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.

Summer Camp

English Language Learning 

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. 

Our notary has appointments available! Please make an appointment within a day/time listed below.

Appointments are available during these days/times. 
Wednesday 2-3:30 pm
Thursday  10-11:30 am
Friday 10-11:30 am

Make a paper rocket, use a digital microscope, and make real electric circuits! These are just three of the STEM stations you can find at the Perot Museum's Community Science Meet Up!

Need assistance applying for government benefits?
Trained, bilingual assistants from the Community Council of Greater Dallas are available to help you complete applications for SNAP, Medicaid, CHIP, and more.

Caregivers, bring your baby to listen to simple rhymes, songs and books that stimulate infants. Suggested ages: 0 to 18 months

Sponsored by Atmos Energy. 

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

Use cotton balls as stamps to make a piece of Baa-utiful art!

Hear stories, sing songs, and have fun as we practice the skills you need to be ready to read! Suggested ages: 18 months – 3 years 

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 0 to preschool 

Cuentos, canciones y rimas en español e inglés para prepararse para leer! Edades recomendadas: de 0 a preescolar 

Visit the Pleasant Grove branch every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. for Bilingual Storytime!​

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

Tiny hands, big imaginations! Preschool Picassos is a playful art adventure where little creators explore colors, shapes, and textures through simple crafts perfect for early learners.

Join Carter BloodCare in the parking lot of the Kleberg Rylie Branch Library!   As a thank-you donors will receive a gift, while supplies last. 

Get computer, tech and career help at the library! During a one-on-one appointment, a staff member can assist you with: 

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.

Refuel 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.

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.

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.

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.

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.

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.

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.

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.

Refuel in the summer with a free nutritious lunch for ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified.

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.

English Language Learning 

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!

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. 

Become a garden engineer! Explore the science of nature as you investigate how plants, soil, and insects interact. Build your own mini-ecosystem model in this hands-on STEM adventure.

Need help formatting a document? Setting up and sending an email? Want to know how your home computer works, or get to know your new phone?

Forget the traditional classroom—the Dallas Arboretum is bringing the wonders of science and nature directly to you.

English Language Learning  

English Language Learning  

This Beginner Job Skills Class is designed to help participants develop the essential skills needed to enter the workforce.

This program will be a shared coloring program where our participants will draw their own pictures of dinosaurs, and/or color in pictures of dinosaurs that we will provide.

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!

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.

Get ready for a creative adventure at Craft-er Noon! Kids and their families are invited to the Youth Discovery Center to dive into a fun-filled afternoon of hands-on crafting, imagination, and colorful creations.

Develop your artistic skills, expand your creative thinking, and cultivate fun exploration as the Dallas Museum of Art encourages us to express our creativity through a hands-on art project that relates to the theme

Stretch those creative muscles by designing and painting a unique puzzle, and then putting it together!

This program is made possible by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified.

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.

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

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.

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.

Join us in playing the Nostalgic game of Jacks and signing up for SMART Summer Reading Challenge.

It's adventure time!

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.

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer snacks to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified.

Refuel in the summer 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.

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.

Event Details

This is a hands-on, creativity-packed Lego program designed to spark imagination and build problem-solving skills in kids!

Thursdays afternoons we explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math with fun projects and activities.

Part of SMART Summer. Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library

Get creative and make this summer count! Participants will create a personalized junk journal using recycled materials while learning simple collage and journaling techniques.

Calling all gamers! Come and meet, chat, play and challenge fellow video game lovers. Every Thursday we will have our gaming system available and will be hosting gaming sessions.

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!

Need a little extra support as you prepare for the GED? Our bilingual tutoring class is a space where you can ask questions, get extra practice, and receive help with anything related to the GED.

Are you interested in learning how to play mahjong? Are you already a master looking for some new competition? All skill levels are welcome at our Mahjong Club!

Kickoff the summer of soccer with crafts, activities, and fun for the whole family. Experience the FC Dallas Soccer Tour with interactive games and the chance to win a prize!

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.

Pride (Adults Only) Story Hour delivers books, beats, and big queer energy in a gloriously over-the-top celebration of LGBTQ+ stories.

Bring your craft project and socialize while you work. Portable crafts of all types welcome. Electrical outlets are available.

If you don't have a project, library staff can teach the basics of crochet! 

Take advantage of the library’s Career Launch Pad service! Book a one-on-one session with a library staff person to help you with your job search.

Glyphs as Symbols of Culture & Self: Participants will explore Indigenous and ancient writing systems—such as Maya glyphs, Nsibidi symbols from Nigeria, Adinkra from Ghana, and modern graƯiti tags—as visual languages that hold

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

Ukulele club is for anyone aged 13 and up who wants to work on their ukulele skills, learn new songs, socialize with other musicians, and just jam out. No prior experience required. 

English Language Learning  

English Language Learning  

English Language Learning  

English Language Learning  

If you want to meet people that also love knitting, embroidery, crocheting etc - The Fiber Arts Collective is perfect for you!

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. .