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Spring Break Retreat - Pot-o-Gold STEM Challenge

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Prairie Creek - Auditorium at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)


Enjoy a fun day of science activities.

The Pot-o- Gold STEM challenge involves designing and constructing a boat using aluminum foil that can carry the maximum number of coins.

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


Enjoy a fun day of science activities.

The Pot-o- Gold STEM challenge involves designing and constructing a boat using aluminum foil that can carry the maximum number of coins.

Spring Switch Tournament: Super Smash Bros.

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)

We invite teens to participate in our Spring Switch Tournament: Super Smash Bros! This will be a week long tournament where you get points for attendance and for your placement in your matches.

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

We invite teens to participate in our Spring Switch Tournament: Super Smash Bros! This will be a week long tournament where you get points for attendance and for your placement in your matches.

Computer Help

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Oak Lawn - Computer Area at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Registration Required
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.

Fiber Arts Workroom Open Officer Hours Wednesdays 1 -2 and Fridays 2-4 at Central Library 4th Floor Fiber Arts Workroom

Fiber Arts Workroom Open Office Hours!

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Need help on a project? Have a question about sewing machines? Want to hang out & craft with friends?

Registration Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need help on a project? Have a question about sewing machines? Want to hang out & craft with friends?

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Game On! YMCA Game Truck

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kleberg-Rylie - Outdoor Area at Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Celebrate Spring Break in style with a free visit from the YMCA Game Truck!  The YMCA Game Truck is an Esports gaming center on the go.

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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Outdoor Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Celebrate Spring Break in style with a free visit from the YMCA Game Truck!  The YMCA Game Truck is an Esports gaming center on the go.

Mad Scientist Camp

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Train to become a mad scientist in this week-long Spring Break camp!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Train to become a mad scientist in this week-long Spring Break camp!

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Make Art with the DMA!

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Today the Dallas Museum of Art will lead us in a musical artistic collaboration! Come make your very own creative masterpiece!

Registration Required
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Today the Dallas Museum of Art will lead us in a musical artistic collaboration! Come make your very own creative masterpiece!

Computer Assistance

One on One - Computer Assistance

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Prairie Creek - Computer Area at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.

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

One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.

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Dungeons and Dragons: The Central Guild

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:30pm
Central Library - Classroom 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 A (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's adventure time!

SuperSnack for Kids / Merienda para niños

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:15pm - 3:45pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

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

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

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Chess Club

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Fretz Park - Black Box Theater at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)

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

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

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

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Finger Paint Trees

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Fretz Park - Children's Area at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Spend some time learning with us!

This week we will be making Finger Paint Trees! 

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

Spend some time learning with us!

This week we will be making Finger Paint Trees! 

Snack for Kids/Merienda Para Niños

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B at Arcadia Park Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:00 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:00 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

After School STEAM

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium at Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Join us every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 PM for hands-on crafts that spark creativity and curiosity! Every week, you can color, create, and explore fun new activities.

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

Join us every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 PM for hands-on crafts that spark creativity and curiosity! Every week, you can color, create, and explore fun new activities.

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Afterschool Snacks

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
White Rock Hills - In Library at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

Registration Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Registration Required
Event Details:

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

Afterschool Supersnack/ Supermerienda extraescolar

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Prairie Creek - Classroom 1 at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Refuel afterschool 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: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Refuel afterschool 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.

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Spring Break Snack (Supermerienda extraescolar)

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Spring Break Spring Into Action: DMA

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 1 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Create art in collaboration with the Dallas Museum of Art. Participants will explore creative techniques and make their own original artwork using provided materials.

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Create art in collaboration with the Dallas Museum of Art. Participants will explore creative techniques and make their own original artwork using provided materials.

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Afterschool Super Snack - Merienda Súper Nutritiva Después de la Escuela

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:15pm
Dallas West - Auditorium 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)

Refuel after school 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: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Auditorium
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 after school 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.

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STEM Club Presented by UT Southwestern

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Audelia Road - Auditorium at Audelia Road Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Technology
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Presented by doctorate students of UT Southwestern, learn about a new STEM topic each month. 

You can register for an email reminder, but it's not required ☺️

 

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

Presented by doctorate students of UT Southwestern, learn about a new STEM topic each month. 

You can register for an email reminder, but it's not required ☺️

 

Equal Heart Meal

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday  from 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday  from 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

Homework Help at the Library

Homework Help at the Library!

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Arcadia Park - Story Children's Area at Arcadia Park Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

 📚 Need a little homework help? Kids ages 6–12 can bring their questions to the library and get help from our staff.  📚

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

 📚 Need a little homework help? Kids ages 6–12 can bring their questions to the library and get help from our staff.  📚

Afterschool STEM: Sound Factory

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Explore music and sounds in this STEM activity!

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

Explore music and sounds in this STEM activity!

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Afterschool Super Snack/Supermerienda extraescolar

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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 afterschool 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 afterschool 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.