Dallas County Joint Elections Runoff

All Day
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
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June 8th Election Day - Voting starts at 5pm

Joint Election run-off

All Day
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement

Joint Runoff Election

All Day
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement

Elections

6:00am - 8:00pm
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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
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Dallas County Elections

Dallas County Election Day Voting - City Runoff Elections

7:00am - 7:00pm
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
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Election Day Voting for City Runoff Elections

Waggin' Tales

9:00am - 10:30am
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Who let the dogs out?!

We did, again!

VET presents Little Creations Sponsored by Atmos energy!

10:00am - 10:30am
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Library Branch: Bookmarks in NorthPark Center
Room: Bookmarks - NorthCourt
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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Make a craft with VET! Vet is a native Texan artist who incorporates environmental recycling awareness through her artwork, commissions, and workshops. Come join VET and make a quick and easy craft. This event is sponosred by Atmos Energy.

Stronger Together Bash Outreach

10:00am - 11:00am
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Outreach
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Outreach to Lake Highlands residents at the corner of Forest and Audelia.

The Knitting Hour

10:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Looking for some old school fun on Saturday mornings? The Prairie Creek Library hosts a weekly social hour that will include crafts, games, and much more!

Sisters in Stitches

10:00am - 1:00pm
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Story Rumpus presented by Ann Marie Newman sponsored by Atmos energy!

10:30am - 11:00am
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Library Branch: Bookmarks in NorthPark Center
Room: Bookmarks - NorthCourt
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Early Literacy
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Story Rumpus: Celebrate fun stories that are active, imaginative, creative and playful! Drawing tales, movement, puppets, songs, costumes and more provide memorable story experiences for all.

Dallas Young Makers

10:30am - 2:30pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Technology
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The Dallas Young Makers Club is a nonprofit community educational organization based in Dallas, Texas.

Alma y Corazon Tejano Ballet Folklorico

11:00am - 11:45am
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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Join us to see some fun and exciting Folklorico Dancing.

Sponsored by the Friends of the North Oak Cliff Library.

1-on-1 Computer Help/1 a 1 Ayuda con Computadoras

11:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

Computer Tutor

11:00am - 12:00pm
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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 technology problems you are having. Every Tuesday or Thursday, by appointment only.

Crafty Saturday

11:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - In Library
Age Group: Family, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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Come and create a craft with us in the Children's Area. 

Los invitamos a la biblioteca los sabados para una actividad.  Para todas las edades.

Crochet for a Cause (C4C)

11:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - In Library
Age Group: Family, Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement
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Help the library make shelter blankets for the those in need.  All yarn and hooks are provided, but donations are always appreciated!  Instructions for blankets are provided, for old hat and new comers.

GUIDED MEDITATION WITH SAHAJA YOGA MEDITATION

11:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement

Hatching Hope Workshop: Behavior Intervention and Positive Behavior Support

11:00am - 12:30pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Dallas West Room (1st Floor) OUT OF SERVICE
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
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The term Positive Behavior Support (PBS) to describe the approach used to provide intensive individualized interventions to individuals or children with challenging behavior.

Family Movie Matinee/Cine Familiar - Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse

11:00am - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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Enjoy a children's movie with your family.

Diviértete con películas para niños en un ambiente familiar.

Hecho a Mano: Pride Pop-Up Printshop

11:00am - 5:00pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Exhibit

English Chats

12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, English Language Learning
Event Details:

This group is for adults who want to practice and improve their English conversational skills, by having talks with an experienced English speaker.

Family Storytime

12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Lawrence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - In Library
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Early Literacy
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For children and parents, listen to stories, sing songs and practice literacy skills together.

Suggested ages: 6 years old and under.

Fairview Alumni Meeting

12:00pm - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Training Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
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Alumni Meeting

SMART Crafts @ the Creek: Basket Weaving

12:00pm - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Learn about the ancient technique of basket weaving. Try your hand at a new craft by using reeds to weave your very own basket.

Sponsored by The Dallas Foundation and Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Worldwide Knit in Public Day

12:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Celebrate fiber arts on this special occasion! Knitting and crocheting will happen live in the library along with giveaways, demonstrations, instruction, resources and more! Come ready to craft or just observe.

Toastmasters

12:15pm - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Teen Center
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
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Is the fear of public speaking keeping you from discovering your full potential?  Let Toastmasters Help!

The Storytellers Toastmasters Club meets every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 12:15 - 2:00pm. 

Clases de computacion y Orientacion para mercado laboral

1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Teen Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Featured, Technology
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Computación Básica

Family Fun Craft

1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Children's Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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Join us for a story and related craft activity! 

 

 

Family Puzzle Room

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Lisa Kilolo Todd Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Featured, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
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Does your family have what it takes to use your SMART skills to solve the puzzle room? Work as a group to complete challenges in Science, Math, Art, Reading, and Technology before time runs out and solve the secret clue.

Club de Crochet

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Conference Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Join other crocheters and knitters for a nice knit and chat. All ages and skill levels welcome!

Dallas Lace Society

1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Shop. Please call Debbie Stone at (972) 407-1775 with any questions.

Drum Jabber

1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - OUT OF SERVICE - Laurie Evans Studio & Salon (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Can You Hear The Drum Beat?  Join us on the third floor of the central library on Saturday June 8, 2019 1-4, for exciting drum performances with African dance troupe Bandan Koro and Aztec dance troupe Mi

Timberglen Library Friends - Vision Board Party

1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement

Grace Hula Dance sponsored by Atmos energy!

2:00pm - 2:30pm
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Library Branch: Bookmarks in NorthPark Center
Room: Bookmarks - NorthCourt
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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Grace Hula Dance presents Tropical Hula Dance! The children will enjoy joining in the spirit of Aloha through Hula and Tahitian Dancing.

Art with Friends

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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Join us at the Youth Discovery Center for Art with Friends, where we learn about artists, get inspired, and create our own artwork. 

Constellation Cards

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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After learning about constellations, create your very own book of constellation. Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library . Ages 5 and up

Crochet for a Cause

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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     Crochet for a Cause at Mountain Creek Branch Library every Saturday from 2 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

SMART Saturday—Straw Rockets

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Children's Area
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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Come join us Saturday afternoons at 2 pm to explore arts, crafts, and STEM subjects here in the library!  From paper crafts to baking soda volcanos, there's no telling what we might be doing.  Good for all ages.

AuthorTalk: Murray Richter

2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Murray Richter is the author of Lucky Rocks, a novel led by a one-legged World War II vet that follows Kevin, Preech and Rudy as they face a summer they’ll never forget.

Toastmasters

2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Economic/Workforce Development
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Become the speaker and leader you want to be.  People who communicate effectively get ahead in life.  Are you ready to achieve your full potential?

Family Movie

2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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Come see a wonderful family movie. Please call the library for title. 

Family Movie Time

2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Children's Area
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us in the children's area to watch a movie. All movies will be G or PG. You are welcome to bring treats to eat during the movie.

Freedman's Town to Botham Jean: Stories For Racial Healing

2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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"Freeman's Town to Botham Jean: Stories For Racial Healing" is a live storytelling show featuring 7 Dallasites performing their true, personal stories about racial tension in Dallas. Directed by master storyteller Dr.

World Wide Knit in Public Day

2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Featured
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Better Living Through Stitching Together!

World Wide Knit in Public Day started in 2005 and now takes places in more than 57 countries.

Be a part of a colorful and cozy community. 

Puzzle Room - 1

2:00pm - 4:30pm
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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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Test your problem-solving skills in our first puzzle room event! This is a "warm-up room" built to introduce patrons to the puzzle-room setup. As a team. players will have 30 minutes to solve the mysteries in the room and find the final key!

1-on-1 Computer Help/1 a 1 Ayuda con Computadoras

3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

Knitters Anonymous/Tejedoras Anonimas

3:30pm - 5:30pm
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - In Library
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Join our knitting group for an afternoon of great fun - members discuss patterns and share ideas. Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or any sort of thread-work is welcome.

Piano Lessons

3:30pm - 5:30pm
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Come by for free piano lessons!

¡Ven para clases de piano gratis!

Creepy Critters

4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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What could be more enjoyable and fun than a collection of animals that you can pet, cuddle, and marvel at?

English Conversation Class

4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: English Language Learning
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Improve your listening and speaking skills, build confidence, and practice your English in a comfortable group environment.  

Lego Builders

4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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Come use your imagination and build with Legos

Wii Game Night

4:30pm - 6:00pm
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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
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Join us every 2nd and 4th Saturday for some fun with the Wii. We have Mario Racing, Wii Sport Resort, and many other games for you to play with friends old and new!

Teen Advisory

5:00pm - 6:00pm
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - In Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Civic Engagement

Living Room Series, Session 1

7:00pm - 8:00pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details: 
 

Ever wanted to get inside the minds of dancers and hear their process for developing choreography?