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This event is in the "Family" group
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Art
All Day
10/17–10/24
Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Celebrate the rich and diverse artistic traditions of Hispanic cultures.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Cindy J Holmes Presents: Bedtime Stories And Other Tales
All Day
10/14–10/24
Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)
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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:
In my artistic practice, I often view my figures as mannequins, strategically placed to narrate the tales I wish to convey.
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10/14/2025 @ 9:00am–10/25/2025 @ 10:00am
Adult (18+)
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
EXHIBIT - Tatyana Alanis Solo Exhibition "OLD FRIENDS"
10/14/2025 @ 9:00am–10/25/2025 @ 10:00am
Central Library - Square One Gallery (4th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Square One Gallery (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature,
Exhibit
Event Details:
Come and view Tatyana Alanis' solo exhibition "Old Friends"!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Jun-Dec
1
2025
Exhibit - The Beauty of South Dallas
All Day
6/1–12/1
Central Library - Kenneth B. Jonsson Gallery (7th Floor)
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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.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Oct-Nov
2025
Scavenger Hunt Week: Spooky Halloween
All Day
10/21–11/1
Audelia Road - Lobby
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Library Branch:
Audelia Road Branch
Room:
Audelia Road - Lobby
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!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Oct-Nov
2025
Snag a Pup : Papercraft Puppies
All Day
10/20–11/10
Prairie Creek - Exhibit Space
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Library Branch:
Prairie Creek Branch
Room:
Prairie Creek - Exhibit Space
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Papercraft Puppy time! Snag a paper pup when you check out 10 books. Limited to two per family per week.
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This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Family,
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5),
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17),
Adult (18+)
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Community Events
Age Group:
Family,
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5),
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17),
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature,
Community & City Engagement,
Early Literacy,
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
These events could be creepy, kooky, mysterious or spooky, but they will be a lot of Halloween fun in October! Check out some of our Halloween-themed programming at Dallas Public Library locations.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Fiber Arts Workroom Open Office Hours!
1:00pm–2:00pm
Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)
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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
Event Details:
Need help on a project? Have a question about sewing machines? Want to hang out & craft with friends?
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Voice Class
1:00pm–1:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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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!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Movie of the Week
1:00pm–3:30pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
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Library Branch:
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room:
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Visit the Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch Library every Wednesday for a different screening of a movie!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Violin Class
2:00pm–2:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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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!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
True Crime Through Time
2:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library - In Library (8th Floor)
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Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - In Library (8th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Tired of listening to podcasts about crimes that involved people you've never heard of? Do you know a sordid story of salacious secrets retold by relatives around the reunion tables?
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Book Talk
2:00pm–3:00pm
Mountain Creek - Study Room
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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:
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.
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This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Family,
Teen (ages 13-17),
Adult (18+)
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Halloween Movie: The Addams Family
3:00pm–4:30pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom B
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Library Branch:
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room:
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom B
Age Group:
Family,
Teen (ages 13-17),
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
It's that time of the year, get ready to watch a spooky movie! We will be showing The Addams Family. Used under Swank Licensing.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Keyboard Class
4:00pm–4:45pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room:
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A
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!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Ukulele Class
4:00pm–4:45pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom B
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room:
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom B
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!
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Kids Afterschool Activity
4:00pm–5:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room:
Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
A different fun and educational STEM-themed activity for children. Including STEM kits and/or presenters.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
American Mah Jongg
4:00pm–6:00pm
Preston Royal - Auditorium
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Preston Royal Branch
Room:
Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
🀄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.
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Chess Club
4:00pm–5:00pm
Vickery Park - Conference Room C
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Vickery Park Branch
Room:
Vickery Park - Conference Room C
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
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!
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This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Switch Hour for Teens
5:30pm–6:30pm
North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
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Library Branch:
North Oak Cliff Branch
Room:
North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Race in Mario Kart! Fight in Smash Brothers! Question your friendships in Mario Party! We will have the Switch and enough controllers for 8 players!
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Painting Mini Pumpkins for Kids!
6:00pm–7:00pm
Oak Lawn - Children's Area
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Oak Lawn Branch
Room:
Oak Lawn - Children's Area
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Little artists, big autumn fun! Kids get their very own faux mini pumpkin to paint, decorate, and personalize—no carving (or mess) required.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Acoustic Jam at the Library
6:00pm–7:45pm
Timberglen - Auditorium
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Timberglen Branch
Room:
Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Author Visit with Caroline Kusin Pritchard and Joanna Ho
6:30pm–7:30pm
Preston Royal - In Library
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Preston Royal Branch
Room:
Preston Royal - In Library
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Join all-star authors Joanna Ho (Eyes that Kiss in the Corners) and Caroline Kusin Pritchard (Keeper of Stories) as they launch The Day the Books Disappeared, illustrated by Dan Santat, a timely and stor
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Oct
22
2025
Wed
Preston Royal Discussion Book Club
6:30pm–8:00pm
Preston Royal - Auditorium
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Preston Royal Branch
Room:
Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
📖Discover and discuss with our monthly book club📖
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