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Play & Grow Fairs

All Day 4/27 - 6/22
Community Events
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

Don’t miss this event for children ages 0-5 and their families!  Play & Grow is a brain building event full of fun activities that will help your children b...

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Don’t miss this event for children ages 0-5 and their families!  Play & Grow is a brain building event full of fun activities that will help your children build early literacy as they play while caregivers get information f

balloons

Oodles of Balloons Scavenger Hunt

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Preston Royal - Children's Area at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Find all the balloons hiding around the library for a prize!

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Find all the balloons hiding around the library for a prize!

Calming Corner

05/01/2024 @ 11:00am to 05/25/2024 @ 4:00pm
Timberglen - In Library at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Come in for the book selection, stay for the mind games and coloring activities. Designed to let you get a taste of all the library has to offer but with none of the social interac...

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

Come in for the book selection, stay for the mind games and coloring activities. Designed to let you get a taste of all the library has to offer but with none of the social interaction.

Scavenger Hunt illustrated text

Monthly Scavenger Hunt

All Day 5/2 - 5/24
Oak Lawn - Computer Area at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Find the Star Wars characters!  

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Computer Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Find the Star Wars characters!

 

dino

Dino Discovery: Scavenger Hunt

05/03/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/10/2024 @ 5:00pm
Bachman Lake - In Library at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Embark on an exciting treasure hunt of Dinosaurs. Each month, explore the nooks and crannies of the library to uncover the hidden pictures! Once you've found them all, stop by...

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - In Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Embark on an exciting treasure hunt of Dinosaurs. Each month, explore the nooks and crannies of the library to uncover the hidden pictures! Once you've found them all, stop by the information desk for a special prize!

Burr Oak and Sun

Texas, Still and In Motion: Abstractions in Oil by Jan Hart Black

All Day 5/4 - 5/26
Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

A Texas native, Jan Hart Black was inspired by the majestic, powerful, mystifying aspects of its elements. Her current work expresses in oil her senses’ memories of their touch. Th...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

A Texas native, Jan Hart Black was inspired by the majestic, powerful, mystifying aspects of its elements. Her current work expresses in oil her senses’ memories of their touch. The feel of wind on skin. A still hot day. Dust storms.

Little Detectives Logo

Little Detectives Scavenger Hunt

All Day 5/6 - 5/11
Skillman Southwestern - Children's Area at Skillman Southwestern Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Embark on an exciting scavenger hunt at the library! Each month, explore the nooks and crannies of the library to uncover the hidden pictures! Once you've found them all, stop by t...

Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - Children's Area
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Embark on an exciting scavenger hunt at the library! Each month, explore the nooks and crannies of the library to uncover the hidden pictures! Once you've found them all, stop by the information desk for a special prize!

Puzzle

Community Puzzle

05/06/2024 @ 9:00am to 05/11/2024 @ 5:00pm
Preston Royal - Puzzle Area at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Take a break and relax while putting together our Community Jigsaw Puzzle.

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Puzzle Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Take a break and relax while putting together our Community Jigsaw Puzzle.

computer class

Career LaunchPad

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn the basics of computer formatting from typing, accessing the web, and learning general computer software and more. 

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Learn the basics of computer formatting from typing, accessing the web, and learning general computer software and more. 

Computer Assistance

One on One with JP - Computer Assistance

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Prairie Creek - Computer Area at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

JP helps with computer related basics for those who need individual help.

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

JP helps with computer related basics for those who need individual help.

how to make paper

Paper Making Series

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Timberglen - Classroom at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Crafternoon: Paint a Cherry Blossom

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Audelia Road - Children's Area at Audelia Road Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

It's Crafternoon at Audelia Road Branch Library! Paint your own Japanese Cherry Blossom Tree in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! 

Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

It's Crafternoon at Audelia Road Branch Library! Paint your own Japanese Cherry Blossom Tree in honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! 

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Afterschool Snacks

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:15pm
Vickery Park - Auditorium at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible th...

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición

snack time

Afterschool Snacks

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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 C...

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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.

Afterschool Supersnack/ Supermerienda extraescolar

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Prairie Creek - In Library at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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 C...

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - In Library
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Civic Engagement
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.

Crafty Kids: Bottle Cap Animal Art

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arcadia Park - In Library at Arcadia Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity at Crafty Kids with our exciting Bottle Cap Animal Art session! This week, we're transforming ordinary bottle caps into extraordinary pieces of animal-inspi...

Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity at Crafty Kids with our exciting Bottle Cap Animal Art session! This week, we're transforming ordinary bottle caps into extraordinary pieces of animal-inspired masterpieces.

bracelet

DIY Bracelet Making

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Unleash your artistic talents by designing and crafting your very own beaded bracelets. Experience the process of selecting colorful beads, arranging patterns, and stringing beads ...

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Unleash your artistic talents by designing and crafting your very own beaded bracelets. Experience the process of selecting colorful beads, arranging patterns, and stringing beads to create unique and personalized bracelets.

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Afterschool Snacks

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Timberglen - Auditorium at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible th...

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición

Music Class

Sweet Sounds: Spring Music Classes - Violin

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Fridays at 4pm will be a violin class! Classes run from April 12 to June 21. Spring music classes for school-aged students 6-12 yrs on Wednesdays and Fridays.  FREE w...

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Fridays at 4pm will be a violin class!

Classes run from April 12 to June 21.

Spring music classes for school-aged students 6-12 yrs on Wednesdays and Fridays. 

strips of colorful washi tape

Picture Perfect Mother's Day Frames

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Renner-Frankford - In Library at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

A picture may be worth a thousand words, but a handmade picture frame is priceless! Create a beautiful frame for Mother's Day. Supplies are limited.

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

A picture may be worth a thousand words, but a handmade picture frame is priceless! Create a beautiful frame for Mother's Day. Supplies are limited.

afterschool snack flyer

Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

Friday, May 10, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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 C...

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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.

Guess how many text

Guess How Many Bears!

All Day 5/11 - 5/26
Bachman Lake - In Library at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Guess How Many Bears for kids Come and have fun at the library!  Winner gets a prize! Guess now, near the reference front desk!

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Guess How Many Bears for kids

Come and have fun at the library! 

Winner gets a prize!

Guess now, near the reference front desk!

Apes With Anxiety--Baboon fighting with astronaut

Central Staff Art Exhibit--2024

All Day 5/11 - 6/28
Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

From now through the end of June 2024, the 4th floor’s Pollock Performance Space Showcases feature art by members of the Central Library’s staff: Andrew Anderson, Tiffany Bailey, I...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

From now through the end of June 2024, the 4th floor’s Pollock Performance Space Showcases feature art by members of the Central Library’s staff: Andrew Anderson, Tiffany Bailey, Irving Bolaños, Herman Cardona, Fabian Castillo, Elizabet

GED Classes with the Wilkinson Center

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 9:00am - 1:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Free adult high school equivalency and career readiness preparation class with the Wilkinson Center. Register here: http://cutt.ly/newclient For more information about t...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Free adult high school equivalency and career readiness preparation class with the Wilkinson Center.

Register here: http://cutt.ly/newclient