Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Outdoor Grassy Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Featured
Event Details:
In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to residents of the City of Dallas throughout the remainder of 2024 calendar ...

GED Classes with the Wilkinson Center

9:00am - 1:30pm
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: GED
Event Details:
Free adult high school equivalency and career readiness preparation class with the Wilkinson Center. Register here: http://cutt.ly/newclient For more information about the Wilkinson Center visit: www.wilkinsoncenter.org ...

FREE Tax Aid

9:00am - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Study Room 2
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:
Help is first come, first served.  469.490.2144 IRS Certified Preparers are here to help you with current and prior year’s federal tax returns; Amendments to previously filed tax returns; IRS letter queries; ITIN applications and renewals;...

FREE Tax Help

9:00am - 2:30pm
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classrooms 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:
FREE Tax Help IRS Certified Preparers are here to help you with current and prior year’s federal tax returns; Amendments to previously filed tax returns; IRS letter queries; ITIN applications and renewals; Tax returns for Foreign Students & No...

Free Tax Assistance/Asistencia de Impuestos Gratis

9:00am - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:
Community Tax Centers, A program of Foundation Communities   IRS Certified Preparers will be here to help with: Current and prior year's federal tax returns, Amendments to previously filed tax returns, Help answering IRS letters, ITIN a...

Free Tax Assistance/Asistencia de Impuestos Gratis

9:00am - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:
Community Tax Centers, A program of Foundation Communities   IRS Certified Preparers will be here to help with: Current and prior year's federal tax returns, Amendments to previously filed tax returns, Help answering IRS letters, ITIN a...

Computer Help

10:00am - 11:00am
Required
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
1 on 1 dedicated computer help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you with your computer skills, accessing social services, connectivity, job applications, creating a resume and more.     ...

Creative Writing Club

10:00am - 11:30am
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
The Central Library is hosting a creative writing club every first and third Saturday of the month! We hope to build a supportive group that provides accountability, helps you stay motivated, and shares in the joys and woes of creative writing. ...

English Language Learning

10:00am - 11:30am
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - 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. Regístrese durante la clase.&nbs...

English Language Learning

10:00am - 11:30am
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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.  Clases de inglés gratis. Todos son bienvenidos. Sin tarjeta de biblioteca o identificación. requerido. Regístrese dura...

Free Math Tutoring K-12

10:00am - 12:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Conference Room
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:
Sign up to receive FREE math tutoring for grades K-12 at the North Oak Cliff Branch Library. Must register online to participate. Email contact for more information. This program is hosted by IntelliChoice ...

IntelliChoice Math Tutoring

10:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Study Room A
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! Intellichoice offers math tutoring every Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. beginning September 16 led by Prof. Gil Lee from the University of Texas.   Intellichoice, Inc www.intellichoice.o...

IntelliChoice Math Tutoring

10:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Teen Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Early Literacy, GED
Event Details:
Sign up to receive free math tutoring! Intellichoice offers math tutoring beginning Sept 10th.  Saturdays, 10:00am - 12:00 pm It is required to register at their website: www.intellichoice.org/signup (please copy and paste link into t...

Intellichoice Math Tutoring

10:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Are you having trouble in Math?   Get FREE tutoring Saturdays 10am - 12pm from Intellichoice Math Tutors.  Available for all students up to grade 12.   Pre-registration is required so go to https://intellichoice.org/ ...

IntelliChoice Math Tutoring K-12

10:00am - 12:00pm
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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. Registration is required at: https://www.intellichoice.org/students/ Email info@intellichoice.org for more information. This program is hos...

Yarn Arts

10:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
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. No matter your skill ...

English as a Second Language Course / Curso de Ingles como Segundo Idioma

10:00am - 1:00pm
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:
English as a Second Language Classes are every Saturday. Curso de Ingles como Segundo Idioma Las clases son todos los Sábados. ...

Career LaunchPad

10:00am - 4:00pm
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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.  ...

Preschool Prom

10:30am - 11:30am
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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Reading Lounge
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Wear your finest garments and have a ball at Audelia Road's Preschool Prom! Dance on our bubble wrap dance floor, listen to some tunes, and take your child's first prom photo! Take part in a craft and play a few games while you're at it! Intended for...

Story Hour with Tiffany Haddish

10:30am - 11:30am
Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Children's Play Area (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Featured
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
Enjoy a special children's story hour with guest storyteller, Tiffany Haddish! We are excited to welcome author, actress and standup comedian, Tiffany Haddish, as she reads her children’s book, Layla: the Last Black Unicorn. A fun unicorn cra...

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
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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 - 11:30am
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Children's Area
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, 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
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Children's Area
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. ...

English Language Class

10:30am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:
Free English classes. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés -  ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ...

English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:
Free English classes. Start anytime. All are welcome!   Clases de inglés gratuitas. ¡Empieza en cualquier momento! ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ...

English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
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. Regístrese durante la clase.&nbs...

English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
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. Regístrese durante la clase...

English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom B (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:
Free English classes. Start anytime. All are welcome!   Clases de inglés gratuitas. ¡Empieza en cualquier momento! ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ...

English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - 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. Regístrese dura...
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English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting 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.  Clases de inglés gratis. Todos son bienvenidos. Sin tarjeta de biblioteca o identificación. requerido. Regístrese durante la clase.&nbs...

Future Stallions Bilingual Read and Play

10:30am - 12:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:
Join on Saturday for special hour of read and play! Stories and songs will be performed in both English and Spanish!  Although any all preschool participants and parents in Dallas are welcomed, this is also a wonderful opportunity to network ...

Music and Movement for Pre Schoolers

11:00am - 11:30am
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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
On the second Saturday of each month, we get together to do a special Music and Movement class for toddlers and preschoolers! This class includes singing dancing use of rhythm instruments practicing fine and gross motor movements  ...

Computer Tutor

11:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:
Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having. Thursdays & Saturdays, by appointment only. ...

Eclipse Craft: 3D Solar System Model

11:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Prepare for the upcoming total solar eclipse by creating your very own 3D Solar System Model! Get more familiar with your planets in the science-themed craft. Don't forget to pick up a pair of solar eclipse glasses, so you can safely view this upcomi...

Guided Meditation

11:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Courtyard
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Life is busy and overwhelming. The stress of day-to-day life builds and grows within us. Take time for yourself and join us as we check in with ourselves, identify where in our bodies we are storing stress and tension, and attempt to let it go ...

English Language Learning

11:00am - 12:30pm
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B
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. Regístrese durante la clase.&nbs...

Search vs. Research - Dallas Genealogical Society

11:00am - 12:30pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Dallas Genealogical Society board member Barbara Coakley, will be this month's featured speaker, presenting on search vs. research. Searching is just one step in the research process. Barbara will present a case study based on a family stor...

Career Launchpad: Computer Basics

11:00am - 1:00pm
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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Computer Area
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Event Details:
Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance, help with resumes, and job applications. ...

Watercolor Lanterns for Seniors

11:00am - 1:00pm
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Create your own watercolor lantern. This is a true DIY project. You can make it multicolored or stay within a specific hue of your choice. Show off your own unique style.  This is a senior program aimed at participants at least 50 years ...

AARP Tax Assistance/Asistencia de Impuestos

11:00am - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:
Reserve online / Reservar cita en línea: https://taxaide.aarpfoundation.org FREE in-person tax assistance through trained volunteers. Assistance is geared toward people with low-to-moderate income, persons with disabilities, the elderly and limite...

Audelia Road Library Friends Book Sale

11:00am - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
The Audelia Road Library Friends are holding their long-awaited Book Sale! Buy a bag from the Audelia Road Library Friends for $20 and fill it with books at no additional cost!* If you are a member of the ARLF you can begin shopping at 10 a.m. ...

Eclipse Crafts

12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Discover the fascinating world of eclipses in a fun and creative way! This special library program is designed for school-age kids who are curious about the upcoming eclipse. We'll embark on a journey into space, exploring the science and wonder behi...

Heard Museum: GeoGlobe!

12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
The Earth isn’t the only planet keeping our sun company! This presentation will use a digital globe and movement activities to journey out to our sun and its planets.  We’ll also see how solar and lunar eclipses happen, and we’ll pay particul...

Scent Craft: Creating Sachets

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Dive into the world of Scent Craft, an engaging adult program designed to explore the art of creating exquisit...

Young Artists: Drawing Class

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Are you new to drawing and sketching? Want to learn the fundamentals every artist needs to start their journey? Sign up and come learn the basics, we will be focusing on the fundamentals all artists need to know. Shape, form, perspective, value, a...

Citizenship Class

12:00pm - 1:30pm
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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.  Clases de ciudadanía gratis. Todos son bienvenidos. Sin tarjeta de biblioteca o identificación. requerido. Regíst...

Educational Eclipse Event

12:00pm - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:
Join Texas Native Health and receive a free pair of Eclipse glasses (while supplies last), speak with astronomers, learn safety information and what to expect, and enjoy an eclipse themed crafting session! ...

Poetry Slam

12:30pm - 1:30pm
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Explore the art of poetry at our Poetry Slam event! Engage in various creative stations where you can craft black-out poetry, haikus, and more. If you prefer, you can also read and share famous poems from our collection. This event is open to all age...
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Queeneth Room B

12:30pm - 2:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Study Room B
Purpose of Meeting
study  ...

Frontiers of Flight Museum: Sun, Earth, & Moon System

1:00pm - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Daily and seasonal patterns and changes in our sky are explained as students observe the Sun, Earth, and Moon system from different perspectives. Comparing the characteristics of each body helps students better understand the states of matter, effect...

Basket Weaving Workshop

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Required
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Discover the therapeutic art of basket weaving with our guided adult program. Unwind, create beautiful baskets, and connect with a like-minded community while mastering this age-old craft. No prior experience is required! ...

English Language Learning

1:00pm - 2:30pm
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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. Regístrese dura...

Abstract Painting Workshop

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Learn about abstract painting and make your own abstract acrylic painting with us! This art workshop is led by local sculptor and artist Jessica Bell. This program is sponsored by the Dallas Office of Arts and Culture. ...

BYOI (Bring Your Own Items) Family Tie Dye Workshop

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 36
Event Details:
Get ready to splash, swirl, and create your very own tie-dye masterpiece at our BYOI (Bring Your Own Item) Tie-Dye Workshop! During this colorful adventure, participants can bring their plain white T-shirts, socks, or other fabric items and t...

Movie Saturdays

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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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. ...

Painting with the Library

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 57
Event Details:
You are invited to an exciting experience! Enjoy painting, friends, and a good time! Registrants receive a painting kit to be picked up at the Polk Wisdom Branch. If you don't receive a painting kit, you can purchase the following supplies a...

Park Forest Game Day!

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Come join the Park Forest Regulars as we enjoy the monthly Game Day!  Drive with Mario and his friends as we go Karting on the Switch! ...

Timberglen Writers Circle

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Led by a representative from Carrollton League of Writers, we'll meet once a month to discuss the writing process, share tips, and be in community with fellow writers. Seeking feedback on a work in progress? You can bring in a section or sample to re...

Saturday Game Days

1:00pm - 3:30pm
Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Board Game Room (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:
It's adventure time! The Dallas Public Library is excited to host an ongoing game day at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library. These events will be available to all patrons, and welcoming to all skill levels. Players are encouraged to grab their fr...

Container Gardening

1:30pm - 2:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:
Which Texas plants make good roommates and which hog the bed? Learn from our expert from Dallas County Master Gardeners! A bit about our presenter: CA thought she was a good gardener until she came to Dallas and had to deal with heat, drou...

Cine en familia: Wall-E

1:30pm - 3:30pm
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Una delicia de animación CGI ganadora de un Oscar, ambientada en una Tierra baldía hacia el año 2800, donde el último robot del planeta, un centenario compactador de basura llamado WALL-E, se enamora de una elegante androide de alta tecnología. ...
Cancelled

Gameday!

1:30pm - 3:30pm
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
As part of our Saturday Family Event Series, Gameday! will consist of our board games, card games, and life-size floor games, for families and friends to enjoy together.   ...

Books & Brews- Maid

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 61
Event Details:
This is an event for people over the age of 21 and registration is encouraged! Enjoy a local brew as we discuss Stephanie Land's Maid. Here is an Amazon Summary:  Maid is an emotionally raw, masterful account of Stephanie's years spen...

Career Launch Pad

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Registration 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. We're here to help you learn the ...
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Doc Grimes Magic Show (Doc Grimes show de magia-Bilingue)

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Courtyard
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
This program has been rescheduled to Saturday, May 25th @ 2:00 PM.  We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you! Este programa se ha reprogramado para el sábado 25 de mayo a las 2pm. Nos disculpamos por las molestias. Gracias! Delightf...

Eclipse Craft: Galaxy Slime

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Prepare for the upcoming total solar eclipse by creating your very own galaxy-themed slime! Practice your chemistry and measuring skills in this engaging craft, and don't forget to pick up a pair of solar eclipse glasses, so you can view this upcomin...

Solar Eclipse Crafts

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Dive into the wonders of the cosmos with our Solar Eclipse Crafts program! Discover the science behind solar eclipses and celestial phenomena while unleashing your creativity. Construct Moon Phase Spinners to visualize the various lunar stages in ...

Kid's Painting Club

2:00pm - 3:30pm
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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.  With each session, children discover new techniques...

Tejer y Conversar: Grupo Social para Seniors

2:00pm - 3:45pm
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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. Es la oportunidad perfecta para disfrutar de una tarde de tejido mientras intercambia...

1-on-1 Computer Help

2:30pm - 3:30pm
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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:
Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance. By Appointment only. Please call 214-670-7128 and book your appointment. ...

Shelf-Care Book Club

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Seed Library (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Shelf-Care is a book club for people who want to read about building good habits, overcoming obstacles, and reaching self-actualization. Fiction and non-fiction books will be chosen monthly. April's meeting is a continuing discussion on Atlas of t...

Computer Help

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
1 on 1 dedicated computer help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you with your computer skills, accessing social services, connectivity, job applications, creating a resume and more.     ...

Frontiers of Flight Museum: My Moon My Sky

3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Celebrate the Eclipse and learn about the different types of stars (including our Sun), Earth, and Moon by comparing size, color, and position. Zooming in on the Moon, we complete a lunar month identifying the Moon’s phases and surface composition. ...