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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Feb
7
2026
Sat
🎥 Black History Month Film Screening “Free Renty: Lanier vs. Harvard”
1:30am–3:30am
Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Library Branch:
Bachman Lake Branch
Room:
Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Join us in honoring Black History Month with a special screening of Free Renty: Lanier vs.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
3
2026
Tue
In Stitches
10:00am–12:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Study Room A
Library Branch:
Renner Frankford Branch
Room:
Renner-Frankford - Study Room A
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
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!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
7
2026
Sat
Dungeons & Dragons
10:00am–12:00pm
Forest Green - Classroom 1
Library Branch:
Forest Green Branch
Room:
Forest Green - Classroom 1
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Grab your dice and bag of tricks and stop by the Forest Green Branch Library's biweekly Dungeons and Dragons event!
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Feb
7
2026
Sat
IntelliChoice K-12 Math Tutoring
10:30am–12:00pm
Fretz Park - Classroom 2
Library Branch:
Fretz Park Branch
Room:
Fretz Park - Classroom 2
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
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!
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Feb
1
2026
Sun
Tails and Tales
11:00am–12:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Renner Frankford Branch
Room:
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature,
Early Literacy
Event Details:
Practice your reading skills with the most patient (and adorable) audience - therapy dogs! This event involves live animals.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
7
2026
Sat
Photo Research with AI (Artificial Intelligence) - Dallas Genealogical Society
11:00am–12:30pm
Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
AI is revolutionizing genealogical research, offering powerful new tools for both hobbyists and professionals.
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
7
2026
Sat
Power of Progress: Literary and Innovation Community Showcase
11:00am–3:00pm
Central Library - Downtown Branch Public Floor (1st Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Downtown Branch Public Floor (1st Floor)
Age Group:
Family,
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
The Power of Progress: Literary and Innovation Community Showcase is an event designed to highlight innovative forms of literary expression within the community.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
7
2026
Sat
Soap Making Workshop
12:00pm–2:00pm
Prairie Creek - Classrooms 1 & 2
Library Branch:
Prairie Creek Branch
Room:
Prairie Creek - Classrooms 1 & 2
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Adults and seniors, visit the Prairie Creek branch on Saturday, June 10th from 1-2:00pm for an afternoon of clean fun!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Family,
School Age (ages 6-12)
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Feb
1
2026
Sun
Chess Club
1:00pm–3:00pm
Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Library Branch:
Bachman Lake Branch
Room:
Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group:
Family,
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Have you ever wanted to learn to play chess? Or are you already on your way to becoming a grandmaster?
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
3
2026
Tue
Chinese Mahjong Club
1:00pm–3:30pm
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Renner Frankford Branch
Room:
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
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 event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
3
2026
Tue
Knit Wits
1:30pm–3:30pm
Lakewood - In Library
Library Branch:
Lakewood Branch
Room:
Lakewood - In Library
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library! (Crochet...if you must...)
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
6
2026
Fri
Craft and Chat
1:30pm–3:30pm
Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Library Branch:
Lakewood Branch
Room:
Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Got a stubborn project you need to finish? Want to connect with others who enjoy crafting? Eager to show off your projects and skills? Our Craft and Chat is for you!
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Feb
7
2026
Sat
Family Crafternoon: Valentine's Day Cards
1:00pm–2:30pm
Grauwyler Park - In Library
Library Branch:
Grauwyler Park Branch
Room:
Grauwyler Park - In Library
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Create memories as we craft Valentine's Day Cards and learn about the history of Valentine's Day! So gather your family for an afternoon of art and fun!
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
Feb
7
2026
Sat
Family Movie Matinee: Elio
1:00pm–3:00pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Library Branch:
White Rock Hills Branch
Room:
White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Enjoy a movie afternoon with coloring pages for the kids! January 3: The Smurfs February 7: Elio March 7: April 4: May 2:
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
7
2026
Sat
Cancelled
Saturday Movies
1:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library! Note: times, location, and films are subject to change.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
7
2026
Sat
Central Chess Club
1:00pm–3:45pm
Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Do you love chess and battling it out over the board? Or, maybe you never played before but want to learn how. Either way, mate, check out the Central Chess Club. It's every other Saturday at 1:00 PM on the 3rd floor.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
7
2026
Sat
Club de Tejidos / Knitting & Crochet Club
1:00pm–3:45pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A
Library Branch:
Grauwyler Park Branch
Room:
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature,
Seniors
Event Details:
¡Explore su lado creativo en nuestro club semanal de tejidos! Socialice, muestre sus proyectos, y reciba consejos. ¿Apenas está aprendiendo a tejer? No se preocupe—recibimos a tejedores de todos los niveles de conocimiento.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
3
2026
Tue
Learning to Quilt
2:00pm–4:00pm
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
Event Details:
Enjoy a relaxing, hands-on experience that turns simple scraps into something spectacular. Come for the stitches — stay for the smiles, community, and creativity!
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
3
2026
Tue
Learning to Quilt
2:00pm–4:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Library Branch:
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room:
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Enjoy a relaxing, hands-on experience that turns simple scraps into something spectacular. Come for the stitches — stay for the smiles, community, and creativity!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
7
2026
Sat
Books & Brews
2:00pm–3:00pm
Lakewood - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Lakewood Branch
Room:
Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
It's like book club but better! Every month on the first Saturday we will meet to enjoy sampling local brews and discussing a book.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
7
2026
Sat
White Metropolis Revisited with Dr. Michael Phillips
2:00pm–3:30pm
Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
In honor of the twentieth anniversary of his groundbreaking book White Metropolis: Race, Ethnicity, and Religion, 1841-2001, Dr.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
4
2026
Wed
Bob Ross Paint-A-Long
3:30pm–4:45pm
Skyline - Classroom
Library Branch:
Skyline Branch
Room:
Skyline - Classroom
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Embrace your inner artist through the instruction of a new Bob Ross "The Joy of Painting" episode every other week.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
5
2026
Thu
Dungeons and Dragons: The Central Guild
3:00pm–5:30pm
Central Library - Classroom A (6th Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Classroom A (6th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
Feb
5
2026
Thu
Chess Club
3:15pm–4:15pm
Fretz Park - Black Box Theater
Library Branch:
Fretz Park Branch
Room:
Fretz Park - Black Box Theater
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Are you interested in learning how to play chess? Are you already a master looking for some new competition? All skill levels are welcome at our new Chess Club!
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Feb
5
2026
Thu
Design a Flower
3:30pm–4:00pm
Fretz Park - Children's Area
Library Branch:
Fretz Park Branch
Room:
Fretz Park - Children's Area
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Spend some time learning with us! This week we will be designing our own flowers!
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Feb
4
2026
Wed
Boardgames!
4:00pm–4:45pm
Highland Hills - Classroom B
Library Branch:
Highland Hills Branch
Room:
Highland Hills - Classroom B
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
It’s game time at the library! Join us for Boardgames!, where kids can enjoy a variety of classic and new board games with friends. From strategy games to silly favorites, there’s something for everyone to play and enjoy.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
4
2026
Wed
American Mah Jongg
4:00pm–6:00pm
Preston Royal - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Preston Royal Branch
Room:
Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
🀄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.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
3
2026
Tue
Mahjong Mania!
5:15pm–7:15pm
Skyline - Classroom
Library Branch:
Skyline Branch
Room:
Skyline - Classroom
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
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!
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
3
2026
Tue
Paint and Watch - "Bring it On"
5:30pm–7:30pm
Fretz Park - Classroom 2
Library Branch:
Fretz Park Branch
Room:
Fretz Park - Classroom 2
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Recreate your favorite scenes as you watch them in our new Paint and Watch Series! Now Playing: Bring it On (2000) *Bring it On is rated PG-13.
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This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
Feb
4
2026
Wed
Kawaii Club
5:00pm–6:30pm
Lakewood - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Lakewood Branch
Room:
Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
It’s craft and anime time at the Lakewood Branch Library! Our Kawaii Club offers a chance to explore new anime and crafts while talking to like-minded individuals. Grab one of our Japanese snacks and
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Feb
5
2026
Thu
Kids Stem Program
5:00pm–6:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area
Library Branch:
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room:
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Ignite your child's curiosity with our hands-on STEM program designed for kids ages 6–11!
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Feb
5
2026
Thu
Swan Strings Guitar
5:30pm–6:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Library Branch:
Pleasant Grove Branch
Room:
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
3
2026
Tue
Unscripted: Improv at the library!
6:00pm–7:30pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Sign up for this beginner-friendly improv workshop designed especially for adults!
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
3
2026
Tue
Spanish Class
6:30pm–7:30pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Library Branch:
White Rock Hills Branch
Room:
White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Is Duolingo not cutting it anymore? Try our in-person Spanish class! This program is sponsored by the White Rock Hills Library Friends.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
4
2026
Wed
Sew Much Fun with Jill: Dark Hearts
6:00pm–7:45pm
Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Oak Lawn Branch
Room:
Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Celebrate the season of love with a twist! In this month’s Sew Much Fun with Jill, adults will create Dark Hearts; soft, gothic-inspired love pillows that are equal parts quirky and cozy.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
4
2026
Wed
Great Books Book Club
6:30pm–8:00pm
Park Forest - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Park Forest Branch
Room:
Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Read the greatest books in history and share your thoughts with fellow classic enthusiasts. Please have read the selection before the Book Club meeting. This meeting's selection is
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This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Teen (ages 13-17),
Adult (18+)
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
5
2026
Thu
Art of Beatmaking 101
6:00pm–7:00pm
Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room:
Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17),
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Our in-house professional producer will lead you through :
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
5
2026
Thu
MLK Book Club - James
6:00pm–7:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Library Branch:
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room:
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
This February, the MLK Book Club is reading James by Percival Everett.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
5
2026
Thu
Cancelled
(Broadway Book Club)
6:00pm–7:30pm
Central Library - Community Showcase (1st Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Community Showcase (1st Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Book Club centered around Broadway Dallas plays adapted from books.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Feb
5
2026
Thu
Swan Strings Guitar Classes (Adult)
6:30pm–7:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Library Branch:
Pleasant Grove Branch
Room:
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. .
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