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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Senior Coffee Club

9:00am - 10:00am
Adult (18+)
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Vital Statistics Waiting Area (1st floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Career Launch Pad

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult (18+)
Required
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
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.

 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

English Language Learning

10:00am - 11:30am
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
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.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Career LaunchPad

10:00am - 4:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Bilingual Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Toddler Craft - Balloon Stamping

10:30am - 11:00am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

The first and third Thursday each month we do a craft specifically for our smallest library patrons!

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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: 16 months - 3 years

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Bilingual Storytime/ Hora de Cuento

10:30am - 11:30am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Bilingual/Spanish Storytime (Hora de Cuentos)

10:30am - 11:30am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Toddler Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Computer Tutor

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Technology is a quickly changing landscape. Schedule a one-hour appointment for one-on-one assistance with basic technology problems and instruction.  

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Lil Sprouts

11:00am - 12:00pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Children's Area
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Preschool Picassos presents Lil Sprouts, a series of nature-based crafts and activities to welcome Spring. Allow your little ones to express themselves with various arts and crafts activities where they will put their fine motor skills to work.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Seed Library (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Meet the EOC, an organization that specializes in helping with applying to college, FAFSA and scholarship search, and more.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Dallasite Yogis

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Adult (18+)
Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom D (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Technology and Media Literacy

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult (18+)
Required
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Lobby
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

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?

This event is in the "Family" group.

Keyboard Class

1:00pm - 1:45pm
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!

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.
Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

This class will be an intermediate computer class that deals with more critical thinking of computer applications and hardware.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Job Skills Class

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

This Beginner Job Skills Class is a foundational course designed to help participants develop the essential skills needed to thrive the workforce.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

English Language Learning

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
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. 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

GED Class

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

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

 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

GED Class

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

1-on-1 Computer Help

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

By Appointment only.

Please call 214-671-1365 and book your appointment.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Career Launch Pad

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult (18+)
Required
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Lobby
Age Group: Adult (18+)
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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Coffee and Conversation

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Community Exchange (1st Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

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.

 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Practice speaking English in our fun and casual conversation group!

¡Practica hablar inglés en nuestro divertido e informal grupo de conversación!

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

One on One - Computer Assistance

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Career Launchpad & One-on-One Tech Help

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Dungeons and Dragons: The Central Guild

3:00pm - 5:30pm
Adult (18+)
Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Board Game Room (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

It's adventure time!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm - 4:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Afterschool Snacks -- 9/3/2024 through 05/23/2024, M-F

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Afterschool Supersnack

3:30pm - 4:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

3:30pm - 4:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Paper Plane Academy

3:30pm - 4:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Spend some time learning with us in our monthly Spring STEM Series!

This month we will be making different types of Paper Planes! 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

After School STEAM: Biggie Beads Creations!

3:30pm - 4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for a fun session with Biggie Beads! Create colorful designs for Teacher Appreciation or to keep for yourself.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Afterschool Craft: Rainbow Unicorn Paper Plate Craft

3:30pm - 4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Who doesn’t love rainbows? But when you can add in a unicorn as well to join in on the fun, you know you’ve got a winning craft idea on your hands.  This is the perfect activity to keep hands busy and minds creative.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group.

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm - 4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Afterschool Super Snack (Supermerienda extraescolar)

3:30pm - 4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Afterschool Supersnack/ Supermerienda extraescolar

3:30pm - 4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group.

Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

3:45pm - 4:15pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - In Library
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Keyboard Class

4:00pm - 4:45pm
Family
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
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!

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group.

Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Kids Art Studio: May the 4th Be With You

4:00pm - 5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Love Star Wars? Enjoy an afternoon of creating Star Wars themed crafts. 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Springy Straw Hats

4:00pm - 5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Decorate a straw hat to take home with you! The perfect accessory as we transition from spring to summer.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Tech Tutor

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adult (18+)
Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Seniors, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Designed for beginners and those looking to enhance their basic technology skills, this informative one on one tutoring provides a welcoming environment for individuals eager to navigate the digital landscape.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Kid's Movie of the Week

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Family
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Game Day!

4:00pm - 6:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Calling all gamers!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Afterschool STEAM

4:30pm - 5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Thursdays afterschool we explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun and creative projects!

 

Recommended for ages 6 to 11 years old.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.
Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group.

Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Afterschool STEAM with the Girl Scouts!

4:30pm - 5:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

This evening of STEAM will include a special visit from the Girl Scouts of North Texas!

This event is open to the whole family!

Have fun and learn while participating in some unique STEAM activities!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Party Hat Pinatas

4:30pm - 5:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Get ready to pin down some fun and celebrate Cinco de Mayo in style! Kids will craft their very own party hat piñatas, perfect for adding a festive touch to any celebration.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

4:30pm - 7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Required
Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Study Room
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

🎲Your adventuring party awaits!🐉

Once a moon in Preston Hollows where knowledge is kept brave adventures will embark on a quest filled with peril, treasure, and villains. 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Violin Class

5:00pm - 5:15pm
Family
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
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!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

ipad gaming

5:00pm - 6:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Required
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Do you enjoy playing video games?  If so come to the Lancaster-Kiest branch to games such as Roblox, Mario Run, Sonic and much more!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Yarn Art Serapes

5:00pm - 6:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Kids will weave creativity and culture in this engaging and educational craft by creating their own colorful yarn serapes to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Technology and Media Literacy

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Event Details:

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?

This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group.

Swan Strings Guitar Classes

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teen (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Crochet and Create

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Bring your own project to Crochet & Create where you'll have the opportunity to enhance your skills, share ideas, and create something beautiful.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Dungeons and Dragons

5:45pm - 7:45pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons-

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Reading Wiz: Toddler Storytime

6:00pm - 6:30pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Classroom
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for an evening story (or two!) to help your little one practice skills needed to read, communicate, and socialize!

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Adult Craft Night: Marbled Coasters

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Use up some of that old nail polish you have at home and get a beautiful marbled coaster in return!

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

General Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Reading Lounge
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Do you like reading books from a variety of genres? Want to start digging a little deeper into the books you read?

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Lei Day - Hawaiian Lei Craft for Kids

6:00pm - 7:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Embrace the spirit of aloha this Lei Day as we kick off Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a fun and colorful craft!

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Spanish Learners Conversation Table

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup.

This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

The Art of Tea Ceremonies

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

We are proud to present Mariel Ma of Sunshine Studio to demonstrate and speak about traditional tea ceremonies.

This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group.

You're a Poet, Don't You Know It?

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teen (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

This program will inform and discuss different forms of poetry and its unique qualities. Patrons will receive a randomized prompt and practice in the particular form for that session.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Classic Film Club

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Step into a cinematic time machine! Every first Friday of the month, embark on a journey through the golden age of film. Film enthusiasts are invited to relish iconic movies, discover timeless stories, and engage in lively discussions.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

English Language Learning

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
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. 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

English Language Learning

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

GED Class

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class, and no ID is required.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

GED Class

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class and no identification is required. 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Hand Sewing 101

6:00pm - 7:45pm
Adult (18+)
Required
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Swan Strings Guitar Classes (Adult)

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

DiverSci-Fi Book Club: Now Reading "Beautyland" by Marie-Helene Bertino

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adult (18+)
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

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.