Week Calendar

🎨Unleash your child's imagination🎨

On the 3rd Tuesday of the month, bring your little one for a hands-on activity geared towards a new theme. All supplies provided. 

Pull up a chair, take a break, and play games with other seniors. Join the fun and meet new people as we play classic games. 

In this beginners workshop, students will learn about leather tools, types of leather, and hand stitching. Students should walk away with completed leather pieces at the end of each class to take home! 

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! 

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. 

The Lakewood Branch Library is becoming our own paradise, Animal Crossing Style! Just like on your own island, you will be able to fish and hunt for fossils and resources.

The Central Library hosts a creative writing club every other Saturday!

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 biweekly Dungeons and Dragons event!

In this beginners workshop, students will learn about leather tools, types of leather, and hand stitching. Students should walk away with completed leather pieces at the end of each class to take home! 

Learn the basics of printmaking, new techniques, and make some color prints with Matt Bagley of Iron Frog Press and creator of the Print Frog®.

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

Experience a new way to book club! Set up in a choose-your-own-adventure format, it is a way to read new authors and get customized recommendations.

Do you have a well-loved stuffed animal that needs a bit of repair?

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

Step into the ballet world of Cinderella. Performed by Ballet North Texas, learn about all things ballet as the dancers read Cinderella.

Leaky faucets, toilets, sprinklers, and other fixtures can cause the average American home to waste up to 10,000 gallons of water every year. 

Visit the Skyline Branch Thursday March 19th and Friday March 20th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm for a free leather works workshop!

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. 

Visit the Skyline Branch Thursday March 19th and Friday March 20th from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm for a free leather works workshop!

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

Learn all about exciting wild animals this Spring Break with a presentation from The Creature Teacher!

Need a plan for after high school or a plan in general? Meet colleges and trade schools to explore degrees, certifcations and hands-on career pathways!

Bring the whole family to the library for a cozy Family Movie Day featuring the beloved animated film Inside Out!

Hello all planner and journaling enthusiasts!

Happy Saint Patrick’s Day! Join us for a fun scavenger hunt to find hidden chocolate gold coins. Follow the clues, learn fun Irish facts along the way, and see if you can find the treasure at the end of the rainbow!

Release stress and restore balance by learning how to calm and detox your mind. In a fast-paced and demanding world, meditation helps clear negative thought patterns and reconnect the mind and body.

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.

Prepare to be amazed and inspired by Space Magic, an exhilarating and fast-paced magic show that you absolutely cannot miss!

Create your own book nook with recycled materials. Participants will create miniature diorama to tuck snugly between books on a shelf. These minuscule scenes bring stories to life.

End-of-quarter recital for DPL Music Program. Students will showcase their talents and perform pieces for friends and family. 

Have you ever wanted to learn to play chess? Or are you already on your way to becoming a grandmaster?

It's time to start planning and mapping out your garden. What kind of garden are you interested in? What kind of space do you have?

Visit the Vickery Branch on Sunday, March 15th and Sunday, March 22nd from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for a free leather works workshop!

Join us for a special presentation and hands-on workshop on Ukrainian Easter traditions and the art of painting pysanky eggs, hosted by the Ukrainian American Society of Texas.

Spring break is here!

Keep your imagination and creativity going by trying yarn art!

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Spring Break is here!

Stop by for a fun St. Patrick's Day Craft!

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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...)

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Who says all the fun happens after hours? Fun O'clock is our new once-a-month afternoon program designed for anyone who can’t make it to evening or weekend events!

Spring break is here!

Keep your imagination and creativity going by trying textured art!

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Enjoy painting and watching your art glow with friends. All supplies are provided.

While using fabric markers to color your very own robot canvas tote bag, we will watch "Robots."

Spring break is here!

Keep your imagination and creativity going by trying foil art!

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Spend a relaxed afternoon improving your watercolor skills with art instructor Irving.

🧶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.

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.

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!

Get a chance to design your own bracelet with your own personal flair! Bring friends and family and get creative. Perfect as a gift, or to start your personalized jewelry collection. Supplies provided.

Are you interested in learning to play the guitar? Swan Strings, a local musical non-profit, is here to help! Come learn how to play the guitar in this class series, especially designed for children aged 8 and up!

Featuring Dr. Stephanie Cole, University of Texas at Arlington

Explore different concepts each month with fellow novice artists as we learn, relax, create and have fun!

This month is To Be Announced Soon... 

All supplies provided. No experience required.

Create your own piece of artwork while you learn the basics stitches of cross-stitch and complete a counted cross-stitch pattern.

Registration Required

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!

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.

¡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.

Program details forthcoming

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Get ready to soar! In this hands-on STEM program, participants will learn how wind works and why it makes kites fly.

Enjoy a relaxing, hands-on experience that turns simple scraps into something spectacular. Come for the stitches — stay for the smiles, community, and creativity!

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!

Dallas Fire and Rescue is coming to MLK to teach us about Fire Safety! Sneak a peek at the inside of a real-life firetruck and learn what it takes to be a Firefighter in this fun and informative show-and-tell event. 

Get step-by-step guidance on turning DNA test results into family history clues. We’ll explore shared matches, centimorgans, and practical strategies for linking your results to your family tree—even if you’re just getting started.

Let’s Get Ready to Rock…with a Homemade Guitar!

Unleash your child’s inner rock star with this fun, easy-to-make homemade guitar! 

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!

Through fun and imaginative theater games, children explore body language, movement, space, posture, rhythm, gestures, voice tone, and timing.

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

Dallas Trinity FC is coming to the library! They are Dallas' only professional women's soccer team, and they play at the Cotton Bowl, right here in our neighborhood.

What better way to celebrate the 250th birthday of America than with our favorite American Girls? Whether it was Felicity, Samantha, Kirsten, Molly or Josephina, American Girl Dolls have long empowered kids through literature and play.

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 Mahjong Club!

We play using the Taiwanese style of Mahjong!

Led by a CAP (Community Arts Program) artist, families will explore music and movement through a fun, interactive dance workshop.

Are you an Urban Fiction reader?

This month we will be reading

Thicker than Water by Kerry Washington

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Would your child like a furry, tail-wagging friend to read to? 🐾

In partnership with the Writer's Garret we are hosting a reception in celebration of poet and historian Quraysh Ali Lansana's new book, Ralph Ellison: More than Invisible.

The African American Genealogical Interest Group explores areas of genealogy research unique to the African Americ

Get creative at Scrapbook Saturday!

If you are new to scrapbooking or an experienced scrapbooker looking for a fun community to relax with, this event is for you.

Get moving with Kids Zumba! Children will learn easy dance steps, build rhythm, and follow simple choreography while staying active and having fun.

This Spring Break, kids will step into the shoes of a paleontologist as they dig into their own dinosaur fossil egg! Each participant will receive a fossil egg to excavate using safe digging tools provided by the library.

Join EduGroove for a fun interactive lesson that combines STEAM and dance into one fun program! Come learn, move, and groove with us! No registration needed!

For ages 12 and under. Wear clothes you'd be comfortable dancing in!

📖🐕‍🦺Practice your reading skills🐕‍🦺📖

Embrace your inner artist through the instruction of a new Bob Ross "The Joy of Painting" episode every other week.

It's adventure time!

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!

Spend some time learning with us!

This week we will be making Finger Paint Trees! 

Create art in collaboration with the Dallas Museum of Art. Participants will explore creative techniques and make their own original artwork using provided materials.

Presented by doctorate students of UT Southwestern, learn about a new STEM topic each month with hands on experiments. It's always engaging, and sometimes messy!

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!

It's March 20th the first day of spring!  Let's enjoy the spring season by creating spring bunnies!

During this Spring Break program, participants will design and paint their own reusable tote bags.

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Make a colorful beaded butterfly in this craft!

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.

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!

🀄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.

Learn how to play American Mah Jongg in this five-week course!

Explore music and sounds in this STEM activity!

Get your blood pumping and the creativity flowing! Kid's zumba is an easy, follow-along dance class where kids can wiggle, jiggle, and go wild!

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!

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!

Unleash the Power of Reading!

Get ready to create something truly one-of-a-kind! In this hands-on leather workshop, participants will be guided step by step through the process of crafting their own handmade leather item.

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!

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!

Ignite your child's curiosity with our hands-on STEM program designed for kids ages 6–11!

In this special hands-on art program, local artist Natalia Padilla from Dsgn For Us visits to teach kids the art of drawing!

All participants must be registered individually. 

Get ready to create something truly one-of-a-kind! In this hands-on leather workshop, participants will be guided step by step through the process of crafting their own handmade leather item.

Create a personalized wax seal stamp from clay in this fun craft! Perfect for when you're writing a love letter, sending holiday cards, or simply journaling. 

Spend a relaxed evening improving your watercolor skills with art instructor Kelechi. This beginner-friendly guided painting workshop where participants create watercolor studies from live still-life arrangements.

Discover a space where creativity meets possibility. 

Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons-

Meditation is a very simple practice, available to all. By including this technique in your life, you can reduce stress, increase calmness and clarity, and promote happiness. Learning how to meditate is so easy, and the benefits can come quickly.

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

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

The Renner Frankford Library Book Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:45 - 7:45 pm, except during major holidays.

Please join us! 

Create your very own work of art in a painting workshop. There is just one catch: no brush!

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. 

🌷 Dye fabric using natural pigments 🪻

Learn the unique art of "flower pounding," a technique that uses a small hammer and natural pigments from flowers and leaves to create colorful, abstract designs on fabric.

Do a puzzle. Play video games. Color. Do homework. Build with Lego. Talk. Listen to music. Do art. Learn to knit. Maybe meet new people. It's a space to do things alone or with friends. And snacks! 

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 "Rhinoceros" by Eugene Ionescu.

Do you love a good mystery?

Would you like to share your love of mysteries with others?

Join the Audelia Road Branch's Mystery Book Club which meets every 3rd Thursday of the month to discuss a predetermined book.

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup.

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

Calling all crochet queens, knitting ninjas, embroidery artists, and cross-stitch champs — this one’s for you!

When the sun goes down, creativity comes out to play! Art After Dark invites adults to unwind with simple, nostalgic crafts that spark joy, laughter, and a little childhood magic.

Meditation is being prescribed by many medical practitioners and has been widely recognized as a means to enhance one’s health and reduce stress. Throughout the nation meditation has become a positive force for health and wellbeing.

In this workshop, adults will learn the basics of creating their linoleum print block, which includes image creation, transfer methods, and basic cutting techniques.

Calling all singers, dancers, poets, magicians, instrumentalists--performers of all kinds: On the third Thursday of every month, the Central Library's Division of Arts, Movies and Music hosts an open mic night. Show up, sign up, and show off!

“Mystery creates wonder and wonder is the basis of man's desire to understand.”

~ Neil Armstrong