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All About Seeds!

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Classroom B (6th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The foundation of our existence lies in seeds and their production. This class will cover the fundamentals of seed production, storage, and propagation. Presenter's Bio: Ro

Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom B (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
The foundation of our existence lies in seeds and their production. This class will cover the fundamentals of seed production, storage, and propagation. Presenter's Bio: Roseann has loved gardening all her life, but it wasn’t until retirement...
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Bilingual Senior Salsa Dance Recital

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
North Oak Cliff - Auditorium at North Oak Cliff Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Our seniors have been working hard learning how to dance Salsa. Come see our Senior Salsa Dance Recital for a show you are sure to remember. This is one for the History Books. 

Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Our seniors have been working hard learning how to dance Salsa. Come see our Senior Salsa Dance Recital for a show you are sure to remember. This is one for the History Books.  ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Computer Tutor

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Park Forest - Computer Area at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having. Thursdays & Saturdays, by appointment only.

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:
Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having. Thursdays & Saturdays, by appointment only. ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Master Naturalist Presents: Pro-Worker, Pro-Climate, Pro-Texas: Building a Sustainable Future Together

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us the second Saturday of every month on the 5th floor of the Central Library from 11 a. m. to Noon for a new and exciting topic presented by a local Master Naturalist! As

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:
Join us the second Saturday of every month on the 5th floor of the Central Library from 11 a. m. to Noon for a new and exciting topic presented by a local Master Naturalist! As we strive to create a more equitable and harmonious society, addressin...
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Tie it and Dye it

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Dallas West - Auditorium at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Looking to jazz up a white tee shirt? Look no further! All supplies will be provided to tie dye anything cotton! Participants are welcome to bring their own tee shirt, tank to

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Looking to jazz up a white tee shirt? Look no further! All supplies will be provided to tie dye anything cotton! Participants are welcome to bring their own tee shirt, tank top, canvas bag, scarf etc.! For best results, we recommend bringing an...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

May Mammograms

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Kleberg-Rylie - Outdoor Area at Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

A free mammogram truck will provide easier access to healthcare in the library parking lot.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
A free mammogram truck will provide easier access to healthcare in the library parking lot. ...
This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Crafternoon: Mother's Day Windchimes

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Arcadia Park - Story Children's Area at Arcadia Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Celebrate Mother's Day with love and creativity at this special Family Crafternoon! Join us for a heartwarming session where families can craft a beautiful surprise for their mothe

Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Story Children's Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Celebrate Mother's Day with love and creativity at this special Family Crafternoon! Join us for a heartwarming session where families can craft a beautiful surprise for their mothers – Pony Bead Windchimes. Let the gentle chimes of creativity resonat...
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Guitar Class

Saturday, May 11, 2024 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, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class. Classes are 45 minutes packed with fun ga

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class. Classes are 45 minutes packed with fun games, exercises, music theory, and hands-on performance techniques for ...
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Abstract Painting

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Highland Hills - Classroom A & B at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Dive into a world of color as kids explore the magic of watercolor paint. Let your imagination run wild as you use these vibrant paints to create unique and colorful patterns on pa

Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Dive into a world of color as kids explore the magic of watercolor paint. Let your imagination run wild as you use these vibrant paints to create unique and colorful patterns on paper. The most exciting part of this program! Dip strings into small...
This event is in the "Family" group.

Alma y Corazon Tejano Ballet Folklorico

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Prepare to be mesmerized by the captivating rhythms and vibrant traditions of Tejano culture! Your library is thrilled to present a special performance by Alma y Corazón Tejano Bal

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Prepare to be mesmerized by the captivating rhythms and vibrant traditions of Tejano culture! Your library is thrilled to present a special performance by Alma y Corazón Tejano Ballet Folklórico, a group that celebrates the rich heritage of Tejano an...
This event is in the "Family" group.

Hula Harmony: A Celebration of Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Oak Lawn - In Library at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Grace Hula Dance Company invites you to immerse yourself in a mesmerizing cultural experience during Hula Harmony, a dynamic performance showcasing the beauty and grace of Hula — a

Required
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
Grace Hula Dance Company invites you to immerse yourself in a mesmerizing cultural experience during Hula Harmony, a dynamic performance showcasing the beauty and grace of Hula — a traditional dance and storytelling art form that originated in the Ha...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Mother's Day Meditation and Relaxation Session

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Mother's Day Meditation and Relaxation session invites moms to come out and join in on a guided meditation to promote relaxation and wellness for moms. Please bring your own yoga m

Required
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:
Mother's Day Meditation and Relaxation session invites moms to come out and join in on a guided meditation to promote relaxation and wellness for moms. Please bring your own yoga mat for the session.  ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Creative Coloring

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A & B at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

An afternoon of coloring and conversation.  Coloring provides relaxation for all ages, not just children. The creative act of coloring can reduce stress, spark creativity,

Cancelled
Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
An afternoon of coloring and conversation.  Coloring provides relaxation for all ages, not just children. The creative act of coloring can reduce stress, spark creativity, and promote mindfulness. Come see the benefits for yourself!  ...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Digital Skills Training by The Cardboard Project

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2 at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The Free Digital Skills Training Program is an 8-week program focused on hands-on computer training, basic digital skills, resume building, and job coaching. The program also teach

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:
The Free Digital Skills Training Program is an 8-week program focused on hands-on computer training, basic digital skills, resume building, and job coaching. The program also teaches practicing online safety and protecting personal information. Parti...
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

El Centro Toastmasters Club Meeting

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs.  Visiting a cl

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs.  Visiting a club is the exciting first step to building a better you.  There is...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Gift a Windchime for Mother's Day

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Oak Cliff - Auditorium at North Oak Cliff Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Create a windchime for the maternal figure in your life to celebrate Mother's Day. Materials limited to the first 15 participants. 

Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Create a windchime for the maternal figure in your life to celebrate Mother's Day. Materials limited to the first 15 participants.  ...
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Play & Grow Fair

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium at Polk-Wisdom Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
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

Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium
Age Group: 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 from...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Self Watering Planter Craft

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

On Saturday, May 11th from 1pm to 3pm make your own DIY planter out of upcycled material here on the 5th floor of the Central Library!   Registration required, supplies

Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:
On Saturday, May 11th from 1pm to 3pm make your own DIY planter out of upcycled material here on the 5th floor of the Central Library!   Registration required, supplies are limited. Adult only, no children please.  ...
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Saturday, May 11, 2024 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, Adult
Event Details:

Thomas Acebo will again lead our Dungeons & Dragons every second Saturday and fourth Saturday of the month. 

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Thomas Acebo will again lead our Dungeons & Dragons every second Saturday and fourth Saturday of the month.  ...
This event is in the "Family" group.

Local Children's Author Spotlight

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Lochwood - Black Box Theater at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Did you know that we have published children's author right here in our neighborhood? Well we do, and today we're celebrating them! Bring the whole family by to meet local child

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Did you know that we have published children's author right here in our neighborhood? Well we do, and today we're celebrating them! Bring the whole family by to meet local children's authors including Anne Worth (Tessie's Tears series), Jenan...
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Central Chess Club

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:45pm
Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Calling all chess prodigies and aspiring grandmasters! Unlock the timeless allure of chess and embark on a captivating journey of strategic mastery and intellectual camaraderi

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Calling all chess prodigies and aspiring grandmasters! Unlock the timeless allure of chess and embark on a captivating journey of strategic mastery and intellectual camaraderie every 2nd and 4th Saturday at 1:00 PM. Chess enthusiasts of all ages...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Dallas Lace Society

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Forest Green - Classroom 1 at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
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 welcom

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
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!   The Dallas Lace Society is a non-profit organization...
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Adult Pressed Flower Art

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Prairie Creek - Classrooms 1 & 2 at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Brighten up your space by decorating your own jar lanterns .

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classrooms 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Brighten up your space by decorating your own jar lanterns . ...
This event is in the "Family" group.

Spring Family Portrait Day

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Park Forest - Auditorium at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

A photographer with portrait equipment will take quality family photos at the library! You will take home one print copy and the rest will be emailed to you, all at no cost.

Required
Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
A photographer with portrait equipment will take quality family photos at the library! You will take home one print copy and the rest will be emailed to you, all at no cost. Dress up, dress down, come matching, or bring your own props! This is ...