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

*All Storytime's in a week are the same*

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.

• 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 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.

Calling all knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, sewing and fiber arts enthusiasts!   Bring your projects and materials for a morning "in stitches" with other fiber craft artists.  All skill levels are welcome! 

As part of the Dallas Arboretum's free STEM Stops program, staff will set up an activity that will allow children to interact and learn about how pollinators can see in different wavelengths of light and how plants have adapted UV patterns to help

Trained VITA VOLUNTEER tax filers will be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits. Remember to bring all of your important tax documents including any W-2s.

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

Stories, songs and rhymes 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

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.

Sponsored by Atmos Energy. 

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

*All Storytime's in a week are the same*

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

Children of all abilities and their families learn and explore through play by participating in sensory-rich activities that promote healthy development and learning.

Recommended for ages 2-5.

Get ready for kindergarten with books, movement, rhymes and music.

Suggested ages: 3 - 6

Guide your toddler or preschooler through various fine motor and early literacy activities that will help prepare them for school.

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read.  Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!

Suggested Ages: 18 months - 5 years old.

Enjoy an inviting space where you and your child can learn, play, and socialize with others in the community every Tuesday. Listen to stories, move to the music, and have fun! 

Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old.

Stories, songs and rhymes 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.

CARDBoard Project is here to help connect you to job search assistance, housing resources, access to essentials, and more. 

Stop by for a one-on-one session to help you meet your needs every Tuesday on the 6th floor.

Kids are invited to come to the library for a specialized reading time. They can get to know new friends, earn reading time and activity time for SMART summer reading, and even do a craft or two. Don't miss out on the summer fun!

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

The Juneteenth Hat Craft teaches kids about the significance of Juneteenth and the importance of freedom and equality.

Celebrate history through poetry and art. Reflect on the meaning of Juneteenth while crafting a self reflecting poem and creative project that honors its significance.

Join our monthly scavenger hunt at the library! New clues and hidden treasures every month come explore, solve, and win fun prizes. Don’t miss out on the adventure!

3…2…1…BLAST OFF! Get ready to launch your very own straw rocket into the air and explore the thrilling world of rocket science and basic aerodynamics! Kids will learn how rockets fly, why they soar, and what makes them go farther.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Welcome to our Lunch and Learn series where we will invite local experts to discuss topics of interest from history to philosophy to science and more.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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

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. 

Get summer ready by making your own paper bag kite!

All materials supplied! Take home your creation!

Prepárate para el verano haciendo tu propia papalote de bolsa de papel.

The City of Dallas Code Compliance Department will be at Fretz Park providing information and answering questions!

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

Your children are out of school!  Stop by the Lancaster Kiest branch for our summer block buster movie program.  

Looking to play Mahjong in a relaxed, friendly environment? We're a club that meets Tuesdays and Fridays to socialize and play games of a beginner-friendly Chinese version of mahjong with optional scoring.

Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library!

(Crochet...if you must...)

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

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!

Share your creativity as we get crafty every Tuesday afternoon!

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.

Practice speaking English in our fun and casual conversation group!

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

Get ready for a colorful and mesmerizing art adventure! In this project, kids will explore the fun technique of paper marbling, using special inks, shaving foam, and creative swirling patterns to design their own one-of-a-kind marbled paper.

Of the more than 1 million named species of insects, fewer than 1 percent are pests. Come learn about the benefits of insects in the garden and what we can do to help them.

Experience the joy of crocheting techniques, styles, and practices while learning the basics of how to crochet.

Materias needed for class: 

Sewing Tread

Quilting Thread

Quilting Pins

Drawn Pattern

Want to build and launch your own paper rocket? Learn about miniature robotic technology? The Perot Museum is coming to the library for a hands-on station-based STEM workshop!

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Celebrate all the colors of the rainbow by creating friendship bracelets.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

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.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

It's Dinosaur Week, so throughout the week we will be learning about dinosaurs with our various activities. During our afternoon craft this week, we will be using pasta to create dinosaur skeletons. How many bones do different dinosaurs have?

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!

Let words flow and creativity shine in a poetry workshop led by Dallas’ Poet Laureate, Dr. Mag Gabbert! This inspiring session will dive into the art of self-expression through poetry, exploring rhythm, imagery, and personal voice.

Patrons will have the opportunity to express themselves and show their creativity with our DIY Book Nook Kit. These projects often depict a fairytale setting or cityscape and use some type of lighting to enhance the atmosphere.

Bring your stuffed animal to the library, listen to a story, and leave your stuffies at the library overnight for a "sleepover". YDC staff will take pictures of all the things the stuffies get up to that night. 

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

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!

Unleash your creativity in this relaxed and beginner-friendly drawing class!

It's the perfect blend of simple strategy and social interaction! Learn how to play Chinese Mahjong and develop the skills and know-how to master the game, every week! Don't know a thing about the game? No problem!

Clash on! A new Bi-Weekly Magic: The Gathering Program at the Dallas Public Library. Bring your commander decks for an evening of fun, flinging cards with new friends. Games are free for all and welcome old and new players.

Capture the beauty of a summer Texas sunset and leave with a new skill. Ever wanted to try your hand at oil pastels? Come explore this vibrant, hands-on medium in a relaxed, creative environment.

Create a miniature fairy world that can fit on your bookshelf! Use provided materials to design and create a window into a fantasy garden, complete with fairy figurines, lights, plants and more.

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup. This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels. 

Prepare to be amazed as Checkers the Magician brings a night of mind-blowing tricks and enchanting entertainment! Families will be dazzled by jaw-dropping illusions, sleight-of-hand surprises, and plenty of laughter along the way.

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. 

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. 

The Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever 2025 will be here before you can sing "You know it's me, Cathy". That's why we're offering three different nights to practice the steps from the video.

Is Duolingo not cutting it anymore? Try our in-person Spanish class!

This program is sponsored by the White Rock Hills Library Friends.

The Renner Frankford Library Book Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:45 - 8:00 pm, except during major holidays.