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.

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

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!

Fly away with this hummingbird made from your handprint.

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.

Hands on interaction with the Equest Mini Ambassador Horses.  Meet the miniature horses of Equest up close!

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

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.

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.

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.

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 

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.

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. 

Take ownership of your community in a hands-on way, by taking care of the community garden and helping to clean up shared spaces.

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.

Explore works by artists like Rauschenberg and Lichtenstein, then create your own piece inspired by their bold and imaginative styles.

Presented by the Nasher Sculpture Center.

All materials are provided.

Using popsicle sticks, glue, paper, and paint/markers/crayons, participants will create a paper dinosaur of their own. Participants will learn about different dinosaurs and create a craft version of their favorite one to take home. 

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!

Dig into SMART Summer at our Dino-palooza! Learn all about dinosaurs in this hands-on event with fossils, a dino dig, crafts, and more! 

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.

Can you help Scooby and Mystery Inc. solve this mystery? You can make your own Loch Ness Monster to take home with you as you watch Scooby Doo and the Loch Ness Monster. 

The Perot TECH Truck visit will engage youth, elementary age and up, in hands-on, maker-based science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) experiences that foster creativity and confidence.

Who will be the world champion? Watch all the soccer action at the 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.

Create it. Move it. Explore it! Kids will build a paper hand with moving fingers using straws in this fun, hands-on STEM craft.

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. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.

Get ready to get messy as we make our own slime! Participants will learn how to read a recipe, measure ingredients, and combine them together to create unique slime concoctions. 

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

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

Ready to color outside the lines… by following the numbers? Build a personalized color-by-number journal filled with custom pages to complete throughout the summer.

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!

In celebration of Juneteenth we have invited, "Arga Nova" from the Beckles Dancing Company to perform African dance and drumming. 

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!

Enjoy a day with friends as we paint and watch the movie, Toy Story 4. 

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.

We're taking one of our most popular kids events of the summer and doing it for adults!

Join us as we create magical miniature gardens!

All plants and supplies provided.

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.

Story of the Land: Natural Art with Plants: Nature-based markmaking, symbolism, and storytelling through local ecology. Participants will use the natural world as both inspiration and material for storytelling.

Calling all crochet queens, knitting ninjas, embroidery artists, and cross-stitch champs — this one’s for you!

When the sun goes down, creativity comes out to play! Art After Dark invites adults to unwind with simple, nostalgic crafts that spark joy, laughter, and a little childhood magic.

English Language Learning  

English Language Learning  

English Language Learning  

English Language Learning  

Calling all singers, dancers, poets, magicians, instrumentalists--performers of all kinds: On the third Thursday of every month, the Central Library's Division of Arts, Movies and Music hosts an open mic night. Show up, sign up, and show off!

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