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Sabor Puro: Cumbia Performance

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Bookmarks - NorthCourt at Bookmarks in NorthPark Center
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

Sabor Puro is a Dallas-based cumbia band whose name translates to “Pure Flavor.” Steeped in expressive energy, this band does not disappoint in the flavor department.

Library Branch: Bookmarks in NorthPark Center
Room: Bookmarks - NorthCourt
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Sabor Puro is a Dallas-based cumbia band whose name translates to “Pure Flavor.” Steeped in expressive energy, this band does not disappoint in the flavor department.

This event is in the "Family" group

Voice Class

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

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!

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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 "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Family Craft: Spring Tree Paper Plate Craft

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Oak Cliff - Auditorium at North Oak Cliff Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

This is a cute and easy-to-make Spring Blossom Tree craft.

Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

This is a cute and easy-to-make Spring Blossom Tree craft.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
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Japanese Tea Ceremony: Session 1

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Presented by the Japanese American Society of Dallas, highlighting the rich cultural traditions behind matcha preparation. Learn the history, observe the ritual and explore the beauty of mindfulness through tea.

 

 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Presented by the Japanese American Society of Dallas, highlighting the rich cultural traditions behind matcha preparation. Learn the history, observe the ritual and explore the beauty of mindfulness through tea.

 

 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
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Japanese Tea Ceremony: Session 2

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 12:15pm - 1:15pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Presented by the Japanese American Society of Dallas, highlighting the rich cultural traditions behind matcha preparation. Learn the history, observe the ritual and explore the beauty of mindfulness through tea.

 

Registration Required
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Presented by the Japanese American Society of Dallas, highlighting the rich cultural traditions behind matcha preparation. Learn the history, observe the ritual and explore the beauty of mindfulness through tea.

 

This event is in the "Family" group

Guitar Class

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

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!

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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 "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
America's Forgotten Founders flyer

America's Forgotten Founders

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

History isn’t just about the most famous names. In this program, kids will discover forgotten founders—Black patriots, women soldiers, and other heroes who helped shape early America.

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

History isn’t just about the most famous names. In this program, kids will discover forgotten founders—Black patriots, women soldiers, and other heroes who helped shape early America.

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

Free Guitar Lessons with Swan Strings

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Are you interested in learning to play the guitar? Swan Strings, a local musical non-profit, is here to help! Come learn how to play the guitar in this class series, especially designed for children aged 8 and up!

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

Are you interested in learning to play the guitar? Swan Strings, a local musical non-profit, is here to help! Come learn how to play the guitar in this class series, especially designed for children aged 8 and up!

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Grow & Gather Gardening Club

Grow & Gather Gardening Club

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Learn to start seeds, root herbs, and harvest microgreens at the library.

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

Learn to start seeds, root herbs, and harvest microgreens at the library.

This event is in the "Family" group

Villanueva's Visual Arts Workshop

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Español
Age Group:
Family

This is a visual arts workshop by renowned artist Fred Villanueva. We will be learning basic drawing, sketching, color techniques, and more! This series will be bilingual in both English and Spanish. 

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

This is a visual arts workshop by renowned artist Fred Villanueva. We will be learning basic drawing, sketching, color techniques, and more! This series will be bilingual in both English and Spanish. 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Colorful painted background with a canvas in the center. On the canvas is the title Acrylic Painting 101

Acrylic Painting 101

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Timberglen - Auditorium at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Bring your creativity with you as we delve into the basics of acrylic painting. We will work together to create our own renditions of the selected monthly painting. All supplies are provided.

 

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

Bring your creativity with you as we delve into the basics of acrylic painting. We will work together to create our own renditions of the selected monthly painting. All supplies are provided.

 

This event is in the "Family" group
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Anime Festival

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Fretz Park - In Library at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

Are you a fan of Howl's Moving Castle? My Neighbor Totoro? Anime in general?

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Are you a fan of Howl's Moving Castle? My Neighbor Totoro? Anime in general?

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Arte y Cultura / Art & Culture Banner

Arte y Cultura / Art & Culture: Alma Thomas

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Español
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Entre al mundo vibrante del arte mientras aprende sobre los estilos y artistas que han impactado a la cultura a través de su arte en esta serie de talleres de arte. Conozca a Alma Thomas, una pintora americana reconocida por sus obras abstrac

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Español
Event Details:

Entre al mundo vibrante del arte mientras aprende sobre los estilos y artistas que han impactado a la cultura a través de su arte en esta serie de talleres de arte. Conozca a Alma Thomas, una pintora americana reconocida por sus obras abstrac

This event is in the "Family" group
Family Fun Saturday Cover Graphic

Family Fun Saturday: DIY Magnets

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2 at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

As part of our Family Fun Saturdays program we do something fun for the whole family one Saturday every month!

Create your own unique magnets using scrapbook paper and glass gems.

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

As part of our Family Fun Saturdays program we do something fun for the whole family one Saturday every month!

Create your own unique magnets using scrapbook paper and glass gems.

This event is in the "Family" group
Perot Tech Truck

Perot Tech Truck Family Day

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Vickery Park - Auditorium at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

The Perot Museum is bringing science and nature to your community with their mobile Tech Truck! Cycle through six different stations, each with its own fun science project, and experience something new.

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

The Perot Museum is bringing science and nature to your community with their mobile Tech Truck! Cycle through six different stations, each with its own fun science project, and experience something new.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
saturday movies poster with film reel

Saturday Movies

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!

 

Note: times, location, and films are subject to change.

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!

 

Note: times, location, and films are subject to change.

This event is in the "Family" group
Painting of Washington crossing the Delaware

Survive 1776

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Community Showcase (1st Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

Bring the whole family and experience the American Revolution in action! At this interactive program, all ages won’t just hear about history—they’ll try it themselves.

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Community Showcase (1st Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Bring the whole family and experience the American Revolution in action! At this interactive program, all ages won’t just hear about history—they’ll try it themselves.

This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Prairie Creek - Study Room 1 at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Slay monsters, gather treasure and go on adventures with friends old and new! Dungeons & Dragons sessions, led by Thomas Acebo, meet every second and fourth Saturday of the month. 

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Slay monsters, gather treasure and go on adventures with friends old and new! Dungeons & Dragons sessions, led by Thomas Acebo, meet every second and fourth Saturday of the month. 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Knitting and Crochet Club Banner

Club de Tejidos / Knitting & Crochet Club

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:45pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

¡Explore su lado creativo en nuestro club semanal de tejidos! Socialice, muestre sus proyectos, y reciba consejos. ¿Apenas está aprendiendo a tejer? No se preocupe—recibimos a tejedores de todos los niveles de conocimiento.

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Seniors
Event Details:

¡Explore su lado creativo en nuestro club semanal de tejidos! Socialice, muestre sus proyectos, y reciba consejos. ¿Apenas está aprendiendo a tejer? No se preocupe—recibimos a tejedores de todos los niveles de conocimiento.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Image of a summer vision board

Summer Vision Board

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Arcadia Park - In Library at Arcadia Park Branch
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Create a summer vision board and set the tone for your best season yet! Join us for a fun, creative activity designed to inspire your goals and dreams.

Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Create a summer vision board and set the tone for your best season yet! Join us for a fun, creative activity designed to inspire your goals and dreams.

This event is in the "Family" group
Hamilton poster

"Hamilton" Sing-A-Long

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

🎤 Sing Along to “Hamilton”! 🎶

We’ve practiced… kinda. We’re probably ready.

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

🎤 Sing Along to “Hamilton”! 🎶

We’ve practiced… kinda. We’re probably ready.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
chess

Chess & Board Game Club

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Pleasant Grove - In Library at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Participants are invited to come and learn the basics of Chess or to spend time playing the many board games available!

All Ages Welcome, Kids 8+ preferred, Board Games available for Younger Children. 

Puzzles also available!

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Participants are invited to come and learn the basics of Chess or to spend time playing the many board games available!

All Ages Welcome, Kids 8+ preferred, Board Games available for Younger Children. 

Puzzles also available!

This event is in the "Family" group

Keyboard Class

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

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!

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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 "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Crafternoon: Hawaiian Leis

Saturday, May 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Forest Green - Children's Area at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a craft that commemorates the lei, a type of garland popular in Polynesia and the Philippines.

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

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a craft that commemorates the lei, a type of garland popular in Polynesia and the Philippines.