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English Class

8:30am–10:00am

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

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Free English classes. Start today. All are welcome!

Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

GED Morning Class

9:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch

Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: GED

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Ready to work towards obtaining your GED? Free GED Preparation Classes provided by the Wilkinson Center. For more information, please call 214-821-6380 x 390

Orientations offered every Tuesday at 9:00a and 5:45p - enroll and test onsite.

Small Business Administration Disaster Loan Outreach Center

9:00am–6:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch

Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development

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One-On-One Computer Help

10:00am–11:00am

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch

Room: Polk-Wisdom - Computer Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

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Receive free one-on-one computer help. Learn computer basics, Internet, email, and much more. Bring your questions and we will help you solve them.

Creative Spaces- Fiber Arts Workroom- Open Space Hours

10:00am–1:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Creative Space open hours are a time when spaces will be open for customers to walk-in and use equipment on a first come/first serve basis.

Computer Basics

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch

Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

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Learn the basics of the computer from turning it on, learning about software and hardware and using windows.

Computer Tutor

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch

Room: Park Forest - Computer Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

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Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on technology problems you are having. Every Tuesday, Thursday, or Saturday by appointment only.

Dallasite Yogis

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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The Dallasite Yogis is a recurring yoga class which, under the instruction of Jarrett Chatman, will give participants the opportunity to learn simple but meaningful meditation tools to improve energy levels, heighten one’s ability to focus, and ma

Tech Thursday

11:30am–12:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

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Come into the library to learn how to use your mobile devices with eBooks, eAudiobooks, and other resources the library offers.

Lunch & Learn: Make Everyday a Fun-Day!

12:30pm–1:30pm

Adult (18+)

Registration Required

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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

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Dr. Travis Downs of Texas Chiro Health of Lakewood will break down the importance of managing the different types of stressors in our lives and how they can affect our overall health.

Violin Class

1:00pm–1:45pm

School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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This is a small group violin lesson which meets weekly and is open to anyone interested.

English Conversation Class

1:00pm–2:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch

Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

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Let’s practice speaking English.
Free Conversation Class. All levels welcome.
Grupo de conversación casual. Todos son bienvenidos.

Welcome to the Digital Age! Part 2

1:00pm–2:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Skyline Branch

Room: Skyline - Classroom

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

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Learn how your new device can enhance your life. You can watch videos, play games, download books, make on online purchases and much more. Contact the library in advance to make an appointment for one on one assistance.

One Thirty Productions Presents: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Impact of Gossip and Society Columnists

1:30pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch

Room: Fretz Park - Black Box Theater

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Come hear the "dirt" on just everyone. Meet the likes of Louella Parsons, Hedda Hopper, Liz Smith, "Suzy Knickerbocker," Rona Barrett, Walter Winchell, and Truman Capote, who knew everything there was to know.

Guitar Group Lessons

2:00pm–3:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature,

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Have you wanted to learn to play the guitar? Do you have one sitting in the corner not being played? Let's get together and learn the basics, and a few tunes, on the guitar Thursdays.

Mah Jongg

2:00pm–4:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Mah Jongg players unite! Have fun playing and make some new friends along the way.

Classes with Mr. Smith

4:00pm–5:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature,

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Interested in learning how to read and play music? Join Mr. Bill Smith on the fourth floor of the Central Library on Thursdays at 4 PM.

Converse English

4:00pm–5:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch

Room: North Oak Cliff - Conference Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement, Economic/Workforce Development

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Speaking is the hardest part of learning a new language, so practice somewhere supportive and safe. Chat with a bilingual librarian in a relaxed conversational setting, either one-on-one or with a small group.

Outreach at Carrollton Elementary

5:30pm–7:00pm

Adult (18+)

Offsite Event

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Library Branch: Community Events

Age Group: Adult (18+)

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Free GED Preparation

5:45pm–7:45pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch

Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: GED

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GED classes are offered by the Wilkinson Center. For more information, please call the Wilkinson Center at 214-821-6380, ext. 391.

Weekly Meditation

6:00pm–7:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch

Room: North Oak Cliff - Conference Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Find peace within... Join members of DFW Meditation for free guided meditation once a week at the North Oak Cliff Library. Beginners always welcome.

Conversations in English - Conversaciónes en Inglés

6:00pm–7:30pm

Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch

Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium

Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

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Improve your listening and speaking skills, build confidence, and practice your English in a comfortable environment.

Learn about your community and discuss topics that are important to you.

DNA Interest Group for Genealogists

6:00pm–7:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Stone Room (7th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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The purpose of the DNA Interest Group is to explore the use of DNA as a genealogical tool. The goal will be to help members understand and incorporate current DNA testing strategies and standards into their personal genealogy.

Swimming through the darkness: Coping with grief

6:00pm–7:30pm

Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch

Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium

Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Have you ever felt like you were swimming through a thunderstorm? Fran Shelton, author of the book "No Winter Lasts Forever" will talk about ways to help cope with grief.

Adroit Origami Club

6:00pm–8:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Teen Center

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Origami enthusiasts, this is the place for you! This monthly meeting will connect you with fellow origami lovers, provide opportunities for charitable projects, and include demonstrations of new designs to try.

Business Research

6:30pm–7:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Conference Room (5th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development

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Come explore and identify potential clients, competitors, and opportunities using the databases that the Dallas Public Library provides both on-site and on the Internet for busy entrepreneurs.

Mystery Book Club

6:30pm–7:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch

Room: Audelia Road - Classroom 1 & 2

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Pieces of Her by Karin Slaughter

How to Start a Business

6:30pm–8:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

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Join Councilmember Mendelsohn and District 12 staff as we hear from the Director of Business Diversity for the City of Dallas, Zarin Gracey, who will be presenting on the how to start a business in the City of Dallas.

Tai Chi Basic Fundamentals

7:00pm–7:45pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Practicing Tai Chi is a journey to your good health which encourages confidence. Gain and perfect strength, balance, stamina, and mindfulness. Relieve pain, stress, and arthritis.