Day Calendar

Free English classes. Start today. All are welcome!

Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Make a craft with VET! Vet is a native Texan artist who incorporates environmental recycling awareness through her artwork, commissions, and workshops. Come join VET and make a quick and easy craft. This event is sponosred by Atmos Energy.

Free English classes. Start today. All are welcome!

Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Looking for some old school fun on Saturday mornings? The Prairie Creek Library hosts a weekly social hour that will include crafts, games, and much more!

Story Rumpus: Celebrate fun stories that are active, imaginative, creative and playful! Drawing tales, movement, puppets, songs, costumes and more provide memorable story experiences for all.

Come join us for a fascinating, informative presentation about bobcats and coyotes in Dallas by Brett Johnson, City of Dallas Urban Biologist. This talk will look at how both coyotes and bobcats are adapting to living in the city.

Enjoy a children's movie with your family.

Diviértete con películas para niños en un ambiente familiar.

Nancy who?  Channel your inner intrepid teen detective to solve the puzzling case of the possibly pilfering professor.  Work with a team of fellow detectives to see if you can crack the case in time. 

Guide your child on their journey to literacy through interactive play.

Early Literacy puzzles, games, and sensory tools provided to stimulate critical thinking, foster imagination, and strengthen fine motor skills.

Learn about the ancient technique of basket weaving. Try your hand at a new craft by using reeds to weave your very own basket. Sponsored by The Dallas Foundation and Friends of the Dallas Public Library. Program is limited to 29 kids.

Come and create a craft with us in the Children's Area. 

Los invitamos a la biblioteca los sabados para una actividad.  Para todas las edades.

Insects are essential to bringing wildlife into your yard.  Learn about interesting common insects and especially pollinators that live in your area.

Help the library make shelter blankets for the those in need.  All yarn and hooks are provided, but donations are always appreciated!  Instructions for blankets are provided, for old hat and new comers.

Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on technology problems you are having. Every Tuesday or Thursday, by appointment only.

Do you like to dance?

The Polk-Wisdom Branch Library has a fun, exciting dance class just for you! 

Nancy who?  Channel your inner intrepid teen detective to solve the puzzling case of the possibly pilfering professor.  Work with a team of fellow detectives to see if you can crack the case in time. 

For children and parents, listen to stories, sing songs and practice literacy skills together.

Suggested ages: 6 years old and under.

Create an amazing rainbow of colors through a combination of art and science.

Sponsored by The Dallas Foundation and Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Recommended for ages 5 and up. Limited supplies 

“The Art of Storytelling” inspires participants with stories, instruments, songs, theater (story-play) poetry, dance, and circle-partner-line-ring games.

Free English classes. Start today. All are welcome!

Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Use stamps and world maps to learn about geography and cultures around the world.

Filmed by Bike Bike Love is an awesome collection of the best bike movies from all over the world. Immerse yourself in a thrilling world of cycling as compelling stories dance across the screen.

Join us at the Youth Discovery Center for Art with Friends, where we learn about artists, get inspired, and create our own artwork. 

Nancy who?  Channel your inner intrepid teen detective to solve the puzzling case of the possibly pilfering professor.  Work with a team of fellow detectives to see if you can crack the case in time.

David Slick is a juggler, unicyclist, clown, stilt walker, magician and escape artist as well as a Guiness World Record Holder. He has entertained laughing and cheering audiences from Shanghai to Scottish Rite.

Come join us Saturday afternoons at 2 pm to explore arts, crafts, and STEM subjects here in the library!  From paper crafts to baking soda volcanos, there's no telling what we might be doing.  Good for all ages

Join us in the children's area to watch a movie. All movies will be G or PG. You are welcome to bring treats to eat during the movie.

Second in the Escape Room Summer Series

Join us for an out of this world craft! Limit 30 kids. This program is being sponsored by the Lochwood Branch Library Friends.

Join the library staff and express yourself through painting with the help of our Artist in Residence. We will have the supplies, you bring the creativity. For adults 18+

Does your family have what it takes to use your SMART Skills to slove the puzzle room?

Work as a group to complete challenges in Science, Math, Art, Reading and Technology before time runs out and solve the secret clue. 

Do you need a quiet place to study?  Our auditorium is available Saturday afternoons for students to use.

Become the speaker and leader you want to be.  People who communicate effectively get ahead in life.  Are you ready to achieve your full potential?

Come by for free piano lessons!

¡Ven para clases de piano gratis!

This is a fun, interactive, picturesque, educational program that captures the folklore of Mexico through its traditional dances and beliefs.

Join our knitting group for an afternoon of great fun - members discuss patterns and share ideas. Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or any sort of thread-work is welcome.

Improve your listening and speaking skills, build confidence, and practice your English in a comfortable group environment.