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Pride In Print Exhibit

Pride In Print

All Day 6/1 - 9/28
Central Library - In Library (7th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Come celebrate Pride by viewing our Pride In Print exhibit on display on the 7th floor J. Erik Jonsson Central Library now through September, celebrat...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Come celebrate Pride by viewing our Pride In Print exhibit on display on the 7th floor J.

At a kitchen table, a pre-teen girl adds salt to a bowl of beaten eggs. Her father stands next to her indicating to add "just a pinch."

In the Kitchen With Dallas Public Library

All Day 6/15 - 7/30
Community Events
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Seniors
Event Details:

Whether you are a seasoned home chef or just starting to explore the joys of cooking, these classes are tailored to enhance your culinary skills and broaden your culinary horizons....

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Whether you are a seasoned home chef or just starting to explore the joys of cooking, these classes are tailored to enhance your culinary skills and broaden your culinary horizons.

Calming Corner

07/05/2024 @ 11:00am to 07/31/2024 @ 4:00pm
Timberglen - In Library at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Come in for the book selection, stay for the mind games and coloring activities. Designed to let you get a taste of all the library has to offer but with none of the social interac...

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Come in for the book selection, stay for the mind games and coloring activities. Designed to let you get a taste of all the library has to offer but with none of the social interaction.

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Exhibition by Cubby

07/05/2024 @ 9:00pm to 08/31/2024 @ 5:00pm
Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Discover a world of creativity and expression, showcasing the works of talented artist Cubby. Join us for an immersive journey through diverse styles and mediums, from abstract to ...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Discover a world of creativity and expression, showcasing the works of talented artist Cubby. Join us for an immersive journey through diverse styles and mediums, from abstract to realism.

A stack of cut fabric pieces – blue gingham, small polka dots on green and large polka dots on red - sit under the presser foot of a sewing machine.

That's Sew Creative - Learn to Sew at the Library!

All Day 7/20 - 9/30
Community Events
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

  Inspired Aging Workshop Series presents "That's Sew Creative," a series of sewing workshops that is open to sewists of all skill levels. Classes will center around a diff...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

 

Scavenger Hunt - Olympic Sports

All Day 7/22 - 7/27
Audelia Road - Lobby at Audelia Road Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Embark on an exciting scavenger hunt at the library! Each month, explore the nooks and crannies of the library to uncover the hidden pictures! Once you've found them all, stop by t...

Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Lobby
Age Group: Family, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Embark on an exciting scavenger hunt at the library! Each month, explore the nooks and crannies of the library to uncover the hidden pictures! Once you've found them all, stop by the information desk for a special prize!

JIgsaw

Community Jigsaw Puzzle

07/22/2024 @ 9:00am to 07/27/2024 @ 5:00pm
Preston Royal - Puzzle Area at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Take a break and relax while putting together our Community Jigsaw Puzzle.

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Puzzle Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Take a break and relax while putting together our Community Jigsaw Puzzle.

Smithsonian logo, colored shapes

The Bias Inside Us: Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition

All Day 7/25 - 8/25
Central Library - Community Showcase (1st Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Family, Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Visit the Smithsonian at the library, with a traveling exhibition on the science of bias! Bias is defined as a preference or prejudice and it lives inside us all. If you're hu...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Community Showcase (1st Floor)
Age Group: Family, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Visit the Smithsonian at the library, with a traveling exhibition on the science of bias! Bias is defined as a preference or prejudice and it lives inside us all. If you're human, you're biased.

Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day
Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Featured
Age Group:
Adult
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 resi...

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot
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 calend

detective hat, magnifying glass, notebook

Olympics Scavenger Hunt

All Day 7/27 - 7/31
Skillman Southwestern - In Library at Skillman Southwestern Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Embark on an exciting scavenger hunt at the library! Explore the nooks and crannies of the library to uncover the hidden pictures as you learn about the various sports and games fe...

Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - In Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Embark on an exciting scavenger hunt at the library! Explore the nooks and crannies of the library to uncover the hidden pictures as you learn about the various sports and games feature in the Summer Olympics.

Senior Walking Club

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 8:00am - 9:00am
Skillman Southwestern - Lobby at Skillman Southwestern Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Early Saturday mornings are the perfect time for some social interaction accompanied by light physical activity. We will meet in the library parking lot, set off for path in The Vi...

Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - Lobby
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Early Saturday mornings are the perfect time for some social interaction accompanied by light physical activity. We will meet in the library parking lot, set off for path in The Village, and finish back up at the library as it opens.

Bilingual Storytime (Hora de Cuentos)

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy, Español
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under ¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español y ingles para niños que quier...

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Early Literacy, Español
Event Details:

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English 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

Community Cooking Class

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Skyline - Classroom at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

**DUE TO SCHEDULING CONFLICTS, THE CLASS WILL NOW BE HELD AT 9:30 AM ON JULY 27TH.** We apologize for any inconvenience   An exciting culinary adventure awaits at the...

Required
Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Classroom
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

**DUE TO SCHEDULING CONFLICTS, THE CLASS WILL NOW BE HELD AT 9:30 AM ON JULY 27TH.**

We apologize for any inconvenience

 

Book

Addictive Books at Union: Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Events
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Sip your favorite brew as Addictive Books explores captivating stories, shares diverse perspectives, and creates a haven for bookworms once a month on Saturday at Union Coffee in O...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Sip your favorite brew as Addictive Books explores captivating stories, shares diverse perspectives, and creates a haven for bookworms once a month on Saturday at Union Coffee in Oak Lawn.

This month's read: To

Career Launch Pad

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Age Group:
Adult
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...

Required
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
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.

 

Fire Safety Workshop

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Grauwyler Park - In Library at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Learn about fire safety from the City of Dallas Fire-Rescue, Fire Prevention presenter. This will be an opportunity to ask questions and learn how to protect your home and those yo...

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Learn about fire safety from the City of Dallas Fire-Rescue, Fire Prevention presenter.

Image advertising this program every 2nd and 4th Saturday from January 13th to May 25th.

Spanish / English Language Exchange

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Arcadia Park - In Library at Arcadia Park Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Come practice Spanish and help English learners at the language exchange. You will chitchat with fellow learners and discuss topics like travel, food, sports, and more with the hel...

Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Come practice Spanish and help English learners at the language exchange.

English class.

English Language Learning

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Timberglen - Classroom at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult
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. ...

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. 

GED Class

Miercoles - GED en español / Saturday - English Language Learning

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium at Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning, GED
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Los miércoles - Está invitado a asistir a clases gratuitas de preparación para el GED en español en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. El registro está disponible en clase y no ...

Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning, GED
Event Details:

Los miércoles - Está invitado a asistir a clases gratuitas de preparación para el GED en español en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. El registro está disponible en clase y no se requiere identificación.

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Artful Adventures: Family Art Day

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Welcome to Artful Adventures: Family Art Day, where creativity knows no bounds and imagination runs wild! Join us for a morning of artistic exploration and family bonding. From pai...

Required
Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Welcome to Artful Adventures: Family Art Day, where creativity knows no bounds and imagination runs wild! Join us for a morning of artistic exploration and family bonding.

Forest Green Tabletop Brigade Flyer

Forest Green Tabletop Brigade

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Forest Green - In Library at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Grab your dice and bag of tricks and stop by the Forest Green Branch Library's bimonthly Dungeons and Dragons event! Choose from premade characters or build your own. Characters...

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Required
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Grab your dice and bag of tricks and stop by the Forest Green Branch Library's bimonthly Dungeons and Dragons event!

math tutoring flier

IntelliChoice K-12 Math Tutoring

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fretz Park - Classroom 1 at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Free K-12 math tutoring! IntelliChoice offers math tutoring every Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. beginning April 20th, led by Prof. Gil Lee from the University of Tex...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Free K-12 math tutoring! IntelliChoice offers math tutoring every Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. beginning April 20th, led by Prof. Gil Lee from the University of Texas.

 

Loom Knitting

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Prairie Creek - Study Room 1 at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

A space created to learn a new skill, share patterns, and socialize while knitting.

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
A space created to learn a new skill, share patterns, and socialize while knitting.
Rainbow colors of yarn balls

Yarn Arts

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Creek - Study Room at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adult
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...

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.