Dementia Care Warriors Photo Exhibit

All Day
Seniors
Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Exhibit Space
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Celebrate National Family Caregivers Month with a photo exhibit presented by Dementia Care Warriors. This exhibit honors those who take care of our senior citizens in the community.

Community Jigsaw Puzzle

9:00am - 5:00pm
Family
Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Puzzle Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Take a break and relax while putting together our Community Jigsaw Puzzle.

Career Launch Pad

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult
Required
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

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.

 

English Language Learning

10:00am - 11:30am
Adult
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

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

Cancelled

English Language Learning

10:00am - 11:30am
Adult
Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning, GED
Event Details:

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.

Community Gardening: Potted Planting

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Get your hands dirty at the Forest Green Branch Library’s community garden!

Cancelled

IntelliChoice Math Tutoring

10:00am - 12:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Classroom
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Early Literacy, GED
Event Details:

Sign up to receive free math tutoring! Intellichoice offers math tutoring beginning Sept 7th. 

Saturdays, 10:00am - 12:00 pm

IntelliChoice Math Tutoring K-12

10:00am - 12:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Sign up to receive FREE math tutoring for grades K-12 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library.

Yarn Arts

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join us for a delightful and cozy experience as we gather together to knit and crochet! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, our welcoming community is here to share knowledge, creativity, and warm camaraderie.

Career LaunchPad

10:00am - 4:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Infant & Toddler
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:45am
Infant & Toddler
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

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.

Cancelled

English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

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

Cancelled

English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

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

Computer Tutor

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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.

Family Portrait Day

11:00am - 1:00pm
Family
Required
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Snapshot those beautiful family moments just in time for the holidays with a free family portrait session provided by the Dallas Public Library. A photographer will be on-site to conduct individual photo sessions with each family.

The SEWcial Club

11:00am - 1:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Calling all sewers, knitters, quilters, and embroiders! Come to our Sew and Tell with your latest project as we share tips and ideas. Beginners welcome!

Cancelled

Citizenship Class

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:

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

Clue Hunt: Murder Mystery Game

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - Study Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Was it Mrs. Peacock, in the Study, with the Candlestick? Or was it Professor Plum, in the Library, with the Lead Pipe? It's murder mystery night and we need your help to figure out whodunnit.

Cancelled

English Language Learning

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

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

Guitar Class

1:00pm - 1:30pm
Family
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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!

Saturday Crafternoon

1:00pm - 2:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for a fun make and take craft project.

English Language Learning

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adult
Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:
  • Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 
  • Clases de inglés gratis. Todos son bienvenidos. Sin tarjeta de biblioteca o identificación. requerido.

Digital Skills Training by The Cardboard Project

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

The Free Digital Skills Training Program is an 8-week program focused on hands-on computer training, basic digital skills, resume building, and job coaching. The program also teaches practicing online safety and protecting personal information.

Movie Saturdays

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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

 

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

STEAM Family Movie Time

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Family
Required
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

During our STEAM Family Movie time will we be exploring a STEM concept behind a classic film and creating a memorable take-home craft. We will provide the popcorn you will provide the brains for a STEAM-powered experience. 

Central Chess Club

1:00pm - 3:45pm
Adult
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Calling all chess prodigies and aspiring grandmasters! Unlock the timeless allure of chess and embark on a captivating journey of strategic mastery and intellectual camaraderie every other Saturday at 1:00 PM.

Keyboard Class

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Family
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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!

Career Launch Pad

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Required
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

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.

Cancelled

Craft Saturdays

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Do you want to learn or increase your skills? 

Come and join us every Saturday @ 2pm to knit, crochet, cross-stitch, and macrame.

Crafternoon: Woven Bracelets

2:00pm - 3:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Crafternoon every Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Forest Green Branch Library! 

Kid's Painting Club

2:00pm - 3:30pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Bring out your inner Bob Ross through guided painting sessions, where it is not just about learning how to paint but the journey into self-expression and the friends you make along the way. 

Tejer y Conversar: Grupo Social para Seniors

2:00pm - 3:45pm
Seniors
Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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.

Strings Class

3:00pm - 3:45pm
Family
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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!