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Preserving Dallas History Through Metal Detecting: Bob Rigdon

Exhibit - Preserving Dallas History Through Metal Detecting: Bob Rigdon

All Day 10/1 - 12/31
Central Library - In Library (7th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Exhibit
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Bob Rigdon has been metal detecting for 44 years. He focuses on historic sites, often visiting locations of demolished structures to search for artifacts with his metal detector be...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Exhibit
Event Details:

Bob Rigdon has been metal detecting for 44 years. He focuses on historic sites, often visiting locations of demolished structures to search for artifacts with his metal detector before new construction begins.

Drawings of (clockwise from upper right) a green oven mitt, bok choi leaf, fried egg, bag of holiday candy, yellow mixing bowl with a whisk, set of three multicolored measuring spoons, salt and pepper shakers and an open cookbook with a ribbon marker. Text in the center: "What's cookin'? At the Dallas Public Library"

What's cookin' in November

All Day 11/4 - 11/27
Community Events
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

  Check out what we have cooked up for you this Fall with these delicious programs!   EVENTS FOR KIDS & FAMILIES   Common Threads - Small Bites Ki...

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

 

Check out what we have cooked up for you this Fall with these delicious programs!

 

EVENTS FOR KIDS & FAMILIES

 

Text "Native American Heritage Month" on a background of Native American beadwork.

Native American Heritage Month Programs

All Day 11/9 - 11/26
Community Events
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with these fun programs to celebrate, honor, and highlight the Native American community's history and achievements.  S...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with these fun programs to celebrate, honor, and highlight the Native American community's history and achievements. 

 

Career Launch Pad

Thursday, November 21, 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.

 

Coffee and Conversation

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
White Rock Hills - Auditorium at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Exchange stories and get to know your neighbors, fellow library patrons, and library staff over a cup of coffee and a breakfast pastry.   This event is sponsored by the ...

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

Exchange stories and get to know your neighbors, fellow library patrons, and library staff over a cup of coffee and a breakfast pastry.

 

This event is sponsored by the White Rock Hills Friends. 

English Language Class cover graphic featuring a student raising their hand and being called on

English Language Learning

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Vickery Park - Classroom 2 at Vickery Park 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: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
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. 

English class.

English Language Learning

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Dallas West - Classroom 1 & 2 at Dallas West 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. Sin tarjeta de bi...

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Classroom 1 & 2
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. 

computer class

Career LaunchPad

Thursday, November 21, 2024 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, Seniors
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, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

tech help

Computer Tutor

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Park Forest - Computer Area at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having. Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, by appointment only.  Fridays are bilin...

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having.

Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, by appointment only.  Fridays are bilingual.

Wellness Roundtable by AIDS Walk South Dallas, Inc.

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Join AIDS Walk South Dallas every 3rd Thursday for a conversation with providers and consumers to explore effective ways to improve the South Dallas community and the quality of li...

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

Join AIDS Walk South Dallas every 3rd Thursday for a conversation with providers and consumers to explore effective ways to improve the South Dallas community and the quality of life for people impacted by HIV/AIDS. Lunch will be provided.

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Dallasite Yogis

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Central Library - Balcony (3rd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Free yoga class led by Jarrett Chatman - all levels welcome! Bring a yoga mat and wear flexible clothing. If you don't have a mat, we've got one for you. Register for email r...

Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Balcony (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Featured
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Free yoga class led by Jarrett Chatman - all levels welcome!

Bring a yoga mat and wear flexible clothing. If you don't have a mat, we've got one for you.

Register for email reminders and updates.

Citizenship class

Citizenship Class

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Dallas West - Classroom 1 & 2 at Dallas West 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 preparacion ciudadana gratis. Todos son bienv...

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Classroom 1 & 2
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.

Technology and Media Literacy

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Fretz Park - Lobby at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Need help formatting a document? Using your new phone or eReader? Setting up and sending an email? Want to know how your home computer works, or how to protect your personal inform...

Required
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Lobby
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Need help formatting a document? Using your new phone or eReader? Setting up and sending an email? Want to know how your home computer works, or how to protect your personal information while online?

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Knitflix and Chill: Open Knit and Crochet Group

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium at Skillman Southwestern Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Calling all knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, sewing and fiber arts enthusiasts!   Bring your projects and materials for a "chill" morning with other fiber craft ...

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

Calling all knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, sewing and fiber arts enthusiasts!   Bring your projects and materials for a "chill" morning with other fiber craft artists while we watch a movie.  All skill levels are welcome!

Computer Assistance

One on One - Computer Assistance

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Prairie Creek - Computer Area at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.

Clase de Internet Intermedio; Intermediate Internet Class (Spanish)

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Prairie Creek - Auditorium at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This class will be an intermediate computer class that deals with more critical thinking of computer applications and hardware. Participants should already have a working knowledge...

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

This class will be an intermediate computer class that deals with more critical thinking of computer applications and hardware.

Job Skills Class

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 2 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This Beginner Job Skills Class is a foundational course designed to help participants develop the essential skills needed to enter the workforce and thrive in a professional settin...

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

This Beginner Job Skills Class is a foundational course designed to help participants develop the essential skills needed to enter the workforce and thrive in a professional setting.

English class

English Language Learning

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium at Forest Green 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. Sin tarjeta de bi...

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal 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. 

adult learning

English Language Learning (Clases de inglés)

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Clases de inglés gratuitas ofrecidas por la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. No se requiere identificación ni tarjeta de la biblioteca. Todos son bienvenidos. Regístrese en clase F...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Clases de inglés gratuitas ofrecidas por la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. No se requiere identificación ni tarjeta de la biblioteca. Todos son bienvenidos. Regístrese en clase

GED Class

GED Class

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Polk-Wisdom - Classroom A at Polk-Wisdom Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Free GED classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.   

Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Free GED classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

 

GED Class

GED Class

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and take the next steps towards your educational and career goals? Our GED preparation classes are designed to provide you with the knowle...

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and take the next steps towards your educational and career goals? Our GED preparation classes are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to successfully obtain your GED certificate.

Workforce Solutions

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Vickery Park - In Library at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Connecting the community with job resources in the Vickery Park area. 

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

Connecting the community with job resources in the Vickery Park area. 

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Adult Coloring Group

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Study Room A at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Want to socialize and relax with other adults at the library? Drop in for a social hour of coloring and music. All supplies are provided, although you are also welcome to bring you...

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Want to socialize and relax with other adults at the library? Drop in for a social hour of coloring and music. All supplies are provided, although you are also welcome to bring your own.

Career Launch Pad

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fretz Park - In Library at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
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 - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
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.