Program Description
Event Details
Mother's Day is a special occasion to celebrate and honor the mothers and mother figures in our lives. Whether it's by crafting a bouquet, creating a painting or having a family portrait taken, we invite you to come to the library to celebrate Mom with these activities:
FOR KIDS
Mother's Day Bouquet
Celebrate the mom in your life by making them a beautiful bouquet! These bouquets will be made from paper and can be kept around year-round! All supplies provided; first come, first serve.
Tuesday, May 9 at 3:30 p.m. Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Wednesday, May 10 at 4 p.m. Fretz Park Branch
Thursday, May 11 at 3:15 p.m. Audelia Road Branch
Thursday, May 11 at 4 p.m. Timberglen Branch
Saturday, May 13 at 2 p.m. Forest Green Branch
Made possible by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.
Mother's Day Flower Pot
Celebrate Mother's Day by decorating your own flower pot for mom! All supplies provided. Ages 6 and up.
Friday, May 12 at 3:30 p.m. Prairie Creek Branch
Friday, May 12 at 3:30 p.m. Skyline Branch
Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library
FOR ADULTS
Adult Paper Roses
Need a last-minute gift for the mother in your life? During this workshop, we will be creating paper roses. No need to worry about putting these roses in water and they will last much longer than fresh-cut flowers. Supplies are limited; first come first served.
Tuesday, May 2 at 6 p.m. Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch
Thursday, May 4 at 6 p.m. White Rock Lake Branch
Thursday, May 11 at 5:30 p.m. Lochwood Branch
Made possible by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.
DIY Spring Sign Painting / Hágalo Ud. Mismo -Pintura de letrero de primavera
Get ready for Spring and Mother's Day with a fun sign to hang on your wall or door to welcome friends and family. Supplies are limited to the first 15 people.
Prepárate para la Primavera y el Día de la Madres con un letrero divertido para colgarlo en la pared o en la puerta para dar la bienvenida a amigos y familiares. Los suministros están limitados a las primeras 15 personas.
Monday, May 8 at 1 p.m. Arcadia Road Branch
Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library. / Patrocinado por los Friends of the Dallas Public Library.
Spring Jewelry Making
Celebrate the spring season. Create some fun jewelry. Make something special for the "mom-figures" in your life. Supplies are limited to the first 15 people.
Wednesday, May 10 at 5:30 p.m. North Oak Cliff Branch
Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.
Adult Bath Bombs
Enjoy an afternoon learning how to make our bath bombs for your mom - our yourself!
All supplies provided. Adults only, no children please. Registration required.
Saturday, May 13 at 2 p.m. Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.
FOR FAMILIES
Mother’s Day Cricut Coasters
Celebrate your maternal figure in your life by creating a custom coaster using the Cricut! Customize, cut, and press your heart into this one-of-a-kind gift! Registration required.
Monday, May 8 at 4 p.m. Polk-Wisdom Branch
This program made possible by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.
Mother's Day Botanical Watercolor Workshop
Community Artist Program instructor Mylan will show you how to create a beautiful watercolor floral arrangement just in time to celebrate Mother’s Day. Registration is required.
Wednesday, May 10 at 5 p.m. Oak Lawn Branch
This program is supported in part by the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture.
Family Portrait Day
Capture precious family memories with a free family portrait provided by the library. Each family will get to do their own photoshoot and take home an 8x10 portrait as well as digital copies of all the images taken. Perfect for Mother's Day! Register now to save your spot!
Saturday, May 13 at 1 p.m. White Rock Lake Branch
Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.
All in-person programming is intended to follow CDC and city safety guidelines. Please keep safe and social distance when possible, masks are recommended.