Week Calendar

Be ready for this election year and let your voice be heard. Representatives from Jolt are here to assist you in registering to vote. For more information about Jolt, visit jolttx.org

Prism Health North Texas has certified enrollment navigators to help you apply for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act.

Is your little one's beloved plush friend in need of repair? Walk-ins or calling ahead with the patient's symptoms are all welcome here.

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 Storytime's in a week are the same*

Be ready for this election year and let your voice be heard. Representatives from Jolt are here to assist you in registering to vote. For more information about Jolt, visit jolttx.org

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.  

Be ready for this election year and let your voice be heard. Representatives from Jolt are here to assist you in registering to vote. For more information about Jolt, visit jolttx.org

Taking the time to cultivate and maintain relationships has become more important than ever. Senior Coffee Club meets every Thursday morning at 9 a.m.

Be ready for this election year and let your voice be heard. Representatives from Jolt are here to assist you in registering to vote. For more information about Jolt, visit jolttx.org

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

Suggested ages: 0-18 months

Be ready for this election year and let your voice be heard. Representatives from Jolt are here to assist you in registering to vote. For more information about Jolt, visit jolttx.org

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

Play in a sensory-friendly way!

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.

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

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español para niños que quieren leer! Para edades de 6 años y menor.

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.

1 on 1 dedicated computer help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you with your computer skills, accessing social services, connectivity, job applications, creating a resume and more.

Calling all knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, sewing and fiber arts enthusiasts!   Bring your projects and materials for a morning "in stitches" with other fiber craft artists.  All skill levels are welcome! 

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

Stories, songs and rhymes to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español y Ingles para niños que quieren leer! Para edades de 6 años y menor

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 Storytime's in a week are the same*

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español para niños que quieren leer! Para edades de 6 años y menor

Guide your toddler or preschooler through various fine motor and early literacy activities that will help prepare them for school.

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.

Enjoy an inviting space where you and your child can learn, play, and socialize with others in the community every Tuesday. Listen to stories, move to the music, and have fun! 

Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old.

Stories, songs and rhymes to prepare your child to learn to read!

Suggested ages: 3 years and younger

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.

CARDBoard Project is here to help connect you to job search assistance, housing resources, access to essentials, and more. 

Stop by for a one-on-one session to help you meet your needs every Tuesday on the 6th floor.

A fun and interactive experience designed for both babies and parents. Engage in activities that promote bonding, learn valuable skills, and connect with other parents in a supportive environment.

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.

Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer or want help setting up an email account? Unsure how to apply for a job online? Schedule a One-on-One Career Launchpad session with one of our staff members.

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

Enjoy an inviting space where you and your child can learn, play, and socialize with others in the community every Wednesday. Listen to stories, move to the music, and have fun!

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.

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.  

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

Visit the Prairie Creek Branch Library every Wednesday from 10:30am to 11:30am for bilingual Storytime

We will explore how to say the names of things in English and Spanish, then share some playtime.  

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

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

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

(Em)powerment Popups are a new initiative created through a partnership between the CARDboard Project and Dallas Innovation Alliance.

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.

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

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish/English to get ready to read!
Suggested ages: 6 years old and under.

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español/ingles para niños que quieren leer!
Para edades de 6 años y menor.

The first and third Thursday each month we do a craft specifically for our smallest library patrons!

Celebrate Miss. LeeAnn's favorite animal and play with your food as we use pasta to make flamingos!

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

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read! 

Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn.

Suggested ages: 16 months - 3 years

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español para niños que quieren leer! Para edades de 6 años y menor

Visit the Pleasant Grove branch every Thursday morning at 10:30 am for Bilingual/Spanish Storytime!

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under

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.

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

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!

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

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.

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.

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 Storytime's in a week are the same*

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!

Get ready for kindergarten with books, movement, rhymes and music.

Suggested ages: 3 - 6

Participate in an engaging and exciting Storytime. Infants and Toddlers will hear exciting stories, sing catchy songs that will be stuck in your head all day long and play with others!

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.

We're getting in touch with our senses at the Skillman Southwestern Library! Your toddlers will get hands on with activity stations to engage their sense of touch, sight, sound, and smell (we will leave the taste testing to you all at home!).

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

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!

Sip your favorite brew as Addictive Books explores captivating stories, shares diverse perspectives, and creates a haven for bookworms once a month on Saturday at Union Coffee in Oak Lawn. 

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.

The Central Library hosts a creative writing club every first and third Saturday of the month!
We hope to build a supportive group that provides accountability, helps you stay motivated, and shares in the joys and woes of creative writing.

Grab your dice and bag of tricks and stop by the Forest Green Branch Library's bimonthly Dungeons and Dragons event!

Sign up to receive free math tutoring! Intellichoice offers math tutoring beginning January 4, 2025. 

Saturdays, 10:00am - 12:00 pm

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

This month is designated the Asian American Pacific Islander History month which celebrates the culture of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islander Americans.

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

Explore and develop your child's cognitive and motor function skills in this quieter, more relaxed play session!

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

Suggested ages: 5 years and younger

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

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

Wind chimes add a fun sound to your outdoor spaces. Learn how to make your own with this easy to follow tutorial for DIY wind chimes.

This program is meant for Seniors at least 55+ years old. 

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

Join us for an enchanting Story Time! Bring your little ones to explore the magical world of books through captivating tales, interactive activities, and delightful characters.

Create practical and comfortable sleeping mats for the unhoused in our community.

Stories, songs, and rhymes in Spanish to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under.

¡Cuentos, canciones, y rímas en español para niños que quieren leer! Para edades de 6 años y menor.

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

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

Preschool Picassos presents Lil Sprouts, a series of nature-based crafts and activities to welcome Spring. Allow your little ones to express themselves with various arts and crafts activities where they will put their fine motor skills to work.

Encourage a love of reading and build literacy skills through hands-on, imaginative play!

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. 

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

Looking to play Mahjong in a relaxed, friendly environment? We're a club that meets Tuesdays and Fridays to socialize and play games of a beginner-friendly Chinese version of mahjong with optional scoring.

On the third Saturday of each month, we come together for a lively Music and Movement class designed just for toddlers and preschoolers! This fun-filled class features:

We have partnered with Mystica, owner and founder of Optimize Ops which is a small business and government Artificial Intelligence consultancy.

Event Details

This Beginner Job Skills Class is a foundational course designed to help participants develop the essential skills needed to thrive the workforce.

The Lakewood Branch building is turning 55, and we need the help our community to celebrate with us!  Enjoy some lawn games and crafts or learn more about our history and the 70’s inside the building

Need help formatting a document? Using your new phone or eReader? Setting up and sending an email? Want to know how your home computer works, or how to protect your personal information while online?

Attention seniors visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch for canvas painting.  Sit back relax and use your imagination to create your own artistic master piece.

image courtesy of Adobe

Free yoga class led by Jarrett Chatman - all levels welcome!

Bring a yoga mat and wear flexible clothing. If you don't have a mat, we've got one for you.

Register for email reminders and updates.

Need help formatting a document? Using your new phone or eReader? Setting up and sending an email? Want to know how your home computer works, or how to protect your personal information while online?

Tired? Stressed? Anxious? We're here for you!

Reclaim your inner peace and recharge your inner joy as you practice yoga with Jarrett Chatman and meditation with Sahaja Yoga. All levels of experience are welcome.

Create your own simple glass terrarium with a variety of provided substrates. Supplies will be provided.

Cree su propio terrario de vidrio sencillo con una variedad de sustratos proporcionados. Se proporcionarán suministros.

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Month and learn about the varying culinary traditions of Asian cultures with this delightfully decadent family craft. 

Learn a new hobby! Punch Needle tools will allow you to “color in” an image using yarn. This workshop will provide you with the knowledge you need to Punch Needle to your hearts content!

Local artist and teacher Juan Cruz will lead us in a two-week drawing workshop series designed to introduce even the greenest of beginners to drawing. 

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!

Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance.

By Appointment only.

Please call 214-671-1365 and book your appointment.

This Beginner Job Skills Class is a foundational course designed to help participants develop the essential skills needed to thrive the workforce.

In this creative program, seniors will learn to create vibrant, hand painted watercolor flower art pieces. 

Looking to play Mahjong in a relaxed, friendly environment? We're a club that meets Tuesdays and Fridays to socialize and play games of a beginner-friendly Chinese version of mahjong with optional scoring.

Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library!

(Crochet...if you must...)

One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.

Visit the Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch Library every Wednesday for a different screening of a movie!

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!

This class will be an intermediate computer class that deals with more critical thinking of computer applications and hardware.

This Beginner Job Skills Class is a foundational course designed to help participants develop the essential skills needed to thrive the workforce.

Jumpstart your job search with in-depth, one on one assistance from Library staff. 

Our hangout serves as a hub for home school families to come together. You can bring your own activities to work on if you'd like. The library will also provide activities for students to be engaged with during your visit.

One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.

🧶Knit with us at this weekly craft meet-up for adults.🧶

Don't know how? Knot a problem! Needles, yarn and help are all provided for beginners who want to learn.

Drumba is a fun, unique group fitness workout utilizing weighted drumsticks, dance moves, and high energy music. 

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!

Embark on a magical journey to decorate your very own fairy house.

image courtesy of Amazon Stock photo.

Calling all teen gamers! Take a break from school and pull up a chair as we play games, including Super Smash Bros. and Mario Cart.

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.

Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!

Note: times, location, and films are subject to change.

Meet other musicians, learn new songs, and play together in a relaxed and supportive environment. Acoustic musicians of all skill levels are invited to bring an instrument and join in. 

All are welcome to enjoy the music!

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.

Are you new to knitting or crocheting? Don't worry—all skill levels are welcome, and we're happy to help you learn.

Learn the very basics of watercolor with four very simple techniques. Also, learn how to mix and create specific colors with watercolor. All supplies will be provided. 

Kids, get crafty with us! Make a craft and learn new something each week. On Freestyle Art days you will be given a bunch of supplies and a theme as inspiration.

In this hands-on workshop for adults, design a stunning decorative jar adorned with pressed flowers in this hands-on workshop for adults!

Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer and want help creating an email? Then schedule for a 1 Hour One-on-One Career Launch Pad training session with one of our staff members.

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!

Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer and want help creating an email? Then schedule for a 1 Hour One-on-One Career Launch Pad training session with one of our staff members.

Practice speaking English in our fun and casual conversation group!

¡Practica hablar inglés en nuestro divertido e informal grupo de conversación!

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!

Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer and want help creating an email? Then schedule for a 1 Hour One-on-One Career Launch Pad training session with one of our staff members.

Unlock the digital world with classes designed to make technology a breeze! Dive into the basics of smartphones, computers, and everything in between in an inviting, easy-to-follow environment.

1 on 1 dedicated technology help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library! 

Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance.

By Appointment only.

Please call 214-671-1365 and book your appointment.

Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer and want help creating an email? Then schedule for a 1 Hour One-on-One Career Launch Pad training session with one of our staff members.

Practice speaking English in our fun and casual conversation group!

¡Practica hablar inglés en nuestro divertido e informal grupo de conversación!

One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.

Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer and want help creating an email? Then schedule for a 1 Hour One-on-One Career Launch Pad training session with one of our staff members.

Bring your own project to Fiber Fridays, the perfect opportunity to enhance your skills, share ideas, and create something beautiful.

1 on 1 dedicated computer help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you with your computer skills, accessing social services, connectivity, job applications, creating a resume and more.

Are you looking for a cozy and creative way to spend your time? Look no further! We invite seniors of all experience levels to join our warm and welcoming crochet group, meeting every other week at the library.

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!

Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer and want help creating an email? Then schedule for a 1 Hour One-on-One Career Launch Pad training session with one of our staff members.

Do you want to learn or increase your skills? 

Come and join us every Saturday @ 2pm to knit, crochet, embroidery and sewing by special request.

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a craft that commemorates the lei, a type of garland popular in Polynesia and the Philippines.

Make your mark with a fun DIY stamp-making workshop! Dive into creativity as we craft custom stamps using simple materials. Perfect for decorating journals, cards, or anything that needs a personal touch.

What do you know about hiking? Well, you don’t have to take a hike to learn to Leave No Trace skills anywhere you go outdoors. Join us for this fun and kid-friendly session about the great outdoors near your front door or far on a woodland trail.

Are you applying to college? FAFSA will be your best friend! Learn about all the things you can qualify for in this special info session for our graduating friends.

Hosted by Dallas County Community College Financial Aid Office. 

Are you an Urban Fiction reader?

This month we will be reading

The Emperor of Sound- by Timbaland

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Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with local author Meagan Anderson!

Learn how to make bath bombs using fun, botanical mix-ins. Supplies will be provided. Registration is required. 

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.

Afterschool Snacks -- 9/3/2024 through 05/23/2024, M-F