Day Calendar

Ring in the Lunar New Year with a celebration at Bookmarks and NorthPark Center. 

9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.- Lunar New Year storytime with Park Cities Chinese Class 

More events coming soon!

Community Tax Centers, A program of Foundation Communities

IRS Certified Preparers will be here to help with:

Community Tax Centers, A program of Foundation Communities

IRS Certified Preparers will be here to help with:

Help is first come, first served. 

469.490.2144

Free adult high school equivalency and career readiness preparation class with the Wilkinson Center.

Register here: http://cutt.ly/newclient

FREE Tax Help

Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance, help with resumes, and job applications.

Come practice Spanish and help English learners at the language exchange.

Grab your dice and bag of tricks and stop by Forest Green's first Dungeons and Dragons event!

Want to learn about genealogy resources in Dallas and how the library can help you with your research? A presenter from the Central Library's genealogy department will connect you with new ways to delve into your family's history.

Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

Sign up to receive FREE math tutoring for grades K-12 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library.

1 on 1 dedicated computer help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you with your computer skills, accessing social services, connectivity, job applications, creating a resume and more.

Sign up to receive FREE math tutoring for grades K-12 at the North Oak Cliff Branch Library.

Must register online to participate. Email contact for more information.

This program is hosted by IntelliChoice

Learn the basics of computer formatting from typing, accessing the web, and learning general computer software and more. 

English as a Second Language

Classes are every Saturday.

Curso de Ingles como Segundo Idioma

Are you having trouble in Math?   Get FREE tutoring Saturdays 10am - 12pm from Intellichoice Math Tutors.  Available for all students up to grade 12.  

Sign up to receive free math tutoring! Intellichoice offers math tutoring beginning Sept 10th. 

Saturdays, 10:00am - 12:00 pm

• Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

Sign up to receive free math tutoring! Intellichoice offers math tutoring every Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. beginning September 16 led by Prof. Gil Lee from the University of Texas.

Join us every 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month from 10:30am to 2:30pm for a come & go makers series presented by the Dallas Young Makers Club!

Learn how to:

Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

Free English classes.

Start anytime.

All are welcome!

Clases de inglés gratuitas.

¡Empieza en cualquier momento!

¡Todos son bienvenidos!

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

Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

• Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

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

Free English classes. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés -  ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Join us the second Saturday of every month on the 5th floor of the Central Library from 11 a. m. to Noon for a new and exciting topic presented by a local Master Naturalist!

Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

A group of unemployed parapsychologists go into business as professional ghost neutralizers.

Reserve online / Reservar cita en línea: https://taxaide.aarpfoundation.org

In celebration of the Lunar New Year we have invited Taiko drum ensemble, Goisagi Daiko to provide a traditional Japanese drum performance. 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library 

Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having.
Thursdays & Saturdays, by appointment only.

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

Gather at the Skyline library for a monthly family movie! 

A free series of 4 quilting classes where participants will gain an understanding of self-determination and express this new understanding by creating original works of art.

Explore the artistry of upcycling in our Intermediate Sewing Class as you craft a delightful candy bag zip pouch. This hands-on workshop is designed for those with basic sewing skills seeking to elevate their expertise.

Are you new to drawing and sketching? Want to learn the fundamentals every artist needs to start their journey?

 Free Citizenship preparation classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

Are you a gamer? If so, stop by Lancaster Kiest Branch Library and play popular games on the ipad such as: Super Mario Run, Mario Kart, Roblox and much more!

Celebrate Black History Month with an inspiring and creative tribute to Dr. Mae Jemison, the first African American woman in space. Let's embark on a cosmic adventure by crafting space-inspired necklaces using air-dry clay.

Looking to experience/play wonderful music? The Dallas Folk Music Society are having an open session for acoustic instruments at the library! Bring your instrument and/or ears to enjoy this talented group of musicians.

Watch a fun movie every Saturday afternoon* here at the library!

*Note: times, room, and films are subject to change.

Calling all chess prodigies and aspiring grandmasters! Unlock the timeless allure of chess and embark on a captivating journey of strategic mastery and intellectual camaraderie every 2nd and 4th Saturday at 1:00 PM.

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

Deep Ellum, known for being a premier entertainment destination in Dallas, celebrated its 150-year anniversary as a neighborhood this past year.

Step through the wardrobe and into a world of enchantment at our "Narnia Winter Wonderland Party," celebrating the timeless classic, The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis! 🦁🚪✨

The first 10 people to register will receive a free copy of the book, Big Black Stand at Attica!

Celebrate the arrival of the 2024 Lunar New Year with a burst of creativity and cultural significance. Join us for an enchanting and artistic journey as we craft mesmerizing string art dragons – a symbol of power, good fortune, and prosperity.

Thomas Acebo will again lead our Dungeons & Dragons every second Saturday and fourth Saturday of the month. 

• Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

In this family friendly Black History Month Program, explore the traditional culture and history of African textiles as a medium for storytelling.

Visit the downtown central library the day before the big game for an in person trivia Saturday, February 10th from 1:30pm - 3:00pm.

As part of our Saturday Family Event Series, we will have an adult craft room and a child craft room. Both will work on the same project, but the atmosphere in adult room will be a little calmer.

As part of our Saturday Family Event Series, we will have an adult craft room and a child craft room. Both will work on the same project, but the atmosphere in adult room will be a little calmer.

Celebrate Black History by learning various dance moves from Hip Hop, Swing, Soul, and Funk! 

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

Are you nearing retirement? Have you worked your whole life and now you're ready to take some time for yourself? What lies ahead for someone after retirement?

Pase por Bachman Lake Branch Library los Sabados por la tarde si le gusta tejer o hacer ganchillo.

Crafternoons every Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Forest Green Branch Library!    

Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer and want help creating an email? Then schedule for a 1 Hour One-on-One Career Launch Pad training session with one of our staff members.

Unearth the DPL Seed Library!

Join us for an electrifying celebration of rhythm, culture, and the power of music! This Black History Month, experience a mesmerizing showcase by the renowned Jazz Becuzz.

Bring out your inner Bob Ross through guided painting sessions, where it is not just about learning how to paint but the journey into self-expression and the friends you make along the way. 

Celebrate the Korean New Year.

Play games, eat snacks, and enjoy popular Korean music!

 

Love is in the air. Even love for friends! Teens are invited to come make friendship bracelets to take home! All materials will be provided!

We are celebrating Lunar New Year by painting our own hanging couplets!

Find your next adventure for Valentine's Day! We'll have books available to "speed date" - read for ten minutes and switch - and a social half hour to meet fellow book lovers in your community.

Create a portrait while learning about anatomy, DaVinci techniques, lighting and skin.

Painting with Alex Cely is supported in part by the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture.

Do you want to learn or increase your skills? 

Come and join us every Saturday @ 2pm to knit, crochet, cross-stitch, and macrame.

Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance.

By Appointment only.

Please call 214-670-7128 and book your appointment.

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

1 on 1 dedicated computer help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you with your computer skills, accessing social services, connectivity, job applications, creating a resume and more.