Event List

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!

Spiders and beetles and centipedes, OH MY! Come join Bernie the Bug Lady as she shows her collection of insects and teaches all about the world of bugs.

It's like book club but better! Every month on the first Saturday we will meet to enjoy sampling local brews and discussing a book.

1, 2, 3, 4, 5.. 6 - 7! Step into the world of brainrot and internet memes of today’s digital culture.

Bring the family to the library to create beautiful Paint-by-Sticker art pieces. Just like paint by numbers, you can create your masterpiece using stickers! Images for children and adults will be available so the whole family can participate!

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!

All members of the Lakewood Library Friends and arts show participants are invited!  Enjoy light refreshments, meet the artists, and maybe even take home a piece of art for your own collection.

Take advantage of the library’s Career Launch Pad service! Book a one-on-one session with a library staff person to help you with your job search.

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

This event involves live animals.

Calling all crafters, artists, and DIY'ers! Are you new to the makers scene or an experienced crafter? Visit with your peers and try something new at our Make & Mingle day!

Craft stations will include:

Do you have a well-loved stuffed animal that needs a bit of repair? If so, bring your furry or not-so-furry friend to our walk-in clinic staffed with our ESTs (Emergency Stuffing Technicians) so they can help mend your stuffed animals for you.

Have you ever wanted to learn to play chess? Or are you already on your way to becoming a grandmaster?

Parents and children, listen to stories, sing songs and practice literacy skills together. 

Suggested ages: 6 years and under

Take a leisurely morning stroll through the library's neighborhood! We will do some warm up stretching, walk a full mile every Monday morning, half a mile each way, and stretch again!

Summer Camp checking out books.

English Language Learning  

English Language Learning  

Start the week with a little peace of mind—literally! Breathe in calm and breathe out stress during gentle, guided meditation sessions designed to refresh focus and restore balance.

A bite-sized, themed reading adventure designed to spark curiosity and keep the fun going! Each session explores a new theme with engaging stories and coloring afterwards. 

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

Dallas Public Library branches are providing free summer meals to children and teens from 1-18 in partnership with the nonprofit hunger organization Education Potential Verified. No proof of need or pre-registration is required to receive meals.