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Branches

J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Audelia Road Branch

Forest Green Branch

Fretz Park Branch

Grauwyler Park Branch

Lakewood Branch

Martin Luther King, Jr.

Mountain Creek Branch

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch

Pleasant Grove Branch

Renner Frankford Branch

Timberglen Branch

White Rock Hills Branch

Rooms

Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)

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

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

Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)

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

Audelia Road - In Library

Forest Green - Outdoor Area

Fretz Park - In Library

Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A

Lakewood - Auditorium

Lakewood - Exhibit Space

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area

Mountain Creek - Study Room

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area

Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater

Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B

Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Renner-Frankford - Children's Area

Timberglen - Auditorium

White Rock Hills - Auditorium

All Day

Erica Sutherland Presents: Tapestry

All Day 7/18–8/31

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:

Erica Sutherland Presents: Tapestry

Tapestry is a mindful and at times playful meditation on life and the feminin

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

All Day 2/21–10/27

Adult (18+)

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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+)

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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: Summer Fruit

08/04/2025 @ 12:00am–08/30/2025 @ 4:00pm

Family

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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!

Inward Progression: Art Exhibition by Professor Keith Williams and His Students

All Day 7/5–8/31

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Exhibit Space

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Exhibit

Event Details:

Keith Williams teaches art at the Richland Campas of the Dallas Community College District.

Bookmark Crafting Station

All Day

Family

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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Children's Area

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Design your own bookmark to take home. Let your imagination run wild as you create colorful, one-of-a-kind designs to mark your reading adventures! Don't forget to sign your name on the participation sheet so we know when to restock.

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

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!

Potted Planting

10:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - Outdoor Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Get your hands dirty at the Forest Green Branch Library’s community garden!

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.

Band Music Workshop

10:00am–11:30am

Family

Registration Required

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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

2025 Arts Activate Grant Recipient Mr. Wieslaw Rentowski presents:

Band Music Workshop

10:15am

10:30am

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.

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

10:45am

11:00am

11:15am

11:30am

11:45am

12:00pm

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 Summer 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

12:45pm

1:00pm

Cancelled

Saturday Movies

1:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

Cancelled

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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.

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!

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.

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. - Classroom 1 & 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

Event Details:

The Free Digital Skills Training Program is a 5-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.

Kids' Art Class

1:00pm–3:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Kids, explore your creative side! Try out different types of art from sketching to painting. Each week we will explore different art tools and techniques.

Aug. 30 - Pencil

Sept. 6 - Pencil

Sept. 13 - Pencil/Acrylic

1:15pm

1:30pm

First Time Homebuyers Workshop

1:30pm–3:30pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch

Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development

Registration Required

Event Details:

Do you find buying home Daunting? Don't worry the Dallas Public Library has you covered. Visit our home buyers workshop to learn everything you need to know about buying a home.

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!

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.

Classical Music Concert

2:00pm–3:30pm

Family

Registration Required

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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

2025 Arts Activate Grant Recipient Mr. Wieslaw Rentowski presents:

2:15pm

2:30pm

Book Club

2:30pm–3:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Auditorium

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

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

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Erica Sutherland Presents: Tapestry

Tapestry is a mindful and at times playful meditation on life and the feminin