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Oodles of Balloons Scavenger Hunt

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Preston Royal - Children's Area at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Find all the balloons hiding around the library for a prize!

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Find all the balloons hiding around the library for a prize!

Calming Corner

05/01/2024 @ 11:00am to 05/25/2024 @ 4:00pm
Timberglen - In Library at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Come in for the book selection, stay for the mind games and coloring activities. Designed to let you get a taste of all the library has to offer but with none of the social interac...

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Come in for the book selection, stay for the mind games and coloring activities. Designed to let you get a taste of all the library has to offer but with none of the social interaction.

Burr Oak and Sun

Texas, Still and In Motion: Abstractions in Oil by Jan Hart Black

All Day 5/4 - 5/26
Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

A Texas native, Jan Hart Black was inspired by the majestic, powerful, mystifying aspects of its elements. Her current work expresses in oil her senses’ memories of their touch. Th...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

A Texas native, Jan Hart Black was inspired by the majestic, powerful, mystifying aspects of its elements. Her current work expresses in oil her senses’ memories of their touch. The feel of wind on skin. A still hot day. Dust storms.

Guess how many text

Guess How Many Bears!

All Day 5/11 - 5/26
Bachman Lake - In Library at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Guess How Many Bears for kids Come and have fun at the library!  Winner gets a prize! Guess now, near the reference front desk!

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Guess How Many Bears for kids

Come and have fun at the library! 

Winner gets a prize!

Guess now, near the reference front desk!

Apes With Anxiety--Baboon fighting with astronaut

Central Staff Art Exhibit--2024

All Day 5/11 - 6/28
Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

From now through the end of June 2024, the 4th floor’s Pollock Performance Space Showcases feature art by members of the Central Library’s staff: Andrew Anderson, Tiffany Bailey, I...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

From now through the end of June 2024, the 4th floor’s Pollock Performance Space Showcases feature art by members of the Central Library’s staff: Andrew Anderson, Tiffany Bailey, Irving Bolaños, Herman Cardona, Fabian Castillo, Elizabet

Jigsaw

Community Jigsaw Puzzle

05/13/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/18/2024 @ 5:00pm
Preston Royal - Table Game Space at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Take a break and relax while putting together our Community Jigsaw Puzzle.

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Table Game Space
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Take a break and relax while putting together our Community Jigsaw Puzzle.

Guess Who? - Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt

05/13/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/18/2024 @ 5:00pm
Audelia Road - Lobby at Audelia Road Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Embark on an exciting scavenger hunt at the library! Each month, explore the nooks and crannies of the library to uncover the hidden pictures! Once you've found them all, stop by t...

Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Lobby
Age Group: Family, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Embark on an exciting scavenger hunt at the library! Each month, explore the nooks and crannies of the library to uncover the hidden pictures! Once you've found them all, stop by the information desk for a special prize!

The cover for Colorless by Haruki Murakami

Addictive Books at Union: Colorless Tsukuru Tazaki and His Years of Pilgrimage by Haruki Murakami

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Events
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Sip your favorite brew as Addictive Books explores captivating stories, shares diverse perspectives, and creates a haven for bookworms once a month on Saturday at Union Coffee in O...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Sip your favorite brew as Addictive Books explores captivating stories, shares diverse perspectives, and creates a haven for bookworms once a month on Saturday at Union Coffee in Oak Lawn.

This month's read: Co

pencil on top of open notebook on top of laptop keyboard

Creative Writing Club

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The Central Library is hosting a creative writing club every first and third Saturday of the month! We hope to build a supportive group that provides accountability, helps you s...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

The Central Library is hosting a creative writing club every first and third Saturday of the month!

Perler Bead Club cover graphic

Perler Bead Club

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

🌟 Join the Perler Bead Club: Unleash Your Creativity, One Bead at a Time! 🎨 Are you ready to embark on a colorful and crafty adventure? Lakewood Library invites you to be a part...

Required
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 59
Event Details:

🌟 Join the Perler Bead Club: Unleash Your Creativity, One Bead at a Time! 🎨

music for preschoolers

Music and Movement for Pre Schoolers

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Oak Lawn - Children's Area at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

On the third Saturday of each month, we get together to do a special Music and Movement class for toddlers and preschoolers! This class includes singing dancing use of rh...

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Children's Area
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

On the third Saturday of each month, we get together to do a special Music and Movement class for toddlers and preschoolers! This class includes

Miguel Must Fight! Book Reading

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium at Skillman Southwestern Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Local author, Jamie Ofelia will be reading her book "Miguel Must Fight!" We will host for storytime followed by a dragon craft.  Jamie Ofelia is the debut author of th...

Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy
Event Details:

Local author, Jamie Ofelia will be reading her book "Miguel Must Fight!" We will host for storytime followed by a dragon craft

storytime

Toddler Storytime

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Fretz Park - Children's Area at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Infant & Toddler
Event Details:

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn! Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Children's Area
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy
Event Details:

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn! Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old

Stuffed Animal Hospital

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Audelia Road - Children's Area at Audelia Road Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Do you have a well-loved stuffed animal that needs a bit of repair? If so, bring your furry or not-so-furry friend to our walk-in clinic staffed with our volunteer ESTs (Emergency ...

Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Children's Area
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Do you have a well-loved stuffed animal that needs a bit of repair?

chalk

Sidewalk Chalk Art

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
White Rock Hills - Outdoor Area at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Bring your imagination to life and adorn the library's outdoor sidewalk with colorful chalk art made by you! Let your creativity run wild amidst the fresh air and beautiful surroun...

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Bring your imagination to life and adorn the library's outdoor sidewalk with colorful chalk art made by you! Let your creativity run wild amidst the fresh air and beautiful surroundings of your local White Rock Hills library. 

3 Teens Peeking Around a Corner at an Unknown Figure

Nancy Drew Mystery

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Highland Hills - Classroom A & B at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Calling all teenage detectives and sleuths! Are you ready to put on your detective hats and solve a thrilling Nancy Drew mystery? Join us for an adventure like no other. Immerse...

Required
Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Calling all teenage detectives and sleuths! Are you ready to put on your detective hats and solve a thrilling Nancy Drew mystery? Join us for an adventure like no other.

Napoleon Dynamite

Movies at Dallas West: Napoleon Dynamite

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Dallas West - Auditorium at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

A rural high-school misfit who lives with an equally odd family helps his oddball friend run for class president. This movie is rated PG. Viewers are encouraged to bring thei...

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

A rural high-school misfit who lives with an equally odd family helps his oddball friend run for class president.

This movie is rated PG.

Viewers are encouraged to bring their own refreshments and a drink with a lid. 

photo of D&D books and dice

Beginner D&D

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

An introduction to the world Dungeons and Dragons. Includes character creation tips and a beginner-friendly campaign! 

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

An introduction to the world Dungeons and Dragons.

Includes character creation tips and a beginner-friendly campaign! 

Generations United

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 11:45am - 12:30pm
Timberglen - Auditorium at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Engaging participants by use of group activities to open the floor for building understanding and bonding amongst each other. Perfect for those seeking a community to be a part of....

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Engaging participants by use of group activities to open the floor for building understanding and bonding amongst each other. Perfect for those seeking a community to be a part of.

Squeegee Art

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:15pm
Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity through the mesmerizing world ...

Required
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:
Unleash your creativity through the mesmerizing wor

Painting Workshop with Eva Azul \ Taller de Pintura con Eva Azul

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Arcadia Park - In Library at Arcadia Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

You don't have to be Picasso to be an artist with us! Local artist Eva Azul will guide participants step by step in creating a fantastic painting. Supplies are limited on a first-c...

Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

You don't have to be Picasso to be an artist with us! Local artist Eva Azul will guide participants step by step in creating a fantastic painting. Supplies are limited on a first-come-first-serve basis.

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Everything Everywhere All at Once Screening

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Lochwood - Black Box Theater at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Stop in for a special screening of Everything Everywhere All At Once and leave with your own googly eye rock! When an interdimensional rupture unravels reality, an unlikely hero...

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Stop in for a special screening of Everything Everywhere All At Once and leave with your own googly eye rock!

Dallas Black Dance Theater: Encore!

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Bookmarks - NorthCourt at Bookmarks in NorthPark Center
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

DBDT: Encore! will be performing “Spiritual Suite”. The audience will go on a spiritual journey of faith, strife, endurance and jubilee. They will be transported to the past, re...

Library Branch: Bookmarks in NorthPark Center
Room: Bookmarks - NorthCourt
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy
Event Details:

DBDT: Encore! will be performing “Spiritual Suite”.

Guitar class cover graphic featuring a young student reading a music sheet with someone guiding them

Guitar Class

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class. Classes are 45 minutes packed with fun ga...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class.