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Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Event Details:

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult C...

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

craft

After School Craft - Chinese New Year Drums!

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

Come have fun and get creative with some fun after-school crafts while getting to make new friends. All materials will be provided and you can take home your creations!Ven a d...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come have fun and get creative with some fun after-school crafts while getting to make new friends. 

All materials will be provided and you can take home your creations!

Afterschool Craft- Color Block Paintings

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

Paint a cute and unique color-blocked painting to hang in your room!

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Paint a cute and unique color-blocked painting to hang in your room!

Ukulele Class

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Vickery Park - Auditorium at Vickery Park Branch
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: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
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!

ukulele class group picture

Beginner Adult Ukulele

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn an instrument? Ukuele is a great place to start! Explore the joy of playing the ukulele in this 8-week long workshop for beginner adults. We will lear...

Required
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn an instrument? Ukuele is a great place to start! Explore the joy of playing the ukulele in this 8-week long workshop for beginner adults.

After School Karaoke

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium at Polk-Wisdom Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Event Details:

Show off your singing skills. Challege your friends in a karaoke sing off.

Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Show off your singing skills. Challege your friends in a karaoke sing off.

Central Commander Club

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library - Classroom D (6th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Clash on! A new monthly Magic: The Gathering Program at the Dallas Public Library. Bring your commander decks for an evening of fun, flinging cards with new friends. Games are free...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom D (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Clash on! A new monthly Magic: The Gathering Program at the Dallas Public Library. Bring your commander decks for an evening of fun, flinging cards with new friends. Games are free for all and welcome old and new players.

Mindful Fusion

Mindful Fusion

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

A dance and movement class focusing on a variety of dance styles and movement practices. All levels are welcome to come explore and expand their personal movement vocabulary. 

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

A dance and movement class focusing on a variety of dance styles and movement practices. All levels are welcome to come explore and expand their personal movement vocabulary. 

ArtsActivate 2025 Bilingual In-Person Information Session by The Office of Arts and Culture, City of Dallas

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Forest Green - Classroom 1 & 2 at Forest Green Branch
Purpose of Meeting:

The Office of Arts and Culture hosts in the community in-person sessions for the how-to application process of funding programs.

Forest Green - Classroom 1 & 2
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 1 & 2
Purpose of Meeting

The Office of Arts and Culture hosts in the community in-person sessions for the how-to application process of funding programs.

The words "Habla Español" on a white background

Spanish Learners Conversation Table

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Study Room A at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Español
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup. This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels. 

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Español
Event Details:

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup. This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels. 

Super Bowl 59

Super Bowl Pregame

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

Come to Lancaster Kiest branch as we discuss Super Bowl 59!  Which team is going to win?  Will look at sports analyst, sports highlights and have discussions on who is go...

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Come to Lancaster Kiest branch as we discuss Super Bowl 59!  Which team is going to win?  Will look at sports analyst, sports highlights and have discussions on who is going to win.

embroidery kit

Embroidery 101

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Unravel the fun of embroidery and stitch your way to a new hobby! Discover the basics of hand embroidery and practice essential stitches that will have you threading your way throu...

Required
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Unravel the fun of embroidery and stitch your way to a new hobby! Discover the basics of hand embroidery and practice essential stitches that will have you threading your way through any project.

English class

English Language Learning

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
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 biblio...

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
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. 

English class.

English Language Learning

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
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 bi...

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
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. 

English class.

English Language Learning

Tuesday, January 28, 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
GED Class

GED Class

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Highland Hills - Classroom A at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class, and no ID is required.

Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class, and no ID is required.

GED Class

GED Class

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class and no identification is required. 

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class and no identification is required. 

GED Class

GED en español

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Prairie Creek - Auditorium at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

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 identific...

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

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. 

Spanish Class

Tuesday, January 28, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Español
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Is Duolingo not cutting it anymore? Try our in-person Spanish class! This program is sponsored by the White Rock Hills Library Friends.

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Español
Required
Seats Remaining: 55
Event Details:

Is Duolingo not cutting it anymore? Try our in-person Spanish class!

 

This program is sponsored by the White Rock Hills Library Friends.

rows of red lanterns

Lunar New Year Wishes

All Day 1/29 - 2/6
Renner-Frankford - In Library at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

This year is the Year of the Snake; snakes represent intellect, intuition and wisdom. Celebrate by writing your wishes for the new year and we'll hang them up in the library. For g...

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

This year is the Year of the Snake; snakes represent intellect, intuition and wisdom. Celebrate by writing your wishes for the new year and we'll hang them up in the library. For good luck share your wishes in pairs!

storytime

Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal 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.  Participation of parent...

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - 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.  

English class.

English Language Learning

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Prairie Creek - Auditorium at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
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 biblio...

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
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.
baby

Baby & Me

Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Timberglen - Auditorium at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

A fun and interactive experience designed for both babies and parents. Engage in activities that promote bonding, learn valuable skills, and connect with other parents in a support...

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

A fun and interactive experience designed for both babies and parents. Engage in activities that promote bonding, learn valuable skills, and connect with other parents in a supportive environment.

Career Launch Pad

Wednesday, January 29, 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.