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Branches

J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Arcadia Park Branch

Bachman Lake Branch

Dallas West Branch

Forest Green Branch

Hampton-Illinois Branch

Highland Hills Branch

Martin Luther King, Jr.

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch

Pleasant Grove Branch

Polk-Wisdom Branch

Prairie Creek Branch

Renner Frankford Branch

Timberglen Branch

White Rock Hills Branch

Vickery Park Branch

Community Events

Rooms

Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)

Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Central Library - Classroom B (6th Floor)

Central Library - Classroom C (6th Floor)

Central Library - Study Room 8 (6th Floor)

Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)

Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B

Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater

Bachman Lake - In Library

Dallas West - In Library

Dallas West - Lobby

Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium

Forest Green - Classroom 2

Hampton-Illinois - Study Room 1

Highland Hills - Classroom A

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area

Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A

Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B

Polk-Wisdom - Classroom A & B

Prairie Creek - Classroom 1

Prairie Creek - Computer Area

Prairie Creek - Lobby

Renner-Frankford - Study Room A

Timberglen - Auditorium

White Rock Hills - Auditorium

White Rock Hills - Classroom B

White Rock Hills - Lobby

Vickery Park - Computer Area

Vickery Park - Classroom 2

Vickery Park - Conference Room C

No room assigned

All Day

Southwestern Watercolor Society 60th Annual Membership Art Exhibition

All Day 9/5–9/29

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Exhibit

Event Details:

Southwest Watercolor Society has grown to be an international organization and is one of the largest watercolor societies in the nation. Over 80 artists have come together to showcase their work for this unique exhibit.

Lure of the Outdoors: 100 Years of Scout Camp Wisdom Exhibit

All Day 4/1–9/30

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Exhibit

Event Details:

This year Camp Wisdom of Circle Ten Council celebrates its 100th anniversary. Camp started in 1923 and is the oldest existing Scout camp in Texas.

From The Bottom to Tenth Street Exhibit

All Day 6/20–10/20

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

The Dallas History & Archives Division, in partnership with the Tenth Street Residents' Association features an exhibit celebrating the rich history of the Tenth Street and The Bottom neighborhoods.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month!

All Day 9/5–10/19

Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Offsite Event

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Library Branch: Community Events

Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with these fun programs to celebrate, honor, and highlight the Hispanic and Latinx community's history and achievements.

EVENTS FOR KIDS & FAMILIES

9:00am

Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance / Asistencia de Inscripción en el Seguro de Salud

9:00am–11:00am

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Registration Required

Event Details:

Trained Health Care Navigators will be available to assist you in selecting and enrolling in a health insurance program through the Health Insurance Marketplace.

Cancelled

Prism Health North Texas (Cancelled)

9:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Cancelled

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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Lobby

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type:

Event Details:

Prism Health North Texas has certified enrollment navigators to help you apply for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act.

9:15am

9:30am

9:45am

10:00am

Job Search Assistance and More

10:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Study Room 8 (6th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development

Event Details:

CARDBoard Project is here to help connect you to job search assistance, housing resources, access to essentials, and more.

English Language Learning - Basic

10:00am–11:30am

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Affordable Connectivity Info Booth

10:00am–6:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch

Room: Dallas West - Lobby

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

Event Details:

Come and see if you qualify for assistance with your internet bill! A representative from Outreach Program Services of America will be in the library to answer your questions and, if eligible, help you sign up on the spot.

Computer Help

10:00am–11:00am

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

1 on 1 dedicated computer help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you with your computer skills, accessing social services, connectivity, job applications, creating a resume and more.

In Stitches - Fiber Arts Meetup!

10:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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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!

Healing Movement Yoga

10:00am–11:00am

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch

Room: Timberglen - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Artstillery offers a fun, interactive experience for those who are interested in sharing space and moving their bodies to invoke joy, healing and shared experiences. Join us to loosen your mind, spirit and body.

English Language Learning

10:00am–11:30am

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.

10:15am

10:30am

Em)powerment Pop-Up Provided by CARDBoard Project / Dallas Innovation Alliance

10:30am–2:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology

Event Details:

(Em)powerment Popups are a new initiative created through a partnership between the CARDboard Project and Dallas Innovation Alliance.

Computer Basics

10:30am–11:30am

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Computer Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

Event Details:

Do you want to learn more about the computer?

Library staff is available to provide one-on-one instruction on the following topics:

- Learn to type and use a mouse

- Getting Started on a Computer

10:45am

11:00am

Computer Basics: Setting up an email

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Classroom B (6th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us on the 6th floor of the Central Library every Tuesday starting September 12th from 11:00am - Noon for an in-person Computer Basics Class!

Cancelled

Emailing, Texting, and Phone Calls Course

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

Cancelled

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Classroom C (6th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

Welcome to the Dallas Public Library's Digital Literacy Topics Course. 

Each week, on Tuesdays, we will look at a different aspect of how to best utilize our computers and technology.

Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance / Asistencia de Inscripción en el Seguro de Salud

11:00am–4:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch

Room: Bachman Lake - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

Trained Health Care Navigators will be available to assist you in selecting and enrolling in a health insurance program through the Health Insurance Marketplace.

Dallas Lace Society

11:00am–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - Classroom 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Curious about the intricacies of lacemaking? Stop by the Forest Green branch library for the Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Society weekly meeting. Newcomers are absolutely welcome!

FREE Tax Aid

11:00am–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch

Room: Hampton-Illinois - Study Room 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

Event Details:

You will need to make an appointment with CTC first, then they will meet you at our branch.

469.490.2144

Workforce Solutions

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Lobby

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development

Registration Required

Event Details:

Speak with Eric Martinez, a representative from Workforce Solutions about workforce development questions, job search assistance, and more.

11:15am

11:30am

11:45am

12:00pm

GED en español

12:00pm–1:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

Está invitado a asistir a clases gratuitas de preparación para el GED en español en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. El registro está disponible en clase y no se requiere identificación.

American Mahjong

12:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!

12:15pm

12:30pm

12:45pm

1:00pm

Keyboard Class (with Music Theory Emphasis)

1:00pm–1:45pm

Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class.

GED Class

1:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Classroom C (6th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class, and no ID is required.

Cancelled

English Language Learning

1:00pm–2:30pm

Adult (18+)

Cancelled

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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: GED

Event Details:

Free English classes. Start anytime. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

English Language Learning

1:00pm–2:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch

Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

GED Class

1:00pm–2:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch

Room: Polk-Wisdom - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: GED

Event Details:

Free GED classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.

1:15pm

1:30pm

Cancelled

CitySquare Health Navigators

1:30pm–4:30pm

Adult (18+)

Cancelled

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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Conference Room C

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type:

Event Details:

CitySquare Health Navigators will be at the Vickery Park Branch on Tuesdays and Thursdays to offer free same-day application assistance or at a later date with a scheduled appointment.

1:45pm

2:00pm

Beginning Guitar Class

2:00pm–2:45pm

Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class.

One On One with JP - Computer Assistance

2:00pm–4:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Computer Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

Event Details:

JP helps with computer related basics for those who need individual help.

Dallas County Aging & Disability Resource Center, Metrocare Services

2:00pm–4:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Lobby

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development

Event Details:

This event will occur the last Tuesday of every month.

Do you need help applying for Medicare, SNAP, or Medicaid? No need to travel far to get help.

2:15pm

2:30pm

2:45pm

3:00pm

Computer Help

3:00pm–4:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology

Registration Required

Event Details:

Tech Tuesday: 1x1 Tech & Homework Help

3:00pm–5:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Computer Area

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading, Technology

Event Details:

Get help with your tech items, such as your phone, tablet, or computer with a 1x1 session with staff.
We're here to help!

You must register with staff for a spot.

3:15pm

3:30pm

3:45pm

4:00pm

4:15pm

4:30pm

4:45pm

5:00pm

5:15pm

5:30pm

5:45pm

6:00pm

Monthly Game Night: Trains!

6:00pm–7:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch

Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

This month, we are playing any and all games related to trains! We will have Ticket to Ride and Mexican Train dominoes, but feel free to bring your own train themed game to share!

Acting Workshop

6:00pm–7:30pm

Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch

Room: Dallas West - In Library

Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature,

Event Details:

Participants of all ages will exercise skills such as listening, reasoning, communication, and physicality in order to heighten their imagination, ability to react and to relate to one and other.

GED Class

6:00pm–7:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch

Room: Highland Hills - Classroom A

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: GED

Event Details:

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class, and no ID is required.

Graphic Medicine by The University of North Texas

6:00pm–7:30pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Please be sure to download the word document attachment on this page.

GED Class

6:00pm–7:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch

Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: GED

6:15pm

6:30pm

Cancelled

Special Needs & Financial Planning

6:30pm–7:30pm

Adult (18+)

Cancelled

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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type:

Event Details:

Damien M.

Beginning Spanish for Adults

6:30pm–7:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Come join us for a Spanish Class for beginners. We will learn grammar and vocabulary and will also learn about music, art, culture and current events in the Spanish speaking world.

6:45pm

7:00pm

7:15pm

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