Independent crafts or steam activities for children to explore with and learn.

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. 

Free classes. Start anytime. All are welcome!

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

This program dives deep into the 4 parts of Medicare: eligibility, special election periods, which Medicare option may be best for your specific needs, and getting a better understanding of Medicare Part D and the Doughnut Hole.

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

Una clase enfocada en temas específicos como el trabajo, la escuela y las finanzas.

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!

Led by a professional theater instructor, students ages 7 to 14 will learn theater basics, games and techniques that are used towards creating scenes and plays.

Learn basic programming using MIT’s Scratch. The camp will last two weeks and will cover basic computer science topics.

Coffee and conversation with the Silver Pride Project.

Work on your current project with a group of your brothers and sisters in stitching!

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

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

 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.

Learn how Mark 9 Search & Rescue a local community group put forth their efforts to find missing persons.  They will teach the children what to do if they get lost and how to protect themselves from danger.  Come out to meet and lear

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. 

Learn different skills to bring out your inner poet! Whether you prefer poetry, rap, song, performance, etc., Dallas Poetry Slam will help you find your groove. Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Come read to your adult buddy. Pre-Registration is required.

 A magic show that will amaze and amuse kids of all ages.

Program sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library and The Dallas Foundation.

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

Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Shop. Please call Debbie Stone at (972) 407-1775 with any questions.

Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to practice the skills they need to be ready to read! Come hear stories, sing songs, jump around, and learn!

Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program. Disfruta de un nutriente, gratuito almuerzo de Equal Heart.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture's Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

 Almuerzo de Verano para niños

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture Summer Service Program. 

Almuerzo de Verano para niños

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Summer, it brings warm relaxing days in the sun, at the pool, or at the park. It can also bring chaos with organized day trips or an afternoon planning to museums, BBQs or simply having nothing to do at all.

Free English classes. Start today. All are welcome!

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

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Almuerzo de Verano para niños

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible
through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture's Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

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

It's not summer without slime! Make this fluffy, squishy variety and learn about the science behind polymers. For ages 5 and up.

Guinness World Record Holder, David Slick, will tickle your funny bone with his juggling variety show.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.  Explore Limitless Possibilities at DallasLibrary.org!

Come play with us as we learn beginner's Spanish through music, reading, art, and science! Kids ages 2-10 years old are invited to join us for this fun immersion program that focuses on learning through play and creativity.

Learn about circuits and how electricity moves while making a light up greeting card. Sponsored by Friends of the Dallas Public Library. Recommended for ages 7 and up.

Help your child improve their reading skills with Book Buddies!

¡Ayuda a tu hijo mejorar su habilidad de lectura con Book Buddies!

Increase your student’s reading skills this summer with Book Buddies! Students entering 2^nd through 5^th grade will be paired with a trained volunteer for one-on-one reading sessions.

Registration begins in May.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program. Disfruta de un nutriente, gratuito almuerzo de Equal Heart.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

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!

Learn basic programming using MIT’s Scratch. The camp will last two weeks and will cover basic computer science topics.

Mah-Jong for Adults is a weekly gathering to play Mah-Jong.

Be SMART this summer! Enjoy fun, hands-on science, math, art, reading and technology activities at SMART Camp. Do a little gardening, create awesome art, work on your detective skills and much more!

Refuel 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.

Recarga tus energías con Nutrición

Explore the science of sound as you build a simple harmonica that actually makes sound and a croc castanet! Test how you can change the pitch and volume of the sound on your handmade musical harmonica.

Increase your student’s reading skills this summer with Book Buddies! Students entering 2nd
through 5th grade will be paired with a trained volunteer for one-on-one reading sessions.
Registration is required. Seats are limited.

Basket Weaving – 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 Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Join Miss Molly for an hour of crafting fun!

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

Suggested ages: 6 years old and under

Thank you for choosing these programs. These sessions are FULL. There are no more spots. 

Interested in learning how to read and play music? Join Mr. Bill Smith on the fourth floor of the Central Library on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 2:00 PM.

Be creative!  Join us for our weekly summer craft at the Lochwood Branch Library!  

Free English classes. Start today. All are welcome!

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

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

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

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

Learn about your community and discuss topics that are important to you.  

The Junior Players' Discover Theater Camp is a free, two week long class for children 7-14 years of age.  The camp focuses on learning basic theatrical skills and culminates in the creation of an original theatrical piece.  Students will

Come and join a lively group of knitters for knitting and conversation.

Elementary aged children are invited to participate in different arts and crafts activities.

The Dallas Museum of Art offers an interactive conversation about artworks from the Museum's collection and exhibitions followed by an art activity. Explore wearable artworks and make your own wearable creations!

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

 Almuerzo de Verano para niños

Patrons ages 0-18 can enjoy a free snack provided by Equal Heart!

Do you ever wonder what a desktop is, or a mouse in computer language?  Join us and learn how to perform a search on the internet, improve your typing skills, type out a word document, and much more!

Pre-register for the Mayor's Back to School Fair held on August 2 at Fair Park. The free event provides schoolchildren and their families with school supplies and other back-to-school essentials necessary to return to school ready and equippe

Come spend some time at the library as a family. Enjoy a story, songs, and craft activities. This program is open to families with children of all ages.  

Once home to the most advanced civilization on Earth, the city of Atlantis is now an underwater kingdom ruled by the power-hungry King Orm.

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

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. 

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. 

Come join us at the library for a round of Chess the first and third Tuesday of every month.

Meet other chess players and have some fun.

All ages and levels are welcome.  

The Glovemaker by Ann Weisgarber

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. 

If you've ever wanted to learn to juggle or would like to start again, come join the Prairie Creek Branch Library.  Juggling class is offered every Tuesday, and other games and activities are included in this hour of fun!

 Join us for a tour in the world of technology through these informal, stress-free seminars.  We will discuss computers, smart phones, tablets, and the internet that connects them.

Topic:  Computer Peripherals

Practicing  Tai Chi is a journey to your good health which encourages confidence. Gain and perfect strength, balance, stamina, and mindfulness. Relieve pain, stress, and arthritis.