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Dino Dig! Oak Lawn Branch Hosts the Dallas Arboretum

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Oak Lawn - Auditorium at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

The Oak Lawn Branch Hosts the Dallas Arboretum as they present: Dino Dig!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Oak Lawn Branch Hosts the Dallas Arboretum as they present: Dino Dig!

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

Dallas Lace Society

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Forest Green - Classroom 1 at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Curious about the intricacies of lacemaking? Stop by the Forest Green branch library for the Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Society weekly meeting. Newcomers are absolutely welcome!  

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

Curious about the intricacies of lacemaking? Stop by the Forest Green branch library for the Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Society weekly meeting. Newcomers are absolutely welcome!  

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

Chinese Mahjong Club

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

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.

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
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 "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
youth d&d

Youth D&D Campaign

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)

🎲Your adventuring party awaits! 🐉

We have a Summer Campaign just for those 10 & up. 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

🎲Your adventuring party awaits! 🐉

We have a Summer Campaign just for those 10 & up. 

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

The English Corner

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fretz Park - Classroom 1 at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

If you are looking to practice speaking English stop by The English Corner! The Fretz Park English conversation group welcomes everyone.  

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

If you are looking to practice speaking English stop by The English Corner! The Fretz Park English conversation group welcomes everyone.  

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

Learning to Quilt

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Enjoy a relaxing, hands-on experience that turns simple scraps into something spectacular. Come for the stitches and stay for the smiles, community and creativity!

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Enjoy a relaxing, hands-on experience that turns simple scraps into something spectacular. Come for the stitches and stay for the smiles, community and creativity!

This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
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Check, Please: Chess Club

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Fretz Park - Classroom 1 at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)

Are you new to the world of chess? Stop by the Fretz Park chess club and become a grandmaster in no time! 

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Are you new to the world of chess? Stop by the Fretz Park chess club and become a grandmaster in no time! 

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

Reading Program with DARCC

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
White Rock Hills - Children's Area at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Talking to children about body safety and boundaries can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be!

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

Talking to children about body safety and boundaries can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be!

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

Mahjong Mania!

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 5:15pm - 7:15pm
Skyline - Classroom at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

It's the perfect blend of simple strategy and social interaction! Learn how to play Chinese Mahjong and develop the skills and know-how to master the game, every week! Don't know a thing about the game? No problem!

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

It's the perfect blend of simple strategy and social interaction! Learn how to play Chinese Mahjong and develop the skills and know-how to master the game, every week! Don't know a thing about the game? No problem!

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

Central Commander Club And Beyblade Battle Buddies

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library - Classroom TaiPei (D) (6th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Clash on! A new Bi-Weekly Magic: The Gathering Program at the Dallas Public Library. Bring your commander decks for an evening of fun, flinging cards with new friends. Games are free for all and welcome old and new players.

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom TaiPei (D) (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Clash on! A new Bi-Weekly Magic: The Gathering Program at the Dallas Public Library. Bring your commander decks for an evening of fun, flinging cards with new friends. Games are free for all and welcome old and new players.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
The Writers' Workshop

The Writers' Workshop

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Join with other writers to learn new skills and practice your writing!

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join with other writers to learn new skills and practice your writing!

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

Spanish Class

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Is Duolingo not cutting it anymore? Try our beginner-friendly in-person Spanish class!

 

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

Is Duolingo not cutting it anymore? Try our beginner-friendly in-person Spanish class!

 

This event is in the "Family" group

Console Corner

All Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
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Oil Pastel Workshop

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

It’s like fingerpainting for grown ups but fancier! Play with color, texture and creativity in this hands on art session. No experience needed. All supplies provided. 

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

It’s like fingerpainting for grown ups but fancier! Play with color, texture and creativity in this hands on art session. No experience needed. All supplies provided. 

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

Read to Nellie

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Preston Royal - Children's Area at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Have fun practicing reading skills with Nellie, a registered therapy dog with Pet Partners. Nellie will be ready to listen to any story in a one-on-one session.

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Have fun practicing reading skills with Nellie, a registered therapy dog with Pet Partners. Nellie will be ready to listen to any story in a one-on-one session.

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

Boardgames!

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Highland Hills - Classroom B at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

It’s game time at the library! Join us for Boardgames!, where kids can enjoy a variety of classic and new board games with friends. From strategy games to silly favorites, there’s something for everyone to play and enjoy.

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

It’s game time at the library! Join us for Boardgames!, where kids can enjoy a variety of classic and new board games with friends. From strategy games to silly favorites, there’s something for everyone to play and enjoy.

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

Kawaii Club

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)

Come explore new anime and crafts while talking to like-minded individuals. Grab one of our Japanese snacks and settle in for a good time!

 

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Come explore new anime and crafts while talking to like-minded individuals. Grab one of our Japanese snacks and settle in for a good time!

 

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

State Fair Arts & Crafts Workshop

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Lochwood - Black Box Theater at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Have you ever seen the arts and crafts at the State Fair and wished it was your art up there? Well, it could be!

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

Have you ever seen the arts and crafts at the State Fair and wished it was your art up there? Well, it could be!

This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
Guitar Lessons for Beginners icon with a picture of a guitar as the background and a description of the event.

Guitar Lessons for Beginners

Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Timberglen - Classroom at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)

Strum up some fun at the library! Join our beginner guitar lessons, where you'll learn the basics of chords, rhythm, and more. Beginner Guitar lessons for Ages 12 and up.  Check our calendar for dates and times.

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Strum up some fun at the library! Join our beginner guitar lessons, where you'll learn the basics of chords, rhythm, and more. Beginner Guitar lessons for Ages 12 and up.  Check our calendar for dates and times.

This event is in the "Family" group

Console Corner

All Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2 at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Dallasite Yogis flyer. Image of a man in a yoga pose.

Dallasite Yogis

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Central Library - Classroom Monterrey (F) (6th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Free yoga class led by Jarrett Chatman - all levels welcome!

Bring a yoga mat and wear flexible clothing. If you don't have a mat, we've got one for you.

Register for email reminders and updates.

Registration Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom Monterrey (F) (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Free yoga class led by Jarrett Chatman - all levels welcome!

Bring a yoga mat and wear flexible clothing. If you don't have a mat, we've got one for you.

Register for email reminders and updates.

This event is in the "Family" group

The Lost Declaration: A Puzzle Room

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

The Declaration has been stolen! You and your team are the group of expert archivists that are called in to replace it with a secret copy that looks identical.

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

The Declaration has been stolen! You and your team are the group of expert archivists that are called in to replace it with a secret copy that looks identical.

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

The English Corner

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fretz Park - Classroom 1 at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

If you are looking to practice speaking English stop by The English Corner! The Fretz Park English conversation group welcomes everyone.  

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

If you are looking to practice speaking English stop by The English Corner! The Fretz Park English conversation group welcomes everyone.  

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
The Central Guild cover graphic

Dungeons and Dragons: The Central Guild

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Classroom Dijon (A) (6th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

It's adventure time!

Registration Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom Dijon (A) (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's adventure time!