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21st Annual Legacies Dallas History Conference

8:00am–1:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Join us for the 2020 Legacies Dallas History Conference on January 25th at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library on the seventh floor. Preservation Dallas is proud to be a sponsor of the conference again this year.

Study Room 1- Gueberet Carla Sue

10:00am–11:00am

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Study Room 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

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

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Creative Spaces - Heritage Lab - Open Space Hours

10:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Heritage Lab 1 (8th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

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The Heritage Lab offers specialized equipment to create digital copies of your family treasures. Preserve your memories by creating digital copies of your irreplacea

ELL Teacher Training

10:00am–1:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Penthouse (1st Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Sisters in Stitches

10:00am–1:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Work on your current project with a group of your brothers and sisters in stitching!

Best Practices Special Interest Group for Genealogists

10:30am–1:00pm

Adult (18+)

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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

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Best Practices — Beyond the Basics

The Best Practices SIG (formerly Brown Bag Group) is for genealogists who want to learn advanced methodology skills and techniques.

1-on-1 Computer Help/1 a 1 Ayuda con Computadoras

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

Event Details:

Reserve an appointment with one of our librarians for one on one computer assistance. Get help with:

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

Event Details:

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

English Conversation

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch

Room: Skillman Southwestern - Study Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Groove Line Dance Class

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch

Room: Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Do you like to dance?

The Polk-Wisdom Branch Library has a fun, exciting dance class just for you!

GUIDED MEDITATION WITH SAHAJA YOGA MEDITATION

11:00am–12:00pm

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

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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch

Room: Hampton-Illinois - In Library

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

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Community & City Engagement

Toastmasters

12:15pm–2:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development

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Is the fear of public speaking keeping you from discovering your full potential? Let Toastmasters Help!

The Storytellers Toastmasters Club meets every 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month from 12:15 - 2:00pm.

Setting the Table for Healthy Eating

12:30pm–1:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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This presentation teaches consumers about the Nutrition Facts label and how to use the information it provides to make healthier food choices.

Yoga For Success

1:00pm–2:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Skyline Branch

Room: Skyline - Classroom

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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This session offers simple, but powerful yoga postures to bring stability and balance.

Fretz Park Knitting Group

1:00pm–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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New and experienced knitters are invited to come to Fretz Park to knit, chat, and assist each other with projects on Saturday afternoons.

Creative Spaces- Fiber Arts Workroom- Open Space Hours

1:00pm–4:30pm

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.

Lochwood Art Exhibition Reception

1:00pm–5:00pm

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

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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch

Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater

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

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Art Exhibition

Brush Up! Adult Painting Group with Guest Artist Sal Barron

2:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch

Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Join the library staff and express yourself through painting and other art forms with the help of our Artist in Residence. We will have the supplies, you bring the creativity. For adults 18+.

Health Series: Plant-based Eating; Living a Vegan Lifestyle

2:00pm–3:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch

Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Interested in learning about a plant-based diet and all its benefits?

Registered Dietician, Marla Abolm will hold a presentation filled with information, tips to transition and recipes.

Toastmasters

2:00pm–3:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch

Room: Timberglen - Classroom

Age Group: Adult (18+)

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

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Become the speaker and leader you want to be. People who communicate effectively get ahead in life. Are you ready to achieve your full potential?

Crochet for a Cause

2:00pm–4:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch

Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Community & City Engagement

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Crochet for a Cause at Mountain Creek Branch Library every Saturday from 2 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Dallas Museum of Art and Prairie Creek Branch Library present SCULPTING!

2:00pm–4:00pm

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

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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium

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

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

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Marcela will be leading a workshop that’s all about clay, and participants will be making clay sculptures!

Adult Fretz Park's Fun and Games

3:00pm–4:00pm

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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Join us on the 4th Saturday of the month to play Board Games and/or Card Games. Feel free to join a game with other attendees or even to just bring your own games for you and friends to enjoy.

Bilingual Computer Basics

3:00pm–4:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology

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This is a bilingual computer class that introduces adults to basics such as: how to use a mouse, typing, Microsoft Word, and basic internet searches. The class is one hour long and all supplies will be provided.

Recycling 101 Workshop

3:00pm–4:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch

Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

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Learn the do's and do not's of recycling - what can be recycled, where to take it and correct disposal of non-recyclable materials. Feel free to bring any questions you may have about recycling for answers from City staff.

1-on-1 Computer Help/1 a 1 Ayuda con Computadoras

3:00pm–5:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - In Library

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Technology

Event Details:

Reserve an appointment with one of our librarians for one on one computer assistance. Get help with:

Lakewood Library Book Discussion Group

3:30pm–4:30pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

The Lakewood Library Book Discussion Group will talk about "Coal Black Horse" by Robert Olmstead in January.

Knitters Anonymous/Tejedoras Anonimas

3:30pm–5:30pm

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

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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch

Room: Grauwyler Park - Lobby

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

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Join our knitting group for an afternoon of great fun - members discuss patterns and share ideas. Knit, crochet, needlepoint, or any sort of thread-work is welcome.

Piano Lessons

3:30pm–5:30pm

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

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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch

Room: Grauwyler Park - In Library

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

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Free piano lessons with volunteer Ms. Lynn.

English Conversation Class

4:00pm–5:00pm

Adult (18+)

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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

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