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Name: The Bias Inside Us: Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition
Start: 2024-07-25
End: 2024-08-25
Location: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

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Branches	J. Erik Jonsson Central Library								Forest Green Branch	Fretz Park Branch	Highland Hills Branch		Martin Luther King, Jr.		Mountain Creek Branch	Park Forest Branch	Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch	Pleasant Grove Branch		Preston Royal Branch	Renner Frankford Branch		Vickery Park Branch			Online Programs	Community Events
Rooms	Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)	Central Library - Community Showcase (1st Floor)	Central Library - Dallas West Room (1st Floor)	Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor)	Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)	Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor)	Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)	Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor)	Forest Green - Outdoor Area	Fretz Park - In Library	Highland Hills - Computer Area	Highland Hills - Exhibit Space	Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2	Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area	Mountain Creek - In Library	Park Forest - Computer Area	Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area	Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater	Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B	Preston Royal - Puzzle Area	Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot	Renner-Frankford - Auditorium	Vickery Park - Auditorium	Vickery Park - Classroom 1	Vickery Park - Study Room A	No room assigned	No room assigned
All Day		This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. The Bias Inside Us: Smithsonian Traveling Exhibition All Day 7/25 - 8/25 Family, Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+) This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Community Showcase (1st Floor) Age Group: Family, Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+) Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Community & City Engagement Event Details: Visit the Smithsonian at the library, with a traveling exhibition on the science of bias! Bias is defined as a preference or prejudice and it lives inside us all. If you're human, you're biased.				This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Exhibition by Cubby 07/05/2024 @ 9:00pm - 08/31/2024 @ 5:00pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor) Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Discover a world of creativity and expression, showcasing the works of talented artist Cubby. Join us for an immersive journey through diverse styles and mediums, from abstract to realism.	This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Pride In Print All Day 6/1 - 9/28 Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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: Come celebrate Pride by viewing our Pride In Print exhibit on display on the 7th floor J.													This event is in the "Family" group. Community Jigsaw Puzzle 08/12/2024 @ 9:00am - 08/17/2024 @ 5:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.							This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. That's Sew Creative - Learn to Sew at the Library! All Day 7/20 - 9/30 Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+) Offsite Event This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Community Events Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+) Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details:
9:00am															This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. Chess Tournament (Non-rated) 9:00am - 3:30pm School Age (ages 6-12) Required This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch Room: Mountain Creek - In Library Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12) Program Type: Community & City Engagement Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: Sections to be determined by number of entries and Tournament Director’s discretion. Registration online for all sections. Onsite registration ends 10 minutes prior to the first round.				This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. GED Classes with the Wilkinson Center 9:00am - 1:00pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: GED Event Details: Free adult high school equivalency and career readiness preparation class with the Wilkinson Center. Register here: http://cutt.ly/newclient			This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Renner Frankford Library Friends' Book Sale 9:00am - 2:00pm Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+) This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+) Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: It's time for the Renner Frankford Library Friends Book Sale!
9:15am
9:30am																					This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Carter Bloodcare Bus & North Dallas Police Blood Drive 9:30am - 1:30pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch Room: Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Community & City Engagement Event Details: The Carter BloodCare Bus will be in the Renner Frankford Branch Library parking lot, in conjunction with the North Dallas Police Station. You can register to give blood at the link below, or just show up between 9:30am - 1:15pm.
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10:00am								This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Creative Writing Club 10:00am - 11:30am Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor) Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: The Central Library is hosting a creative writing club every first and third Saturday of the month!	This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Cancelled Community Gardening: Potted Planting 10:00am - 12:00pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Green Branch Room: Forest Green - Outdoor Area Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Get your hands dirty at the Forest Green Branch Library’s community garden!					This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Career Launch Pad 10:00am - 11:00am Adult (18+) Required This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr. Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology Required Seats Remaining: Unlimited Event Details: 1 on 1 dedicated help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you fill out applications, update your resume and find out about local resources that can help you take the next step in your career.			This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Career LaunchPad 10:00am - 4:00pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" 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 - Computer Area Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Technology Event Details: Learn the basics of computer formatting from typing, accessing the web, and learning general computer software and more.						That's Sew Creative: Sewing Classes 10:00am - 12:00pm Required Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Inspired Aging Workshop Series presents "That's Sew Creative." These sewing workshops emphasize creativity and empower individuals, enabling us to bring the joy of sewing directly to the community.
10:15am
10:30am																								This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Cancelled English Language Learning 10:30am - 12:00pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1 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.	This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Cancelled English Language Learning 10:30am - 12:00pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch Room: Vickery Park - Study Room A 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.
10:45am
11:00am				This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. Monster Needs Your Vote: Children's Bias Program 11:00am - 12:45pm School Age (ages 6-12) This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor) Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12) Program Type: Community & City Engagement Event Details: Learn about Civic Engagement and Character Building through the book, Monster Needs Your Vote, by Paul Czajak. Enjoy a timeless, humorous, and positive story about building character, the democratic process, and the respons							This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Career Launch Pad : Computer Basics 11:00am - 1:00pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch Room: Highland Hills - Computer Area Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology Event Details: Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance, help with resumes, and job applications.					This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Computer Tutor 11:00am - 12:00pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Park Forest Branch Room: Park Forest - Computer Area Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Technology Event Details: Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having. Thursdays & Saturdays, by appointment only.											This event is in the "Family" group. Recording Family Adventures 11:00am - 12:30pm Family Offsite Event This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Community Events Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Take a chosen family picture, tell a chosen family story. Record a story of an important memory, outdoor adventure, or trip together using Dallas Public Library's mobile memory station.
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12:30pm																									This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Cancelled English Language Learning 12:30pm - 2:00pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch Room: Vickery Park - Study Room A 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.
12:45pm
1:00pm	This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Cancelled Movie Saturdays 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor) Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: Watch a fun movie every Saturday afternoon* here at the library! *Note: times, room, and films are subject to change.				This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Guitar Class 1:00pm - 1:45pm Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+) This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" 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, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+) 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 "Adult (18+)" group. Digital Skills Training by The Cardboard Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr. Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2 Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Technology Event Details: The Free Digital Skills Training Program is an 8-week program focused on hands-on computer training, basic digital skills, resume building, and job coaching. The program also teaches practicing online safety and protecting personal information.
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1:30pm																		This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Big Heart Theater 1:30pm - 3:30pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: FREE Summer Theater Program for people aged 18+ with special needs Today the cast will be choosing music and/or making up songs! SIGN UP NOW! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED!
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2:00pm			This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Escape Your Bias Puzzle Room 2:00pm - 4:00pm Family, Adult (18+) Required This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Dallas West Room (1st Floor) Age Group: Family, Adult (18+) Program Type: Community & City Engagement Required Seats Remaining: 27 Event Details: Can you escape the bias in your mind? Test your understanding of bias and problem-solving skills with this puzzle room. This puzzle room can be completed with up to 4 people in 20 minutes.	This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. Earth Kids – Getting to know Stormwater 2:00pm - 3:00pm School Age (ages 6-12) This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Room: Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor) Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12) Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Event Details: The lazy days of summer are here, and water is an important part of the activities. You’re swatting mosquitoes, maybe floating on the lake, but how does it all fit together?	This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Keyboard Class 2:00pm - 2:45pm Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+) This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" 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, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+) 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 "Adult (18+)" group. Career Launch Pad 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adult (18+) Required This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch Room: Fretz Park - In Library Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer and want help creating an email? Then schedule for a 1 Hour One-on-One Career Launch Pad training session with one of our staff members.		This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Voter Registration Info Table 2:00pm - 4:00pm Adult (18+) This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch Room: Highland Hills - Exhibit Space Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Community & City Engagement Event Details: A representative working with Dallas County will be here helping out with Voter Registration														This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Reading Divas Book Club 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adult (18+) Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Programs Age Group: Adult (18+) Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Are you an Urban Fiction reader? This month we will be reading Don't Make Me Wait by Shana Burton Description
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3:00pm					This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group. Strings Class 3:00pm - 3:45pm Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+) This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group. This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group. This event is in the "Adult (18+)" 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, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+) 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!
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