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The Remembering Black Dallas, Inc.’s 10 year anniversary exhibit highlights the organization’s achievements and honors the life and legacy of its founder, Dr. George E. Keaton, Jr.

Remembering Black Dallas, Inc. - Celebrating a Legacy: 10 Year Anniversary Exhibit

All Day 12/1 - 6/30
Central Library - In Library (7th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Exhibit
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Established in 2015, the mission of Remembering Black Dallas, Inc. is to
preserve and promote the African American life, history, artifacts, and
culture of Dallas and surrounding cities. This exhibit highlights the

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Exhibit
Event Details:

Established in 2015, the mission of Remembering Black Dallas, Inc. is to
preserve and promote the African American life, history, artifacts, and
culture of Dallas and surrounding cities. This exhibit highlights the

A mound of pastel candy hearts with printing on them on an aqua surface. One white heart has readable text: "Rock Star".

Celebrate Valentine's Day with the Library!

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Community Events
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Love is in the air in February! We've got plenty of programs to recognize romance this month. (And if you'd rather celebrate with your galentines, or extoll the single life, we've got you covered, too!)

 

 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Love is in the air in February! We've got plenty of programs to recognize romance this month. (And if you'd rather celebrate with your galentines, or extoll the single life, we've got you covered, too!)

 

 

Black background with red, yellow and black patches of color. Text: Celebrating Black History Month at Dallas Public Library

Celebrating Black History Month

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Community Events
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family, Adult (18+)

Celebrate Black History/African-American Heritage Month with a month of programming to inform, celebrate, honor and highlight the Black community's history and achievements.

 

For All Ages 

 

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

Celebrate Black History/African-American Heritage Month with a month of programming to inform, celebrate, honor and highlight the Black community's history and achievements.

 

For All Ages 

 

Cultural wonders of Ukraine Ehibition

Exhibit - Cultural Wonders of Ukraine

All Day 2/8 - 2/14
Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

Free Admissions to this wonderful exhibit of Ukrainian, embroiderym textiles, pottery, woodcarvings, jewelry, and more! Come see traditional Ukrainian dress and a gallery of photos highlighting the beauty of the country.

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Free Admissions to this wonderful exhibit of Ukrainian, embroiderym textiles, pottery, woodcarvings, jewelry, and more! Come see traditional Ukrainian dress and a gallery of photos highlighting the beauty of the country.

hearts scavenger hunt logo

Hearts Scavenger Hunt

All Day 2/8 - 2/14
Hampton-Illinois - Exhibit Space at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

Find all the hearts hidden around the library for a prize!

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Exhibit Space
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Find all the hearts hidden around the library for a prize!

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Library: Computer Classes

Career LaunchPad

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 7:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

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

Career Launch Pad

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 7:00pm
Forest Green - In Library at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

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

Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

Free Tax Help

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 12:00pm - 7:00pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Trained Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)/Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) volunteers will 
be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits. 

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement, Seniors
Event Details:

Trained Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)/Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) volunteers will 
be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits. 

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Anti-Valentine's Day Party

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Fretz Park - Classroom 1 at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Need a break from all the lovey-dovey cheesiness of Valentine's Day? Spend the evening making friendship bracelets, playing games, and mingling with your fellow singles at our Anti-Valentine's Day Party!

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

Need a break from all the lovey-dovey cheesiness of Valentine's Day? Spend the evening making friendship bracelets, playing games, and mingling with your fellow singles at our Anti-Valentine's Day Party!

Vintage Movie Night: Casablanca

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Step back in time and experience the golden age of Hollywood with Vintage Movie Night, an evening dedicated to iconic films, unforgettable stars, and the magic of old-school cinema.

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

Step back in time and experience the golden age of Hollywood with Vintage Movie Night, an evening dedicated to iconic films, unforgettable stars, and the magic of old-school cinema.

Black History Month Trivia Date

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2 at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Celebrate Black History Month with a fun and educational trivia game at the library. Test your knowledge and compete for Valentine’s Day-themed prizes. Bring your friends or your special someone to enjoy this evening of learning and laughs!

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month with a fun and educational trivia game at the library. Test your knowledge and compete for Valentine’s Day-themed prizes. Bring your friends or your special someone to enjoy this evening of learning and laughs!

¿Habla español?

Spanish Learners Conversation Table

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dallas West - Auditorium at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup.

This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels.

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

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup.

This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels.

A Doomed Romance

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Celebrate all things macabre and romantic with us!  Bring your gothic romance sensibilities for chats, crafts, and more as we dig into the dark side of Valentine's Day!

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

Celebrate all things macabre and romantic with us!  Bring your gothic romance sensibilities for chats, crafts, and more as we dig into the dark side of Valentine's Day!

English class

English Language Learning

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Language Learning  

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Language Learning  

English class.

English Language Learning

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Dallas West - Classroom 1 at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Language Learning  

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Language Learning  

English class.

English Language Learning

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Park Forest - Auditorium at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Language Learning  

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

English Language Learning  

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English Language Learning (Clases de inglés)

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Language Learning  

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Language Learning  

Marquee with title "The Great Gatsby". Open book in front and 1920s art deco border

From Page to Stage - The Great Gatsby

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Central Library - Community Showcase (1st Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
 
“Remember how much fun we had.
Registration Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Community Showcase (1st Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:
 
“Remember how much fun we had.
GED Class

GED Class

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and take the next steps towards your educational and career goals? Our GED preparation classes are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to successfully obtain your GED certificate.

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and take the next steps towards your educational and career goals? Our GED preparation classes are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to successfully obtain your GED certificate.

GED Class

GED en Español

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Prairie Creek - Auditorium at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Está invitado a asistir a clases gratuitas de preparación para el GED en español en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. El registro está disponible en clase y no se requiere identificación. 

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Está invitado a asistir a clases gratuitas de preparación para el GED en español en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. El registro está disponible en clase y no se requiere identificación. 

GED Class

GED en Español

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 1 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Está invitado a asistir a clases gratuitas de preparación para el GED en español en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. El registro está disponible en clase y no se requiere identificación. 

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Está invitado a asistir a clases gratuitas de preparación para el GED en español en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. El registro está disponible en clase y no se requiere identificación. 

GED Class

GED Math Preparation Class

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Timberglen - Classroom at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Free GED preparation classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

 

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Free GED preparation classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

 

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Fiber Arts Collective

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Timberglen - Auditorium at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

Knitting, Crocheting, Textiles - oh my! Hosted once a month, the Fiber Arts Collective is a space to gather, create, discuss and learn all forms of textile/fiber arts. 

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

Knitting, Crocheting, Textiles - oh my! Hosted once a month, the Fiber Arts Collective is a space to gather, create, discuss and learn all forms of textile/fiber arts. 

GED Class

GED en español en línea

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Programs
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Le invitamos a participar en clases gratuitas en línea de preparación para el examen GED en español: lun., mar., miérc., juev.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Le invitamos a participar en clases gratuitas en línea de preparación para el examen GED en español: lun., mar., miérc., juev.