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1-on-1 Tech Help

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Computer Area at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Need tech help? We got you covered! Come to the library to get basic one-on-one computer help like how to use Microsoft Office programs, create a resume, or use our online libra...

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Need tech help? We got you covered!

A'Maze'ing Bugs

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Timberglen - Classroom at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Learn teamwork while you engineer a maze to get your team's hexbug from Start to Finish. Once you feel that you have built a maze that can get a hexbug through the fastest, al...

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

Learn teamwork while you engineer a maze to get your team's hexbug from Start to Finish. Once you feel that you have built a maze that can get a hexbug through the fastest, allow other teams to compete to see which team has built the maze tha

Career Launch Pad

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fretz Park - In Library at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
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 - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

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Checkers the Magician

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium at Skillman Southwestern Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Come see a fun magic show starring Checkers the Magician!

Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come see a fun magic show starring Checkers the Magician!

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Clay Art (Molding)

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity with hands-on clay art stations, where families can create personalized keepsakes like handprint and footprint mementos, cozy coasters, and pinch pots. Get ...

Required
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity with hands-on clay art stations, where families can create personalized keepsakes like handprint and footprint mementos, cozy coasters, and pinch pots.

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Sanrio Summer

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Each week teens will engage in Kawaii cuteness with hands on activities inspired by the adorable characters of Sanrio!  July 5: Bubble Wands July 12: Summer Fans July...

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 97
Event Details:

Each week teens will engage in Kawaii cuteness with hands on activities inspired by the adorable characters of Sanrio! 

July 5: Bubble Wands

July 12: Summer Fans

July 19: Felt Book Clips

UFO Blast

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Grauwyler Park - In Library at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Aliens are on the run! Create your own paper airplane launcher and try to pop as many balloons as you can to capture the aliens. Explore potential and kinetic energy while creating...

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

Aliens are on the run! Create your own paper airplane launcher and try to pop as many balloons as you can to capture the aliens. Explore potential and kinetic energy while creating the perfect airplane.

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1-on-1 Computer Help

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Preston Royal - Computer Area at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance. By Appointment only. Please call 214-670-7128 and book your appointment.

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance.

By Appointment only.

Please call 214-670-7128 and book your appointment.

Career Launch Pad

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Arcadia Park - In Library at Arcadia Park Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Book an appointment with a staff member to help you with your job search. Fill out applications, update your resume, and find out about local resources that can help you take ...

Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

Book an appointment with a staff member to help you with your job search. Fill out applications, update your resume, and find out about local resources that can help you take the next step in your career. 

 

Computer Help

Friday, July 12, 2024 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.

Computer Assistance

One on One with JP - Computer Assistance

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Prairie Creek - Computer Area at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

JP helps with computer related basics for those who need individual help.

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

JP helps with computer related basics for those who need individual help.

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UFO Blast!

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bachman Lake - Children's Area at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Aliens are on the run! Create your own paper airplane launcher and try to pop as many balloons as you can to capture the aliens. Explore potential and kinetic energy while creating...

Required
Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Aliens are on the run! Create your own paper airplane launcher and try to pop as many balloons as you can to capture the aliens. Explore potential and kinetic energy while creating the perfect airplane. How many aliens can you capture?

TableTop Time

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

The whole family has a game they can play at the Lakewood Branch Library. We have a wide range of games for any age to play, and when available we will also have an adults-only gam...

Required
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 69
Event Details:

The whole family has a game they can play at the Lakewood Branch Library. We have a wide range of games for any age to play, and when available we will also have an adults-only game room in the conference room.

Summer Snacks

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Forest Green - In Library at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV. Recarga tus energías dur...

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - In Library
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

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Geometric Rock Painting

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Polk-Wisdom - Classroom A & B at Polk-Wisdom Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Calling all seniors with a passion for creativity! This is a delightful painting experience that promises to spark your imagination and bring joy to your heart. In Geometric Rock P...

Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Calling all seniors with a passion for creativity! This is a delightful painting experience that promises to spark your imagination and bring joy to your heart.

Summer Snack

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium at Polk-Wisdom Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV. Recarga tus energías dur...

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

Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

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Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de verano para niños

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV. Recarga tus energías dur...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

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Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de verano para niños

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Dallas West - In Library at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV. Recarga tus energías dur...

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - In Library
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

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Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de verano para niños

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV. Recarga tus energías dur...

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

Sweet Sounds: Spring Music Classes - Guitar

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Fridays at 3pm will be the guitar/ukulele class! Classes run from April 12 through June 21. Spring music classes for school-aged students 6-12 yrs on Wednesdays and Fridays.&...

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Fridays at 3pm will be the guitar/ukulele class!

Classes run from April 12 through June 21.

Spring music classes for school-aged students 6-12 yrs on Wednesdays and Fridays. 

Crafternoon: Australia - Aboriginal Dot Art

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Audelia Road - Lobby at Audelia Road Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Take a trek to the Outback where you can create art like the native Australians who share their Dreaming Stories (spirituality) and their connection to nature using various symbols...

Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Lobby
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Take a trek to the Outback where you can create art like the native Australians who share their Dreaming Stories (spirituality) and their connection to nature using various symbols and dots in their paintings.

 

 

Family Game Day

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Attention all families! Join us for family fun featuring board games, card games, and more! Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Attention all families! Join us for family fun featuring board games, card games, and more!

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Yarn Wreaths: DIY 102

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:45pm
Timberglen - Auditorium at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn how to make your own personalized wreaths for any occasion. Get creative and crafty with this unique DIY project to add a handmade touch to your home decor. Open to all ...

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

Learn how to make your own personalized wreaths for any occasion. Get creative and crafty with this unique DIY project to add a handmade touch to your home decor. Open to all levels of expertise.

Summer Lunches

Friday, July 12, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Vickery Park - Study Room A at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Featured
Age Group:
Family, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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 Pro...

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Study Room A
Age Group: Family, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Featured
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.