Day Calendar

DCHHS will be at Dallas West library to provide information about their services plus get feedback.  Dallas County childhood immunization rates are falling behind other areas in North Texas.

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

*All Storytime's in a week are the same*

Since 1968, AARP Foundation Tax-Aide has provided free tax help to over 78 million taxpayers, with a focus on older adults with low to moderate income.

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.

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

Calling all knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, sewing and fiber arts enthusiasts!   Bring your projects and materials for a morning "in stitches" with other fiber craft artists.  All skill levels are welcome! 

Do you want to learn more about the computer?

Library staff is available to provide one-on-one instruction on the following topics:

 - Learn to type and use a mouse

 - Getting Started on a Computer

CitySquare Health Navigators will be at the Vickery Park Branch on Tuesdays and Thursdays to offer free same-day application assistance or at a later date with a scheduled appointment.

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.

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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

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

*All Storytime's in a week are the same*

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.

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

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.

(Em)powerment Popups are a new initiative created through a partnership between the CARDboard Project and Dallas Innovation Alliance.

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.  

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

Trained Health Care Navigators will be available to assist you in selecting and enrolling in a health insurance program through the Health Insurance Marketplace.

IRS Certified Preparers are here to help you with current and prior year’s federal tax returns; Amendments to previously filed tax returns; IRS letter queries; ITIN applications and renewals; Tax returns for Foreign Students & Non-Residents.&n

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

Are you ready to embark on a creative journey and transform an already finished painting into a masterpiece that's uniquely your own?

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

Child Care Group will be providing a bilingual (English/Spanish) reading program where they will read aloud and sing to children between the ages 0-6. Free books will be provided! 

We'll progress through the alphabet, exploring a different animal each week, from "A" for "Ant" to "Z" for "Zebra." Your child will learn about fascinating creatures while building their animal knowledge.

Speak with Eric Martinez, a representative from Workforce Solutions about workforce development questions, job search assistance, and more. 

Computer Basics will be on the 6th floor of the Central Library every Tuesday starting January 23rd from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 

Kiddos out of school for spring break? Take your spring break vacation at the library!

Join us for an unforgettable family event, "Animal Team Challenge," presented by All About Animals, where the natural world comes to life right before your eyes! 

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!

Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.

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

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

Spring Break is here and school is out. Need something fun to do or to connect with friends?

Movies! Games! Crafts! LEGOs! free all this week at the library.

Today we will be creating some fun and colorful 3D Butterflies!

Prepare for a wild and educational adventure as we partner with the Dallas Zoo to bring one of their amazing Animal Ambassadors to the library!

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

Come see what the game is about! No experience necessary. Bring your imagination and we'll take care of the rest! 

Welcome to the Superhero Spring Camp, where young heroes-to-be gather to discover and develop their extraordinary abilities!

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

Book an appointment with a staff member to help you with your job search. Fill out applications, update your resume, and find out about local resources that can help you take the next step in your career. 

Get messy with us this Spring Break and visit us to make clear slime!

Don't worry, grownups, we'll also provide containers with lids to keep the slime from going where it doesn't belong. 

Join us for this fun and casual class to practice speaking English in a group setting.

Registration is not required. Social distancing and masks are strongly encouraged.

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.

Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library!

(Crochet...if you must...)

Embark on a magical journey this Spring Break with our enchanting 'Magic Tree House Adventures' series at the library! 📚🌳

Join us for some out of this world fun during spring break!

Monday through Friday we'll be exploring outer space through different activities and fun lessons!

Explore the ancient art of paper marbling, a technique that combines color and design to create swirling, one-of-a-kind patterns on paper.

Dive into a pixel-perfect adventure this spring break with everyone's favorite plumber duo! Join Mario and Luigi on a wild journey through the Mushroom Kingdom in the Super Mario Bros. movie.

Experience the Latin world, by learning one of the most popular Latin dances the Flamenco.  If you are not an expert no need to worry, everyone will start off with the basics.  Just come on in as we all learn this popular latin dance sty

Experiece the joy of crocheting techniques, styles, and practices while learning the basics of how to crochet.

All supplies will be provided.

Today we will learn a bit about birds in flight around Dallas while making our very own bird feeders!

All supplies will be included and you can take home your creations!

They say laughter is the best medicine! It releases endorphins and strengthens our resiliency to stress. It increases oxygen intake, making us feel more focused and energized.

Celebrate National Crafting Month by learning a new craft! Come learn the basics of hand sewing while creating your own hand puppet. All supplies will be provided.

For kids aged 8 & Up

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.

Show off your drifting and driving skills at our Spring Break Switch Tournament. Teens will earn points for attendance and matches won. The top three players with the most points will win prizes!

Dive into a pitch-perfect adventure this spring break with everyone's favorite summer movie of 2023!

Travel to your very own Adventure Land! Bring friends, or make your own friends. Build a house or a castle. Anything could become reality in your own adventure land!

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.

Get help with your tech items, such as your phone, tablet, or computer, with a 1x1 session with staff.
We're here to help! 

You must register with the staff for a spot. 

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

Every Tuesday afterschool there will be a new craft available to make and take with you.

Todos los martes hay una nueva artesanía disponible para hacer y llevar contigo.

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 during Spring Break with a free nutritious super snack for ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

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

Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición

4 p - 4:45 p Guitar 

Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library!

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

A space to share your poetry and support poets and writers in the community!

5:00 p - 5:45 p -Violin & Theory

Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library!

Sign up at the front desk or email vickerypark@dallas.gov

After School Activity from 5:00pm-5:45pm.

Dive into a world of color and creativity at Watercolor Whimsy! Unleash your inner artist as you explore the mesmerizing magic of watercolors.

Participants will exercise skills such as listening, reasoning, communication, and physicality in order to heighten their imagination, ability to react and to relate to one and other.

Did you know you can check out vinyl with a library card? Come to vinyl night and see the wide variety of vinyl the library has to offer for free! Test the vinyl right here in the library and see if it sounds good enough to take home.

Looking for a fun and creative way to express your plans for the spring? Create a Spring Vision Board with the Dallas Public Library to inspire and motivate yourself in the new season!

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class, and no ID is required.

Está invitado a asistir a clases gratuitas de preparación para el GED en español en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. El registro está disponible en clase y no se requiere identificación. 

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup. This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels. 

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided.  For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.

¡Hola!

Learn Spanish by focusing on a variety of topics such as grammar, culture, customs and current events in the Spanish speaking world!