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Intro to Tiny Quilts

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Timberglen - Classroom at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Dive into the art of quilting with this beginner-friendly workshop led by Ofelia Faz-Garza! Learn the basics of designing and stitching your tiny quilt, perfect for all ages and sk...

Required
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Dive into the art of quilting with this beginner-friendly workshop led by Ofelia Faz-Garza! Learn the basics of designing and stitching your tiny quilt, perfect for all ages and skill levels.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

DiverSci-Fi Book Club: Now Reading "The Jinn-Bot of Shantiport" by Samit Basu

Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Programs
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Here we go reading again!This is an adult book club with the aim of being open and accessible to everyone, and to read as many sci-fi & fantasy works from diverse authors as we...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Here we go reading again!

This is an adult book club with the aim of being open and accessible to everyone, and to read as many sci-fi & fantasy works from diverse authors as we can.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Gazzle Social

All Day
Skyline - In Library at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Enjoy an open board-game or puzzle provided by the library every first Friday of the month! Open to all library patrons, there will be a different puzzle each month that will be di...

Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Enjoy an open board-game or puzzle provided by the library every first Friday of the month! Open to all library patrons, there will be a different puzzle each month that will be displayed in-house upon completion. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Career LaunchPad

Friday, January 3, 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, 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. 

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Bilingual Storytime / Hora de cuentos

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Oak Lawn - Children's Area at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler
Event Details:

Stories, songs and rhymes in English AND Spanish to prepare your child to learn to read!Suggested ages: 3 years and younger¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español y ingles para niño...

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Children's Area
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Stories, songs and rhymes in English AND Spanish to prepare your child to learn to read!

Suggested ages: 3 years and younger

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español y ingles para niños que quieren leer!

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Toddler Storytime

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler
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: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
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

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Toddler Storytime

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Forest Green - Classroom 1 at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 1
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
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 to 3 years old.

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Interactive Story Hour

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler
Event Details:

🙇🏼Exercise with your little ones 🧘🏾This is an amazing opportunity for families and kids to enjoy story hour through Dance, yoga, and gratitude. The stories will share about dances ...

Required
Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 75
Event Details:

🙇🏼Exercise with your little ones 🧘🏾

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Mini Zumba

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium at Skillman Southwestern Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

The week is over, let's get the wiggles out as we gear up for the weekend! Grab the kiddos and get in a little movement, a little yoga, and a little Zumba - all kid friendly.This p...

Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

The week is over, let's get the wiggles out as we gear up for the weekend! Grab the kiddos and get in a little movement, a little yoga, and a little Zumba - all kid friendly.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Storytime

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Timberglen - Auditorium at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Preschool
Event Details:

Get ready for kindergarten with books, movement, rhymes and music.Suggested ages: 3 - 6

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Get ready for kindergarten with books, movement, rhymes and music.

Suggested ages: 3 - 6

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Toddler Storytime

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler
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
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.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

One-on-One Computer Help

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm
Forest Green - In Library at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Get computer and tech help at the library! During a one-on-one appointment, a staff member can assist you with: Setting up a device, such as a phone or tablet (bring your own ...

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - In Library
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

Get computer and tech help at the library! During a one-on-one appointment, a staff member can assist you with: 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Computer Assistant/Career Launch Pad

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dallas West - In Library at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time for computer assistance This class is taught in Spanish and English By appointment only.

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time for computer assistance This class is taught in Spanish and English

By appointment only.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Computer Tutor

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Park Forest - Computer Area at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
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 are av...

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
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. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Mahjong Club

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 11:30am - 2:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Looking to play Mahjong in a relaxed, friendly environment? We're a club that meets Tuesdays and Fridays to socialize and play games of a beginner-friendly Chinese version of mahjo...

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

Looking to play Mahjong in a relaxed, friendly environment? We're a club that meets Tuesdays and Fridays to socialize and play games of a beginner-friendly Chinese version of mahjong with optional scoring.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Health and Wellness Community Fair

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Learn about free and low-cost ways to better your health! Get a free mammogram with the Methodist Health System and valuable information from the WIC offices, DPL's Homeless Engage...

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Required
Seats Remaining: 98
Event Details:

Learn about free and low-cost ways to better your health! Get a free mammogram with the Methodist Health System and valuable information from the WIC offices, DPL's Homeless Engagement team, and the Dallas YMCA.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Homeschool Hangout

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Our hangout serves as a hub for home school families to come together. You can bring your own activities to work on if you'd like. The library will also provide activities for stud...

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Our hangout serves as a hub for home school families to come together. You can bring your own activities to work on if you'd like. The library will also provide activities for students to be engaged with during your visit.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

PURLS Fiber Arts Meet-up

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Preston Royal - In Library at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
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
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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Winter Break Movie Matinee

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Park Forest - Auditorium at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Bring your own blanket and light snacks. The movie will start promptly at 1:00 p.m."Abominable" After teenage Yi discovers a Yeti on the roof of her apartment building, she an...

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Bring your own blanket and light snacks. The movie will start promptly at 1:00 p.m.

"Abominable" 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Career Launch Pad

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fretz Park - Lobby at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Adult
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 - Lobby
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Trusts 101

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Skillman Southwestern - Study Room at Skillman Southwestern Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Are you looking ahead to your future and exploring the world of Wills and Trusts? Virginia Hammerle of Hammerle Finley Law Firm will be here to teach you all that you need to know....

Required
Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - Study Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 26
Event Details:

Are you looking ahead to your future and exploring the world of Wills and Trusts? Virginia Hammerle of Hammerle Finley Law Firm will be here to teach you all that you need to know.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Computer Help

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Oak Lawn - Computer Area at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

1 on 1 dedicated computer help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you with your computer skills, accessing social services, connectivity, job applicati...

Required
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

1 on 1 dedicated computer help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you with your computer skills, accessing social services, connectivity, job applications, creating a resume and more.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Winter Cinema: The Wild Robot (Rated PG-2024)

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Synopsis After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island's animals and cares...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Synopsis

After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Cast On! Crochet Club

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Polk-Wisdom - Classroom A & B at Polk-Wisdom Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Are you looking for a cozy and creative way to spend your time? Look no further! We invite seniors of all experience levels to join our warm and welcoming crochet group every Frida...

Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Are you looking for a cozy and creative way to spend your time? Look no further! We invite seniors of all experience levels to join our warm and welcoming crochet group every Friday at the library.