Event List

Learn about the origins of the wooden Nutcrackers and enjoy a festive time of painting and decorating their own to take home. 

Let Hank Black and his Harmonica ring in the season with this lovely Christmas concert, played with unique instruments!

Capture the beauty of the autumn season and bring a personalized touch to your holiday decor with our DIY Decor Series and the second installation: Book Page Wreath!

Explore the rich history and cultural context behind global holidays. This series focuses on knowledge and creativity so you can learn something new.

Come learn about The Nutcracker by E.T.A. Hoffmann and its many versions. The Dallas Black Dance Academy will talk about their version which highlights Tchaikovsky's Suite and Duke Ellington's Suite. It will make for a very sweet afternoon.

English Language Learning  

One Saturday a month we do something fun for the whole family!

Pull up a chair, take a break, and play tabletop games. Join the fun and meet new people as we play adventure-themed games. Titles include: 

Snapshot those beautiful family moments just in time for the holidays with a free family portrait session provided by the Dallas Public Library. A photographer will be on-site to conduct individual photo sessions with each family. 

🎁Prepare for your holiday gift giving!🎁

Meet other musicians, learn new songs, and play together in a relaxed and supportive environment. Acoustic musicians of all skill levels are invited to bring an instrument and join in. 

All are welcome to enjoy the music!

End-of-quarter recital for DPL Music Program. Students will showcase their talents and perform pieces for friends and family. 

Explore su lado creativo en nuestro club semanal de tejidos! Socialice, muestre sus proyectos, y reciba consejos. Apenas esta aprendiendo a tejer? No se preocupe—recibimos a tejedores de todos niveles de conocimiento.

Join us for a fun, family-friendly Christmas Tree Twirlers craft!
Create your own festive spinner using paper plates and simple supplies.
Bring the holiday cheer home with this easy, hands-on activity!

Want to make your gifts extra eco-friendly this year?

Have a few last minute things you still need to wrap? 

Join us for a festive and fun-filled gathering as we wrap gifts, share laughter, and celebrate the season of giving! Whether you're a master wrapper or just here for the tape and good company, everyone is welcome.

Art Lab: Make Something provides an opportunity to slow down, let your imagination run wild, and create to your heart's content.

Get ready for Kwanzaa by making a hanging kinara ornament with this simple craft.

Are you an Urban Fiction reader?

This month we will be reading

The Accidental Mistress by Aya DeLeon 

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Take a photo with the Grinch, join him for storytime, and get creative with cheerful holiday crafts!

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.

The African American Genealogical Interest Group explores areas of genealogy research unique to the African Americ

Free English conversation classes offered by Dallas Public Library. No identification or library card is required. All are welcome to join. Register in class. 

We will play white elephant style games and trivia. Feel free to bring plants to swap if you have them. We will also have a selection of plants available.