page to Screen Family Movie Night

Come watch Wild Robot (2024)! Free tickets at http://www.towertheatre.org/

03-13-2026 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Venue: Tower Theatre

Children's Program

$"Pop Up Exhibits with the Children\u0027s Museum of Central Oregon"$

Pop Up Exhibits with the Children's Museum of Central Oregon

Enjoy some of the museum's most loved exhibits!

03-14-2026 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Venue: Larkspur Community Center

Children's Program

$"\"Something\u0027s Rotten\" Part 1: Introduction to \"Hamlet\""$

"Something's Rotten" Part 1: Introduction to "Hamlet"

Explore the world and plot of William Shakespeare's famous play.

03-14-2026 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Venue: Larkspur Community Center - Classroom 3

Adult Program

Music with Danny Shain en Ingles y Español

Danny Shain blends music and cultures across the Americas.

03-14-2026 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM Find Redmond Library

All Ages Program

$"Oregon\u0027s Death with Dignity Act"$

Oregon's Death with Dignity Act

Get an overview of the law and information on eligibility.

03-16-2026 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM Find Redmond Library

Adult Program

Today at the Library

Teen Program Middle School Aged Program High School Aged Program

Needle Felt Fungus

3:30 PM – 5:30 PM ● Sunriver Library - Community Room

Create a cutie lil fluffy fungi!

Find Sunriver Library
Children's Program

Mushroom Garlands with Two Suns Art Studio

6:00 PM – 7:15 PM ● Bend - Two Suns Art Studio + Makerspace

Use recycled materials to create artistic mushrooms and string them together.

70 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702
70 SW Century Dr, Bend, OR 97702

Venue: Two Suns Art Studio + Makerspace

Full Calendar

News

Feb 24, 2026

Announcement of Library Budget Committee Vacancy

A vacancy exists for the Deschutes Public Library System budget committee. Budget committee members are chosen from qualified registered voters residing in Deschutes County. The…
Feb 19, 2026

“Know Rot” this March with Deschutes Public Library

Redefine “rot” and explore themes of decay, transformation, and renewal with Deschutes Public Library this March. Send your tastebuds on a journey with artisanal cheese tastings or…
Feb 18, 2026

Celebrating Earth Week: Register Your Child for a Free Tree

This spring, Deschutes Public Library partners once again with Neighborhood Forest's Annual Free Tree Program as part of our Earth Week celebrations. Please fill out the online…
Feb 3, 2026

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (“RFP”) - PRIMARY MATERIALS VENDOR FOR DESCHUTES PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Deschutes Public Library District (hereinafter referred to as “DPL”) is requesting proposals until no later than 10 am on March 30th, 2026 (Closing) at…
Jan 15, 2026

“Know Waves” this February with Deschutes Public Library

From crest to trough, ride “Know Waves” with Deschutes Public Library in February. Make a splash by creating a mini, ocean-themed book and dip your toes into fly fishing with a…
Jan 2, 2026

Remodelación de la Biblioteca del Centro de Bend: Preguntas Frecuentes

La Biblioteca del Centro de Bend cerrará temporalmente para una remodelación amplia a partir de la primavera de 2026, una vez que la Biblioteca Central en Stevens Ranch esté lista…
Dec 29, 2025

Remodeling the Downtown Bend Library: Frequently Asked Questions

Para obtener esta información en español, haga clic aquí. The Downtown Bend Library will temporarily close for an extensive remodel starting in spring 2026 when the Central Library…
Dec 19, 2025

Deschutes Public Library Wrapped: 2025

Deschutes Public Library Wrapped: 2025 Who doesn’t love a good year-in-review? From page-turning reads and kits to library events and community connections, 2025 was a big year at…

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