Taking the time to cultivate and maintain relationships has become more important than ever. Senior Coffee Club meets every Thursday morning at 9 a.m.
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We're sorry, this content isn't available in your preferred language.Summer Breakfast for Kids/Desayuño de Verano para niños
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Be ready for this election year and let your voice be heard. Representatives from Jolt are here to assist you in registering to vote. For more information about Jolt, visit jolttx.org
Practice the skills you need to be ready to read.
Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!
Suggested ages: 18 months to 3 years old.
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.
Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
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Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
This is a FREE 12-week program for children 0-3 years old and their parents. The weekly in-person sessions encourage learning through play, provide strategies for positive parenting, and promote children's development.
Digital Skills classes
Learn the basics of computer formatting from typing, accessing the web, and learning general computer software and more.
Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish/English to get ready to read!
Suggested ages: 6 years old and under.
¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español/ingles para niños que quieren leer!
Para edades de 6 años y menor.
For babies and their caregivers, learn simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants. Suggested ages: 0-18 months
Sponsored by Atmos Energy.
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
Stories, songs and rhymes in English AND Spanish to prepare your child to learn to read!
Suggested ages: 3 years and younger
¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español/ingles para niños que quieren leer!
Visit the Pleasant Grove branch every Thursday morning at 10:30 am for Bilingual/Spanish Storytime!
Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under
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
We'll progress through the alphabet, exploring a different animal each week, from "A" for "Ant" to "Z" for "Zebra." Your child will learn about fascinating creatures while building their animal knowledge.
Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having.
Thursdays & Saturdays, by appointment only.
This class is for beginners who have never knit and for people who have not knit for a while who would like a refresh on the basics.
Learn the basics:
Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para niños
Refuel with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance, help with resumes, and job applications.
Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para niños
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Calling all knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, sewing and fiber arts enthusiasts! Bring your projects and materials for a "chill" morning with other fiber craft artists. All skill levels are welcome!
Dive into the ultimate movie extravaganza at Summer Kids Movie Matinee! Dive into a world of adventure, laughter, and excitement as we screen some of the best films for kids.
Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para niños
Visit the Kleberg Rylie branch every day this summer from noon - 12:30pm for a free lunch for ages 18 years old and under. Meals from Educational PV are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult C
Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para niños
Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious lunch for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.
Free yoga class led by Jarrett Chatman - all levels welcome!
Bring a yoga mat and wear flexible clothing.
Refuel with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Fuel up with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Summer Feeding Program
Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para niños
Refuel with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para niños
Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para niños
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
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.
Refuel with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Classes are currently full. Registration for the series lasting from October-December 2024 will open in September. Please continue to check the website for updates. Thank you.
The Dallas Zoo is coming to Fretz Park!
This class will be an intermediate computer class that deals with more critical thinking of computer applications and hardware.
Visit the Kleberg Rylie branch every Thursday from 1:00-2:00pm for free Science, Math, Art, Reading or Technology based entertainment!
Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Clases de inglés gratuitas ofrecidas por la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. No se requiere identificación ni tarjeta de la biblioteca. Todos son bienvenidos. Regístrese en clase
Free GED classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and take the next steps towards your educational and career goals? Our GED preparation classes are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to successfully obtain your GED certificate.
Free GED preparation classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Classes are currently full. Registration for the series lasting from October-December 2024 will open in September. Please continue to check the website for updates. Thank you.
Want to socialize and relax with other adults at the library? Drop in for a social hour of coloring and music. All supplies are provided, although you are also welcome to bring your own.
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.
Dallas Public Library's H.E.L.P. Desk team sits down for coffee, snacks, and a whole lot of conversation. Conversations range from informal discussions to topical discussions led by guests.
Devin offers personalized computer assistance to individuals. If you require any help with your computer, feel free to attend.
Book an appointment with a staff member to help you with your job search. Fill out applications, update your resume, and find out about local resources that can help you take the next step in your career.
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.
Appointment is required. Please visit: https://dallastaxcenters.as.me/HIL to schedule an appointment in advance.
Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.
Free Services/Resources
Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.
Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de verano para niños
Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.
Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de verano para niños
Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.
Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de verano para niños
Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.
Unleash your creativity as you transform humble cardboard into extraordinary works of art and innovation. From simple sculptures to intricate structures, let your imagination run wild in this hands-on, life-size crafting extravaganza.
Get help with your tech items, such as your phone, tablet, or computer with a 1x1 session with staff.
We're here to help!
You must register with staff for a spot.
Need help drafting a document? Setting up and sending an email? Want to know how your home computer works, or how to protect your personal information while online?
Refuel with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Refuel with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Classes are currently full. Registration for the series lasting from October-December 2024 will open in September. Please continue to check the website for updates. Thank you.
Design and assemble your own one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces. From earthy wooden beads to vibrant charms, participants will discover the beauty of mixing and matching materials to create truly personal adornments.
Whether you are a grandmaster or a beginner, players of all skill levels and ages are welcome to the Preston Royal Chess Club!
Designed for beginners and those looking to enhance their basic computer skills, this informative course provides a welcoming environment for individuals eager to navigate the digital landscape.
Flowers or Dinosaurs? Your choice! Create your tissue paper flower and dinosaurs by gluing different shades of tissue paper to your outline to customize your creation!
Join us Thursdays afternoons as we explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.
Calling all gamers!
Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar
Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Enjoy playing the Nintendo Switch with new friends!
Classes are currently full. Registration for the series lasting from October-December 2024 will open in September. Please continue to check the website for updates. Thank you.
Listen to stories and sing songs in both English and Spanish.
Escuche cuentos y cante canciones en Inglés y en Español.
Do you play chess? Are you interested in learning to play chess?
Prairie Creek branch library will host a movie night every Thursday at 5 PM all summer! Bring snacks and a friend to enjoy our different selection of family friendly movies.
Come listen to a story and partake in a craft at this evening program geared towards kindergarten through 2nd graders.
July's book is "It Began With Lemonade" By Gideon Sterer
Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. Great for ages 8 - 18. For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.
Leave your inner critic at the door for a night of judgment-free creative expression! Bad Art Night is a freestyle crafting event for adults where the goal is to make the “worst” piece of art.
We're taking one of our most popular kids events of the summer and doing it for adults!
Join us as we create magical miniature gardens!
All plants and supplies provided.
Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons-
Welcome to our cozy Bilingual Pajama Story Time!
¡Bienvenidos a Hora de Cuentos Bilingüe en Pijamas!
Come along as we venture into a delightful journey of storytelling, songs, and rhymes in Engli
We will host a casual space for anyone learning English to practice their conversational skills. This is a low-stress circle, we will not be teaching English, this is just a time to practice.
Practice your English speaking skills at the library.
Do you like reading books from a variety of genres? Want to start digging a little deeper into the books you read?
Introduction to Sculpting class.
If you enjoy reading mysteries, playing detective, and guessing the endings, this is the book club for you! This book club meets twice a month and for the first meeting we read to EXACTLY halfway through the book.
Ever wonder what it was like for Rembrandt or Picasso as they were working with a brush? Do you ever have the urge to get a paintbrush and a canvas and start painting? Well, this program is just for you!
Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and take the next steps towards your educational and career goals? Our GED preparation classes are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to successfully obtain your GED certificate.
You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class, and no ID is required.
You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class and no identification is required.
Free GED preparation classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
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.
Lakewood Library welcomes Master Gardeners presenting on Do's & Don'ts of Container Gardening. We will also have sprouted seeds to give away to attendees to begin your container gardening at home.
See if you can solve these Unsolved true crime mysteries. Work together to crack the case!
Get ready for a day of wordplay and fun as you challenge your family members in a game of Scrabble!
Based on the Super Mario video games, the animated film follows Mario on his adventures with his friends. Mario joins forces with Princess Peach and Toad. The trio is in search of Mario's brother Luigi.
Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. . For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.
The Dallas Museum of Art will provide a youth workshop to the children in the community.
Here we go reading again!
This is an adult book club with the aim of being open and accessible to everyone, and to read as many sci-fi & fantasy works from diverse authors as we can.