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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.

Come Fly With Us!

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Paul Lawrence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - In Library at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

Ever wondered what is it like to fly a drone?  Here is your chance visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch to learn the basics of flying drones.

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Lawrence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Ever wondered what is it like to fly a drone?  Here is your chance visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch to learn the basics of flying drones.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group.

Game Night

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Event Details:

Hang out and play some of your favorite Switch games.

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Hang out and play some of your favorite Switch games.

This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group.

Swan Strings Guitar Classes

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Event Details:

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 shou...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Book Tasting

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Fretz Park - Black Box Theater at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Tired of the same old fantasy novels? Bored of romance? Ready for something new?Find your next favorite genre at our Book Tasting! Take a trip around the genres as we read and rota...

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Tired of the same old fantasy novels? Bored of romance? Ready for something new?

Find your next favorite genre at our Book Tasting! Take a trip around the genres as we read and rotate, noting what we liked best in each!

 

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Reading Wiz: Toddler Storytime

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Skyline - Classroom at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us for an evening story (or two!) to help your little one practice skills needed to read, communicate, and socialize!

Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Classroom
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for an evening story (or two!) to help your little one practice skills needed to read, communicate, and socialize!

This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group.

Summer Bucket List Jars

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Event Details:

Eliminate summer boredom by creating a bucket list in a jar. Write down various goals and activities you wish to accomplish during summer break and store them in your decorated mas...

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Eliminate summer boredom by creating a bucket list in a jar. Write down various goals and activities you wish to accomplish during summer break and store them in your decorated mason jar.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

English Language Learning

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 2 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Swan Strings Guitar Classes (Adult)

Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. . For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as m...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. . For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Baby Basics Storytime

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2 at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

For babies and their caregivers, learn simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants.Suggested ages: 0-18 months 

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

For babies and their caregivers, learn simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants.

Suggested ages: 0-18 months

 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Career Launch Pad

Friday, May 9, 2025 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 (18+)
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 (18+)
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.

 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Senior Show and Tell

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Fretz Park - Classroom 1 at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Seniors
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Grab your favorite book, memento, or knickknack and tell us all about it at our Senior Show and Tell! This is a chance to brag about your cool stuff while connecting with your comm...

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Seniors
Event Details:

Grab your favorite book, memento, or knickknack and tell us all about it at our Senior Show and Tell! This is a chance to brag about your cool stuff while connecting with your community!

 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Career LaunchPad

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Bilingual Storytime / Hora de cuentos

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Oak Lawn - Auditorium at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Stories, songs and rhymes in English AND Spanish to prepare your child to learn to read!Suggested ages: 3 years and younger¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español y ingles para niño...

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Stories, songs and rhymes in English AND Spanish to prepare your child to learn to read!

Suggested ages: 3 years and younger

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español y ingles para niños que quieren leer!

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Toddler Storytime

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Toddler Storytime

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Forest Green - Classroom 1 at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!Suggested ages: 18 months to 3 years old.

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 1
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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 to 3 years old.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Toddler Storytime

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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.

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Toddler Storytime

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2 at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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  *All Storytime's in a week are ...

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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

 

 

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Chair Yoga

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
White Rock Hills - Auditorium at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Get in touch with every part of yourself, from head to toes.Chair yoga isn't only for older adults. It is for anyone that wants to experience transformation with a little more supp...

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Get in touch with every part of yourself, from head to toes.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group.

Toddler Storytime

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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, but all are welcome.

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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, but all are welcome.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

One-on-One Computer Help

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Forest Green - In Library at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Seniors, Technology
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Get computer and tech help at the library! During a one-on-one appointment, a staff member can assist you with: Setting up a device, such as a phone or tablet (bring your own ...

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Seniors, Technology
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Color Me Calm

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of fun as we color our stress away. We will provide the coloring sheets and supplies, but feel free to bring you own. 

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join us for an hour of fun as we color our stress away. We will provide the coloring sheets and supplies, but feel free to bring you own. 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Computer Tutor

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Park Forest - Computer Area at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Technology is a quickly changing aspect of today. Schedule a one hour appointment for one-on-one assistance with basic technology problems and instruction. Appointments are av...

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Mahjong Club

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 11:30am - 2:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

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 mahjo...

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

American Mahjong

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
White Rock Hills - In Library at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others! Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment. 

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Seniors
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!

 

Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.