FREE Tax Aid

9:00am - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Study Room 1
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:
For Community Tax Centers  FREE Tax Aide [Civic Engagement; {adult, seniors}] IRS Certified Preparers are here to help you with current and prior year’s federal tax returns; Amendments to previously filed tax returns; IRS letter queries; I...

Free Tax Assistance/Asistencia de Impuestos Gratis

9:00am - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:
Community Tax Centers, A program of Foundation Communities   IRS Certified Preparers will be here to help with: Current and prior year's federal tax returns, Amendments to previously filed tax returns, Help answering IRS letters, ITIN a...

English Language Learning

10:00am - 11:30am
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:
Free English classes. Start anytime. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ...

English Language Learning

10:00am - 11:30am
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:
Free English classes. Start anytime. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ...

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

10:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:
English as a Second Language Classes are every Saturday. Curso de Ingles como Segundo Idioma Las clases son todos los Sábados. ...

Loom Knitting / Telar Circular

10:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Study Room 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Visit the Prairie Creek branch every Saturday from 10:00am - noon for our weekly gathering to share patterns, projects, and socialize.     Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library. ...

Movie Matinee: Blithe Spirit

10:00am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Movie Matinee! Bring your valentine to enjoy magical romantic comedy! Bring your own snacks! The screening will begin at 10 a.m., and the film will always conclude before the library's doors close.  Watch a movie, snack, and spend some tim...

GED Classes with the Wilkinson Center

10:00am - 2:30pm
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: GED
Event Details:
Free adult high school equivalency and career readiness preparation class with the Wilkinson Center. Register here: http://cutt.ly/newclient For more information about the Wilkinson Center visit: www.wilkinsoncenter.org ...

Computer Basics Advanced Session/Clases básicas de computadora sesión avanzada

10:30am - 11:30am
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:
This class is a continuation of "Basic Computer Classes/Clases básicas de computadora." In this class students will continue practicing their basic computer skills but will also begin to focus on working with specific computer programs such as ...

Adult Paper Roses Craft

10:30am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Need a gift for your significant other? Or are you looking for more lovely decorations?  During this workshop, we will be creating a bouquet of paper roses. No need to worry about putting these roses in water and they will last much longer th...

ELL

10:30am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning

ELL

10:30am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:
Free English classes. Start anytime. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ...

English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning

English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning

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. ...

Dallas County Master Gardeners: Succulents!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:
Join us for a presentation by a member of the Dallas County Master Gardeners and learn about succulents! Whether you're a season plant enthusiast or picking up this new hobby, come and learn more from local experts.  ...

English Language Learning

11:00am - 12:30pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom A (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning

Sew and Tell

11:00am - 1:00pm
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
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! Bring your own supplies or try out one of our provided kits. Kits are limited to the first 15 ...

Tax Help

11:00am - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classrooms 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:
Visit the Prairie Creek Library every Saturday from 11:00am - 2:00pm for free tax assistance for those who qualify. Visite la biblioteca de Prairie Creek todos los Sábados de 11:00am - 2:00pm para obtener asistencia tributaria gratuita para quiene...

Mindfulness in Movement

12:00pm - 12:45pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
An opportunity for movers to explore, play, acknowledge, and share their daily lived experiences through creative movement and mindfulness techniques. All levels are welcome and encouraged to participate.  Creative movement Dance Compo...

Citizenship Class

12:00pm - 1:30pm
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Featured
Event Details:
Free classes. Start anytime! All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. Clases gratis. Comience en cualquier momento. Todos son bienvenidos. Sin tarjeta de biblioteca o identificación. requerido. Regístrese...

Watercolor Painting Class

12:00pm - 1:30pm
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, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Spend an afternoon relaxing and brushing up on your art skills with our art instructor Irving. Join in with a work in progress or just an idea you're ready to put to paper. You will be creating art at your own pace with all the supplies and feedback ...

Art is for Everyone!

12:00pm - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Join us as we explore a new topic in art every month.  This month adventure will be Pen Pals ATC! ...

Guitar Class

1:00pm - 1:45pm
Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:
Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class. Classes are 45 minutes packed with fun games, exercises, music theory, and hands-on performance techniques for ...

English Language Learning

1:00pm - 2:30pm
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:
Free English classes. Start anytime. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos! ...

Intro to DNA

1:00pm - 2:30pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - History & Genealogy (8th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Featured
Event Details:
Discover the Power of DNA! This introduction to DNA with Genealogy Expert Patti Huff Smith includes learning about what type of DNA tests are available and why DNA testing can accelerate traditional genealogy research. Once DNA results arrive an...

Central Chess Club

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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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
Event Details:
Learn to play or sharpen your skills. All ages and skill levels welcome! Happens every second and fourth Saturday from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. ...

Crochet Coven

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:
 Want to start a new hobby this new year? Come and join Mountain Creeks' Crochet Coven. During this detailed 6-week series we will be learning how to make a Granny Square Drawstring Bag from start to finish. This is a perfect group for beginners...

El Centro Toastmasters Club Meeting

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational organization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs.  Visiting a club is the exciting first step to building a better you.  There is...

Family Portraits at the Library

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Join us for a special Saturday program where you can take professional quality family photos at the library! We will have both digital copies and prints made available to you at no cost. Dress up, dress down, come matching, or bring your own props! T...

GED

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: GED
Event Details:
You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class, and no ID is required. ...
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GED

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: GED

Jewelry Making with VET

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Learn the basic principles of making jewelry! Artcycle TX is a project run by VET, a Dallas-based artist who makes art out of discarded objects. Artcycle’s mission is to promote creative art expression while encouraging environmental responsibilit...

Mardi Gras Celebration!

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Visit the Prairie Creek branch Saturday, February 11th from 1:00 - 3:00pm for a Mardi Gras Celebration! Enjoy live music from the Modern Cajun Jazz Ensemble, indulge in sweet treats reminiscent of the French Quarter, collect colorful beads fr...

Painting Workshop with Eva Azul \ Taller de Pintura con Eva Azul

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Story Children's Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Love is in the air at the Arcadia Park Library! Grab your Valentine and come paint with us! You don't have to be Picasso to be an artist with us! Local artist Eva Azul will guide participants step by step to create an adorable painting that you and y...

Saturday Movies: Winter Season

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Cold weather and movie days go hand in hand, so come watch some of the flicks we'll be showing this winter season every Saturday here at the library!  Movies/times/location subject to change:   Dec. 3 at 2:00 p.m. -- Blades of Glory ...

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
Event Details:
Curious about the intricacies of lacemaking? Stop by the Forest Green branch library for the Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Society weekly meeting. Newcomers are absolutely welcome!   The Dallas Lace Society is a non-profit organization...

Craft Saturdays Using Yarns

2:00pm - 2:00pm
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Do you want to learn or increase your skills?  Please come to the Vickery Park Branch every Saturday @ 2pm to knit, crochet, cross-stitch, and macrame. We will provide supplies; if there's a yarn or needle style you prefer, please do bring...

Keyboard Class

2:00pm - 2:45pm
Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:
Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class. Classes are 45 minutes packed with fun games, exercises, music theory, and hands-on performance techniques for ...

Roots for Youth

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
Join textile artist Renee Micha'el Jones as we explore the traditional culture and history of African Textiles as a medium used for storytelling. Explore and incorporate your own story into your own African textile.  “Roots for Youth" is supp...

Rose Bath Bombs

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
It's the rosiest time of year! Celebrate Valentine's day by making rose-scented bath bombs. The ingredients and procedure will be explained at the start. Go as simple or lavish as you desire—if you're up for a challenge, try adding some dried rose pe...

The Office of Arts and Culture Presents: Infinite Arts

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Classroom B
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:
Infinite Arts Movement is a non-profit group focused on creating outreach programs that support aspiring artists through education, performance & dialogue. Come join us as they present BeatStreet Poetry Vibe: an interactive dance, hip-hop and ...

Dungeons & Dragons

2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Thomas Acebo will again lead our Dungeons & Dragons every second Saturday and fourth Saturday of the month.  ...

Teen Lounge

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family, Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 60
Event Details:
Teens Only!  During this time the classroom will be a teen-only zone. We have games and snacks as well as other activities.  There will be a new activity each week; karaoke, dance classes, and crafts just to include a few!  Sp...

Strings Class

3:00pm - 3:45pm
Required
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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 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class. Classes are 45 minutes packed with fun games, exercises, music theory, and hands-on performance techniques for ...

Computer Help

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:
1 on 1 dedicated computer help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you with your computer skills, accessing social services, connectivity, job applications, creating a resume and more.     ...

Decor-ner: Linocut Prints

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:
Decorate your way! This craft will have you carving an image into a linocut block to use as a stamp! Create prints to hang on your wall or stamp a plain tee for a unique outfit ...