This is an 8-week program for children 0-3 years old and their parents. The weekly in-person sessions include activities that promote learning through play, information on strategies for positive parenting, and promoting children's development.

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.  

Perk up your mind while you perk up your morning! Sip coffee, spark conversation, and give the brain a fun workout with puzzles, riddles, logic challenges, and brain teasers.

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

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

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

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!

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around, and learn! 

Suggested ages: 3 - 5 years old.  

Participation of parents and caregivers is highly recommended.

Tall-tale telling Texan, Ramblin' Rita is going to share some stories with us that'll be sure to knock your socks off. With the help of songs and fingerplays, rhymes, puppets we're in for a Texas-sized good time!

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

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

Come and learn the basic in's and out's of how to use your personal computer! From the hardware to the software, this fun and free course will make you feel like a technology whiz! 

This class is in English and is for anyone who is new to using computers. No experience is needed!

In this class, you will learn:

Practice the art of oil pastels in this hands-on workshop taught by the Dallas Museum of Art. Participants will learn how to use this unique medium, ask questions and create their own work of art.

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! Edades recomendadas: de 0 a preescolar 

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

On Wednesday afternoons, the auditorium is available as an Adults Only quiet space. Bring your laptop or favorite book and enjoy the silence. 

Each month we'll watch a fun movie followed by a lively session of trivia and behind-the-scenes facts! Screen the film, then test your knowledge and learn something new about what went into making it.

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

Our notary has appointments available! Please make an appointment within a day/time listed below.

Appointments are available during these days/times. 
Wednesday 2-3:30 pm
Thursday  10-11:30 am
Friday 10-11:30 am

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! 

Take a trip to the cinema with a monthly movie screening showing new films as well as familiar favorites. Watch a movie, bring a snack, and spend some time with new friends!

All films will be rated G or PG.

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.

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:15 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

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.

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:00 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

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

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!

Embrace your inner artist through the instruction of a new Bob Ross "The Joy of Painting" episode every other week.

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

Refuel after school 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.

Build It!
Design, create, and problem-solve in this hands-on construction experience using LEGO bricks. Build, test, and experiment as you explore creativity, teamwork, and basic engineering—bringing your ideas to life one brick at a time.

It’s game time at the library! Join us for Boardgames!, where kids can enjoy a variety of classic and new board games with friends. From strategy games to silly favorites, there’s something for everyone to play and enjoy.

Refuel afterschool with a free nutritious super snack for ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

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!

Unleash your imagination at the Lakewood Branch’s Lego Hour!  This will be a dedicated hour for building whatever you’d like using Legos.  Build and chat with others as you work together or get inspiration for your own projects. 

🀄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.

Learn how to play American Mah Jongg in this five-week course!

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.

Do you have work you need to get done? An unfinished project you can't focus on completing? Bring them to the library and work on homework, paperwork, or any unfinished small project alongside other people in a supportive environment.

If you enjoy reading mysteries, playing detective, and guessing the endings, this is the book club for you! This book club meets twice a month and for the first meeting we read to EXACTLY halfway through the book.

This month's selection: How to be an Anti-Racist by Ibram X. Kendi 

Need a copy of the book club book? Ask at the front desk of the library!

Email: northoakcliff@dallascityhall.com

Join us for a lively discussion about a different book each month.  The first three titles are: