Do you spend your days listening to true crime podcasts and your nights watching whodunit documentaries? Then the Dallas Public Library’s third annual True Crime Mini Con is for you!

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español y ingles para niños que quieren leer! Para edades de 6 años y menor

1 on 1 dedicated help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you fill out applications, update your resume and find out about local resources that can help you take the next step in your career.

¿Desea aprender lo básico de computadoras y tecnología?

Do you want to learn computer basicsand technology?

¡Entonces venga a nuestras clases de computadoras!

Then come to our computer class!

Meet mini horses from 

The Central Library is hosting a creative writing club every first and third Saturday of the month!

• Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

Los miércoles - Está invitado a asistir a clases gratuitas de preparación para el GED en español en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. El registro está disponible en clase y no se requiere identificación.

English as a Second Language

Classes are every Saturday.

Curso de Ingles como Segundo Idioma

PrintShop a Go-Go 2023 is a one-day event that runs six hours.

Learn the basics of computer formatting from typing, accessing the web, and learning general computer software and more. 

On the third Saturday morning of each month, we magically transform our space into a vibrant musical playground for toddlers and preschoolers!

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

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.

Free English classes. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés -  ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

Free English classes.

Start anytime.

All are welcome!

Clases de inglés gratuitas.

¡Empieza en cualquier momento!

¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Yoga is a great way to promote health in all ages! Get started on your yoga journey at the library with a certified instructor to show you how. Mats will be provided, but you may bring your own. 

Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having.
Thursdays & Saturdays, by appointment only.

Apartment patios or urban courtyards can produce a bountiful stand of plants if you make the proper choices. Everything from containers to reclaimed grassland can be the basis of a pocket garden. 

Dallas west is thrilled to be visited by the CREATURE TEACHER.

Set in Sao Paulo, Brazil this full-length multi-cast member show is about the importance of family, boundless inspiration and the joy of childhood told from the point of view of a boy in his backyard.

Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance, help with resumes, and job applications.

What kind of toys did kids used to play with? How did they get their new toys? Learn a little about toys of the past, make your own Mr. Potato Head, and watch Toy Story! 

Celebrate Freedom Day at the Forest Green Branch Library!  

Calling all adventurers!  Join us for an introduction to the world Dungeons and Dragons!  No experience?  No dice?  No problem!

Includes character creation tips and a beginner-friendly campaign! 

Learn how to make your own personalized wreaths for any occasion. Get creative and crafty with this unique DIY project to add a handmade touch to your home decor. Open to all levels of expertise.

Are you a gamer? If so, stop by Lancaster Kiest Branch Library and play popular games on the ipad such as: Super Mario Run, Mario Kart, Roblox and much more!

 Free Citizenship preparation classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

Spend an afternoon practicing and brushing up on your art skills with our art instructor Irving. Come prepared with a sketchbook and join in for lessons in various media, techniques, and subjects.

An exciting culinary adventure awaits at the Dallas Public Library, presented in collaboration with Common Threads!

This unforgettable Family Crafternoon, dive into the world of print blocks and discover the magic behind these intricate designs crafted by artists.

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Celebrate a special Fathers Day Craft Event where children can unleash their creativity and show their appreciation for fathers and father figures.

Science and stories collide in this all new STEM show for Summer Reading ’24!

Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this six week workshop invites seniors of all skill levels to explore the vibrant world of acrylic painting!

Crochet is a great hobby for anyone! From beginners to experts, all skill levels are welcome! 

• Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

Art for everyone!

This month we will be joining our Friends and designing bookmarks.  These will be for a contest, with the winners getting their bookmark printed for the public!

Bob Rigdon will lead a "detectorist deep dive" as he talks about the items of historical significance he found using his metal detector in historic Dallas locations like North Dallas Freedmantown and the Tenth Street Historic District.  Learn

Gather the family for a vibrant Juneteenth Family Program celebrating unity, heritage, and freedom!

Engage in crafting unity bracelets, weaving together threads of our shared history.

🌟 Join the Perler Bead Club: Unleash Your Creativity, One Bead at a Time! 🎨

Racers, start your engines!

Are you looking for a wild and wacky way to rumble your raucous roadster around a treacherous and twisting track? No? Well too bad! These Wacky Races wait for no one!

Slay monsters, gather treasure and go on adventures with friends old and new! Dungeons & Dragons sessions, led by Thomas Acebo, meet every second and fourth Saturday of the month. 

Krypto the Super-Dog and Superman are inseparable best friends, sharing the same superpowers and fighting crime side by side in Metropolis.

It's adventure time!

Join us as we create magical miniature gardens!

All plants and supplies provided.

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Lochwood Library and the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Get informed and creative! Guest speaker Roseann Ferguson, Master Gardener and Greenhouse Specialist from the Texas Discovery Gardens will give us a presentation on growing and propagating succulents.

Watch a fun movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!

Note: times, room, and films are subject to change.

The Trinity River Audubon Center offers this program designed for seniors, educating them on plants beneficial for local bird species, fostering environmental stewardship and wildlife conservation among older generations.

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Travel the world with a visit to your library this summer. All About Animals will be bringing live animals from around the world and focusing on their continents of origin.

Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer and want help creating an email? Then schedule for a 1 Hour One-on-One Career Launch Pad training session with one of our staff members.

B.Y.O.B. - Bring Your Own Book!

The community is invited to come and enjoy the musical stylings of Kamica King.

This special concert is inspired by Juneteenth and is open to everyone!

Get ready to party in a rainbow explosion at our library's Rainbow Bash!

Dive into a kaleidoscope of colors with an afternoon bursting with music, crafts, and community vibes.

Are you an Urban Fiction reader?

This month we will be reading

The New Husband by D.J. Palmer

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Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance.

By Appointment only.

Please call 214-670-7128 and book your appointment.

Learn the fun art of Bubble Painting on canvas in this fun, free painting class.  Create your own masterpiece! 

Enjoy an enriching and interactive experience that celebrates creativity, family bonding, and artistic expression!

In partnership with the Juanita Craft House and South Dallas Cultural Center, the MLK Book Club is a space to share, connect and learn through a selected book. For this series, we will be reading Standing by Ernest McMillan .

Únete a nosotros en "Tejer y Conversar: Grupo Social para Mayores" donde podrás tejer, compartir historias y hacer nuevos amigos en un ambiente acogedor y relajado.

Looking for a hands-on, educational activity the whole family can enjoy? Try our exciting challenge where families will come together to build their very own water filters using simple household supplies.

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Father’s Day is tomorrow! Celebrate by crafting a special tool kit card with space for personalized messages on every tool.