DIY Make and Take Home

All Day
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Need a place to go on a Saturday and have fun with your Kid. Arcadia Park Branch Library is the place for you. Every Saturday there is a new craft available to make and take with you.

Loom Knitting / Telar Circular

10:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Weekly gathering to share patterns, projects, and socialize.

Pleasant Oaks Recreation Center Egg Hunt Outreach

10:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Outreach
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Join the Dallas Public Library at the Pleasant Oaks Rec Center for the annual Egg Hunt from 10 - noon!

We'll be there with free goodies and information about upcoming Spring time programs!

English as a Second Language Course / Curso de Ingles como Segundo Idioma

10:00am - 1:00pm
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English as a Second Language

To enroll, you must: 

Dallas Bead Society

10:00am - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement

Fairy Tale Closet Prom Dress Giveaway

10:00am - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Fairy Tale Closet (B Level)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Teens in grades 9th-12th are invited to raid the Fairy Tale Closet to find the perfect prom attire.

PrintShop a Go-Go 2022

10:00am - 4:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

PrintShop a Go-Go 2022 is a one-day event that runs six hours.

Central's 4oth Birthday: DIY 80s Style Cube Puzzles

10:00am - 6:00pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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During the 80s, Rubik's Cube was a sensation. Everyone wanted one. Contests were held to see who could solve it first. The puzzle has remained popular ever since. Celebrate by making your own cube puzzle. See if you can solve it.

Celebrate with Crafts

10:30am - 11:30am
Required
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Children's Area
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 50
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Join us on Saturdays at Lakewood to celebrate unique national holidays!

We are now switching from the Grab & Go kits to in-person afterschool activities. 

Here is a list of the holidays we will be celebrating. 

Cancelled

Fluent in Finance: Financial Coaching with WiNGS Dallas

10:30am - 12:30pm
Required
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

Looking to build towards your financial future? WiNGS Dallas has got you covered. This is our their newly revamped financial series, lead by real financial coaches in the DFW area. 

Dallas Young Makers

10:30am - 2:30pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Seed Library (6th Floor)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

The Dallas Young Makers Club (DYM) is a nonprofit community educational organization based in Dallas, Texas committed to helping students age 8-18 expand their minds and skills by creating things instead of just buying things.

Computer Tutor

11:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
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.

African American Movie Series

11:00am - 1:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Lisa Kilolo Todd Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 57
Event Details:

Join us for an African American film viewing series! These films will be rated PG-13 and recommended to those above the age of 13.

Library Out Loud: Arts and Crafts from Latin America

12:00pm - 1:00pm
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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We will be learning about different folk arts and creating instruments, crafts and art that reflect the vast array of Latin American cultures.

AARP Tax Assistance/Asistencia de Impuestos

12:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic Engagement
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Reserve online / Reservar cita en línea: https://taxaide.aarpfoundation.org

Senior Knitting Club

12:00pm - 5:30pm
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Español
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Pase por Bachman Lake Branch Library los Sabados por la tarde si le gusta tejer o hacer ganchillo.

Sew and Tell

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Calling all sewers, knitters, quilters, and embroiders! Come to our Sew and Tell with your latest project as we share tips and ideas.

Beginners welcome!

Dallas Lace Society

1:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Society weekly meeting open to newcomers. 

Plant Swap

1:00pm - 5:00pm
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Lobby
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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We're having a Plant Swap at Bachman Lake Library! Adopt a free house plant, share cuttings, or drop off any plants you no longer want. We will have a table set up inside the lobby.

This is a come and go event. 

Crafternoon: Blackout Poetry

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Celebrating National Poetry month, lets make some "Blackout Poetry"!

Beginners Watercolor Painting

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
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Ever wanted to spend an afternoon painting with Bob Ross? We don't have Bob, but our painting instructor, Irving, is a close second! Spend an afternoon relaxing and brushing up on your art skills with Irving.

My Artistic Self

2:00pm - 3:45pm
Required
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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Relax and find your inner artist as you learn the basics to acrylic painting. Limited to 15 adults. Registration required.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.  

 

Staying Alive: How to Get Your Plants to Thrive

2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Are you a notorious plant killer or maybe your new to plants and want to avoid any casualties? Help your plants live to see another day with tips to keep your indoor and outdoor plants alive.

Coloring for Adults

3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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What better way to relax than with a fun and creative day of free coloring!

Visit the Prairie Creek Branch Saturday,  April 9 from 3 p.m to 4 p.m,  to enjoy yourself, have fun, relax, and meet new people.

Hooks and Needles Club (Crochet and Knitting)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Are you YARNING for a new hobby? Come visit the Hooks and Needles Club every Saturday from 3-4pm!

Work on personal crochet or knitting projects while meeting others who have a passion for creating!

Reading Divas Book Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
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Are you an Urban Fiction reader?

This month we will be reading-

Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi

Description:

Regarding Music: Explorations in Music Appreciation

3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Expand your music listening skills with this, the latest offering of Bill's Music Classes.

80's Leg Warmer Workshop

3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Are you ready for a totally tubular time?! In honor of the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library turning the big 4-0 this year, we're hosting a leg warmer workshop.

Central Chess Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Come and join our chess club to practice, learn, and sharpen your chess skill in a friendly environment. All skill levels welcome! Learn to play - no experience necessary! Happens every second and fourth Saturday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM.

Dallas Song Writing Workshop

4:00pm - 5:00pm
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Seats Remaining: 10
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Have you ever wanted to make your own music? Don't miss this opportunity to let out your creativity and have your composition performed by professional musicians.

Create Like Frida Kahlo

4:00pm - 5:30pm
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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Are you familiar with the often strange, wonderful, colorful, haunting work of the Mexican painter Frida Kahlo? What is it about her paintings that are so distinctively unique?

Central's 40th Birthday: Be A Part of the Birthday Podcast!

4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - The Story Center (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Happy Birthday Central!

The 3rd floor Story Center will be celebrating the Central Library's 40th birthday by hosting a special birthday podcast episode, and you can be part of the episode!

Central's 40th Birthday: Create a Mix Tape

5:30pm - 6:15pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Heritage Lab (8th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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Remember the feeling of getting your newest favorite song taped off the radio?