Children will practice the six pre-reading skills needed to enable them to be ready to read. They will listen to stories, sing songs, and do hands on activities to enable them to have a fun learning experience!

Get ready for kindergarten with books, movement and rhymes.

Workforce Solutions of Greater Dallas will provide one-on-one job seeking assistance weekly. Services include resume writing, job coaching, job matching and interview training.

Schedule an appointment today with library staff for help filling out job applications, resume and cover letter writing, and locating job opportunities online. 

First day and registration on February 10. Free English classes from February 10 through April 28, except for March 31. Class times depends on student's English level.

First day and registration on February 10. Free English classes from February 10 through April 28, except for February 19. Class times depends on student's English level.

Schedule an appointment for a personal techology tutoring session for any basic questions about using the computer or mobile devices, including downloading e-books from the library. 

The Center for Children and Families at the University of Texas at Dallas invites parents with children ages 0-3 to participate in the Juega Conmigo (Play with Me) program.

Sit, scrabble, sing-a-long and waggle. Toddlers will experience tales that awake and excite. Preschoolers will naturally be stimulated by sounds and by sight.

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.

 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

Get ready for kindergarten with books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages: 3-6 years old

Dallas Public Library will partner with the AARP program to offer free, in-person tax assistance through trained volunteers.

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.

For children and parents, listen to stories, sing songs and practice literacy skills together.

Suggested ages: 6 years old and under.

Reserve an appointment with one of our librarians for one on one computer assistance. Get help with:

Join us for another Career Series...

ReferenceUSA

Learn how to find the hidden job market.

**Open to the Community**

Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on technology problems you are having. Every Tuesday or Thursday, by appointment only.

Crochet, Knit, Sew or Needlepoint!  Share, teach, and work onyour projects with like-minded people.  If you have a needle or a hook, you'll be busy!

Join us to practice skills your toddler needs to be ready to read! Hear stories, sing songs, jump around, and learn! Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old.

AARP Tax Aide offers FREE in-person tax assistance through trained volunteers.  Assistance is geared toward people with low-to-moderate income, persons with disabilities, the elderly and limited English speaking taxpayers who need assistance

Tax season is here and AARP is providing FREE tax assistance at the Martin Luther King Branch on a first come first served basis. Contact the library for more information.

Join members of the Skillman Southwestern Library staff for a fun chair workout. All ages and skill levels welcome

Improve your listening and speaking skills, build confidence, and practice your English in a comfortable group environment.

Free classes. Start anytime. All are welcome!

Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Free tax help

FREE income tax assistance by AARP volunteers Please bring last year's filed IRS forms, plus a photo ID, your Social Security number, W-2s, 1099, and any other current tax information to fill in your form.

Ready to work towards obtaining your GED? Free GED Preparation Classes provided by the Wilkinson Center. For more information, please call 214-821-6380 x 390

For babies and their caregivers, learn simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants. Suggested ages: 0-18 months. Sponsored by Atmos Energy.

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. Join us in the 1st floor Penthouse at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library. You can register in class, and no ID is required. 

Workforce Solutions of Greater Dallas provides one-on-one job seeking assistance at the Timberglen Branch Library every week. Services include resume writing, job coaching, job matching, and interview training.

Come and enjoy this performance of Gertrude Stein and the Lost Generation presented by the Bath House Cultural Center.  

Come learn how to use the computer, internet, and the many social media apps.  Upcominig classes include Microsoft Office, Social Media Basics, and Email.  This event is sponsored by Equal Heart.  

Needing help with computer and technology issues? Join us each week for a hands-on technology class for adults.

Let’s practice speaking English. 
Free Conversation Class.  All levels welcome. 
Grupo de conversación casual.  Todos son bienvenidos.

Join the H.E.L.P. Desk team and the Dallas Public Library for coffee, snacks, and a whole lot of conversation. Conversations range from informal discussions to topical discussions led by guests.

Enjoy a  movie every Thursday afternoon with your family. 

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.

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.

2018 Career Youth Career Workshops

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.

Come do a fun afterschool activity.

The Highland Hills Branch Library and community partners present afterschool activities for youth and teens.  The activities embrace the arts and literature through dance, games of strategy and creative expressions.

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.

Refuel during the summer 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.

Enjoy an afterschool snack: sandwich, fruit, veggies, and milk. No pork or beef.

Free to children 18-years-old and younger - while supplies last.

Join us for an exciting storytime that emphasizes science, technology, engineering and mathematical (STEM) concepts for children two to five years old. Sponsored by Atmos Energy.

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.

Come join us at the library for a round of chess every Thursday at 4 pm. Meet other chess players and have some fun.

Adults 18+ only

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.

Come learn and play chess with us. All ages and skill levels are welcome.

Join us for a fun afternoon crafting session.

English language and work skills class for adults

Learn about how oil spills in the ocean are cleaned up and how they affect the environment by recreating a mini oil spill. Then try different methods to get the oil contained and get all the sea life oil free! 

Need help with homework, projects, or just looking for a new way to learn?   Join us for free homework help through library resources and discover a new a way to learn through games!  Recommended for Kindergarten through 8th gr

Reserve an appointment with one of our librarians for one on one computer assistance. Get help with:

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.

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.

English language and work skills class for adults

Kids and their families explore their creativity as our crafty librarians help you create an exciting hands-on craft project.

Looking for something free and fun to do after school?  Join us as we create works of art, play games, and much more!

Learn about Latino/Hispanic, Native American, African American, Pacific Islander, European, and Asian cultures through the creation of various masks. Learn the significance of each mask within a culture and the folklore that goes with them.

Kids, join us for some awesome STEAM projects (science, technology, engineering, art, or math). Learn something new after school and have fun too!

Are you up to the challenge? Join us every second and fourth Thursday of the month to accept the daily building challenge or use your imagination to build anything you like!

Route360 works with individuals to define what they need from their technical education, and matches this vision to what employers are looking for, so they can obtain a job that improves their economic opportunity. 

Ready to work towards obtaining your GED? Register for Free GED Preparation Classes provided by the Wilkinson Center.  

GED classes are offered by the Wilkinson Center. For more information, please call the Wilkinson Center at 214-821-6380, ext. 391. 

Clases de GED en Español patrocinado por Atmos Energy / GED classes in Spanish funded by Atmos Energy. 

Clases de GED en Español patrocinado por Atmos Energy / GED classes in Spanish funded by Atmos Energy. 

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. Join us in the Auditorium at the North Oak Cliff Branch Library. You can register in class, and no ID is required. 

The Downtown Book Club discovers new books each month from all genres. Adults are welcome to attend, meet new people, and discuss the books we love, like, or loathe. Members meet the 2nd Thursday of each month at 6:30 PM at the J.

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Join us and learn American Sign Language. Program includes practicing sign language, games, and socializing without words. Program sponsored by the Oak Lawn Library Friends.

Have you ever wanted to be a member of a book club that is a little different? Are you ready for stimulating conversation and discussion? Our book club will meet monthly.

This program will be open to both novice and experienced poets to provide an opportunity for everyone to expand their writing skills and learn from each other. 

Ever watch "Who's Line Is It Anyways?" and want to mimic the show? Ever want to make it up on the spot? Want to improve you public speaking skills? The Commedia is DPL's very own improv group.

Find peace within... Join members of DFW Meditation for free guided meditation once a week at the North Oak Cliff Library.

A Journey to your good health. 

Gain and perfect strength, balance, stamina, and mindfulness. Relieve pain, stress, and arthritis. Inspire health and confidence.