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Yarn Arts

Saturday, October 11, 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, October 11, 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!

Kid with various art supplies

Kid's Art Club

Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

Paint outside the lines and unlock your creative streak with an all-access pass to artistic exploration! From paints to pastels, pencils to markers, young artists will dive brush-f...

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Paint outside the lines and unlock your creative streak with an all-access pass to artistic exploration! From paints to pastels, pencils to markers, young artists will dive brush-first into a world of imagination.

Job help and more DPL CBP DDI

CARDboard Project and Connected Dallas - Job Search Assistance and More

Tuesday, October 14, 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 plastic mats

Crochet for a Cause

Wednesday, October 15, 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.

adult book club

Book Talk

Wednesday, October 15, 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.

Bob Ross Paint-A-Long

Bob Ross Paint-A-Long

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Skyline - Auditorium at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
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...

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

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

storytime

Bilingual/Spanish Storytime (Hora de Cuentos)

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Visit the Pleasant Grove branch every Thursday morning at 10:30 am for Bilingual/Spanish Storytime!Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read! Suggested ...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Visit the Pleasant Grove branch every Thursday morning at 10:30 am for Bilingual/Spanish Storytime!

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under

Coffee and Conversation cover graphic

Coffee and Conversation

Thursday, October 16, 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.

 

Reading Wiz: Toddler Storytime

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Skyline - Classroom at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us for an evening story (or two!) to help your little one practice skills needed to read, communicate, and socialize!

Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Classroom
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for an evening story (or two!) to help your little one practice skills needed to read, communicate, and socialize!

Yarn Craft Meetup

PURLS Fiber Arts Meet-up

Friday, October 17, 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.

kid doing craft

Crafter-noon

Friday, October 17, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

Craft your way into an afternoon of fun and creativity! "Crafternoon" brings a new project every time, whether it's seasonal crafts, cultural creations, or just some good old-fashi...

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Craft your way into an afternoon of fun and creativity! "Crafternoon" brings a new project every time, whether it's seasonal crafts, cultural creations, or just some good old-fashioned DIY.

pencil on top of open notebook on top of laptop keyboard

Creative Writing Club

Saturday, October 18, 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.

Crafterday: Craft Saturdays

Crafterday: Papel de Flores

Saturday, October 18, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm
Skyline - Classroom at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Unwind and craft away at BSK! Make-and-Take style crafts every second Saturday during select months. All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own materials or in-...

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

Unwind and craft away at BSK! Make-and-Take style crafts every second Saturday during select months. All supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring your own materials or in-progress projects!

Job help and more DPL CBP DDI

CARDboard Project and Connected Dallas - Job Search Assistance and More

Tuesday, October 21, 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.

storytime

Bilingual/Spanish Storytime (Hora de Cuentos)

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Visit the Pleasant Grove branch every Thursday morning at 10:30 am for Bilingual/Spanish Storytime!Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read! Suggested ...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Visit the Pleasant Grove branch every Thursday morning at 10:30 am for Bilingual/Spanish Storytime!

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under

Coffee and Conversation cover graphic

Coffee and Conversation

Thursday, October 23, 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.

 

Reading Wiz: Toddler Storytime

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Skyline - Classroom at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Join us for an evening story (or two!) to help your little one practice skills needed to read, communicate, and socialize!

Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Classroom
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us for an evening story (or two!) to help your little one practice skills needed to read, communicate, and socialize!

flyer

Fretz Park Book Club

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Fretz Park - Classroom 1 at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Looking to expand your reading repertoire? Look no further than the Fretz Park Book Club!Enjoy a thoughtful discussion with your peers as we dive into the intricacies of each month...

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

Looking to expand your reading repertoire? Look no further than the Fretz Park Book Club!

Enjoy a thoughtful discussion with your peers as we dive into the intricacies of each month's read!

 

Yarn Craft Meetup

PURLS Fiber Arts Meet-up

Friday, October 24, 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.

colorful yarn

Yarn Arts

Saturday, October 25, 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.

Trunk or Treat

Trunk or Treat at Skyline

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Skyline - Outdoor Area at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement, Outreach
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Spooky season is upon us and what better way to be spirited than joining us for the annual Trunk or Treat extravaganza! Decorate your tailgate and join in the spooky fun! This even...

Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Community & City Engagement, Outreach
Event Details:

Spooky season is upon us and what better way to be spirited than joining us for the annual Trunk or Treat extravaganza! Decorate your tailgate and join in the spooky fun!

Kid with various art supplies

Kid's Art Club

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Event Details:

Paint outside the lines and unlock your creative streak with an all-access pass to artistic exploration! From paints to pastels, pencils to markers, young artists will dive brush-f...

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Paint outside the lines and unlock your creative streak with an all-access pass to artistic exploration! From paints to pastels, pencils to markers, young artists will dive brush-first into a world of imagination.

Book Club

Saturday, October 25, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

This month's selection will be The Overstory by Richard Powers.

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

This month's selection will be The Overstory by Richard Powers.