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Branches

J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Arcadia Park Branch

Audelia Road Branch

Bachman Lake Branch

Dallas West Branch

Forest Green Branch

Fretz Park Branch

Grauwyler Park Branch

Hampton-Illinois Branch

Highland Hills Branch

Kleberg-Rylie Branch

Lakewood Branch

Lochwood Branch

Martin Luther King, Jr.

Mountain Creek Branch

North Oak Cliff Branch

Oak Lawn Branch

Park Forest Branch

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch

Pleasant Grove Branch

Polk-Wisdom Branch

Prairie Creek Branch

Preston Royal Branch

Renner Frankford Branch

Skillman Southwestern Branch

Skyline Branch

Timberglen Branch

White Rock Hills Branch

Vickery Park Branch

Community Events

Rooms

Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)

Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)

Central Library - Teen Spot (2nd Floor)

Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)

Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)

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

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

Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor)

Central Library - Square One Gallery (4th Floor)

Central Library - Classroom C (6th Floor)

Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)

Central Library - Kenneth B. Jonsson Gallery (7th Floor)

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

Arcadia Park - Exhibit Space

Arcadia Park - In Library

Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B

Arcadia Park - Story Children's Area

Audelia Road - Auditorium

Audelia Road - In Library

Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater

Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B

Dallas West - Auditorium

Dallas West - Classroom 1

Forest Green - Classroom 1 & 2

Forest Green - Children's Area

Forest Green - In Library

Fretz Park - Black Box Theater

Fretz Park - In Library

Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A

Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B

Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Highland Hills - Classroom A & B

Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium

Lakewood - Auditorium

Lakewood - Exhibit Space

Lakewood - In Library

Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2

Lochwood - Lower Parking Lot

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Courtyard

Mountain Creek - Auditorium

Mountain Creek - Study Room

North Oak Cliff - Auditorium

Oak Lawn - Auditorium

Oak Lawn - Exhibit Space

Park Forest - Auditorium

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area

Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater

Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B

Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium

Prairie Creek - Auditorium

Prairie Creek - Lobby

Prairie Creek - Study Room 1

Preston Royal - Auditorium

Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot

Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Renner-Frankford - Lobby

Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium

Skyline - Classroom

Timberglen - Auditorium

Timberglen - Classroom

White Rock Hills - Auditorium

White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Vickery Park - Classroom 1

Vickery Park - Classroom 2

No room assigned

All Day

Cre8ivesphere Presents: Art Unbound

All Day 5/27–6/18

Family

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:

Cre8ivesphere Presents: Art Unbound

2nd Annual Central Staff Art Exhibition

All Day 6/12–6/17

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Exhibit

Event Details:

Come celebrate the many talented artists who work at Central Library!

This exhibit features a variety of works by 19 artists, ranging in mediums from sculpture to fiber to jewelry and more.

Travel Mementos by Kim Ballesteros

All Day 5/27–6/18

Family

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Square One Gallery (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

"Traveling is my greatest love - after making art - and the assemblages in this exhibition showcase some of my favorite destinations and adventures.

Exhibit - Friends of the Dallas Public Library 1950-2025: Celebrating 75 Years

All Day 2/21–10/31

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Exhibit

Event Details:

An exhibit celebrating the support the Friends of the Dallas Public Library have provided the library for the past 75 years!

Exhibit - The Beauty of South Dallas

All Day 6/1–12/1

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Kenneth B. Jonsson Gallery (7th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Exhibit

Event Details:

The Beauty of South Dallas captures the rapid change of a historical neighborhood due to socio-economic shifts and documents South Dallas for future residents, visionaries, and developers.

Scavenger Hunt Week: Summer

All Day 6/2–6/14

Family

Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch

Room: Audelia Road - In Library

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 for a special prize!

Lakewood Library Friends 60th Annual Art Show

All Day 5/27–6/18

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Exhibit Space

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Exhibit

Event Details:

Welcome to the 60th annual Lakewood Library Friends art show! This tradition has been a staple of the Lakewood community since the library was located in the old Diener Mills building across from the Lakewood Theater.

Wisdom Tower: Proverbs & Sayings by Influential Jewish Thinkers

All Day 6/2–6/17

Family

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch

Room: Oak Lawn - Exhibit Space

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

2025 Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to residents of the City of Dallas throughout the remainder of 2025 calend

SMART Summer Coloring Week 2

All Day

Family

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Lobby

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Express your creativity and make your mark on our SMART Summer community coloring page. Don't forget to sign the artist log so we know who helped create this community masterpiece.

Celebrating Juneteenth (Freedom Day)

All Day 6/10–6/18

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

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Community Events

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

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

9:00am

GED Classes with the Wilkinson Center

9:00am–1:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch

Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: GED

Event Details:

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

9:15am

9:30am

Reservation

Beginners Guide to Elephant Ears

9:30am–10:30am

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch

Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium

Purpose of Meeting

This program will feature 19 different kinds of Elephant Ears, how to take care of them and where to grow them. It will cover indoor plants and outdoor plantings.

Music and Movement

9:30am–10:30am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch

Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

🎶Move to the beat and learn about music while learning about rhythm in this fun class!🎶

This class includes

English Language Learning - Conversation Class

9:30am–10:30am

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

9:45am

10:00am

Keyboard Class

10:00am–10:45am

Family

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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!

Career Launchpad

10:00am–11:00am

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development

Event Details:

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.

Dungeons & Dragons

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 biweekly Dungeons and Dragons event!

Sidewalk Chalk and Bubbles

10:00am–11:00am

Family

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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch

Room: Lochwood - Lower Parking Lot

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Event Details:

We're celebrating summer weather as we hang out in our Parking Lot for Sidewalk Chalk and Bubbles!

Sponsored by the Lochwood Branch Library Friends.

Career Launch Pad

10:00am–11:00am

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

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.

Career LaunchPad

10:00am–4:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch

Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

Event Details:

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

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.

Family Day: Little Artists Academy

10:00am–1:00pm

Family

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Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch

Room: Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Event Details:

Today we are wrapping up Art Week by breaking out the smocks and paint and becoming full-fledged artists!

English Language Learning

10:00am–11:30am

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch

Room: Timberglen - Classroom

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

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.

10:15am

10:30am

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

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

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

Free English classes.

Start anytime.

All are welcome!

Clases de inglés gratuitas.

¡Empieza en cualquier momento!

¡Todos son bienvenidos!

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch

Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

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

Bilingual Storytime / Hora de cuentos

10:30am–11:30am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch

Room: Dallas West - Auditorium

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

Event Details:

Stories, songs and rhymes in English AND Spanish to prepare your child to learn to read!

Suggested ages: 5 years and younger

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español y ingles para niños que quieren leer!

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch

Room: Dallas West - Classroom 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

Free English classes.

Start anytime.

All are welcome!

Clases de inglés gratuitas.

¡Empieza en cualquier momento!

¡Todos son bienvenidos!

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch

Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

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

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:45am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch

Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

Event Details:

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.

Yarn Arts

10:30am–1:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch

Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Ready to get hooked on creativity? Bring your current project or learn the basics of knitting and crocheting in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch

Room: Park Forest - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

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.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:30am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch

Room: Timberglen - Auditorium

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

Event Details:

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

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

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

10:45am

11:00am

Stitch Club - Knitting and Crochet

11:00am–12:30pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Come and join the Stich Club and work on your crochet and knit projects! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, our group offers hands-on guidance, project ideas, and a chance to connect with fellow knitters and crocheters!

English Language Learning

11:00am–12:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

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

Library Quest

11:00am–12:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - Story Children's Area

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches

Event Details:

Join our monthly scavenger hunt at the library! New clues and hidden treasures every month come explore, solve, and win fun prizes. Don’t miss out on the adventure!

Cancelled

Drumba for Seniors

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

Cancelled

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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch

Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Seniors

Registration Required

Event Details:

Drumba is a fun, unique group fitness workout utilizing weighted drumsticks, dance moves, and high energy music.

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color

11:00am–12:00pm

Family

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch

Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Get ready for a high-energy science adventure with Science Heroes—a performance packed with wild experiments, goofy gadgets, and exciting storytelling!

Job Skills Class

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

Event Details

This Beginner Job Skills Class is a foundational course designed to help participants develop the essential skills needed to thrive the workforce.

11:15am

11:30am

11:45am

12:00pm

SER YouthBuild

12:00pm–1:30pm

Teen (ages 13-17)

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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - Exhibit Space

Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

Come by the library and connect with a representative from SER YouthBuild, a FREE program in the Oak Cliff, TX area dedicated to transforming the lives of young people ages 16 to 24.

Furever Friends Adoption Event

12:00pm–2:00pm

Family

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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Find your furever friend at the Lakewood Branch! This will be a chance to see adoptable animals from Dallas Animal Services and peruse local pet vendors and vets. Same day adoptions available!

Please no outside animals!

English Conversation Class

12:00pm–1:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Registration Required

Event Details:

Practice your English and have a conversation with library staff!

12:15pm

12:30pm

Family Crafternoon: CD Painting

12:30pm–1:30pm

Family

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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - In Library

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

This CD Painting Family Crafternoon Class teaches creativity, teamwork, and resourcefulness by transforming old CDs into art.

Family Crafturday: Drip Paintings

12:30pm–1:30pm

Family

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Library Branch: Skyline Branch

Room: Skyline - Classroom

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Have you ever wanted the freedom to make a mess that turns into art? Now's your chance! In this fun family Crafturday, you'll be guided in making your own fluid drip paintings that turn into the most fun mess you've ever made.

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.

Juneteenth Movement Saturday!

1:00pm–2:00pm

Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)

Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Event Details:

Let's move! Explore a wide variety of movements, from Zumba to Yoga while listening to music celebrating Juneteenth specifically. Prepare to move, dance, and have fun!

Cancelled

Dallas Young Makers

1:00pm–3:00pm

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

Cancelled

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Teen Spot (2nd Floor)

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

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading, Technology

Event Details:

Create and discover new STEAM technology in our makers series presented by the Dallas Young Makers Club in partnership with the Perot Museum on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m.!

Central Chess Club

1:00pm–3:45pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

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

Age Group: 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.

Guitar Class

1:00pm–1:45pm

Family

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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!

Juneteenth Jubilee

1:00pm–3:00pm

Family

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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch

Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Celebrate freedom and unity at our Juneteenth event!

Stop by for an afternoon filled with collaborative presentations and workshops with local artists!

Dallas Lace Society

1:00pm–4:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - Classroom 1 & 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Curious about the intricacies of lacemaking? Stop by the Forest Green branch library for the Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Society weekly meeting. Newcomers are absolutely welcome!

Herbie Johnson Jazz Quartet

1:00pm–2:00pm

Family

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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch

Room: Fretz Park - Black Box Theater

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

The Herbie Johnson Jazz Quartet provides performances based on music development from the Modern Jazz Era. Musical selections are gleaned from the Great American Song Book as well as popular music and The Blues.

Knitting and Crochet Club

1:00pm–3:45pm

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, 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.

Vida en Español: Intercambio de Plantas y Semillas

1:00pm–2:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch

Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Español

Event Details:

In this monthly library series, learn life skills ranging from caring for tropical house plants to creating a budget. This month, meet with other gardeners to swap plants and seeds. Share your gardening lessons, failures, and successes.

Creepy Critters

1:00pm–2:00pm

Family

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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch

Room: Highland Hills - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Creepy Critters is here to show you all the creepy crawly critters in this fun and educational program!

Cancelled

Citizenship Class

1:00pm–2:30pm

Adult (18+)

Cancelled

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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch

Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

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

El Central Toastmasters

1:00pm–2:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

When you visit a Toastmasters club as a guest, there’s no pressure to participate until you are ready and comfortable. Every club is unique; visit as many clubs as you would like to find the right fit for you!

Fairy Gardens

1:00pm–3:45pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch

Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us as we create magical miniature gardens!

All plants and supplies provided.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lochwood Library and the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Digital Skills Training by The Cardboard Project

1:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Courtyard

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

Event Details:

The Free Digital Skills Training Program is an 8-week program focused on hands-on computer training, basic digital skills, resume building, and job coaching. The program also teaches practicing online safety and protecting personal information.

Art is for Everyone

1:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch

Room: Park Forest - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Explore different concepts each month with fellow novice artists as we learn, relax, create and have fun!

Reservation

Mayor's Back to School Fair registration

1:00pm–3:00pm

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Lobby

Purpose of Meeting

The fair provides free school supplies and services to children in need. The fair is on Friday, August 1st and registration is officially open!

Dungeons & Dragons

1:00pm–3:30pm

Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Study Room 1

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

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Event Details:

Slay monsters, gather treasure and go on adventures with friends old and new! Dungeons & Dragons sessions, led by Thomas Acebo, meet every second and fourth Saturday of the month.

Dungeons & Dragons

1:00pm–4:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch

Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

🎲Your adventuring party awaits!🐉

Once a moon in Preston Hollows where knowledge is kept brave adventurers will embark on a quest filled with peril, treasure, and villains.

English Language Learning

1:00pm–2:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

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.

Black Hair Culture

1:00pm–2:00pm

Family

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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

The City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture is proud to present Linda Jones and her presentation about Black hair culture.

Paint Pouring

1:00pm–2:30pm

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, Seniors

Event Details:

Discover the mesmerizing world of paint pouring! In this workshop, participants will explore the fluid art technique of acrylic pouring, learning how to create stunning abstract designs by layering and swirling paint onto a canvas.

1:15pm

1:30pm

SMART: Dungeons & Dragons club!

1:30pm–3:00pm

Teen (ages 13-17)

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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch

Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater

Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Event Details:

Welcome to the world of Dungeons and Dragons!

If you are a sorcerer or a troll, all players are welcome.

Dice and game board provided on a first come first serve basis.

Cosplay encouraged!

1:45pm

2:00pm

Keyboard Class

2:00pm–2:45pm

Family

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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!

Cancelled

The Beauty of South Dallas: Crafting A Community Conversation with Nitashia Johnson

2:00pm–3:30pm

Adult (18+)

Cancelled

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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:

As part of the Central Library's Juneteenth celebration, multimedia artist & educator Nitashia Johnson will discuss her efforts to "contribute, in a signiﬁcant manner, to the cultural and artistic impact of the South Dallas community."

Family Sticker Art Masterpiece

2:00pm–3:00pm

Family

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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch

Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Bring the family to the library to create beautiful Paint-by-Sticker art pieces. Just like paint by numbers, you can create your masterpiece using stickers! Images for children and adults will be available so the whole family can participate!

Crafternoon: Bottle Cap Magnets

2:00pm–3:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - Children's Area

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Event Details:

Craft a custom fridge magnet using recycled bottle caps. Bring a picture or draw your own and make your magnet extra special by decorating with sequins, paint and other supplies.

Career Launch Pad

2:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch

Room: Fretz Park - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development

Registration Required

Event Details:

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.

Science Heroes: Adventure of the Missing Color

2:00pm–3:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch

Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Event Details:

Science and stories collide in this interactive adventure! Explore the exciting world of science and color through hands-on experiments as we journey through a spell-binding story!

Father's Day Rocks

2:00pm–3:00pm

Family

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch

Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Registration Required

Event Details:

This Father’s Day, let’s rock the celebration with a creative twist! Families will decorate unique and heartfelt rocks, turning them into the perfect keepsakes for dads and father figures.

Juneteenth Celebration

2:00pm–3:00pm

Family

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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Immerse yourself in art, culture, and celebration of African American heritage. This event highlights the rich tapestry of our shared history and our ongoing commitment to empowerment.

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 - Classroom A & B

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!

2:15pm

2:30pm

Puzzle Challenge

2:30pm–3:30pm

Family

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Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch

Room: Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Event Details:

Work together to solve puzzles, crack codes, and test your brainpower! A fun and exciting challenge for the whole family.

2:45pm

3:00pm

Violin Class

3:00pm–3:45pm

Family

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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

3:45pm

4:00pm

4:15pm

4:30pm

Lakewood Library Friends 60th Annual Art Show Reception People's Choice Award Reception

4:30pm–6:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

The Lakewood Library Friends will celebrate the first, second, and third place winners of the People Choice Awards of the 60th Annual Art Show.

4:45pm

5:00pm

5:15pm

5:30pm

5:45pm

6:00pm

6:15pm

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