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Branches

J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Arcadia Park Branch

Bachman Lake Branch

Dallas West Branch

Fretz Park Branch

Hampton-Illinois Branch

Lakewood Branch

Lochwood Branch

Mountain Creek Branch

North Oak Cliff Branch

Park Forest Branch

Prairie Creek Branch

Renner Frankford Branch

Timberglen Branch

White Rock Hills Branch

Vickery Park Branch

Rooms

Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)

Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor)

Central Library - Classroom Riga (C) (6th Floor)

Central Library - Classroom Monterrey (F) (6th Floor)

Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor)

Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B

Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B

Dallas West - Classroom 1

Dallas West - In Library

Fretz Park - Black Box Theater

Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Lakewood - Auditorium

Lochwood - Black Box Theater

Mountain Creek - Lawn Area

Mountain Creek - Study Room

North Oak Cliff - Auditorium

North Oak Cliff - Conference Room

Park Forest - Auditorium

Prairie Creek - Auditorium

Prairie Creek - Classroom 1

Prairie Creek - Study Room 1

Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot

Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Timberglen - Auditorium

Timberglen - Classroom

White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

White Rock Hills - Classroom B

Vickery Park - Classroom 2

All Day

2026 Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day 7/10–7/13

Adult (18+)

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.&nbsp

8:30am

Walking Club

8:30am–9:30am

Adult (18+)

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.

8:45am

9:00am

9:15am

9:30am

Citizenship Class

9:30am–11:30am

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

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

English Language Learning

9:30am–11:00am

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

English Language Learning

9:30am–11:00am

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

9:45am

10:00am

Creative Writing Club

10:00am–11:30am

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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

Registration Required

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.

Loom Knitting / Telar Circular

10:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Learn a new skill, share patterns and socialize while knitting.

Aprenda, practique y socialice mientras trabaja en un proyecto de punto.

10:15am

10:30am

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

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

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch

Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch

Room: Dallas West - Classroom 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch

Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

Stitchin' Saturdays

10:30am–1:30pm

Adult (18+)

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.

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch

Room: North Oak Cliff - Conference Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch

Room: Park Forest - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

English Language Learning

10:30am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

10:45am

11:00am

French Voices in Art: A Bastille Day Celebration

11:00am–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Calling all artists, crafters, and lovers of French culture!

English Language Learning

11:00am–12:30pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

Miniature Horses at the Library

11:00am–12:00pm

Family

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch

Room: Dallas West - In Library

Age Group: Family

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

Event Details:

Come meet the Equest mini ambassador horses! Interact with these fun little guys while learning about horses and about the Equest program.

Creepy Critters

11:00am–12:00pm

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

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch

Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater

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

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

Event Details:

Ready to meet some new, interesting animal friends? Then join us as we welcome Creepy Critters as they showcase all creatures creepy, slithery and slimy. Handlers will teach about each animal, including where and how they live.

Crochet Circle

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch

Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Are you looking for a cozy and creative way to spend your time? Look no further! We invite seniors of all experience levels to join our warm and welcoming crochet group, meeting every week at the library.

11:15am

11:30am

English Conversation Class

11:30am–12:30pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Conversation

11:45am

12:00pm

Family Movie Day

12:00pm–1:30pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

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

Event Details:

Kick back with your family and catch a screening of a classic family movie! Whether you’re discovering something new or revisiting an old favorite, this is a great chance to unwind, connect with others, and take a break from the day.

GED en español

12:00pm–2:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: GED

Event Details:

¿Quieres obtener tu Certificado de Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria (GED) pero no sabes por dónde empezar? ¡Estudia con nosotros en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas!

12:15pm

12:30pm

12:45pm

1:00pm

Groove Guild

1:00pm–2:30pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Classroom Monterrey (F) (6th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

The Groove Guild is a new music club presented by Dallas Public Library, where we discuss and listen to music from our catalog.

Creature Teacher

1:00pm–2:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch

Room: Fretz Park - Black Box Theater

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

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

Event Details:

Get an up-close look at some new animal friends with Creature Teacher. Learn all about the habitats and lives of animals from around the world.

Dungeons & Dragons

1:00pm–3:30pm

Teen (ages 13-17)

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Study Room 1

Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)

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

Event Details:

Slay monsters, gather treasure and go on adventures with friends old and new! Dungeons & Dragons sessions, led by Thomas Acebo, meet every second and fourth Saturday of the month.

English Language Learning

1:00pm–2:30pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch

Room: Timberglen - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Language Learning

Free Guitar Lessons with Swan Strings

1:00pm–2:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

Registration Required

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom B

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Are you interested in learning to play the guitar? Swan Strings, a local musical non-profit, is here to help! Come learn how to play the guitar in this class series, especially designed for children aged 8 and up!

1:15pm

1:30pm

1:45pm

2:00pm

Movement Saturday!

2:00pm–3:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

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

Event Details:

Let's move! Explore a wide variety of movement from Salsa to Zumba to Yoga and anything else while listening to music that will make you want to move! Be prepared to move, dance, and have fun!

Books & Brews

2:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

It's like book club but better! Every month on the first Saturday we will meet to enjoy sampling local brews and discussing a book.

2:15pm

2:30pm

2:45pm

3:00pm

English Conversation Class

3:00pm–4:00pm

Adult (18+)

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch

Room: Timberglen - Classroom

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

English Conversation

3:15pm

3:30pm

3:45pm

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