Week Calendar

Name: Happy Holidays!
Start: 2024-12-03
End: 2024-12-30
Location: Happy Holidays!

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (12/15)	Mon (12/16)	Tue (12/17)	Wed (12/18)	Thu (12/19)	Fri (12/20)	Sat (12/21)
All Day	This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Happy Holidays! All Day 12/3 - 12/30 Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors Offsite Event This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Library Branch: Community Events Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading Event Details: However you're celebrating this holiday season, we've got programs to get you into a festive mood! For Families and Children:
		This event is in the "Family" group. Interstellar Shades by Christii J All Day 12/16 - 12/23 Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor) Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Drawing from a background in physics and astronomy, Christii J creates vibrant, one-of-a-kind planets that blend scientific wonder with boundless imagination.
		This event is in the "Family" group. Community Jigsaw Puzzle 12/16/2024 @ 9:00am - 12/21/2024 @ 5:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch Room: Preston Royal - Puzzle Area Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Take a break and relax while putting together our Community Jigsaw Puzzle.
10 am						This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group. Toddler Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Family, Infant & Toddler This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group. Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr. Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler Program Type: Early Literacy, Outreach Event Details: 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	This event is in the "Family" group. Family Day: Holidays Around the World 10:00am - 1:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch Room: Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Drop in as we shine a light on a few holiday traditions from around the globe. Play a game of find the pickle, create an apple ornament, decorate Dala horse foam "cookies", and try your luck at getting the treats in the shoe.
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12 pm							This event is in the "Family" group. Family Crafternoon: Christmas Bottle Painting 12:30pm - 1:30pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch Room: Arcadia Park - In Library Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Join us for a fun, festive, family activity! For this activity, families will decorate bottles with different holiday designs and themes.
1 pm	This event is in the "Family" group. Family Holiday Movie & Craft Afternoon - The Nightmare Before Christmas / Tarde navideña familiar de películas y manualidades 1:00pm - 3:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Open a door to a magical morning full of spooky ghosts, grotesque monsters, and... holiday cheer?		This event is in the "Family" group. Keyboard Class 1:00pm - 1:45pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: 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 event is in the "Family" group. Chamber Orchestra (Advanced) 1:00pm - 2:45pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: 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 event is in the "Family" group. Keyboard Class 1:00pm - 1:45pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: 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 event is in the "Family" group. Pictures with Santa 1:00pm - 2:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 2 Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature This event is in the "Family" group. Family Fun Saturday: Design Your Own Cards 1:00pm - 3:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Lochwood Branch Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading Event Details: One Saturday a month we do something fun for the whole family! This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group. Green & Grinchy Holiday Bash 1:00pm - 3:00pm Family, School Age (ages 6-11) This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor) Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11) Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Add a little mischief to your holiday with a grinchy holiday party. You'll get the Whoville experience, full of grinchy fun, featuring an ornament craft and other fun activities. The Grinch himself will stop by for photos! This event is in the "Family" group. Music Student Recital 1:00pm - 3:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: End-of-quarter recital for DPL music program. Students will showcase their talent and perform pieces for friends and family. This event is in the "Family" group. Reindeer Games a family fun event! 1:00pm - 3:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch Room: Highland Hills - Classroom A & B Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Are you ready for a festive day of fun at Highland Hills?! Our Reindeer games program is designed for kids with various exciting games centered around the holiday season. This event is in the "Family" group. Snow Saturday 1:00pm - 3:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Park Forest Branch Room: Park Forest - Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Just because we are in Texas, doesn't mean we can't have snow. Drink some cocoa! Decode out your snow name! Go snowman bowling! Design a unique snowflake! We will have crafts and activities for all ages. This event is in the "Family" group. Gift Wrapping for the Family 1:30pm - 3:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Add the library to your holiday check list and wrap your gifts for free! We will have self wrapping stations and card making stations just in time for the holidays.
2 pm			This event is in the "Family" group. Guitar Class 2:00pm - 2:45pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: 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 event is in the "Family" group. Learning to Quilt 2:00pm - 4:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Experiece the joy of crocheting techniques, styles, and practices while learning the basics of how to crochet. All supplies will be provided.		This event is in the "Family" group. Guitar Class 2:00pm - 2:45pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: 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 event is in the "Family" group. Jingle and Jolly's Holiday Show! 2:00pm - 3:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Dallas West Branch Room: Dallas West - Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: This show stars Jingle the Elf and Jolly the Snowman. Throughout the show Jingle will tell the kids about his responsibilities in Santa's workshop and during the grand finally, Jolly the Snowman comes out to help everyone sing a hoilday carol. This event is in the "Family" group. Disney Winter Wonderland 2:00pm - 3:30pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Step into the magical world of Arendelle and meet the real-life Elsa and Anna! Families will create Frozen-themed crafts and test their Disney knowledge with trivia. Don't let it go—this is a winter wonderland adventure you won't want to miss! This event is in the "Family" group. Family Holiday Movie 2:00pm - 4:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Get in the holiday spirit and cozy up during our Family Movie time! Bring your own blankets and snacks! Showing: Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)
3 pm				This event is in the "Family" group. Guess the Holiday Song / Adivina esa canción navideña 3:30pm - 4:30pm Family Required This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Required Seats Remaining: 60 Event Details: Gather your loved ones and join us for Guess The Holiday Song! This family friendly event is packed with holiday bangers from Mariah to Sinatra that will warm hearts of all ages! This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group. After School Cinema 3:30pm - 5:30pm Family, School Age (ages 6-11) This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group. Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11) Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading Event Details: Bring the family for a kid-friendly movie screening. Repeats weekly.
4 pm			This event is in the "Family" group. Guitar Class 4:00pm - 4:45pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: 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 event is in the "Family" group. Cancelled Family Cooking Class 4:00pm - 6:00pm Family Required This event is in the "Family" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Dallas West Branch Room: Dallas West - Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: An exciting culinary adventure awaits at the Dallas Public Library, presented in collaboration with Common Threads!	This event is in the "Family" group. Keyboard Class 4:00pm - 4:45pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: 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 event is in the "Family" group. Strings Class 4:00pm - 4:45pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch Room: Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: 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 event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group. Kid's Movie of the Week 4:00pm - 5:30pm Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11) This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group. Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr. Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2 Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11) Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature This event is in the "Family" group. Family Movie Matinee: Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas 4:15pm - 6:15pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Dallas West Branch Room: Dallas West - Classroom 1 Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Lavish live-action version of the classic tale, starring Jim Carrey---in Oscar-winning makeup---as the coldhearted creature trying to thwart Whoville's Yuletide celebration.	This event is in the "Family" group. Keyboard Class 4:00pm - 4:45pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: 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 event is in the "Family" group. Strings Class 4:00pm - 4:45pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: 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!
5 pm					This event is in the "Family" group. Strings Class 5:00pm - 5:45pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: 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 event is in the "Family" group. DIY Snow Globe 5:00pm - 6:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Get into the holiday spirit by visiting the Lancaster-Kiest branch to create your own snow globe. This event is in the "Family" group. Community Art Show 5:30pm - 7:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr. Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Lisa Kilolo Todd Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Enjoy artwork made by your friends, neighbors, and other community members, or share your own! This event is in the "Family" group. Family Movie Night: 'The Grinch' (2019) 5:30pm - 7:30pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 2 Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Visit the Prairie Creek branch for this special showing of a family-friendly holiday movie!

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However you're celebrating this holiday season, we've got programs to get you into a festive mood!

For Families and Children: