Taking the time to cultivate and maintain relationships has become more important than ever. Senior Coffee Club meets every Thursday morning at 9 a.m.

This is a 12-week program for children 0-3 years old and their parents.

Come celebrate the many talented artists who work at Central Library!

This exhibit features a variety of works by 19 artists, ranging in mediums from sculpture to fiber to jewelry and more. 

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.

Learn and practice yoga with Indian Cultural Heritage Foundation. Younger participant welcome. Please bring your own yoga mat.

Yoga Camp with ICHF is supported in part by the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture.

• Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
• Clases de inglés gratis. Todos son bienvenidos. Sin tarjeta de biblioteca o identificación. requerido.

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

Trained VITA VOLUNTEER tax filers will be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits. Remember to bring all of your important tax documents including any W-2s.

Learn the basics of computer formatting from typing, accessing the web, and learning general computer software and more. 

Enjoy a musical adventure with Ms. Paige of Narwhals and Waterfalls. Have fun, dance, and sing along to songs that are perfect for baby and caregivers alike. Suggested ages: 0-18 months

Sponsored by Atmos Energy.

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish/English to get ready to read!
Suggested ages: 6 years old and under.

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español/ingles para niños que quieren leer!
Para edades de 6 años y menor.

The first and third Thursday each month we do a craft specifically for our smallest library patrons!

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!

Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read! 

Hear stories, sing songs, jump around, and learn.

Suggested ages: 16 months - 3 years

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español para niños que quieren leer! Para edades de 6 años y menor

Visit the Pleasant Grove branch every Thursday morning at 10:30 am for Bilingual/Spanish Storytime!

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!

Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old

Join us for board games at the library! Bring your friends for a fun-filled day of classic and new board games.

Technology is a quickly changing landscape. Schedule a one-hour appointment for one-on-one assistance with basic technology problems and instruction.  

Join our monthly scavenger hunt at the library! New clues and hidden treasures every month come explore, solve, and win fun prizes. Don’t miss out on the adventure!

Get ready for a fun-filled adventure where tiny hands bring big ideas to life! Allow your little ones to express themselves with various arts and crafts activities where they will put their fine motor skills to work.

Navigating Mental Health with NAMI, Parkland Health, and Be Natural Music Therapy & Wellness | Dallas Public Library Join us for a dynamic conversation with mental health professionals, music therapists, and community members.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious lunch for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Need help formatting a document? Using your new phone or eReader? Setting up and sending an email? Want to know how your home computer works, or how to protect your personal information while online?

This class will be an intermediate computer class that deals with more critical thinking of computer applications and hardware.

This Beginner Job Skills Class is a foundational course designed to help participants develop the essential skills needed to thrive the workforce.

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

Clases de inglés gratuitas ofrecidas por la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. No se requiere identificación ni tarjeta de la biblioteca. Todos son bienvenidos. Regístrese en clase

Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and take the next steps towards your educational and career goals? Our GED preparation classes are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to successfully obtain your GED certificate.

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

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

At Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas (WFSDallas), we are dedicated to strengthening our community through comprehensive workforce development initiatives.

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.

Dallas Arboretum Presents: Pepper Palooza! Participants will discover the life cycle of a pepper and the science of spiciness. 

Practice speaking English in our fun and casual conversation group!

¡Practica hablar inglés en nuestro divertido e informal grupo de conversación!

Let creativity spark and colors burst with a Fourth of July celebration that’s a blast! Kids will create dazzling firework prints using fun painting techniques to capture the spirit of Independence Day.

Celebrate the spirit of America by creating your own red, white and blue Patriotic Pinwheel! This easy and fun activity is perfect for everyone—whether you're a kid or just a kid at heart.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Each patron will have 15 minutes to write a short script/scene based on the rubric and template provided by the program lead.

How do you solve a magic triangle? Exercise your brain with this logic puzzle. Magic Triangles use simple addition.

Dallas Aquatics will be here to give a presentation on pool and swim safety for kids and parents!

Learn important skills to keep your loved ones safe this summer!

Visit the Kleberg Rylie branch every Thursday from 3:00-4:00pm for free Science, Math, Reading or Technology based entertainment!

Utilizing worn and withdrawn books, we will have a walkthrough of how to make paper roses.

Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer or want help setting up an email account? Unsure how to apply for a job online? Schedule a One-on-One Career Launchpad session with one of our staff members.

It's adventure time!

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Refuel with a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Hexbugs are little motorized "creatures" that move around kinda like... a bug! In this engineering STEM activity, design a maze for Hexbugs to complete. Then we'll race the Hexbugs to see which one is the fastest!

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Hooked on creativity? Get ready to stitch things up in a cozy two-part crochet series just for teens! Learn the basics—from holding the hook to mastering simple stitches—and start creating fun, beginner-friendly pieces.

Join us Thursdays afternoons as we explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.

Part of SMART Summer. Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library

Calling all gamers!

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Do you enjoy playing video games?  Visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch to play Games such as: Roblox, Mario Run, Sonic and much more!

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. Great for ages 8 - 18. For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.

Bring your own project to Crochet & Create where you'll have the opportunity to enhance your skills, share ideas, and create something beautiful.

Knitters are welcome!

Hang out and play some of your favorite Switch games.

This program was generously funded by the Renner Frankford Library Friends.

Join us for an evening story (or two!) to help your little one practice skills needed to read, communicate, and socialize!

Pucker up and make your own lip scrub! 

This event is sponsored by the White Rock Hills Branch Friends.

Get answers to all your questions and advice for all your problems from the mysterious Magic 8 Ball! Make your own Magic 8 Ball with custom answers to satisfy every query.

Do you like reading books from a variety of genres? Want to start digging a little deeper into the books you read?

Rediscover your love of books in this exciting book-matching game for adults!

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup.

This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels.

Learn more about practical ways to use washi tape, a decorative adhesive made from traditional Japanese paper and natural fibers like bamboo, hemp or the bark of mulberry and gampi trees or the bark of the mitsumata shrub.

Its Camp Week and tonight is for the adults. Luckily there will be no shenanigans that will lead us to be tracked down by vengeful campers. Instead, we will be watching the Cult Classic, "Friday the 13th" and making friendship bracelets.

Step into a cinematic time machine! Every first Friday of the month, embark on a journey through the golden age of film. Film enthusiasts are invited to relish iconic movies, discover timeless stories, and engage in lively discussions.

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

• Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
• Clases de inglés gratis. Todos son bienvenidos. Sin tarjeta de biblioteca o identificación. requerido.

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

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

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

Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and take the next steps towards your educational and career goals? Our GED preparation classes are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to successfully obtain your GED certificate.

Join Choo Choo the Magician and use your imaginations (and a little bit of magic) to travel by train to the Land of Fun and Wonder, where you will discover many magical toys, books about colorful art, and some charming puppet friends!

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. .

Here we go reading again!

This is an adult book club with the aim of being open and accessible to everyone, and to read as many sci-fi & fantasy works from diverse authors as we can.