Week Calendar

Do you want to learn how to play chess?  Are you a chess enthusiast or looking for someone to play against? Then come check out Mountain Creek our Chess Club! Chess boards are provided.

Tommy Terrific is a big kid that shows up at your event to watch his Uncle Fumpernutter perform his magic show! When no one can find Uncle Fumpernutter, Tommy takes over!

Sign up to receive FREE math tutoring for grades K-12 at the North Oak Cliff Branch Library.

Must register online to participate: https://intellichoice.org/

This program is hosted by IntelliChoice

Free K-12 math tutoring! IntelliChoice offers math tutoring every Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.  led by Dr. Gil Lee from the University of Texas. No appointment needed!

Sign up to receive free math tutoring! Intellichoice offers math tutoring beginning Sept 7th. 

Saturdays, 10:00am - 12:00 pm

Are you having trouble in Math?   Get FREE tutoring Saturdays 10am - 12pm from Intellichoice Math Tutors.  Available for all students up to grade 12.  

Sign up to receive FREE math tutoring for grades K-12 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library.

"Pair of Pirates" are a pirate music group based in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area who specialize in performances that combine sea songs, shanties, and Celtic music with a huge dose of silly comedy.  Yo ho, Yo ho a pirates life for me!

Fiber arts are fun for all ages! Stop by to practice your crochet, knitting, weaving, embroidery, or whatever other fiber arts activity you'd like in the company of a group of like-minded (soon-to-be) friends!

Bring your favorite book to life as we build dioramas in some book shaped boxes! 

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 other Saturday at 1:00 PM.

Crafternoon every Saturday at 2 p.m. at the Forest Green Branch Library! 

"Wangari’s Trees of Peace: A True Story from Africa" by Jeanette Winter tells the story of Wangari Maathai who started the Gre

Bring out your inner Bob Ross through guided painting sessions, where it is not just about learning how to paint but the journey into self-expression and the friends you make along the way. 

Reader beware...you're in for a scare! 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

It's time to get a little spooky and this month we will create some haunting Halloween crafts. We are kicking off the month with cute bat friends.

Creating a leaf bowl can be a wonderful and sustainable DIY project, perfect for adding a touch of nature to your home décor!

Uncover the history of the Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta and how hot air balloons fly. Then we'll craft a 3D hot air balloon out of paper!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Crafternoons is a creative event held every other Wednesday at the Vickery Park Branch Library. Unleash your creativity and enjoy an afternoon of crafting and artistic expression!

Bring the family for a kid-friendly movie screening. Repeats weekly. 

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.

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.

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.

Kids will learn about the history and the process of making a pinata as part of hispanic heritage month.

In celebration of Autumn we will be making Fall themed Luminaries. 

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.

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.

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.

The Chess Masters Workshop at the Lakewood Library is perfect for beginners and chess enthusiasts alike. Learn the basics of chess from experienced instructors, covering everything from piece movements to essential strategies.

Build an articulating hand model in this festive STEM craft for Halloween! Explore bones, tendons, and muscles and learn all about the marvelous wonder that is our hands!

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.

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.

Delve into the fascinating history and traditions of alebrijes as participants learn about their origins in Mexican folk art and the cultural significance of these fantastical creatures.

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.

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 is where creativity meets discovery! Enjoy making art and engaging in hands-on science activities, fostering imagination and curiosity in a fun and interactive environment.

The first Friday in October Kids Music Day!

Music is an important part of children's education. We will celebrate Kids Music Day with instruments to play, a karaoke machine, and other musical activities!

Explore the world around you through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. 

This month we will learn about how bridges stay up (Oct 4) and fingerprinting (Oct 18).

Strum up some creativity with this mariachi paper bag craft! Dive into a rhythmic world where crafting becomes a fiesta for the mind and spirit.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

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.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Explore a different Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math themed activity every Tuesday at 4PM at the library!

Come make a witch or wizard hat as a base for a simple Halloween costume! This the first part of a series of DIY craft events for children and their families create the main pieces for simple costumes.

Visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch as we continue to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month this time we will be making the god's eye.

This fun, action-packed workshop explores printing and color layering concepts for kids of all ages. Participants will print various pre-inked relief blocks using the Print Frog Glass Baren.

Refuel 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.

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.

Come have fun and get creative with some fun after-school crafts while getting to make new friends. 

Today we will be making amate paintings inspired by Hispanic Heritage month!

Calling all crafty kids for Tuesday afterschool crafts!

October Craft Schedule:

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Create and share in our weekly rotating craft activity!

Race in Mario Kart! Fight in Smash Brothers! Question your friendships in Mario Party!

We will have the switch and enough controllers for 8 players!

Stop by the Vickery Park Branch Library every Wednesday @ 4 pm to learn the rules and strategies of chess!

This program is suitable for kids ages 7 and up and welcome to all!

Unwind after school with some board games from 5:00pm-5:45pm!

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.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Let's FACE THE CHALLENGE with our legos and see if we can create the fall images from the FALL Challenge Cards! 

Join us for an afternoon of crafting fun.

Calling all gamers!

Thursdays afterschool we explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun and creative projects!

Recommended for ages 6 to 11 years old.

Refuel 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.

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.

Come have fun and get creative with some fun after-school crafts while getting to make new friends. 

Today we will be making our very own pan flutes!

All materials will be provided and you can take home your creations!

Enjoy playing the Nintendo Switch with new friends!

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

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.

Our Snap Circuits Jr. program offers an exciting hands-on learning experience where kids can dive into the fundamentals of circuitry in a fun and engaging way. Through interactive play, kids will:

Ever wondered what is like to fly a drone here is your chance, visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch to fly drones inside the library.

Learn about Hispanic Heritage with Frida Lozano. She will be helping us create traditional Huichol Yarn designs! Space is Limited so Register Now!

Participants will exercise skills such as listening, reasoning, communication, and physicality in order to heighten their imagination, ability to react and to relate to one and other.

We have invited the Nasher Sculpture Museum to host a Bilingual Art presentation in celebration of Día de Los Muertos. 

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a special program honoring the iconic artist Frida Kahlo!