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Photography Class

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to take professional photography photos?  Come to our photography class at Lancaster-Kiest where we will have a professional teach you all the skills ...

Required
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 97
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to take professional photography photos?  Come to our photography class at Lancaster-Kiest where we will have a professional teach you all the skills you will need to learn.

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

Watercolor Painting Class

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Spend an afternoon relaxing and brushing up on your art skills with our art instructor Irving. Learn the basics of different aquamedia and how to use/maintain our many art tools un...

Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Spend an afternoon relaxing and brushing up on your art skills with our art instructor Irving. Learn the basics of different aquamedia and how to use/maintain our many art tools until you're ready to pursue your own ideas and art pieces. 

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

Mindfulness and Meditation Series Presents Yoga: A Meditative Practice

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Vickery Park - Auditorium at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

As our first installation of the Mindfulness and Meditation Series, we are partnering with Maria Pacheco of Core Power Yoga to provide a healthy and relaxing medium for patrons to ...

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

As our first installation of the Mindfulness and Meditation Series, we are partnering with Maria Pacheco of Core Power Yoga to provide a healthy and relaxing medium for patrons to improve their overall health and wellness.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Guitar Class

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

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!Classes are 45 minutes and cover ...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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!

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

Author Talk with Don Scarborough

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oak Lawn - Auditorium at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Ready for a hilarious and heartwarming adventure?Don Scarborough, author of Camp Willowswish, will be at the Oak Lawn Branch Library to discuss his quirky, offbeat novel set in the...

Required
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Ready for a hilarious and heartwarming adventure?

This event is in the "Family" group.

Mitotiliztli Yaoyollohtli Dance Performance

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fretz Park - Black Box Theater at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Mitotiliztli Yaoyollohtli will be performing La Danza Mexihka! A cultural and spiritual performance with intricate dances, full regalia, and instrument performances!Mitotiliztli Ya...

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Mitotiliztli Yaoyollohtli will be performing La Danza Mexihka! A cultural and spiritual performance with intricate dances, full regalia, and instrument performances!

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

Letter Writing

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Timberglen - Classroom at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

January the 7th through the 13th is Universal Letter Writing week; to celebrate learn the nuances of traditional letter writing. Address the letter to yourself or a even to a loved...

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

January the 7th through the 13th is Universal Letter Writing week; to celebrate learn the nuances of traditional letter writing. Address the letter to yourself or a even to a loved one.

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

Art is for Everyone

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Park Forest - Auditorium at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Explore different concepts each month with fellow novice artists as we learn, relax, create, and have fun!This month is Vision Boards! Vision Boards are a collection of images, dra...

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

Explore different concepts each month with fellow novice artists as we learn, relax, create, and have fun!

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

Dallas Young Makers Club!

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Teen Spot (2nd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

Create and discover new STEAM technology in our makers series presented by the Dallas Young Makers Club in partnership with the Perot Museum on the 2nd Saturday of every month from...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Teen Spot (2nd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Create and discover new STEAM technology in our makers series presented by the Dallas Young Makers Club in partnership with the Perot Museum on the 2nd Saturday of every month from 1 to 3 p.m.!

Learn how to:

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

Ice Breakers: Public Speaking Workshop

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Join us in working through the number one fear of humans that is public speaking! With this program we aim to provide a safe space for you to work on what it is you would like to f...

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join us in working through the number one fear of humans that is public speaking!

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

Saturday Movies

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library! Note: times, location, and films are subject to change.

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!

 

Note: times, location, and films are subject to change.

This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Prairie Creek - Study Room 1 at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Slay monsters, gather treasure and go on adventures with friends old and new! Dungeons & Dragons sessions, led by Thomas Acebo, meet every second and fourth Saturday of the mon...

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Slay monsters, gather treasure and go on adventures with friends old and new! Dungeons & Dragons sessions, led by Thomas Acebo, meet every second and fourth Saturday of the month. 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Portraits

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Capture a fresh start! Celebrate the arrival of 2025 with a family portrait session that will keep your memories shining all year long. Gather your loved ones, dress up, and strike...

Required
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Capture a fresh start! Celebrate the arrival of 2025 with a family portrait session that will keep your memories shining all year long. Gather your loved ones, dress up, and strike a pose for a keepsake that marks the new year in style!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group.
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group.

Central Chess Club

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:45pm
Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Calling all chess prodigies and aspiring grandmasters! Unlock the timeless allure of chess and embark on a captivating journey of strategic mastery and intellectual camaraderi...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Calling all chess prodigies and aspiring grandmasters! Unlock the timeless allure of chess and embark on a captivating journey of strategic mastery and intellectual camaraderie every other Saturday at 1:00 PM.

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

Knitting and Crochet Club

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:45pm
Grauwyler Park - In Library at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Are you new to knitting or crocheting? Don't worry—all skill levels are welcome, and we're happy to help you learn.Explore your creative side, make new friends and learn a new yarn...

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Seniors
Event Details:

Are you new to knitting or crocheting? Don't worry—all skill levels are welcome, and we're happy to help you learn.

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

Dallas Lace Society

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Forest Green - Classroom 1 at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Curious about the intricacies of lacemaking? Stop by the Forest Green branch library for the Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Society weekly meeting. Newcomers are absolutely welcom...

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Curious about the intricacies of lacemaking? Stop by the Forest Green branch library for the Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Society weekly meeting. Newcomers are absolutely welcome!  

This event is in the "Family" group.

Keyboard Class

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

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!Classes are 45 minutes and cover ...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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!

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

Career Launch Pad

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fretz Park - Lobby at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
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 se...

Required
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Lobby
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
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.

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

Crafternoon: Watercolor Snowflakes

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Forest Green - Children's Area at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

Create textured snowflake art using nothing but glue, salt and watercolor paints. No two snowflakes are alike, so create a design that is as beautiful and unique as those in the sk...

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Create textured snowflake art using nothing but glue, salt and watercolor paints. No two snowflakes are alike, so create a design that is as beautiful and unique as those in the sky with this engaging winter craft. 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Painting Class

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium at Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Learn a new skill with this fun, free painting class on canvas and create your own masterpiece! 

Required
Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn a new skill with this fun, free painting class on canvas and create your own masterpiece! 

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

Kid's Zumba

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

Get those weekend jitters out with this Zumba class, especially for kids! Bring water and a towel because we're about to sweat!

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Get those weekend jitters out with this Zumba class, especially for kids! Bring water and a towel because we're about to sweat!

This event is in the "Family" group.

Violin Class

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

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!Classes are 45 minutes and cover ...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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!

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Game Day

Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Attention all families! Join us for family fun featuring board games, card games, and more!Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Attention all families! Join us for family fun featuring board games, card games, and more!

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

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

Water Color Painting

Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Highland Hills - Classroom B at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Patrons will watercolor their own masterpieces to display in our branch art show!

Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Patrons will watercolor their own masterpieces to display in our branch art show!