Name: First Friday Funday: Chess Club
Start: 2025-11-07T14:00:00-06:00
End: 2025-11-07T16:00:00-06:00
Location: Fretz Park Branch Library

First Friday Funday: Chess Club

Friday, November 7, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fretz Park - Classroom 1 at Fretz Park Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

Are you interested in learning how to play chess? Are you already a master looking for some new competition? All skill levels are welcome at our new Chess Club!

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch

Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Are you interested in learning how to play chess? Are you already a master looking for some new competition? All skill levels are welcome at our new Chess Club!

Yarn Arts

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Mountain Creek - Study Room at Mountain Creek Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

Ready to get hooked on creativity? Whether you're a crochet pro or just starting to stitch, this bi-weekly club is the perfect place to unwind and craft. Bring your current project...

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch

Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Ready to get hooked on creativity? Whether you're a crochet pro or just starting to stitch, this bi-weekly club is the perfect place to unwind and craft.

El Central Toastmasters

Saturday, November 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room at Lakewood Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

When you visit a Toastmasters club as a guest, there’s no pressure to participate until you are ready and comfortable. Every club is unique; visit as many clubs as you would like t...

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

When you visit a Toastmasters club as a guest, there’s no pressure to participate until you are ready and comfortable. Every club is unique; visit as many clubs as you would like to find the right fit for you!

Prism Health North Texas

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm

Prairie Creek - Lobby at Prairie Creek Branch

Program Type:

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

Prism Health North Texas has certified enrollment navigators to help you apply for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act. Enrollment Navigators will assess your eligibil...

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Lobby

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type:

Event Details:

Prism Health North Texas has certified enrollment navigators to help you apply for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act.

CARDboard Project and Connected Dallas - Job Search Assistance and More

Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm

Central Library - East Side Floor Area (6th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Program Type:

Economic/Workforce Development

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

CARDBoard Project is here to help connect you to job search assistance, housing resources, access to essentials, and more. Stop by for a one-on-one session to help you meet yo...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - East Side Floor Area (6th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development

Event Details:

CARDBoard Project is here to help connect you to job search assistance, housing resources, access to essentials, and more.

Stop by for a one-on-one session to help you meet your needs every Tuesday on the 6th floor.

Crochet for a Cause

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm

Mountain Creek - Study Room at Mountain Creek Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

Create practical and comfortable sleeping mats for the unhoused in our community. Participants will be transforming ordinary plastic grocery bags into durable and weather-resistant...

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch

Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Create practical and comfortable sleeping mats for the unhoused in our community.

iHelp

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch

Program Type:

Seniors, Technology

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

Unlock the digital world with classes designed to make technology a breeze! Dive into the basics of smartphones, computers, and everything in between in an inviting, easy-to-follow...

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch

Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Seniors, Technology

Event Details:

Unlock the digital world with classes designed to make technology a breeze! Dive into the basics of smartphones, computers, and everything in between in an inviting, easy-to-follow environment.

Bob Ross Paint-A-Long

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm

Skyline - Classroom at Skyline Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

Embrace your inner artist through the instruction of a new Bob Ross "The Joy of Painting" episode every other week. Known for his calming and encouraging teaching style, along with...

Required

Library Branch: Skyline Branch

Room: Skyline - Classroom

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Required

Seats Remaining: 8

Event Details:

Embrace your inner artist through the instruction of a new Bob Ross "The Joy of Painting" episode every other week.

Coffee and Conversation

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Community Exchange (1st Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Program Type:

Community & City Engagement

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

Dallas Public Library's H.E.L.P. Desk team sits down for coffee, snacks, and a whole lot of conversation. Conversations range from informal discussions to topical discussions ...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Community Exchange (1st Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

Dallas Public Library's H.E.L.P. Desk team sits down for coffee, snacks, and a whole lot of conversation. Conversations range from informal discussions to topical discussions led by guests.

English Conversation / Ingles Conversación

Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fretz Park - Classroom 1 at Fretz Park Branch

Program Type:

English Language Learning

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

Practice speaking English in our fun and casual conversation group!¡Practica hablar inglés en nuestro divertido e informal grupo de conversación!

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch

Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

Practice speaking English in our fun and casual conversation group!

¡Practica hablar inglés en nuestro divertido e informal grupo de conversación!

2025 Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day

Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot at Renner Frankford Branch

Program Type:

Community & City Engagement

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to resi...

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to residents of the City of Dallas throughout the remainder of 2025 calend

PURLS Fiber Arts Meet-up

Friday, November 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Preston Royal - In Library at Preston Royal Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

🧶Knit with us at this weekly craft meet-up for adults.🧶Don't know how? Knot a problem! Needles, yarn and help are all provided for beginners who want to learn.Knitting, crochet, or...

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch

Room: Preston Royal - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

🧶Knit with us at this weekly craft meet-up for adults.🧶

Don't know how? Knot a problem! Needles, yarn and help are all provided for beginners who want to learn.

2025 Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day

Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot at Renner Frankford Branch

Program Type:

Community & City Engagement

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to resi...

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to residents of the City of Dallas throughout the remainder of 2025 calend

pencil on top of open notebook on top of laptop keyboard

Creative Writing Club

Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

The Central Library hosts a creative writing club every first and third Saturday of the month!We hope to build a supportive group that provides accountability, helps you stay motiv...

Required

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

The Central Library hosts a creative writing club every first and third Saturday of the month!
We hope to build a supportive group that provides accountability, helps you stay motivated, and shares in the joys and woes of creative writing.

2025 Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day

Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot at Renner Frankford Branch

Program Type:

Community & City Engagement

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to resi...

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to residents of the City of Dallas throughout the remainder of 2025 calend

2025 Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day

Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot at Renner Frankford Branch

Program Type:

Community & City Engagement

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to resi...

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to residents of the City of Dallas throughout the remainder of 2025 calend

Prism Health North Texas

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm

Prairie Creek - Lobby at Prairie Creek Branch

Program Type:

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

Prism Health North Texas has certified enrollment navigators to help you apply for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act. Enrollment Navigators will assess your eligibil...

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Lobby

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type:

Event Details:

Prism Health North Texas has certified enrollment navigators to help you apply for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act.

CARDboard Project and Connected Dallas - Job Search Assistance and More

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:00pm

Central Library - East Side Floor Area (6th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Program Type:

Economic/Workforce Development

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

CARDBoard Project is here to help connect you to job search assistance, housing resources, access to essentials, and more. Stop by for a one-on-one session to help you meet yo...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - East Side Floor Area (6th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development

Event Details:

CARDBoard Project is here to help connect you to job search assistance, housing resources, access to essentials, and more.

Stop by for a one-on-one session to help you meet your needs every Tuesday on the 6th floor.

Central Commander Club And Beyblade Battle Buddies

Tuesday, November 18, 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 Bi-Weekly 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 fr...

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 Bi-Weekly 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.

Renner Frankford Book Club

Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Renner-Frankford - Auditorium at Renner Frankford Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

The Renner Frankford Library Book Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:45 - 8:00 pm, except during major holidays.These will be hybrid meetings - so if you can't show u...

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

The Renner Frankford Library Book Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:45 - 8:00 pm, except during major holidays.

Book Talk

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

Book lovers unite for a lively literary adventure! Whether you're into thrillers, romance, or non-fiction, this is the perfect place to share thoughts and stories from whatever boo...

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch

Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Book lovers unite for a lively literary adventure! Whether you're into thrillers, romance, or non-fiction, this is the perfect place to share thoughts and stories from whatever book has captured your attention.

book open on table with pages fanned out

Great Books Book Club

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Park Forest - Auditorium at Park Forest Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

Read the greatest books in history and share your thoughts with fellow classic enthusiasts. Please have read the selection before the Book Club meeting. This meeting's selecti...

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch

Room: Park Forest - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Read the greatest books in history and share your thoughts with fellow classic enthusiasts. Please have read the selection before the Book Club meeting. This meeting's selection is "Nausea" by Jean-Paul Sartre.

Coffee and Conversation

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - Community Exchange (1st Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Program Type:

Community & City Engagement

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

Dallas Public Library's H.E.L.P. Desk team sits down for coffee, snacks, and a whole lot of conversation. Conversations range from informal discussions to topical discussions ...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Community Exchange (1st Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

Dallas Public Library's H.E.L.P. Desk team sits down for coffee, snacks, and a whole lot of conversation. Conversations range from informal discussions to topical discussions led by guests.

English Conversation / Ingles Conversación

Thursday, November 20, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Fretz Park - Classroom 1 at Fretz Park Branch

Program Type:

English Language Learning

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Event Details:

Practice speaking English in our fun and casual conversation group!¡Practica hablar inglés en nuestro divertido e informal grupo de conversación!

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch

Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

Practice speaking English in our fun and casual conversation group!

¡Practica hablar inglés en nuestro divertido e informal grupo de conversación!

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