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We're sorry, this content isn't available in your preferred language.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.
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
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.
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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.
Learn the basics of computer formatting from typing, accessing the web, and learning general computer software and more.
Join Ms. Elaine from the Park Cities School of Music for a serenaded music time that will keep baby happy and bouncing to the beat.
Sponsored by Atmos Energy.
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.
The first and third Thursday each month we do a craft specifically for our smallest library patrons!
Exploring different textures is so much fun, and we're going to explore a few different textures as we make some acorns.
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 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
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
Stories, songs and rhymes in English AND Spanish to prepare your child to learn to read!
Suggested ages: 3 years and younger
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
Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having.
Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, by appointment only. Fridays are bilingual.
Get ready for a fun-filled adventure where tiny hands bring big ideas to life! Allow your little ones to express themselves with various arts and crafts activities where they will put their fine motor skills to work.
Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance, help with resumes, and job applications.
Educational Opportunity Center - Assistance with applying to college, financial aid, and more!
Meet the EOC, an organization that specializes in helping with applying to college, FAFSA and scholarship search, and more.
Free yoga class led by Jarrett Chatman - all levels welcome!
Bring a yoga mat and wear flexible clothing. If you don't have a mat, we've got one for you.
Register for email reminders and updates.
Free citizenship preparation classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Need help formatting a document? Using your new phone or eReader? Setting up and sending an email? Want to know how your home computer works, or how to protect your personal information while online?
Dallas City Hall on the Go! Provides select city services at locations throughout Dallas in a convenient mobile unit.
Information and Assistance with:
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 while we watch a movie. All skill levels are welcome!
This class will be an intermediate computer class that deals with more critical thinking of computer applications and hardware.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Life is busy and overwhelming.
The stress of day-to-day life builds and grows within us.
Appointment is required. Please click here :Schedule Appointment with Dallas Community Tax Centers to schedule an appointment in advance.
Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer or want help setting up an email account? Unsure how to apply for a job online? Schedule a One-on-One Career Launchpad session with one of our staff members.
It's adventure time!
Afterschool Supersnack / Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición
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.
Afterschool Snacks -- 9/3/2024 through 05/23/2024, M-F
Kids will learn about the history and the process of making a pinata as part of hispanic heritage month.
In celebration of Autumn we will be making Fall themed Luminaries.
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.
Refuel afterschool with a free nutritious super snack for ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.
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.
The Chess Masters Workshop at the Lakewood Library is perfect for beginners and chess enthusiasts alike. Learn the basics of chess from experienced instructors, covering everything from piece movements to essential strategies.
Build an articulating hand model in this festive STEM craft for Halloween! Explore bones, tendons, and muscles and learn all about the marvelous wonder that is our hands!
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.
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.
Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar
Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Let's FACE THE CHALLENGE with our legos and see if we can create the fall images from the FALL Challenge Cards!
Designed for beginners and those looking to enhance their basic computer skills, this informative one on one tutoring provides a welcoming environment for individuals eager to navigate the digital landscape.
Join us for an afternoon of crafting fun.
Calling all gamers!
Thursdays afterschool we explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun and creative projects!
Recommended for ages 6 to 11 years old.
Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición
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.
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.
Come have fun and get creative with some fun after-school crafts while getting to make new friends.
Today we will be making our very own pan flutes!
All materials will be provided and you can take home your creations!
Enjoy playing the Nintendo Switch with new friends!
Do you play chess? Are you interested in learning to play chess?
Ever wondered what is like to fly a drone here is your chance, visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch to fly drones inside the library.
Experiece the joy of crocheting techniques, styles, and practices while learning the basics of how to crochet.
All supplies will be provided.
Learn about Hispanic Heritage with Frida Lozano. She will be helping us create traditional Huichol Yarn designs! Space is Limited so Register Now!
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.
Visit the Prairie Creek branch on the first Thursday of each month for a different screening of a family friendly movie!
Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons-
Skyline Cinema Presents: Dial M for Murder (1954)
Join us for a movin' and groovin' storytime to help your little one practice skills needed to read and communicate!
Fascinated by Tarot but don't know where to start? Dez Johnson local artist and tarot reader will take you through a crash course on how to read tarot for yourself and others.
Create Halloween home decor by upcycling old books into a spooky spell book.
Materials available while supplies last. Registration required.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special program honoring the iconic artist Frida Kahlo!
Do you like reading books from a variety of genres? Want to start digging a little deeper into the books you read?
Get creative and decorate a mug with us!
All supplies will be provided.
After you've painted your mug, you'll be able to coat it in a dishwasher safe sealant so you can wash and reuse your mug again and again.
In this two-part series, you will learn the basics of crochet and create your very own seasonal decor crochet pumpkin to take with you!
All materials provided. Please note, this class is for adults only. Please RSVP on this page.
Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Unlock your creativity and ward off bad vibes with an exciting bracelet-making session to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!
Are you thinking about buying a house but don't know where to start? Learn what you need to know from experienced realtors as they explain the process of becoming a homeowner. Event highlights include
- The Home Buying Process
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.
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.
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.
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.
Learn practical hand sewing skills including blind stitching holes, blanket stitch and sewing on buttons and zippers. Test those skills as you complete the monthly project.
Registration Required.
Attention all adventurers, puzzle enthusiasts, and lovers of immersive storytelling! Prepare to journey into a realm of mystery, intrigue, and excitement with Questscape, our brand-new tabletop RPG escape room series!
Este otoño ofreceremos clases de lectura en inglés para adultos en nuestra Biblioteca Dallas West Branch.
Learn about collage poems and create your own. Beginners welcome.
All materials are provided but you are welcome to bring your own too.
Come and paint your own paper mache pumpkin to take home this fall!
All pumpkins are made with upcycled materials.
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.
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.