Day Calendar

Cast your ballot for the upcoming election. For more information on ID requirements and ballots details, please visit https://www.dallascountyvotes.org/

Cast your early ballot for the upcoming election.

Be ready for this election year and let your voice be heard. Representatives from Jolt are here to assist you in registering to vote. For more information about Jolt, visit jolttx.org

• Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 
• Clases de inglés gratis. Todos son bienvenidos. Sin tarjeta de biblioteca o identificación. requerido.

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 – basic level. Start anytime. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos! 

Es un programa de 12 semanas para niños de 0 a 3 años y sus padres.

Trained VITA VOLUNTEER tax filers will be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits. Remember to bring all of your important tax documents including any W-2s.

Trained VITA VOLUNTEER tax filers will be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits. Remember to bring all of your important tax documents including any W-2s.

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

1 on 1 dedicated help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you fill out applications, update your resume and find out about local resources that can help you take the next step in your career.

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

MetroCare will be here to talk to patrons about their services.

Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer or want help setting up an email account? Unsure how to apply for a job online? Schedule a One-on-One Career Launchpad session with one of our staff members.

A fun and interactive experience designed for both babies and parents. Engage in activities that promote bonding, learn valuable skills, and connect with other parents in a supportive environment.

• Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 
• Clases de inglés gratis. Todos son bienvenidos. Sin tarjeta de biblioteca o identificación. requerido.

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.

Dance and sing with the music by talented musical duo Narwhals and Waterfalls. There will be music, a book reading, and a plethora of musical instruments to get your groove with.

Sponsored by Atmos Energy.

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

Get computer and tech help at the library! During a one-on-one appointment, a staff member can assist you with: 

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.

Visit the Prairie Creek Branch Library every Wednesday from 10:30am to 11:30am for bilingual Storytime

We will explore how to say the names of things in English and Spanish, then share some playtime.  

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

Enjoy an inviting space where you and your child can learn, play, and socialize with others in the community every Wednesday. Listen to stories, move to the music, and have fun!

Chat with real nurses about your questions, on-topic or off!

Technology is a quickly changing landscape. Schedule a one-hour appointment for one-on-one assistance with basic technology problems and instruction.  

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.

Visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch for our gardening class. We are partnering up with the non profit organization Oak Cliff Veggie Project.  An organization that teaches gardening and provides fresh produce to the community.

Free English classes – intermediate level. Start anytime. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos! 

1 in 5 adults live with a mental illness.

Yup. You read that right.

Visit the Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch Library every Wednesday for a different screening of a movie!

One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.

• Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
• Clases de inglés gratis. Todos son bienvenidos. Sin tarjeta de biblioteca o identificación. requerido.

Register for online classes at the Adult Learning website: https://dallaslibrary2.org/adultlearning/

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!

April is Arab American Heritage Month!

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.

1 on 1 dedicated technology help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library! 

Book lovers unite for a lively literary adventure! Whether you're into thrillers, romance, or non-fiction, this is the perfect place to share thoughts and stories from whatever book has captured your attention.

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

By Appointment only.

Please call 214-671-1365 and book your appointment.

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.

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.

Get ready for kindergarten with books, movement, rhymes and music!

Suggested ages:  3 - 6 years old

State agency that focuses on assisting Texans with finding employment, work training, child-care, adult education, literary services, and administering unemployment benefits/tax programs. 

Bring the family for a kid-friendly movie screening. Repeats weekly. 

Learn about Samuel F.B. Morse and uncover his alphabet to produce a personalized bead bracelet.

All supplies provided; no experience required.

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 1-18. 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 Snacks -- 9/3/2024 through 05/23/2024, M-F

Visit us at Vickery Park for Steam Programming, a program designed for school-age children to explore and learn about science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

We can't wait to see you at Vickery Park!

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

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!

Unplug and challenge your mind with an afternoon of board games! 

Learn how to play American mah jongg in this five-week course!

🀄Meet new friends and discover the addiction of the game of Mah Jongg.🀄

These sessions will be open-play with no instructors and you must bring your own set.

Stop by the Vickery Park Branch Library every Wednesday @ 4 pm to learn the rules and strategies of chess!

This program is suitable for kids ages 7 and up and welcome to all!

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.

Tired of your car looking like a trash tornado hit it? Same. Let’s fix that. In April’s Sew Much Fun with Jill, we’re kicking off Part 1 of this two-part series where we’ll make a super cute reusable disposal bag for your car.

Ven a compartir su voz y canta sus canciones favoritas. Escoge entre sus artistas favoritas incluyendo Tigres de Norte, Vicente Fernández, Selena y más.

This month we will be enjoying a classic as we continue to think about Earth Day and how to protect our environment. 

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup. While this program is recommended for Spanish language learners at the intermediate level and up, all Spanish language learners are welcome.

Adult Acoustic Guitar Jam. Come out and bring your acoustic guitar or acoustic instrument. We will be learning songs and arrangements, and having a great time. 

Come check out our Teen Knitting Night from 6:30 -7:30 p.m.!

Learn the basics to start knitting or work on personal knitting projects while meeting others with a passion for creating!

📖Discover and discuss with our monthly book club📖