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Adult Coloring

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
North Oak Cliff - Auditorium at North Oak Cliff Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Do you need to take some time to yourself to get away and relax? Consider participating in this relaxing hobby that is sweeping the nation. Adult Coloring has been found to be very...

Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Do you need to take some time to yourself to get away and relax? Consider participating in this relaxing hobby that is sweeping the nation.

Career Launchpad: Computer Basics

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Highland Hills - Computer Area at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance, help with resumes, and job applications.

Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Computer Area
Age Group: 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.

Texas themed tattoo flash sheet

Odyssey of Ink: a National Tattoo Day Celebration

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Oak Lawn - Auditorium at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Dive into the world of tattoos and body art at, Odyssey of Ink, a thrilling mini family "crafternoon" celebrating National Tattoo Day! Explore the display of captivating re...

Required
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Dive into the world of tattoos and body art at, Odyssey of Ink, a thrilling mini family "crafternoon" celebrating National Tattoo Day!

puzzling

Puzzle Rush: Adult Speed Challenge

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Can you beat the clock and conquer the challenge? Come find out and unleash your inner puzzler! Ready, set, puzzle! Stop by for Puzzle Rush: Adult Speed Challenge, where quick t...

Required
Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 43
Event Details:

Can you beat the clock and conquer the challenge? Come find out and unleash your inner puzzler!

Drones

Come Fly With Us!

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Training Room at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Ever wondered how much fun it would be to fly drones? Well..here’s your chance. Come fly with us and learn all the tricks and techniques of flying. 

Required
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Training Room
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Ever wondered how much fun it would be to fly drones? Well..here’s your chance. Come fly with us and learn all the tricks and techniques of flying. 

Language Exchange

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Prairie Creek - Classroom 1 at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Español, English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Visit us during our monthly "Language Exchange" event where individuals eager to learn English or Spanish can come together, engaging in conversation to teach and learn from one an...

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Español, English Language Learning
Event Details:

Visit us during our monthly "Language Exchange" event where individuals eager to learn English or Spanish can come together, engaging in conversation to teach and learn from one another, fostering a vibrant cultural exchange in our community.

Citizenship class

Citizenship Class

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium at Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Adult
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 bien...

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. 

DIY Bath Bomb

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 1 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Indulge in relaxation with our DIY Bath Bomb Workshop! Create personalized bath bombs using aromatic scents. Perfect for beginners, this hands-on session offers a spa-like experien...

Required
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Indulge in relaxation with our DIY Bath Bomb Workshop! Create personalized bath bombs using aromatic scents. Perfect for beginners, this hands-on session offers a spa-like experience at home.

A women poses while wearing three beaded necklaces of different lengths

Jewelry-Making Class with Dawn Franklin Designs: Beginners' Earring Design

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Forest Green - Classroom 2 at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Learn about the intricacies of jewelry-making from an industry professional! In this class taught by local artist Dawn Franklin, students will learn the secrets of making handmade ...

Required
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 2
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn about the intricacies of jewelry-making from an industry professional!

Children's Watercolor Class Flyer 2

Young Artists: Watercolor Painting (5th Class)

Saturday, July 13, 2024 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:
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

This class is only for currently registered students. Please email irving.bolanos@dallas.gov if you wish to be informed on the start of the next session. Are you new to watercol...

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
Event Details:

This class is only for currently registered students. Please email irving.bolanos@dallas.gov if you wish to be informed on the start of the next session.

imagination playground

Imagination Playground

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Mountain Creek - Children's Area at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Step into a world where imagination knows no bounds! Our Imagination Playground brings together the magic of creativity and the joy of discovery, tailored especially for preschool-...

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Step into a world where imagination knows no bounds! Our Imagination Playground brings together the magic of creativity and the joy of discovery, tailored especially for preschool-aged children.

Silver Social Connection: Morning Brew and Murder

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Arcadia Park - In Library at Arcadia Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Settle in with a warm cup of tea or coffee as we put our detective hats on and work together to crack a poisiong case before Nancy Drew becomes the next victim. Follow clues a...

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

Settle in with a warm cup of tea or coffee as we put our detective hats on and work together to crack a poisiong case before Nancy Drew becomes the next victim. Follow clues and piece together the evidence to identify the culprit behind the c

Guitar class cover graphic featuring a young student reading a music sheet with someone guiding them

Guitar Class

Saturday, July 13, 2024 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, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Classes are currently full. Registration for the series lasting from October-December 2024 will open in September. Please continue to check the website for updates. Thank you.

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Classes are currently full. Registration for the series lasting from October-December 2024 will open in September. Please continue to check the website for updates. Thank you.

canvas

55+ Club: Canvas Creations

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this six week workshop invites seniors of all skill levels to explore the vibrant world of acrylic painti...

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Whether you're a seasoned artist or picking up a brush for the first time, this six week workshop invites seniors of all skill levels to explore the vibrant world of acrylic painting!

Crochet Club

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Lochwood - Black Box Theater at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Crochet is a great hobby for anyone! From beginners to experts, all skill levels are welcome!  We'll help you learn the basics of crochet, or just keep you compan...

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Crochet is a great hobby for anyone! From beginners to experts, all skill levels are welcome! 

English class

English Language Learning

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium at Renner Frankford 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: 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. 

Art is for Everyone!

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Park Forest - Auditorium at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Art for everyone! This month's program will be Rose painting.

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

Art for everyone!

This month's program will be Rose painting.

Grauwyler Board Games with QR Code

Grauwyler Gaming

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and engage in some quality family time as we explore a plethora of board games suitable for all ages. Whether you're a strategic mastermi...

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Escape the hustle and bustle of daily life and engage in some quality family time as we explore a plethora of board games suitable for all ages.

Movie Matinee

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Enjoy a summer movie matinee! Call the branch for the title of the day at 214-670-8443!

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 99
Event Details:

Enjoy a summer movie matinee!

Call the branch for the title of the day at 214-670-8443!

Movie Saturdays

Movie Saturdays

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

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

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.

Saturday Family Fun

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Renner-Frankford - In Library at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Do you like to win or do you just want to have fun? Whatever your playstyle, you are welcome at the library. Bring your family and spend the afternoon playing games. 

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Do you like to win or do you just want to have fun? Whatever your playstyle, you are welcome at the library. Bring your family and spend the afternoon playing games. 

STEM Through Cooking

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Highland Hills - Auditorium at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting culinary adventure where you’ll discover the fascinating intersection of STEM and cooking! Get ready to roll up your sleeves, put on your chefs hat and emba...

Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting culinary adventure where you’ll discover the fascinating intersection of STEM and cooking!

flier

Tabletop, Today!

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fretz Park - Classroom 1 at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Grab your gear and prepare your party for our newest campaign of Tabletop, Today!  Explore new lands and boost your stats as we venture out into the unknown!

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Grab your gear and prepare your party for our newest campaign of Tabletop, Today! 

Explore new lands and boost your stats as we venture out into the unknown!

Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, July 13, 2024 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, Adult
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, Adult
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.