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This event is in the "Teen" group.

Swan Strings Guitar Classes

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen
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 shou...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Teen
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 "Teen" group.

Nancy Drew Mystery

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Highland Hills - Auditorium at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Calling all teenage detectives and sleuths! Are you ready to put on your detective hats and solve a thrilling Nancy Drew mystery? Join us for an adventure like no other. Immerse...

Required
Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Calling all teenage detectives and sleuths! Are you ready to put on your detective hats and solve a thrilling Nancy Drew mystery? Join us for an adventure like no other.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Mindfulness and Meditation Series Presents: Zen Doodling

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 1 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

In our final installation of our Mindfulness and Meditation Series patrons will have the opportunity to relax while engaging their creative side. This program focuses on the medita...

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

In our final installation of our Mindfulness and Meditation Series patrons will have the opportunity to relax while engaging their creative side.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Speed Puzzling

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium at Skillman Southwestern Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Are you a puzzle master? Do you have the need for speed? Come try out speed puzzling! Bring a team of four or join a team with other players. At the designated time the teams will ...

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

Are you a puzzle master? Do you have the need for speed? Come try out speed puzzling! Bring a team of four or join a team with other players.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Swan Strings Guitar Classes (Adult)

Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. . For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as m...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Coffee and Conversation

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
White Rock Hills - Classroom A at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Exchange stories and get to know your neighbors, fellow library patrons, and library staff over a cup of coffee and a breakfast pastry. This event is sponsored by the White Ro...

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Exchange stories and get to know your neighbors, fellow library patrons, and library staff over a cup of coffee and a breakfast pastry.

 

This event is sponsored by the White Rock Hills Friends. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Mahjong Club

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 11:30am - 2:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Study Room A 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 - Study Room A
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 "Seniors" group.

Cast On! Crochet Club

Friday, January 31, 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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Exploring the World of Braille

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Timberglen - Classroom at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

In honor of Braille Literacy Month, learn about the importance of a written language like no other. Each person won't only get to browse some of DPL's braille books but also hear t...

Required
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

In honor of Braille Literacy Month, learn about the importance of a written language like no other.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Violin Class

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!Classes are 45 minutes and cover ...

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

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Anime Club

Friday, January 31, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Do you enjoy reading and watch manga and anime?  Come to the Lancaster-Kiest branch to discuss your favorite manga and anime.

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

Do you enjoy reading and watch manga and anime?  Come to the Lancaster-Kiest branch to discuss your favorite manga and anime.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Saturday Stitchery

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Kleberg-Rylie - In Library at Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us every other Saturday morning from 10 AM to 11 AM for Saturday Stitchery at the Library! Whether you crochet, knit, embroider, or enjoy any other craft, this is the perfect ...

Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join us every other Saturday morning from 10 AM to 11 AM for Saturday Stitchery at the Library! Whether you crochet, knit, embroider, or enjoy any other craft, this is the perfect time to bring your project and work alongside fellow crafters.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Community Gardening: Potted Planting

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Forest Green - Outdoor Area at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Get your hands dirty at the Forest Green Branch Library’s community garden! Local seniors and adults will collaborate to care for vegetables, flowers and ornamental plants in a rel...

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Get your hands dirty at the Forest Green Branch Library’s community garden!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Table Top Rulez- An intro to TTRPG's

Saturday, February 1, 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
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
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

It's adventure time!

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Afternoons: Valentine's Day Cards

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Gather your family for an afternoon of games and art! Take part in learning how to make custom Valentine's Day cards or pull up a chair to play a game with family and new friends.&...

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Gather your family for an afternoon of games and art! Take part in learning how to make custom Valentine's Day cards or pull up a chair to play a game with family and new friends. 

This event is in the "Family" group.

Spring Movie Matinee: Soul

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Enjoy a movie afternoon with coloring pages for the kids!

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Enjoy a movie afternoon with coloring pages for the kids!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Books & Brews

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Enjoy a local brew as we discuss Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah's Chain-Gang All-Stars. You can find a summary from Super Summary below: Chain-Gang All-Stars (2023) is a dystopia...

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

Enjoy a local brew as we discuss Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah's Chain-Gang All-Stars. You can find a summary from Super Summary below:

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

Crochet Circle at Dallas West

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dallas West - Auditorium at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Whether you are picking up a hook for the first time or you are a seasoned pro, this afternoon is all about relaxing and getting creative! All ages are welcomed. Beginners: D...

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

Whether you are picking up a hook for the first time or you are a seasoned pro, this afternoon is all about relaxing and getting creative! All ages are welcomed.

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

Tails and Tales

Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Practice your reading skills with the most patient (and adorable) audience - therapy dogs! This event involves live animals.

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy
Event Details:

Practice your reading skills with the most patient (and adorable) audience - therapy dogs! 

This event involves live animals.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Mahjong Monday

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Audelia Road - Auditorium at Audelia Road Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Whether you're new to the game or have plenty of experience, Mahjong Mondays are a casual place to learn to play Chinese Mahjong and hang out with fellow players. All skill levels ...

Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Whether you're new to the game or have plenty of experience, Mahjong Mondays are a casual place to learn to play Chinese Mahjong and hang out with fellow players. All skill levels are welcome.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

American Mahjong

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!   Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.  

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!

 

Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.

 

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Knit Wits

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library!(Crochet...if you must...)

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

Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library!

(Crochet...if you must...)

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

Video Game Club

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 1 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Senior Coffee Tour

Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Audelia Road - Auditorium at Audelia Road Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Presented by local Starbucks Coffee Masters and Baristas, the Senior Coffee Tour is a relaxed and engaging library program designed to offer seniors a fun and social way ...

Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Presented by local Starbucks Coffee Masters and Baristas, the Senior Coffee Tour is a relaxed and engaging library program designed to offer seniors a fun and social way to explore different coffee cultures, bre