Skyline Cinema

10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Classroom
Age Group: Family, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come join us for some animated fun! 

Cancelled

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Children's Area
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, 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

SMART Summer: Perot Tech Truck

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

We are thrilled to have the Perot Museum's TECH Truck back to Dallas West this summer!

The TECH Truck engages youth in maker-based science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) experiences. 

We'll see you there!

Community Nature EXPO

11:00am - 2:00pm
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - In Library (5th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Bring the family and come learn more about the nature in your city and your own backyard on Saturday, July 6th from 11am to 2pm on the 5th floor of the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library. 

Community Nature EXPO Animal Show

11:15am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

To kick off this year's Community Nature EXPO, come join All About Animals as they give a fun insight to "Animal Habitats and Adaptations".

Family Bachata Dance Workshop by Jennifer Gonzales

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Español
Event Details:

Jennifer's workshop is designed to enhance understanding and skills in the elements of Bachata.

Family Crafternoon: Geometric Art

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Family Crafternoon is a time for you and your loved ones to gather to laugh and create fun art together. This month, explore the world of geometric art!

Cancelled

Guitar Class

1:00pm - 1:45pm
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:

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

All About Animals Live: Wild Adventures

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Get ready for a wild adventure around the world. All About Animals will be bringing live animals from around the world and focusing on their continents of origin.

Community Nature EXPO Keynote with Amy Martin!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

To close out this years Community Nature EXPO, hear Amy Martin and her presentation "Never See North Texas Nature the Same Way Again".

Family Board Game Day

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Children's Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and engage in some quality family time as you explore a plethora of board games suitable for all ages.

Movie Day

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Rev up your engines and buckle up for a cinematic adventure like no other as we roll out the red carpet for our special Movie Day!

Movie Matinee

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Enjoy a summer movie matinee!

Call the branch for the title of the day at 214-670-8443!

Perot TECH Truck

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

We are honored to announce the Perot Museum of Nature and Science will be bringing their TECH Truck to Fretz Park!

Down the Rabbit Hole: An Alice in Wonderland Adventure

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Fall down the rabbit hole and step into a world of whimsy and wonder at our Alice in Wonderland event.

Family Movie Matinee

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of family fun as we get together to watch some great movies!

Today we're taking on Bowser as we enjoy The Super Mario Bros. Movie

Bring a snack and a blanket/pillow if you want.

Cancelled

Keyboard Class

2:00pm - 2:45pm
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:

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

Stories with Sam Acho

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Celebrate summer reading with former NFL linebacker, author, sports analyst and neighborhood dad, Sam Acho! Sam will read stories and discuss his early football career and his journey to becoming an author and sports analyst.

Family Crafternoon: Celebrate the Summer Games!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Make a Olympic theme craft to celebrate the spirit and competition of the Games

Paper Gardens with Artist Natalia Padilla

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

This workshop provides participants with an opportunity to explore emotions and express them visually through color and sound.

SMART Summer - Alien Party!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

 

Celebrate World UFO Day by partying with the community. 

Enjoy some crafts, play some games, and even have a glow in the dark dance party!

Fun for the whole family and prizes to take home!

Cancelled

Strings Class

3:00pm - 3:45pm
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:

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