Day Calendar

2018 Career Youth Career Workshops

Free English classes covering practical needs like banking, housing, and shopping.

Children will practice the six pre-reading skills needed to enable them to be ready to read. They will listen to stories, sing songs, and do hands on activities to enable them to have a fun learning experience!

Schedule an appointment for a personal techology tutoring session for any basic questions about using the computer or mobile devices, including downloading e-books from the library. 

First day and registration on February 10. Free English classes from February 10 through April 28, except for March 31. Class times depends on student's English level.

First day and registration on February 10. Free English classes from February 10 through April 28, except for February 19. Class times depends on student's English level.

Free English classes covering practical needs like banking, housing, and shopping. 

Make an appointment with library staff to learn the computer skills you've been missing. You can sign up at the information desk or call us at 214-670-7646.

Get ready for kindergarten with books, rhymes and movement.

Schedule an appointment today with library staff for help filling out job applications, resume and cover letter writing, and locating job opportunities online. 

The Center for Children and Families at the University of Texas at Dallas invites parents with children ages 0-3 to participate in the Juega Conmigo (Play with Me) program.

Free English classes covering practical needs like banking, housing, and shopping. 

Sit, scrabble, sing-a-long and waggle. Toddlers will experience tales that awake and excite. Preschoolers will naturally be stimulated by sounds and by sight.

Get ready for kindergarten with books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: 3-6 years old

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under. ¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español para niños que quieren leer! Para edades de 6 años y menor.

Join us for a fun morning of stories, finger plays, and action rhymes that will provide you and your children with the skills they need for early literacy. 

 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

For children and parents, listen to stories, sing songs and practice literacy skills together.

Suggested ages: 6 years old and under.

Join us to practice skills your toddler needs to be ready to read! Hear stories, sing songs, jump around, and learn! Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old.

Reserve an appointment with one of our librarians for one on one computer assistance. Get help with:

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under.

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español para niños que quieren leer! Para edades de 6 años y menor.

Join us for another Career Series...

ReferenceUSA

Learn how to find the hidden job market.

**Open to the Community**

Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on technology problems you are having. Every Tuesday or Thursday, by appointment only.

Join members of the Skillman Southwestern Library staff for a fun chair workout. All ages and skill levels welcome

Improve your listening and speaking skills, build confidence, and practice your English in a comfortable group environment.

Free English classes covering practical needs like banking, housing, and shopping. 

Find lots of book bargains in the Spring Book Sale at Lochwood Branch Library. Find a large selection of gently used paperback and hardback books, LP records, DVDs, audio books and more. Most books are priced from $.50 to $2.

Free classes. Start anytime. All are welcome!

Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Free English classes covering practical needs like banking, housing, and shopping. 

Visit AVANCE's Toy Exhibition featuring wildly creative educational toys and books made by AVANCE parents.  These creations promote parental involvement in their children's education.

Tummy time and getting your baby moving can be such a challenge.  Come join the J Baby team to learn - and put into action - useful tips about engaging your baby in gross motor activities.  Learn about the ways that fun gross motor

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. Join us in the 1st floor Penthouse at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library. You can register in class, and no ID is required. 

Free English classes covering practical needs like banking, housing, and shopping.

Workforce Solutions of Greater Dallas provides one-on-one job seeking assistance at the Timberglen Branch Library every week. Services include resume writing, job coaching, job matching, and interview training.

Join the H.E.L.P. desk staff for a screening of a popular classic movie.

Come learn how to use the computer, internet, and the many social media apps.  Upcominig classes include Microsoft Office, Social Media Basics, and Email.  This event is sponsored by Equal Heart.  

Let’s practice speaking English. 
Free Conversation Class.  All levels welcome. 
Grupo de conversación casual.  Todos son bienvenidos.

Needing help with computer and technology issues? Join us each week for a hands-on technology class for adults.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

The Highland Hills Branch Library and community partners present afterschool activities for youth and teens.  The activities embrace the arts and literature through dance, games of strategy and creative expressions.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Come do a fun afterschool activity.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Refuel afterschool with a free nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture's Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Join us for an exciting storytime that emphasizes science, technology, engineering and mathematical (STEM) concepts for children two to five years old. Sponsored by Atmos Energy.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Reserve an appointment with one of our librarians for one on one computer assistance. Get help with:

Enjoy an afterschool snack: sandwich, fruit, veggies, and milk. No pork or beef.

Free to children 18-years-old and younger - while supplies last.

Join us for a fun afternoon crafting session.

Need help with homework, projects, or just looking for a new way to learn?   Join us for free homework help through library resources and discover a new a way to learn through games!  Recommended for Kindergarten through 8th gr

Come join us at the library for a round of chess every Thursday at 4 pm. Meet other chess players and have some fun.

Adults 18+ only

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Kids and their families explore their creativity as our crafty librarians help you create an exciting hands-on craft project.

This week, learn about the sunflower lifecycle and make sunflower pots to take home.

Kids are invited to join us after school for fun activities, which can include crafts, games, or creative play.

Looking for something free and fun to do after school?  Join us as we create works of art, play games, and much more!

How are rhythms different or similar? How does rhythm affect mood? How is mood expressed in various art forms, such as song, story, and dance?

Route360 works with individuals to define what they need from their technical education, and matches this vision to what employers are looking for, so they can obtain a job that improves their economic opportunity. 

Join us for a different hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math activity every first, third and fifth Thursday of the month.