This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Cancelled

Voting

7:00am - 7:00pm
Teen, Adult
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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Cast your ballot for the upcoming election. For more information on ID requirements and ballots details, please visit https://www.dallascountyvotes.org/

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Free adult high school equivalency and career readiness preparation class with the Wilkinson Center.

Register here: http://cutt.ly/newclient

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Vital Statistics Waiting Area (1st floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Be ready for this election year and let your voice be heard. Representatives from Battleground Texas are here to assist you in registering to vote.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Career Launch Pad

10:00am - 11:00am
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 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.

 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Come practice Spanish and help English learners at the language exchange.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

English Language Learning

10:00am - 11:30am
Adult
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:
  • Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning, GED
Event Details:

Los miércoles - 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.

Community Gardening: Potted Planting

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Forest Green Tabletop Brigade

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Grab your dice and bag of tricks and stop by the Forest Green Branch Library's bimonthly Dungeons and Dragons event!

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Cancelled

Loom Knitting

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Study Room 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
A space created to learn a new skill, share patterns, and socialize while knitting.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

TTRPG Meetup- Horror Stories

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

We are telling our worst D&D stories! Come to vent about your worst sessions or wax poetic about the best campaign you've ever played! 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English as a Second Language

Classes are every Saturday.

Curso de Ingles como Segundo Idioma

Las clases son todos los Sábados.
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 "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

PrintShop A Go-Go

10:00am - 4:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn the basics of printmaking, new techniques, and make some color prints with Matt Bagley of Iron Frog Press and creator of the Print Frog®.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

English Language Class

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Free English classes. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés -  ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.

English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Free English classes.

Start anytime.

All are welcome!

 

Clases de inglés gratuitas.

¡Empieza en cualquier momento!

¡Todos son bienvenidos!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.

English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom B (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Free English classes.

Start anytime.

All are welcome!

 

Clases de inglés gratuitas.

¡Empieza en cualquier momento!

¡Todos son bienvenidos!

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

Computer Tutor

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having.
Thursdays & Saturdays, by appointment only.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

English Language Learning

11:00am - 12:30pm
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:

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

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.

Mini Messenger Bags

11:00am - 3:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:


Discover the joy of sewing as you craft a mini messenger bag!


Dive into the world of stitching and fabric during this hands-on program which promises to be a fun and rewarding experience!


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This event is in the "Adult" group.

Adult Art Hour

11:30am - 12:30pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

We have an adult-only space to relax and do beginner-friendly crafts such as watercolor penciling, origami, and paper quilling. We will also have adult coloring sheets with precision markers. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Cancelled

Citizenship Class

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.

DFW Bookmakers: Journal Making

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

DFW Bookmakers Workshops are designed for people of all backgrounds to come
together to learn, create, and share art techniques and a variety of cultures’ histories in a fun
and a safe atmosphere to express oneself.

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

Drawing & Sketching Class

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Spend an afternoon practicing and brushing up on your art skills with our art instructor Irving. Come prepared with a sketchbook and join in for lessons in various media, techniques, and subjects.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Looking for a meaningful and creative Father’s Day gift? In this class you will learn how to upcycle neckties into a zip bag. Feel free to bring in old neck ties for your project - donations will be provided along with other materials.

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.

Guitar Class

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
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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
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!

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Take a break from the summer heat to paint pots for an at-home herb garden. Learn about what herbs can grow together or will takeover garden beds.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Cancelled

English Language Learning

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Study Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:
  • Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Be Your Own Artist: Crochet

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Curious about crochet?

Register for this month's iteration of our Be Your Own Artist Series and learn the basics of this popular fiber art form with our resident professional!

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

The Free Digital Skills Training Program is an 8-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.

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

El Centro Toastmasters Club Meeting

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs.  Visiting a club is the exciting first step to building a better you.  There

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.

Central Chess Club

1:00pm - 3:45pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Calling all chess prodigies and aspiring grandmasters! Unlock the timeless allure of chess and embark on a captivating journey of strategic mastery and intellectual camaraderie every 2nd and 4th Saturday at 1:00 PM.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Dallas Lace Society

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 1
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.

Movie Saturdays

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Watch a fun movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!

 

Note: times, room, and films are subject to change.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Half Acre Farm will be presenting a workshop on how you can grow your own food for fun and profit! Learn gardening tips and tricks and how to make the make most of your urban homestead wherever you live.  

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Stained Glass Painting

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Create your own stained glass art piece through basic brush techniques and lead lining. Ages 13+ and all supplies are provided!

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

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
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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
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!

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 - Lobby
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.

Craft Saturdays

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Conference Room C
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Do you want to learn or increase your skills? 

Come and join us every Saturday @ 2pm to knit, crochet, cross-stitch, and macrame.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Crochet Circle at Dallas West

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of crochet!

Beginners and experts are welcome!

We will have a staff person on site who can provide some instruction for beginners.

Participants should bring their own supplies. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

1-on-1 Computer Help

2:00pm - 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 "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.

Strings Class

3:00pm - 3:45pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
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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
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!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Silent Book Club North Dallas

3:00pm - 4:30pm
Adult
Required
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Outreach
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

The book club with no assigned reading and no pressure!

We'll meet twice a month at The Spin Coffee and Vinyl to read, drink coffee, and be in community with other bookworms.