This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Storytime - Early Edition

9:30am - 10:15am
Infant & Toddler, Preschool
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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
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

 

 

*All Storytime's in a week are the same*

This event is in the "Family" group.
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Lobby
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

DCHHS will be at Dallas West library to provide information about their services plus get feedback.  Dallas County childhood immunization rates are falling behind other areas in North Texas.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Computer Basics

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Do you want to learn more about the computer?

Library staff is available to provide one-on-one instruction on the following topics:

 - Learn to type and use a mouse

 - Getting Started on a Computer

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Computer Help

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

1 on 1 dedicated computer help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you with your computer skills, accessing social services, connectivity, job applications, creating a resume and more.

 

 

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.
Cancelled

Play With Me

10:00am - 11:30am
Infant & Toddler
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

This is a FREE 12-week program for children 0-3 years old and their parents. The weekly in-person sessions encourage learning through play, provide strategies for positive parenting, and promote children's development.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

In Stitches - Fiber Arts Meetup!

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Calling all knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, sewing and fiber arts enthusiasts!   Bring your projects and materials for a morning "in stitches" with other fiber craft artists.  All skill levels are welcome! 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Downtown Branch Public Floor (1st Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Trained Health Care Navigators will be available to assist you in selecting and enrolling in a health insurance program through the Health Insurance Marketplace.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

AARP Free Tax Help

10:00am - 3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

Since 1968, AARP Foundation Tax-Aide has provided free tax help to over 78 million taxpayers, with a focus on older adults with low to moderate income.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Career LaunchPad

10:00am - 4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.

CitySquare Health Navigators

10:00am - 4:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Conference Room C
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

CitySquare Health Navigators will be at the Vickery Park Branch on Tuesdays and Thursdays to offer free same-day application assistance or at a later date with a scheduled appointment.

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Infant & Toddler
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Library Branch: Bookmarks in NorthPark Center
Room: Bookmarks - NorthCourt
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
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.

Sponsored by Atmos Energy. 

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Infant & Toddler
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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
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.  

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am
Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
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

 

 

*All Storytime's in a week are the same*

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Bilingual/Spanish Storytime (Hora de Cuentos)

10:30am - 11:30am
Infant & Toddler
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español para niños que quieren leer! Para edades de 6 años y menor

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Infant & Toddler
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
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

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Infant & Toddler
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Children's Area
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
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

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Infant & Toddler, Preschool
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom B
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
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.

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:45am
Infant & Toddler
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Exhibit Space
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Event Details:

(Em)powerment Popups are a new initiative created through a partnership between the CARDboard Project and Dallas Innovation Alliance.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Alphabet Animals

11:00am - 12:00pm
Preschool
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Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

We'll progress through the alphabet, exploring a different animal each week, from "A" for "Ant" to "Z" for "Zebra." Your child will learn about fascinating creatures while building their animal knowledge.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Hack My Painting (Spring Break Edition)

11:00am - 12:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Are you ready to embark on a creative journey and transform an already finished painting into a masterpiece that's uniquely your own?

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Read and Grow/Leé y Crece

11:00am - 12:00pm
Infant & Toddler, Preschool
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Child Care Group will be providing a bilingual (English/Spanish) reading program where they will read aloud and sing to children between the ages 0-6. Free books will be provided! 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Workforce Solutions

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Lobby
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Speak with Eric Martinez, a representative from Workforce Solutions about workforce development questions, job search assistance, and more. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Event Details:

Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance, help with resumes, and job applications.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Dallas Lace Society

11:00am - 3:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult
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!  

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Trained Health Care Navigators will be available to assist you in selecting and enrolling in a health insurance program through the Health Insurance Marketplace.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

FREE Tax Aid

11:00am - 5:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Study Room 2
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Help is first come, first served. 

469.490.2144

This event is in the "Adult" group.

FREE Tax Aide

11:00am - 7:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

IRS Certified Preparers are here to help you with current and prior year’s federal tax returns; Amendments to previously filed tax returns; IRS letter queries; ITIN applications and renewals; Tax returns for Foreign Students & Non-Residents.&n

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

Community Tax Centers, A program of Foundation Communities

 

IRS Certified Preparers will be here to help with:

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

Community Tax Centers, A program of Foundation Communities

 

IRS Certified Preparers will be here to help with:

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Computer Basics

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom D (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Computer Basics will be on the 6th floor of the Central Library every Tuesday starting January 23rd from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Spring Break Around the World

11:30am - 12:30pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
Required
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Kiddos out of school for spring break? Take your spring break vacation at the library!

This event is in the "Family" group.

All About Animals Live!

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Join us for an unforgettable family event, "Animal Team Challenge," presented by All About Animals, where the natural world comes to life right before your eyes! 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Spring Break Series: Build-a-Buddy Workshop

12:00pm - 1:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Stuff and dress your own reading buddy in our stuffed animal workshop. While supplies last!
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Cancelled

GED en español

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Está invitado a asistir a clases gratuitas de preparación para el GED en español en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. El registro está disponible en clase y no se requiere identificación.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

American Mahjong

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Required
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!

 

Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.

 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Dallas Zoo

1:00pm - 1:45pm
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:

Prepare for a wild and educational adventure as we partner with the Dallas Zoo to bring one of their amazing Animal Ambassadors to the library!

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Keyboard Class (with Music Theory Emphasis)

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

GED Class

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

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

 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

GED Class

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom C (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Pop-up Dungeons & Dragons!

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Family, Teen, Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Classroom
Age Group: Family, Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Come see what the game is about! No experience necessary. Bring your imagination and we'll take care of the rest! 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Spring Break Adventure: Super Hero Camp

1:00pm - 3:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
Required
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Welcome to the Superhero Spring Camp, where young heroes-to-be gather to discover and develop their extraordinary abilities!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Crafternoon 3D Butterflies

1:00pm - 3:30pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Spring Break is here and school is out. Need something fun to do or to connect with friends?

Movies! Games! Crafts! LEGOs! free all this week at the library.

Today we will be creating some fun and colorful 3D Butterflies!

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Beginning Guitar Class

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

An Out of this World Spring Break

2:00pm - 3:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
Required
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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Join us for some out of this world fun during spring break!

Monday through Friday we'll be exploring outer space through different activities and fun lessons!

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Career Launch Pad

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Required
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Crochet for Beginners

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Lawrence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Experiece the joy of crocheting techniques, styles, and practices while learning the basics of how to crochet.

All supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Flamenco Fever

2:00pm - 3:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Experience the Latin world, by learning one of the most popular Latin dances the Flamenco.  If you are not an expert no need to worry, everyone will start off with the basics.  Just come on in as we all learn this popular latin dance sty

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Laugh out Loud with The Cliburn

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-11)
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Featured
Event Details:

They say laughter is the best medicine! It releases endorphins and strengthens our resiliency to stress. It increases oxygen intake, making us feel more focused and energized.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Magic Tree House Spring Break Series

2:00pm - 3:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
Required
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Embark on a magical journey this Spring Break with our enchanting 'Magic Tree House Adventures' series at the library! 📚🌳

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

National Crafting Month for Kids: Sewing

2:00pm - 3:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
Required
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Celebrate National Crafting Month by learning a new craft! Come learn the basics of hand sewing while creating your own hand puppet. All supplies will be provided.

For kids aged 8 & Up

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Paper Marbling

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Explore the ancient art of paper marbling, a technique that combines color and design to create swirling, one-of-a-kind patterns on paper.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

SLIME for Spring Break

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Children's Area
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Get messy with us this Spring Break and visit us to make clear slime!

Don't worry, grownups, we'll also provide containers with lids to keep the slime from going where it doesn't belong. 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Wild at the Library: Animals in flight!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Today we will learn a bit about birds in flight around Dallas while making our very own bird feeders!

All supplies will be included and you can take home your creations!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Career Launch Pad

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult
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. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Conference Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Join us for this fun and casual class to practice speaking English in a group setting.

Registration is not required. Social distancing and masks are strongly encouraged.

 

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Knit Wits

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Seniors
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library!

(Crochet...if you must...)

 

 

This event is in the "Family" group.
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Children's Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Dive into a pixel-perfect adventure this spring break with everyone's favorite plumber duo! Join Mario and Luigi on a wild journey through the Mushroom Kingdom in the Super Mario Bros. movie.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

1-on-1 Computer Help

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance.

By Appointment only.

Please call 214-670-7128 and book your appointment.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Spring Break: Switch Tournament

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Teen
Required
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Show off your drifting and driving skills at our Spring Break Switch Tournament. Teens will earn points for attendance and matches won. The top three players with the most points will win prizes!

 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Computer Help

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

1 on 1 dedicated computer help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you with your computer skills, accessing social services, connectivity, job applications, creating a resume and more.

 

 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Highland Hills Adventure Land

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Travel to your very own Adventure Land! Bring friends, or make your own friends. Build a house or a castle. Anything could become reality in your own adventure land!

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Spring Break Movie Matinee: Elemental

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-11)
Required
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Dive into a pitch-perfect adventure this spring break with everyone's favorite summer movie of 2023!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Tech Tuesday: 1x1 Tech Help

3:00pm - 5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Computer Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Español, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading, Technology
Event Details:

Get help with your tech items, such as your phone, tablet, or computer, with a 1x1 session with staff.
We're here to help! 

 

You must register with the staff for a spot. 

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Afterschool Supersnack / Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición

3:15pm - 3:45pm
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

3:15pm - 3:45pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición

3:30pm - 4:00pm
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - In Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm - 4:15pm
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Study Room A
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Afterschool Supersnack/ Supermerienda extraescolar

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

DIY Make and Take

3:30pm - 4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Story Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Every Tuesday afterschool there will be a new craft available to make and take with you.

 

Todos los martes hay una nueva artesanía disponible para hacer y llevar contigo.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Birthday Garden

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Family
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Families can share a fun afternoon together while learning about their birth flowers and gardening. 
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Spring Break Super Snack

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Refuel during Spring Break 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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Mr. Bill’s Music Mayhem - Guitar

4:00pm - 4:45pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
Required
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

4 p - 4:45 p Guitar 

Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library!

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom B
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Refuel 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.

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Cancelled

Girls Who Code

4:30pm - 5:30pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading, Technology
Event Details:

Learn to code and have fun doing it! Meet other girls interested in computer science and work together on larger coding projects. Bring your own laptop if you'd like, but we have computers available to use.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Mr. Bill’s Music Mayhem - Violin

5:00pm - 5:45pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
Required
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

5:00 p - 5:45 p -Violin & Theory

Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library!

Sign up at the front desk or email vickerypark@dallas.gov

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Cancelled

Teen Mario Day

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Fun game day for teens with all Mario games.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Poetry Hour

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen
Required
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

A space to share your poetry and support poets and writers in the community!

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Afterschool Activity

5:15pm - 5:45pm
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom B
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

After School Activity from 5:00pm-5:45pm.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Acting Workshop

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Participants will exercise skills such as listening, reasoning, communication, and physicality in order to heighten their imagination, ability to react and to relate to one and other.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Español, Featured
Event Details:

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup. This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Spring Vision Board Workshop

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Looking for a fun and creative way to express your plans for the spring? Create a Spring Vision Board with the Dallas Public Library to inspire and motivate yourself in the new season!

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Cancelled

GED Class

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and take the next steps towards your educational and career goals? Our GED preparation classes are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to successfully obtain your GED certificate.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

GED Class

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class, and no ID is required.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

GED en español

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Español, GED
Event Details:

Está invitado a asistir a clases gratuitas de preparación para el GED en español en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. El registro está disponible en clase y no se requiere identificación. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Vinyl Night

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Did you know you can check out vinyl with a library card? Come to vinyl night and see the wide variety of vinyl the library has to offer for free! Test the vinyl right here in the library and see if it sounds good enough to take home.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Watercolor Whimsy: Sunbursts for Adults

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 55
Event Details:

Dive into a world of color and creativity at Watercolor Whimsy! Unleash your inner artist as you explore the mesmerizing magic of watercolors.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Spanish Class at White Rock Hills

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 95
Event Details:

¡Hola!

Learn Spanish by focusing on a variety of topics such as grammar, culture, customs and current events in the Spanish speaking world! 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Swan Strings Guitar Classes (All Ages)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided.  For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.