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Snack

Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de Verano para niños

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Dallas West - In Library at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer snacks to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - In Library
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer snacks to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group

Summer Super Snack

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Refuel in the summer with a free nutritious super snack for ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Refuel in the summer with a free nutritious super snack for ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
flyer

Veggie Paint Prints

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Fretz Park - Children's Area at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Discover the differences between various veggies as we use them to make prints! Create a unique piece of artwork using only plants and paint! 

Part of SMART Summer sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Discover the differences between various veggies as we use them to make prints! Create a unique piece of artwork using only plants and paint! 

Part of SMART Summer sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
snack

Equal Heart Snack

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Paul Lawrence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Exhibit Space at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Lawrence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Exhibit Space
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Summer Snacks

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Highland Hills - Classroom A & B at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Refuel with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Refuel with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
adult learning

English Conversation Class

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Conversation 

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Conversation 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
adult learning

English Conversation Class

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Vickery Park - Study Room A at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Conversation 

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

English Conversation 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
adult learning

English Language Learning - Conversation Class

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Conversation 

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

English Conversation 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Mini Master Builders

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Spark your imagination through building blocks to enhance problem-solving skills in kids!

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Spark your imagination through building blocks to enhance problem-solving skills in kids!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

STEM for Kids

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2 at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Thursdays afternoons we explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math with fun projects and activities.

 

 

 

Part of SMART Summer. Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Thursdays afternoons we explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math with fun projects and activities.

 

 

 

Part of SMART Summer. Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library

This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
colorful bracelets

Kandi Bracelets

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Mountain Creek - Study Room at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)

Ready to bead the trend? Create colorful kandi bracelets using a variety of beads, patterns, and styles. From classic patterns to bold, expressive designs, every bracelet becomes a wearable piece of art.

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Ready to bead the trend? Create colorful kandi bracelets using a variety of beads, patterns, and styles. From classic patterns to bold, expressive designs, every bracelet becomes a wearable piece of art.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
A pixelated knight stands in a video game world with a glowing gem in front of them.

Game Day!

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Forest Green - Classroom 1 at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Calling all gamers! Come and meet, chat, play and challenge fellow video game lovers. Every Thursday we will have our gaming system available and will be hosting gaming sessions.

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 1
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Calling all gamers! Come and meet, chat, play and challenge fellow video game lovers. Every Thursday we will have our gaming system available and will be hosting gaming sessions.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
adult learning

GED en Español

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Prairie Creek - Classroom 1 at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Need a little extra support as you prepare for the GED? Our bilingual tutoring class is a space where you can ask questions, get extra practice, and receive help with anything related to the GED.

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

Need a little extra support as you prepare for the GED? Our bilingual tutoring class is a space where you can ask questions, get extra practice, and receive help with anything related to the GED.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
4 people playing mahjong

Mahjong

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
North Oak Cliff - Auditorium at North Oak Cliff Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Are you interested in learning how to play mahjong? Are you already a master looking for some new competition? All skill levels are welcome at our Mahjong Club!

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

Are you interested in learning how to play mahjong? Are you already a master looking for some new competition? All skill levels are welcome at our Mahjong Club!

This event is in the "Family" group
Independence Day Movie Screening & Crafternoon Graphic

Alien Invasion: Independence Day 30th Anniversary Screening and Family Crafternoon

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Oak Lawn - Auditorium at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

All astronauts, aliens, and outer-space beings report to the rocket ship, because we are about to launch into a family screening party and crafternoon that’s out of this universe!

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

All astronauts, aliens, and outer-space beings report to the rocket ship, because we are about to launch into a family screening party and crafternoon that’s out of this universe!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
music

Swan Strings Guitar

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. Great for ages 8 - 18. For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. Great for ages 8 - 18. For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Computer Help- CLP

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Highland Hills - Computer Area at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Take advantage of the library’s Career Launch Pad service! Book a one-on-one session with a library staff person to help you with your job search.

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

Take advantage of the library’s Career Launch Pad service! Book a one-on-one session with a library staff person to help you with your job search.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
ukulele club logo

Ukulele Club

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - Study Room 1 at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Ukulele club is for anyone aged 13 and up who wants to work on their ukulele skills, learn new songs, socialize with other musicians, and just jam out. No prior experience required. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Study Room 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ukulele club is for anyone aged 13 and up who wants to work on their ukulele skills, learn new songs, socialize with other musicians, and just jam out. No prior experience required. 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
adult learning

English Language Learning

Thursday, July 2, 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  

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
adult learning

English Language Learning

Thursday, July 2, 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  

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
adult learning

English Language Learning

Thursday, July 2, 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  

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
adult learning

English Language Learning

Thursday, July 2, 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  

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
adult learning

GED en Español

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Prairie Creek - Auditorium at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

¿Quieres obtener tu Certificado de Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria (GED) pero no sabes por dónde empezar? ¡Estudia con nosotros en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas!

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

¿Quieres obtener tu Certificado de Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria (GED) pero no sabes por dónde empezar? ¡Estudia con nosotros en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas!

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
adult learning

GED Math Class

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Fretz Park - Classroom 2 at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Want to get your High School Equivalency Certificate (GED) but don’t know where to start? Study with us at the Dallas Public Library!

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Want to get your High School Equivalency Certificate (GED) but don’t know where to start? Study with us at the Dallas Public Library!