Upcoming Events

Featured Events

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Happy Holidays!

All Day 11/22 - 12/31

Community Events

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However you're celebrating this holiday season, Dallas Public Library has programs to get you into a festive mood!For Families and ChildrenDecember 6, Noon - 2 p.m., Holiday Family...

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Library Branch: Community Events

Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Community & City Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

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However you're celebrating this holiday season, Dallas Public Library has programs to get you into a festive mood!

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Awkward Family Photos

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Audelia Road - Auditorium at Audelia Road Branch

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Come to the library for a 1980s-inspired photo-studio portrait. Wear your ugliest holiday sweaters, old dance costumes, acid-wash jeans, and your biggest hair! Recreate a cringewor...

Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch

Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

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Come to the library for a 1980s-inspired photo-studio portrait. Wear your ugliest holiday sweaters, old dance costumes, acid-wash jeans, and your biggest hair! Recreate a cringeworthy photo from the past or start a new tradition.

"The Christmas Book Flood" by Emily Kilgore

The Christmas Book Flood: Jólabókaflóð

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:30pm

Audelia Road - Auditorium at Audelia Road Branch

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Learn about Jólabókaflóð, pronounced yo-la-bok-a-flot, as we read "The Christmas Book Flood" By Emily Kilgore.After the story, stay for a festive craft. In honor of this Icela...

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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch

Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Learn about Jólabókaflóð, pronounced yo-la-bok-a-flot, as we read "The Christmas Book Flood" By Emily Kilgore.

The Art of Tea Ceremonies

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch

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We are proud to present Mariel Ma of Sunshine Studio to demonstrate and speak about traditional tea ceremonies. Sunshine Studio is dedicated to celebrating and promoting the rich t...

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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch

Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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We are proud to present Mariel Ma of Sunshine Studio to demonstrate and speak about traditional tea ceremonies.

Jane Austen Birthday Tea

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch

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“But indeed, I would rather have nothing but tea.”― Jane Austen, Mansfield ParkCelebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday with us! Learn about the history of tea during the regency per...

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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch

Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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“But indeed, I would rather have nothing but tea.”
― Jane Austen, Mansfield Park

Chanukah Celebration

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch

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Celebrate and connect in Chanukah spirit!Bring your family to enjoy this special holiday event; there will be a storytime, crafts, photo wall, scavenger hunt and more. We will also...

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch

Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

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Celebrate and connect in Chanukah spirit!

Dancers and drummers performing while a woman in blue watches and claps

7th Annual Jerry Pinkney Day & Kwanzaa Celebration

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm

Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium at Forest Green Branch

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This Kwanzaa event will celebrate the works of award-winning children's author and illustrator Jerry Pinkney.Bring the entire family and immerse yourself in African dance, music, s...

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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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This Kwanzaa event will celebrate the works of award-winning children's author and illustrator Jerry Pinkney.

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End of the Year Pajama Party

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Park Forest - Auditorium at Park Forest Branch

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Take over the entire library for the afternoon! We will have a movie in the auditorium, games in the teen area, coloring in the children's area, a scavenger hunt and photo boo...

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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch

Room: Park Forest - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Take over the entire library for the afternoon! We will have a movie in the auditorium, games in the teen area, coloring in the children's area, a scavenger hunt and photo booth with our large Kermie.

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Noon Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

North Oak Cliff - Auditorium at North Oak Cliff Branch

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Have your little ones missed out on ringing in the new year in the past because midnight is way past their bed time? Come to the North Oak Cliff Library to ring in the "Noon Year"....

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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch

Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Have your little ones missed out on ringing in the new year in the past because midnight is way past their bed time? Come to the North Oak Cliff Library to ring in the "Noon Year".

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Booker T. High School Audition Workshops

All Day 11/15–1/10

Teen (ages 13-17)

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Community Events

Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

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Start your journey to becoming a Booker T. Creative Revolutionary!

Happy Holidays!

All Day 11/22–12/31

Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Offsite Event

Library Branch: Community Events

Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Community & City Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

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However you're celebrating this holiday season, Dallas Public Library has programs to get you into a festive mood!

Playing With Light: Two- and Three Dimensional Works by Jay Laxton

All Day 11/29–12/13

Family

Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Exhibit

Annual Book Giveaway!

12/01/2025 @ 9:00am–12/23/2025 @ 5:00pm

Family

White Rock Hills - In Library

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - In Library

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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When you visit the White Rock Library Branch, under the Christmas Tree, you will find a "mystery title" wrapped in holiday paper for your child or teen to enjoy and to KEEP for FREE*!

Read with us! Early Literacy Program

9:00am–10:00am

Family

Arcadia Park - Meeting Room A

Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room A

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Early Literacy

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Join the fun with Read With Us!, a FREE early literacy program designed for children under 5 and their families!

Grauwyler Gaming

9:15am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch

Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Seniors

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Pull up a chair, take a break, and play games with other seniors. Join the fun and meet new people as we play classic games.

Baby Basics Storytime

9:30am–10:15am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Lochwood - Black Box Theater

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch

Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

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For babies and their caregivers, learn simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants.

Suggested ages: 0-18 months

NTFB Application Assistance for Social Services

9:30am–4:30pm

Adult (18+)

Central Library - Conference Room 2 (6th Floor)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Conference Room 2 (6th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

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Get help from the North Texas Food Bank signing up for Texas Health and Human Services benefits such as SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, and Medicare Savings Program.

Career Launch Pad

10:00am–11:00am

Adult (18+)

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology

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1 on 1 dedicated help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you fill out applications, update your resume and find out about local resources that can help you take the next step in your career.

Notary

10:00am–11:30am

Adult (18+)

Prairie Creek - Study Room 1

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Study Room 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

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Our notary has appointments available! Please make an appointment within a day/time listed below.

Appointments are available during these days/times.
Wednesday 2-3:30 pm
Thursday 10-11:30 am
Friday 10-11:30 am

One-on-One Computer Help

10:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Forest Green - In Library

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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development

Registration Required

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Get computer, tech and career help at the library! During a one-on-one appointment, a staff member can assist you with:

Career Launch Pad

10:00am–2:00pm

Adult (18+)

Forest Green - In Library

Registration Required

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology

Registration Required

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Get computer, tech and career help at the library! During a one-on-one appointment, a staff member can assist you with:

Career LaunchPad

10:00am–4:00pm

Adult (18+)

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch

Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

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

Bilingual Storytime / Hora de cuentos

10:30am–11:00am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Oak Lawn - Children's Area

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch

Room: Oak Lawn - Children's Area

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

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Stories, songs and rhymes in English AND Spanish to prepare your child to learn to read!

Suggested ages: 3 years and younger

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español y ingles para niños que quieren leer!

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Forest Green - Classroom 1

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - Classroom 1

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

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Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!

Suggested ages: 18 months to 3 years old.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

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Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!

Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

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An interactive story time for children and families.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:15am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Lochwood - Black Box Theater

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch

Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

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Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!

Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old

*All Toddler Storytimes in a week are the same*

Chair Yoga

10:30am–11:30am

Adult (18+)

White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Seniors

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Explore healthy breathing and concentration exercises to energize your body and mind through Chair Yoga. Tailored for older adults, these classes are open to anyone who wants to experience transformation with a little more support!

Sensory Storytime

10:30am–11:30am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Fretz Park - Classroom 2

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch

Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 2

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

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Practice the skills you need to be ready to read in a sensory-friendly environment! With songs, stories, and playtime- our Sensory Storytime is tailored to the needs of our friends on the spectrum and other special needs!

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:30am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch

Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

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Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!

Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old, but all are welcome.

Booked - Computer Tutor

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Park Forest - Computer Area

Registration Required

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch

Room: Park Forest - Computer Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

Registration Required

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Technology is a quickly changing landscape. Schedule a one-hour appointment for one-on-one assistance with basic technology problems and instruction.

Color Me Calm

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A

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

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Join us for an hour of fun as we color our stress away. We will provide the coloring sheets and supplies, but feel free to bring you own.

Story & Stretch

11:00am–12:00pm

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium

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Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch

Room: Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

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Ready to listen to an awesome story!

Then have fun with unique stretches!

This story time is just for you!

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