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Branches

J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Arcadia Park Branch

Audelia Road Branch

Dallas West Branch

Forest Green Branch

Fretz Park Branch

Grauwyler Park Branch

Kleberg-Rylie Branch

Lakewood Branch

Lochwood Branch

North Oak Cliff Branch

Oak Lawn Branch

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch

Pleasant Grove Branch

Prairie Creek Branch

Skillman Southwestern Branch

Timberglen Branch

White Rock Hills Branch

Vickery Park Branch

Rooms

Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)

Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)

Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor)

Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)

Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)

Central Library - Classroom F (6th Floor)

Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)

Arcadia Park - In Library

Audelia Road - Children's Area

Dallas West - Courtyard

Forest Green - In Library

Fretz Park - Classroom 2

Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A

Grauwyler Park - In Library

Kleberg-Rylie - In Library

Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room

Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2

North Oak Cliff - Auditorium

Oak Lawn - Auditorium

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium

Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater

Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B

Prairie Creek - Study Room 1

Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium

Timberglen - Classroom

White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Vickery Park - Classroom 1

All Day

Dots Decors and Vibes by Viji Venkataguru

All Day 3/10–4/19

Family

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Viji Venkataguru is a McKinney-based mandala artist. Mandala art is an ancient art form, proven to aid individuals as a therapeutic tool. It paves the way for a journey of self-discovery through creativity and expanded awareness.

Scavenger Hunt Week: Book Characters

All Day 3/17–3/22

Family

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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch

Room: Audelia Road - Children's Area

Age Group: Family

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 to turn it in!

10:00am

Forest Green Tabletop Brigade

10:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Grab your dice and bag of tricks and stop by the Forest Green Branch Library's bimonthly Dungeons and Dragons event!

Saturday Stitchery

10:00am–11:00am

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch

Room: Kleberg-Rylie - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Join us every other Saturday morning from 10 AM to 11 AM for Saturday Stitchery at the Library! Whether you crochet, knit, embroider, or enjoy any other craft, this is the perfect time to bring your project and work alongside fellow crafters.

Loom Knitting / Telar Circular

10:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Study Room 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Learn a new skill, share patterns and socialize while knitting.

Aprenda, practique y socialice mientras trabaja en un proyecto de punto.

10:15am

10:30am

10:45am

11:00am

3 Little Pigs Mini-Opera Performance

11:00am–12:00pm

Family

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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch

Room: Dallas West - Courtyard

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Bridging together Opera and the classic children's literature, the Dallas Opera will bring out their traveling "Opera Truck" for a special mini-operatic performance of "The Three Little Pigs"!

Sew Much Fun with Jill -DIY Cloth Patches for Women's History Month

11:00am–1:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch

Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Celebrate Women’s History Month with creativity, flair, and a little bit of stitching!

11:15am

11:30am

Stationery and Journaling: Swap & Create

11:30am–1:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Classroom F (6th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Hello all planner and journaling enthusiasts!

11:45am

12:00pm

DIY Suncatchers

12:00pm–2:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Let’s splash some springtime color to your home with these D.I.Y. Suncatchers. Crafted for all ages, these kits add vibrant hues to windows. They are perfect for the season and can be made into thoughtful gifts.

* Registration Required

Art Basics

12:00pm–1:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch

Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to draw or become a better artist? Well look no further visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch for our Art Class.

Big Heart Theater Company

12:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch

Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

FREE Spring Theater Program for people aged 18+ with special needs

Programa de Teatro de Primavera — GRATIS! para personas 18+ con necesidades especiales

12:15pm

12:30pm

Crochet Swap

12:30pm–1:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Come and join our crochet swap group! Bring your latest project with you or join us and start something completely new. Supplies are provided. All skill levels are welcome, so come on down and have some fun!

12:45pm

1:00pm

Saturday Movies

1:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!

Note: times, location, and films are subject to change.

Central Chess Club

1:00pm–3:45pm

School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

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 other Saturday at 1:00 PM.

Cancelled

Guitar Class

1:00pm–1:45pm

Family

Cancelled

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Block by Block: Women, Quilts, and Family History

1:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Throughout American history, women have used quilting to express their support for different political and social causes. They have quilted their beliefs, block by block, into their quilts.

Basket Weaving

1:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch

Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Expand your crafting repertoire with us as we learn how to weave our own baskets!

Registration is required for this event as the supplies are limited. Please register below or call us at 214-670-6421!

Crafts and Conversations: Origami Paper Boxes

1:00pm–2:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch

Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Take a break and connect with other adults during this calm, crafty afternoon activity. Learn how to make paper boxes using origami techniques as we discuss different types of old box-making methods and what people keep in them.

Knitting and Crochet Club

1:00pm–3:45pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch

Room: Grauwyler Park - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Seniors

Event Details:

Are you new to knitting or crocheting? Don't worry—all skill levels are welcome, and we're happy to help you learn.

Free D-PAC CityWide High School Playwriting Workshop - Rescheduled

1:00pm–3:00pm

Teen (ages 13-17)

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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch

Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2

Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Free Citywide Workshop Details: Saturday 3/30/24 - 1pm – 3pm at Lochwood Branch- Dallas Public Library – Black Box space

Movie Mania: Harold and the Purple Crayon

1:00pm–3:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch

Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Inside his book, adventurous Harold can make anything come to life simply by drawing it.

Painting with Alex Cely

1:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch

Room: Timberglen - Classroom

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Bring your creativity with you as Artist Alex Cely leads a class on the Perspective Technique.

1:15pm

1:30pm

1:45pm

2:00pm

Cancelled

Keyboard Class

2:00pm–2:45pm

Family

Cancelled

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Into the Archives with Rena Pederson, Author of King of Diamonds: The Search for the Elusive Texas Jewel Thief

2:00pm–3:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Author Rena Pederson will speak about her book "The King of Diamonds: The Search for the Elusive Texas Jewel Thief."

Jackbox Games!

2:00pm–3:00pm

Teen (ages 13-17)

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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch

Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Teens are invited for an afternoon of gaming. Jackbox and other games will be available along with our library Nintendo switch. Please feel free to bring any games you would like to play as well!

Nostalgia Book Club

2:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch

Room: Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Do you remember the book that first turned you into a reader. Was it "Harry Potter," "The Babysitter's Club," "Goosebumps," or something completely different.

Kid's Zumba

2:00pm–3:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Get those weekend jitters out with this Zumba class, especially for kids! Bring water and a towel because we're about to sweat!

Craft Saturdays

2:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Do you want to learn or increase your skills?

Come and join us every Saturday @ 2pm to knit, crochet, embroidery and sewing by special request.

2:15pm

2:30pm

Book Club

2:30pm–3:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:


SEPTEMBER	Orbital by Samantha Harvey
OCTOBER	The Known World by Edward P.

2:45pm

3:00pm

Cancelled

Violin Class

3:00pm–3:45pm

Family

Cancelled

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

3:15pm

3:30pm

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