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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Dec-Jun
2025
Remembering Black Dallas, Inc. - Celebrating a Legacy: 10 Year Anniversary Exhibit
All Day
12/1–6/30
Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Exhibit
Event Details:
Established in 2015, the mission of Remembering Black Dallas, Inc. is to preserve and promote the African American life, history, artifacts, and culture of Dallas and surrounding cities. This exhibit highlights the
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
2026 Bulk Trash Drop-off Service
All Day
5/15–5/18
Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot
Library Branch:
Renner Frankford Branch
Room:
Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to residents of the City of Dallas throughout the 2026 calendar year. 
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Walking Club
8:30am–9:30am
Mountain Creek - Lawn Area
Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Lawn Area
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Step into a healthier, happier routine—one stride at a time! Lace up and hit the scenic walking trail behind the library for relaxed strolls, stretch out stress, and enjoy friendly conversation while getting steps in.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
GED Classes with the Wilkinson Center
9:00am–1:00pm
Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
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.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Creative Writing Club
10:00am–11:30am
Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor)
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 hosts a creative writing club every other Saturday! We hope to build a supportive group that provides accountability, helps you stay motivated, and shares in the joys and woes of creative writing.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Dungeons & Dragons
10:00am–12:00pm
Forest Green - Study Room A
Library Branch:
Forest Green Branch
Room:
Forest Green - Study Room A
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Grab your dice and bag of tricks and stop by the Forest Green Branch Library's biweekly Dungeons and Dragons event!
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17)
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Intellichoice Math Tutoring
10:00am–12:00pm
Renner-Frankford - Study Room B
Library Branch:
Renner Frankford Branch
Room:
Renner-Frankford - Study Room B
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Are you having trouble in Math? Get FREE tutoring Saturdays 10am - 12pm from Intellichoice Math Tutors. Available for all students up to grade 12.
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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
IntelliChoice Math Tutoring
10:00am–12:00pm
Skyline - Classroom
Library Branch:
Skyline Branch
Room:
Skyline - Classroom
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Sign up to receive free math tutoring! Intellichoice offers math tutoring beginning January 17, 2026. Saturdays, 10:00am - 12:00 pm
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This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Bilingual Storytime (Hora de Cuentos bilingüe)
10:30am–11:30am
Dallas West - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Dallas West Branch
Room:
Dallas West - Auditorium
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type:
Early Literacy,
Español
Event Details:
Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 0 to preschool Cuentos, canciones y rimas en español e inglés para prepararse para leer!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Stitchin' Saturdays
10:30am–1:30pm
Mountain Creek - Study Room
Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Stitch the stress away and get hooked on creativity! Bring yarn and needles or hooks for a cozy Saturday crafting circle perfect for knitters and crocheters of all levels.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Mystery Book Club
10:30am–12:30pm
Skyline - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Skyline Branch
Room:
Skyline - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Experience a new way to book club! Set up in a choose-your-own-adventure format, it is a way to read new authors and get customized recommendations.
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This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Sensory Playtime
11:00am–11:45am
Hampton-Illinois - Children's Area
Library Branch:
Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room:
Hampton-Illinois - Children's Area
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Event Details:
Explore and develop your child's cognitive and motor function skills in this quieter, more relaxed play session!
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| 12:00pm |
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Watercolor Coloring Sheets
12:00pm–2:00pm
Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Prairie Creek Branch
Room:
Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Enjoy your afternoon painting with some casual watercolor coloring sheets. And if you're a beginner, we will also show you how to mix colors on a palette!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Saturday Movies
1:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)
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 movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library! Note: times, location, and films are subject to change.
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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
Family,
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17)
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
May
16
2026
Sat
Pokémon Club!
1:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
Age Group:
Family,
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Attention young trainers! Join us on May 16th from 1PM to 3PM on the 2nd floor in the Kahn Pavilion for the very first the Central Library Pokémon Club. This event is open to kids, teens and their families.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Central Chess Club
1:00pm–3:45pm
Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Do you love chess and battling it out over the board? Or, maybe you never played before but want to learn how. Either way, mate, check out the Central Chess Club. It's every other Saturday at 1:00 PM on the 3rd floor.
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This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
🌟 Explore the Senses! 🌟
1:00pm–2:00pm
Dallas West - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Dallas West Branch
Room:
Dallas West - Auditorium
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Event Details:
Looking for a fun, interactive way to support your child’s development? Join us for a free sensory play session—filled with hands-on stations that build motor skills, early literacy, and more!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Club de Tejidos / Knitting & Crochet Club
1:00pm–3:45pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A
Library Branch:
Grauwyler Park Branch
Room:
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature,
Seniors
Event Details:
¡Explore su lado creativo en nuestro club semanal de tejidos! Socialice, muestre sus proyectos, y reciba consejos. ¿Apenas está aprendiendo a tejer? No se preocupe—recibimos a tejedores de todos los niveles de conocimiento.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Digital Skills Training by The Cardboard Project
1:00pm–3:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Library Branch:
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room:
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Technology
Event Details:
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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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Nature Journaling
1:00pm–2:00pm
Mountain Creek - Lawn Area
Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Lawn Area
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Sketch out a little wild inspiration during this family-friendly nature journaling day!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Art is for Everyone
1:00pm–3:00pm
Park Forest - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Park Forest Branch
Room:
Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Explore different concepts each month with fellow novice artists as we learn, relax, create and have fun! This month is To Be Announced Soon... All supplies provided. No experience required.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Family" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Moana's Hula Party
2:00pm–3:30pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group:
Family
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Sway into the spirit of AAPI Month with an island-inspired celebration that’s sure to make waves!
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
May
16
2026
Sat
Library Branch:
Online Programs
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Are you an Urban Fiction reader? This month we will be reading You Should Sit Down for this: a memoir about wine, life and cookies by Tamera Mowry Description
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