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Dallas Public Library Branches Closed for Juneteenth

All Day
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, Arcadia Park Branch, Audelia Road Branch, Bachman Lake Branch, Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, Dallas West Branch, Forest Green Branch, Fretz Park Branch, Grauwyler Park Branch, Hampton-Illinois Branch, Highland Hills Branch, Kleberg-Rylie Branch, Lakewood Branch, Lochwood Branch, Martin Luther King, Jr., Mountain Creek Branch, North Oak Cliff Branch, Oak Lawn Branch, Park Forest Branch, Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch, Pleasant Grove Branch, Polk-Wisdom Branch, Prairie Creek Branch, Preston Royal Branch, Renner Frankford Branch, Skillman Southwestern Branch, Skyline Branch, Timberglen Branch, White Rock Hills Branch, Vickery Park Branch, Online Programs, Community Events

All Dallas Public Library branches are closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Closing
Branches:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, Arcadia Park Branch, Audelia Road Branch, Bachman Lake Branch, Bookmarks in NorthPark Center, Dallas West Branch, Forest Green Branch, Fretz Park Branch, Grauwyler Park Branch, Hampton-Illinois Branch, Highland Hills Branch, Kleberg-Rylie Branch, Lakewood Branch, Lochwood Branch, Martin Luther King, Jr., Mountain Creek Branch, North Oak Cliff Branch, Oak Lawn Branch, Park Forest Branch, Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch, Pleasant Grove Branch, Polk-Wisdom Branch, Prairie Creek Branch, Preston Royal Branch, Renner Frankford Branch, Skillman Southwestern Branch, Skyline Branch, Timberglen Branch, White Rock Hills Branch, Vickery Park Branch, Online Programs, Community Events
Description:

All Dallas Public Library branches are closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Coffee and Conversation cover graphic

Coffee and Conversation

Thursday, June 19, 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 ...

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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.

 

Lakewood Library Friends 60th Annual Art Show

All Day 6/20 - 6/26
Lakewood - Exhibit Space at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Exhibit Space
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Career Launch Pad

Friday, June 20, 2025 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 (18+)
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 (18+)
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.

 

computer class

Career LaunchPad

Friday, June 20, 2025 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 (18+)
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 (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

Toddler Storytime

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn! Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old.

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn! Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old.

storytime

Toddler Storytime

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old, but all are welcome.

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

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!

Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old, but all are welcome.

silver laptop computer sitting open on black desk

Computer Tutor

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Park Forest - Computer Area at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Technology is a quickly changing aspect of today. Schedule a one-hour appointment for one-on-one assistance with basic technology problems and instruction.  Appointments ...

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Technology is a quickly changing aspect of today. Schedule a one-hour appointment for one-on-one assistance with basic technology problems and instruction.  

Computer Assistance

One on One - Computer Assistance

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Prairie Creek - Computer Area at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
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 (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

Yarn Craft Meetup

PURLS Fiber Arts Meet-up

Friday, June 20, 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.

Anime Club

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Event Details:

Do you enjoy reading manga and watch anime?  If so come to the Lancaster-Kiest branch to read and watch your favorite manga and anime series!

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Do you enjoy reading manga and watch anime?  If so come to the Lancaster-Kiest branch to read and watch your favorite manga and anime series!

English class.

English Language Learning

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Vickery Park - Classroom 2 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Book Cover- A Little Life

Addictive Books at Union: A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara (Part 2)

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Events
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Sip your favorite brew as Addictive Books explores captivating stories, shares diverse perspectives, and creates a haven for bookworms once a month on Saturday at Union Coffee in O...

Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Sip your favorite brew as Addictive Books explores captivating stories, shares diverse perspectives, and creates a haven for bookworms once a month on Saturday at Union Coffee in Oak Lawn. 

Career Launch Pad

Saturday, June 21, 2025 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 (18+)
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 (18+)
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.

 

pencil on top of open notebook on top of laptop keyboard

Creative Writing Club

Saturday, June 21, 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.

colorful yarn

Yarn Arts

Saturday, June 21, 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.

Table Top Rulez Cover Graphic

Table Top Rulez- An intro to TTRPG's

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Central Library - Board Game Room (3rd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

It's adventure time! The Dallas Public Library is excited to host an ongoing Table Top RPG gaming series at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library. These events will be available t...

Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Board Game Room (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

It's adventure time!

computer class

Career LaunchPad

Saturday, June 21, 2025 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 (18+)
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 (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

Toddler Storytime

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Timberglen - Auditorium at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Event Details:

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn! Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old

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

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn! Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old

English class.

English Language Learning

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
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 b...

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
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.

Job Skills Class

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 2 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Event DetailsThis Beginner Job Skills Class is a foundational course designed to help participants develop the essential skills needed to thrive the workforce.Course Highlights:Res...

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Event Details

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

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Saturday Movies

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!

 

Note: times, location, and films are subject to change.

Acoustic Open Jam

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Audelia Road - Auditorium at Audelia Road Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

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...

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

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!

Reading Divas

Reading Divas Book Club

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Online Programs
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Event Details:

Are you an Urban Fiction reader?This month we will be readingThen She was Gone- by Lisa JewellDescriptionEllie Mack was the perfect daughter. She was fifteen, the youngest of three...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Are you an Urban Fiction reader?

This month we will be reading

Then She was Gone- by Lisa Jewell

Description