Week Calendar

Attention current and aspiring plant parents! Learn the basics of what you'll need to start caring for your plants, and learn tips and tricks to get the most out of them.

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! 

Enjoy story time as we sing nursery rhymes and read stories.  This is a great place to start your toddlers journey to early literacy.

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.

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

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. 

Aprenda, practique y socialice mientras trabaja en un proyecto de punto.

Get your hands dirty at the Forest Green Branch Library’s community garden!

Bring your well-loved stuffies and fabric friends to the library for some TLC, courtesy of our Emergency Stuffing Technicians.

New or experienced sewer? We will have a brief overview of our classroom set of sewing machines before stepping into creating our very own reusable coffee cup sleeve warmers. There are many fun and funky craft squares to choose from!

The Best Practices Special Interest Group is for genealogists who want to learn advanced methodology skills and techniques.

Free K-12 math tutoring! IntelliChoice offers math tutoring every Saturday, 10:30a.m. to 12p.m. led by Dr. Gil Lee from the University of Texas. No appointment needed!

Ready to get hooked on creativity? Bring your current project or learn the basics of knitting and crocheting in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

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 are welcome.

Stay after storytime to do a themed toddler/preschool craft! This program will start as soon as story time is over.

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. 

Toddlers will experience hands-on, play based learning designed especially for them.

Recent college grad Jaime Reyes returns home full of aspirations for his future, only to find that home is not quite as he left it.

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.

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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.

Like a combination of cross-stitch and paint-by-numbers, diamond painting is the new creative hobby that’s taking the crafting world by storm. You simply apply colorful resin rhinestones to richly-pigmented canvas paintings. The result?

Celebrate Library Card Signup Month and support the library for an unforgettable day of art, freedom, and community at the Flash Fundraiser! Hosted and sponsored by the talented artists at Midgard Tattoo Company and V

Does your family need a relaxing break this Sunday afternoon? Join us and paint your own calming watercolor scene. 

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...)

Need help on a project? Have a question about sewing machines? Want to hang out & craft with friends?

🧶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.

The Fall Equinox is upon us, and thus officially begins spooky season! While the practice of Tarot is closely aligned with the celebration of Halloween, its history dates back long before the popular holiday.

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.

This introductory session, presented by the Dallas County Master Gardeners, will guide participants through the selection, location (in the home or office), and maintenance of beautiful, sometimes tasty plants that will thrive (not just survive) i

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month by learning about the the Guatemalan Giant Kite Festival that takes place every year.

Create your own decorative kite!

Entre al mundo vibrante del arte mientras aprende sobre los estilos y artistas que han impactado a la cultura a través de su arte en esta serie de talleres de arte. Conozca a Georgia O'Keeffe, artista y dibujante estadounidense, conocida como

Participants will get to experience a fun traditional Folklorico performance and will learn about the traditions and art of Folklorico dancing.  

Kids, explore your creative side! Try out different types of art from sketching to painting. Each week we will explore different art tools and techniques.

Aug. 30 - Pencil 

Sept. 6 - Pencil

Sept. 13 - Pencil/Acrylic

Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!

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

Explore su lado creativo en nuestro club semanal de tejidos! Socialice, muestre sus proyectos, y reciba consejos. Apenas esta aprendiendo a tejer? No se preocupe—recibimos a tejedores de todos niveles de conocimiento.

Participants are invited to come and learn the basics of Chess or to spend time playing the many board games available!

All game boards will be provided by library staff! 

Puzzles also available!

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

Experience the joy of crocheting techniques, styles, and practices while learning the basics of how to crochet.

Materias needed for class: 

Sewing Tread

Quilting Thread

Quilting Pins

Drawn Pattern

Do you have photos, scrapbooks, or slides that you want to digitize to share with family? Learn about the ins and outs of family history scanning and digitization with Genealogy & History staff.

Get ready to test your knowledge and put your brain to the ultimate trivia challenge! From pop culture to history and everything in between, this trivia game will have participants racing to answer questions across a variety of topics.

Need help on a project? Have a question about sewing machines? Want to hang out & craft with friends?

Are you interested in learning how to play mahjong? Are you already a master looking for some new competition? All skill levels are welcome at our new Mahjong Club!

Join us every Monday for board games, card games, and everything in between! Pick up your afterschool snack and come on into the Blue room for some competitive fun!

The Video Game Club offers an engaging weekly drop-in program where children can socialize, enjoy playing video games, and take part in friendly competitions.

Join Little Bookworms as we sample early chapter books each month. Early chapter books are great for school-age children who love books with illustrations and a larger font.

Come and be a part of our beginner-friendly American Mah Jongg group!

An hour of crafting traditional Mexican decorative paper banners. Learn about their cultural significance and gain a party decorating skill.

The Video Game Club offers an engaging weekly drop-in program where children can socialize, enjoy playing video games, and take part in friendly competitions.

📔Make your stories come alive! 🎭

During our Reader's Theater, we will use scripts, masks, and props to make stories come alive. 

Using paper plates, construction paper, paint, and clothespins participants will create their own friendly dinosaur and learn about our prehistoric friends.  

Unplug and challenge your mind with an afternoon of board games! 

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!

A different fun and educational STEM-themed activity for children. Including STEM kits and/or presenters.

🀄Meet new friends and discover the addiction of the game of Mah Jongg.🀄

These sessions will be open-play with no instructors and you must bring your own set.

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

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

Spice up the afternoon with a culinary journey through Hispanic Heritage Month! Kids will roll up their sleeves and learn how to create four delicious cultural dishes, exploring flavors and traditions from across Latin America.

It's game time at White Rock Hills! With choices like Mario Kart, Mario Party, and Super Smash Bros, let the fun times roll! Do you have what it takes to beat our champion?

It's the perfect blend of simple strategy and social interaction! Learn how to play Chinese Mahjong and develop the skills and know-how to master the game, every week! Don't know a thing about the game? No problem!

Clash on! A new Bi-Weekly Magic: The Gathering Program at the Dallas Public Library. Bring your commander decks for an evening of fun, flinging cards with new friends. Games are free for all and welcome old and new players.

For this Hispanic Heritage Month activity, learn about the sugar skulls of Mexico and create your own to take home with you!
This program is made possible by the Dallas Office of Arts and Culture.

We have partnered with the Nasher Sculpture Center to dive into the collection at this local museum to highlight their works of art that celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Art activity will be provided for school age children. 

Do you know everything there is to know about a galaxy far, far away? Let's put that to the test! This family-friendly trivia night will take the format of Jeopardy and will focus on Disney-specific "Star Wars" content and shows.

Attention all young aspiring adventurers, do you want to play Dungeons and Dragons but don't know how? Have you already experienced the flames of a red dragon and seek a new adventure to sink your teeth into?

Create your own cute handmade bangles using fabric scraps, zip ties, wire, and beads! These make thoughtful, inexpensive gifts or fun personal conversation pieces.

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. Great for ages 8 - 18. For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.

Looking for a relaxed, friendly place to practice English?

Say hola to a new skill! This series offers a fun and practical way to dive into conversational Spanish.

Think zippers are intimidating? They don’t have to be! Join us for a friendly, hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to confidently install zippers using your sewing machine.

Is Duolingo not cutting it anymore? Try our in-person Spanish class!

This program is sponsored by the White Rock Hills Library Friends.

Adult Acoustic Guitar Jam. Come out and bring your acoustic guitar or acoustic instrument. We will be learning songs and arrangements, and having a great time. 

Interested in horror movies, fun facts about your favorite Halloween candy, or the history of this spooky holiday?

📖Discover and discuss with our monthly book club📖

Connect with fellow book lovers to read and discuss popular books available at your local library! 

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup.

This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels.

If you enjoy reading mysteries, playing detective, and guessing the endings, this is the book club for you! This book club meets twice a month and for the second meeting we will finish the rest of the book.

Brush up your creativity and dive into a colorful journey of self-expression! This painting club offers step-by-step guidance to create stunning artwork while exploring new techniques.

Don't Fear the Reaper! (We have cake)

Join our three-part series, led by death doula Britna Savarese of the North Texas Death Collective. 

Savor the flavors and stir up some culture! In celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, this hands-on cooking program will guide participants through the creation of four traditional dishes, each rich in history and taste.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with a night full of rhythm, soul, and serious vocal power!

Come paint a portrait of a stranger! Or a friend! It might look amazing… or absolutely wild either way, it’ll be fun!

September's theme is Fairytale

Vickery's "Y2K Trivia" will allow patrons to reminisce and learn about the iconic decade of the Year 2000. While 2000 doesn't get the same attention that the 80's and 90's do, its pop culture has shaped everything to come since.

Looking to expand your reading repertoire? Look no further than the Fretz Park Book Club!

Enjoy a thoughtful discussion with your peers as we dive into the intricacies of each month's read!

Superman! Batman! Spiderman! Wonder Woman! And MORE! Celebrate your favorite comic books and comic book characters at the Dallas Public Library! We will have themed crafts and activities for all ages.

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. .

From the New York Times bestselling author of I Was Anastasia and Code Name Hélène comes a gripping historical mystery inspired by the life and diary of Martha Ballard, a renowned 18th-century midwife who investigates