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Branches

J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Arcadia Park Branch

Bachman Lake Branch

Bookmarks in NorthPark Center

Dallas West Branch

Forest Green Branch

Fretz Park Branch

Hampton-Illinois Branch

Highland Hills Branch

Lakewood Branch

Lochwood Branch

Mountain Creek Branch

North Oak Cliff Branch

Park Forest Branch

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch

Prairie Creek Branch

Renner Frankford Branch

Timberglen Branch

White Rock Hills Branch

Vickery Park Branch

Rooms

Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)

Central Library - Community Exchange (1st Floor)

Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)

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

Central Library - Classroom Dijon (A) (6th Floor)

Central Library - Classroom Riga (C) (6th Floor)

Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)

Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor)

Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B

Arcadia Park - Story Wall

Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater

Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B

Bookmarks - NorthCourt

Dallas West - Auditorium

Dallas West - Classroom 1

Forest Green - Classroom 1

Fretz Park - Black Box Theater

Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Highland Hills - Auditorium

Lakewood - Auditorium

Lakewood - Exhibit Space

Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2

Mountain Creek - Lawn Area

Mountain Creek - Study Room

North Oak Cliff - Auditorium

North Oak Cliff - Conference Room

Park Forest - Auditorium

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium

Prairie Creek - Outdoor Area

Prairie Creek - Auditorium

Prairie Creek - Classroom 1

Prairie Creek - Study Room 1

Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot

Renner-Frankford - Study Room A

Timberglen - Auditorium

Timberglen - Classroom

White Rock Hills - Auditorium

White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Vickery Park - Classroom 2

All Day

Remembering Black Dallas, Inc. - Celebrating a Legacy: 10 Year Anniversary Exhibit

All Day 12/1–6/30

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:

Established in 2015, the mission of Remembering Black Dallas, Inc. is to
preserve and promote the African American life, history, artifacts, and
culture of Dallas and surrounding cities. This exhibit highlights the

Lakewood Library Friends 61st Annual Community Art Show

All Day 6/6–6/17

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Exhibit Space

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Exhibit

Event Details:

Join us for an inspiring showcase of local talent at the Lakewood Library Friends 61st Annual Community Art Show, where creativity meets community!

2026 Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day 6/12–6/15

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 2026 calendar year.&nbsp

8:30am

Walking Club

8:30am–9:30am

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch

Room: Mountain Creek - Lawn Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

Step into a healthier, happier routine—one stride at a time! Lace up and hit the scenic walking trail behind the library for relaxed strolls, stretch out stress, and enjoy friendly conversation while getting steps in.

8:45am

9:00am

9:15am

9:30am

Citizenship Class

9:30am–11:30am

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

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

English Language Learning

9:30am–11:00am

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Study Room A

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

English Language Learning

9:30am–11:00am

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

9:45am

10:00am

Keyboard Class

10:00am–10:45am

Family

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!

Creative Writing Club

10:00am–11:30am

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

The Central Library hosts a creative writing club every other Saturday!

We hope to build a supportive group that provides accountability, helps you stay motivated, and shares in the joys and woes of creative writing.

Loom Knitting / Telar Circular

10:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 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

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

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

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch

Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

Bilingual Storytime (Hora de Cuentos bilingüe)

10:30am–11:30am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch

Room: Dallas West - Auditorium

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

Program Type: Early Literacy, Español

Event Details:

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read!

Suggested ages: 0 to preschool

Cuentos, canciones y rimas en español e inglés para prepararse para leer!

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch

Room: Dallas West - Classroom 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch

Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

Stitchin' Saturdays

10:30am–1:30pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch

Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

Stitch the stress away and get hooked on creativity! Bring yarn and needles or hooks for a cozy Saturday crafting circle perfect for knitters and crocheters of all levels.

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch

Room: North Oak Cliff - Conference Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch

Room: Park Forest - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

10:45am

11:00am

Canvas of Freedom: Celebrating Juneteenth Through Art

11:00am–3:00pm

Family, Adult (18+)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Community Exchange (1st Floor)

Age Group: Family, Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Community & City Engagement, Exhibit

Event Details:

Canvas of Freedom: Celebrating Juneteenth Through Art is a community-centered art exhibition that honors the spirit of Juneteenth through diverse artistic expressions reflecting freedom, resilience, culture, and unity.

Voice Class

11:00am–11:45am

Family

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!

English Language Learning

11:00am–12:30pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

Dr. Lon's Amazing Science Magic Show!

11:00am–12:00pm

Family

Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - Story Wall

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

Perfect for all ages, this show will spark curiosity and leave you believing in the magic of science!

Perfecto para todas las edades, este espectáculo despertará curiosidad y te dejará creyendo en la magia de la ciencia!

Robb Holladay's Magical Balloon Show

11:00am–11:30am

Family

Library Branch: Bookmarks in NorthPark Center

Room: Bookmarks - NorthCourt

Age Group: Family

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

Event Details:

Step into a world where laughter, imagination, and colorful creations come to life! Robb Holladay's Magical Balloon Show isn’t just entertainment—it’s an unforgettable experience for kids and families alike.

Barnyard Bonanza

11:00am–1:00pm

Family

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch

Room: Fretz Park - Black Box Theater

Age Group: Family

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

Event Details:

Grab your overalls and get ready for our Barnyard Bonanza!

Juneteenth Art Showcase

11:00am–2:00pm

Family

Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch

Room: Highland Hills - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Come check out artwork from local artists, live performances, vendors, and family friendly activities that celebrates freedom and resilience of African Americans.

The Pigeon Party!

11:00am–1:00pm

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch

Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium

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

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

Event Details:

We are celebrating the Mo Willems Pigeon series, The Pigeon Needs a Bath! The Pigeon wants a Puppy! The Pigeon finds a hot dog! etc with crafts and stories. This is sure to be a fun early literacy experience. Hope to see you there!

Critter Crawl

11:00am–3:00pm

Family

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch

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

Age Group: Family

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

Event Details:

Critter Crawl is creeping into the library! Get up close with amazing live animals during an interactive presentation from Creepy Critters, make a fun critter craft and wind down with a bug themed movie.

11:15am

11:30am

English Conversation Class

11:30am–12:30pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Conversation

11:45am

12:00pm

Family Movie Day

12:00pm–1:30pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

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

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

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

Event Details:

Kick back with your family and catch a screening of a classic family movie! Whether you’re discovering something new or revisiting an old favorite, this is a great chance to unwind, connect with others, and take a break from the day.

All About Animals

12:00pm–1:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch

Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

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

Event Details:

Weird and Wild Animals

GED en español

12:00pm–2:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: GED

Event Details:

¿Quieres obtener tu Certificado de Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria (GED) pero no sabes por dónde empezar? ¡Estudia con nosotros en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas!

12:15pm

12:30pm

12:45pm

1:00pm

Cancelled

Saturday Movies

1:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

Cancelled

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

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!

Groove Guild

1:00pm–2:30pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Classroom Dijon (A) (6th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

The Groove Guild is a new music club presented by Dallas Public Library, where we discuss and listen to music from our catalog.

🎶 Music, Movement & Me🎶

1:00pm–2:00pm

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch

Room: Dallas West - Auditorium

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

Program Type: Early Literacy

Event Details:

Bring your little one to a fun event where dancing, singing, and learning go hand in hand! Your child will explore rhythm, melody, and movement while developing essential skills like memory, fine and gross motor coordination, and more.

Dallas Lace Society

1:00pm–4:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - Classroom 1

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!

Fairy Gardens for Kids

1:00pm–3:30pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

Registration Required

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.

Plant Exchange

1:00pm–3:00pm

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

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Outdoor Area

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

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

Connect, share, and grow together!

Bring plant cuttings, propagations, or small potted plants to exchange with the community and take a moment to explore the seed library.

Dungeons & Dragons

1:00pm–3:30pm

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

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.

English Language Learning

1:00pm–2:30pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch

Room: Timberglen - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

BTS Festa Celebration!

1:00pm–3:00pm

Family

Registration Required

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Attention BTS ARMY! Be a part of this very special celebration of BTS!

Watch AEON K-Pop Dance Group, get down to BTS tunes, and make your own photo card holders and light sticks!

1:15pm

1:30pm

The Great Community Quilting Bee

1:30pm–3:30pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

We are building a community quilt to honor America250. To participate, all you have to do is show up. Minimal sewing skills are required, and materials and machines will be provided for you.

1:45pm

2:00pm

Movement Saturday!

2:00pm–3:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

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

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Let's move! Explore a wide variety of movement from Salsa to Zumba to Yoga and anything else while listening to music that will make you want to move! Be prepared to move, dance, and have fun!

Keyboard Class

2:00pm–2:45pm

Family

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!

All About Animals: Dig into the Wild

2:00pm–3:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch

Room: Park Forest - Auditorium

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

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

Event Details:

Dig into the Wild! Step into a world where dinosaurs roam and discovery awaits! Our Dig Into the Wild presentation brings prehistoric excitement to life with an animal-packed adventure perfect for curious young minds.

2:15pm

2:30pm

2:45pm

3:00pm

Violin Class

3:00pm–3:45pm

Family

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!

English Conversation Class

3:00pm–4:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch

Room: Timberglen - Classroom

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Conversation

3:15pm

3:30pm

3:45pm

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