Week Calendar

Splash into Summer with a special storytime geared towards the whole family in June and July. This storytime will be held at the Timberglen Spraygrounds. Remember to bring sunscreen and something to sit on.

Join the Perot Museum STEM Club for an exciting, hands-on learning experience! In these sessions, children will explore robotics, engineering, art, and coding through fun and interactive activities.

Dallas Puppet Theater puts on a magical, musical marionette show that's fun for kids 3 to 93!

Sponsored by Atmos Energy. 

Lights, camera, action! Join us for Movie Day at the library enjoy a fun film with friends! It's the perfect way to unwind and catch a great movie!

Get ready for a hands-on adventure at the library with our STEM-inspired stations, brought to you by the Perot Museum!

Join us for board games at the library! Bring your friends for a fun-filled day of classic and new board games.

Kids are invited to come to the library for a specialized reading time. They can get to know new friends, earn reading time and activity time for SMART summer reading, and even do a craft or two. Don't miss out on the summer fun!

Time to get colorful! In Color Science, kids will learn how colors mix and react with each other as they create stunning squeegee art paintings. Watch as colors swirl, blend, and transform before your eyes.

Stitch together a bright and cheerful sun! Use a paper plate and yarn to create a simple sewing craft that shines.

Have you ever wished your drawings would come alive and the stick figures or objects on your paper could move around? What sounds impossible actually is not! In this activity, you will make your drawing move around by letting it float on water.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

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

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Attention all families! Join us for family fun featuring board games, card games, and more!

Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

In partnership with the Dallas Arboretum, learn about how pollinators can see in different wavelengths of light and how plants have adapted UV patterns to guide pollinators to their pollen. 

The Colors of Kindness Bubble Show is not just educational; it's a blast! It teaches tolerance, encourages kindness to others, and the science of bubbles.

To introduce basic financial literacy concepts such as earning, saving, and setting goals through the engaging story of Sammy’s Big Dream by Sam X Renick.

Best for ages 7 and up. 
 

Join us for movie time at the Lancaster Kiest branch

Enjoy making art and engaging in hands-on science activities, fostering imagination and curiosity in a fun and interactive environment. Paint a sunset landscape with guided instructions similar to Bob Ross.

Facilitated by the Perot Museum, the TECH Truck staff will bring supplies and materials for hands-on learning focused on Tinkering, Engineering, Creating and Hacking (TECH) for students during the summer. 

Celebrate the friendships you have made this summer by making your own friendship bracelets and keychains!

All supplies provided! Take home your mementos!

Explore musical instruments with this hands-on experience. We will carefully handle the instruments and get an up-close view of what it might be like to play one. 

Big thank you to the Plano Symphony Orchestra!

Welcome to the YDC Book Tasting Cafe! Come on in, choose a book that's all about whatever interests you and read a bit to see if it is really what you are after!

Coloring at the library is like a mini adventure! Grab some crayons, markers, or colored pencils and let your creativity run wild while surrounded by the quiet, peaceful vibe of books.

We have invited Doc Grimes and Doc Mike to present a magic show sure to entertain the entire family. 

This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library. 

Increase your student's reading skills this summer with Book Buddies!  Students entering 2nd through 5th grades will be paired with a trained volunteer for one-on-one reading sessions.

Spanish readers welcome! 

Learn how to make simple pocket paper fans to cool yourselves off during the summer. 

All materials provided! Take home your crafts!

Aprende a hacer sencillos abanicos de papel de bolsillo para refrescarte en verano.

Enjoy a spirited game of D&D based on William Shakespeare and his plays.

See evolution in action by learning all about animal adaptations featuring live animal ambassadors from the Heard Natural Science Museum.

Learn about circuits and design thinking as you construct a simple drawing robot using unusual materials. See if your bot can be the last one drawing as it competes in our special arena.

When Gary turns up missing, SpongeBob believes that his pet has been stolen. With the help of his pal Patrick, SpongeBob ventures to the Lost City of Atlantic City to rescue his pet.

A book for bedtime (or naptime) for little bards!

Bill the Bear lives with his friends in the woods and writes brilliant plays for the Glade Theatre. His latest play is a huge success, but then the problems start....

Slay monsters, gather treasure and go on adventures with friends old and new! Dungeons & Dragons sessions, led by Thomas Acebo, meet every second and fourth Saturday of the month. 

Welcome to the world of Dungeons and Dragons!

If you are a sorcerer or a troll, all players are welcome.  

Dice and game board provided on a first come first serve basis. 

Cosplay encouraged! 

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 the Mountain Creek Chess Club! Chess boards are provided.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Share your creativity as we get crafty every Tuesday afternoon!

Get ready for a rollercoaster of fun and engineering!

Dive into the World of Sharks with Sharks4Kids! 🦈📚

Various Crafts for Kids

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Discover what sharks are really like, the different species of sharks and their unique abilities, the sharks of North Texas and how much sharks need our help.

Various Crafts for Kids

Join friends and fans for trivia fun at the library!

June 4 - Who's Who

June 11 - Gamer Life

June 18 - Music

June 25 - Travel

July 2 - Animals

July 9 - Movies

July 16 - Sports

July 23 - Car Facts

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Oobleck is a simple mix of cornstarch and water. We will explore the properties of Oobleck, which belongs to a class of materials know as non-newtonian fluids.

It’s time to happy little accidents and brush up on painting skills with Bob Ross Day!

The Perot Museum is bringing over a variety of cool STEM projects for us to try out, so stop by throughout the afternoon to engage in hands-on activities based on science, technology, engineering, &math (S.T.E.M.)!

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

To wrap up Shark Week we are welcoming Michelle Eyrich of Sharks 4 Kids. She is the ultimate shark expert and will teach us all about shark biology, behavior, and conservation efforts with her interactive presentation.

Celebrate Christmas in July at the library with crafts and a family favorite Christmas movie!

The Dallas Arboretum will be visiting Fretz Park to bring us one of their SMART Stops! Learn about the parts of a plant and their uses!

This program will be in English and Spanish!

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Make a mini monster pal using recycled egg cartons. Give your friend features like teeth and eyes, then take them home with you! 

Get those weekend jitters out with this Zumba class, especially for kids! Bring water and a towel because we're about to sweat!

Let's move! Explore a wide variety of movements, from Zumba to Yoga. Prepare to move, dance, and have fun!

One Saturday a month we do something fun for the whole family!

Things are getting spooky way ahead of schedule—it's time for Summerween!

Design and create a puppet inspired by your favorite pet! A fun and interactive craft the whole family will love.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Come have fun, build something incredible, and let your imagination run wild at the Lego Lab!

Interested in testing out your video game skills? Do you like a challenge? Play video games with other players to build teamwork skills and boost creativity.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Have you ever wanted to learn chess? Learn how to maneuver pawns and take the enemy's queen. Become a brave knight or a clever bishop. Don't miss out on the fun and learn how to checkmate your opponents. 

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

 All About Animals will be bringing a variety of live animals to the library! 

Visit the Kleberg Rylie branch every Wednesday at 3:00pm for an afternoon of movie magic with a different family friendly featured film every week!

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!

Time to grow your green thumb and dig into the fun with Gardening Club! Kids will explore the wonders of nature, from planting seeds to learning about different plants and their needs.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Ready to meet some new, interesting animal friends? Then join us as we welcome Creepy Critters as they showcase all creatures creepy, slithery and slimy. Handlers will teach about each animal, including where and how they live.

Shark week may be over, but the importance of shark education and ocean conservation never ends!

Visit the Kleberg Rylie branch every Thursday from 3:00-4:00pm for free Science, Math, Reading or Technology based entertainment!

A story time for big kids, with crafts! Perfect for ages 5-8.

July's Book: Keith the Cat with the Magic Hat  By: Sue Hendra 

We will be hosting a Roleplay Read Along! This week in keeping with our Shark theme, we will teach participants the methods that actors use to bring a story to life. Kids will choose a character from the book and act out their character.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Create a sea creature using only egg cartons, pipe cleaners and markers!

Enjoy an afternoon of summer crafting fun as we explore how salt absorbs water and spreads color with this easy watercolor painting activity.

Urban Nature Search 

Have you ever wanted to write your own book? Create your own literary masterpiece? With the assistance of YDC staff, you can write, design and complete your very own book to take home with you. What kind of book will you create?

Get ready to level up your creativity with the basics of cosplaying in this two-part series!

Get ready to level up your creativity with the basics of cosplaying in this two-part series!

On the 4th Thursday of every month, we will have a themed Lego Challenge where we will create Lego masterpieces based on that month's theme.

Work solo or in a team and flex your imagination and creation skills!

                                     Accept the Challenge

Join us Thursdays afternoons as we explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

Part of SMART Summer. Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library

Calling all gamers!

A story time for big kids, with crafts! Perfect for ages 5-8.

July's Book: Keith the Cat with the Magic Hat  By: Sue Hendra 

Block out some time for a pixel-perfect adventure! Gather the family for a screening of A Minecraft Movie, where the world is what you make it—literally.