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!

Free English classes. Start today. All are welcome!

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

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

Orientations offered every Tuesday at 9:00a and 5:45p - enroll and test onsite. 

Beginning computer class with a little bit of cellphone technology thrown in. Very beginning basics, but will answer any level of question. Bring your own computer or use ours.

Receive free one-on-one computer help.  Learn computer basics, Internet, email, and much more.  Bring your questions and we will help you solve them. 

Free classes. Start anytime. All are welcome!

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

A focused class on using  English in real-world situations such as school, work, and home life.

Una clase enfocada en el uso del inglés en situaciones del mundo real, como la escuela, el trabajo y la vida familiar.

A short, focused class on specific topics such as work, school, and finances. 

Free English classes. Start today. All are welcome!

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

Free English classes. Start today. All are welcome!

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

Job Seekers Welcome 

Walk-ins welcome or by appointment

Let's discuss your career opportunities.

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.

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.

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.

 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

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

Suggested ages: 6 years old and under.

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.

Join us for a free, fun and easy computer class.  Let us help you build basic computer skills  - we are here for your device advice and questions! Different topics will be covered each week or by request. 

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

Having trouble navigating your smartphone? Need help downloading our Overdrive app? Need a quick refresher on using your email? Then come on in! No registration necessary!

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.

Gentle Yoga with general health topics. Good for everyone.

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

Free tax assistance every Thursday starting February 7 through April 11 at 11am. First come first serve basis.

W provide FREE in-person tax assistance including preparation of individual 2018 Federal return.  

Bring your devices and list of questions to the Library and Trevor will help you with your questions. Please call ahead to determine availability. Great for learning how to read eBooks and gain access to eAudiobooks. 

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

Free English classes. Start today. All are welcome!

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

Volunteers from AARP will be in the library every Thursday to assist with filing taxes.

Assistance is available first-come, first-served and while time allows.

Free Tax help

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

This is a small group violin lesson which meets weekly and is open to anyone interested. Violins are available to use during lessons.

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

Come out on Thursdays to learn how your new device can enhance your life.  You can watch videos, play games, download books, make on online purchases and much more.  Just call or come by and make an appointment for one on one assistance.

A focused class on using  English in real-world situations such as school, work, and home life.

Una clase enfocada en el uso del inglés en situaciones del mundo real, como la escuela, el trabajo y la vida familiar.

Free English classes. Start today. All are welcome!

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

Free English classes. Start today. All are welcome!

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

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.

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

Have you wanted to learn to play the guitar? Do you have one sitting in the corner not being played? Let's get together and learn the basics, and a few tunes, on the guitar Thursdays.

Senior Players under the direction of Linda Leonard. Closed to public 

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.

Come join our Mah Jongg players! Have fun playing and make new friends along the way! 

A short focused class on specific tops such as work, school , and finances. 

Una clase corta enfocada en temas específicos como trabajo, escuela y finanzas.

Free English classes. Start today. All are welcome!

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

Children 0 to 18 are invited to get a free after school snack Monday through Thrusday at 3:00pm to 3:30pm in the Black Box Theater.  The service is provided by Equal Heart.

Outreach

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.

Kids, 5 to 11 years old, come play literacy games with us. If desired, you can also read with a librarian or adult volunteer.

Free afterschool meals for children up to 18 years old. Meals must be consumed in the room they are served. 

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.

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.

Bilingual Short Stories and Spanish Grammar Review

We will meet every Thursday from 4:00pm to 5:00pm

We will read short stories in Spanish (with English translation) and cover different topics of Spanish grammar.

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

Join us as we listen to interesting sounds from OUR community and learn how each sound or noise can be unique, educational and relaxing.

Join Lynn Moon Schellenburg, dance therapist and certified kids yoga instructor, for some fun stress-busting yoga! Kids will learn tools to use during the school day to calm, focus, and self regulate.

By APPOINTMENT ONLY

Schedule a one to one computer training session. Learn the basics of how to use a computer. Contact the library today and ask for JP to schedule an appointment!

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

Come and join us at Prairie Creek Branch Library as we fight monsters, save people and cast spells with our new Dungeons and Dragons Event! 
 

Registration is recommended. 

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!

Community stroke prevention education series.

Decorate eggs at the library! Materials provided. Ages 1-18

Join us at the library for a fun family movie night. Free and open to the public. Bring your friends!

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. 

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. Join us in the Classroom at the White Rock Hills 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.

Join us for a FREE eight week course on learning sign language! Each week will host an hour-long learning session followed by a fun game and prizes!

The White Rock Hills Book Club meets monthly on the second Thursday of the month. Come join us for a fun, lively discussion!

Ever want to mimc "Who's Line Is It Anyways?" Join us for the Commedia, DPL's exlcusive improv group. We make stuff up every 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month.

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

Tai Chi Fundamentals. Practicing Tai Chi is a journey to your good healthwhich encourages confidence. Gain a nd perfect strength, balance, stamina, and mindfullness. Relieve pain, stress, and arthritis.