2025 Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to residents of the City of Dallas throughout the remainder of 2025 calend

Walking Club

8:30am–9:30am
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Lawn Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement, Seniors
Event Details:

Step into a new routine—one stride at a time! This monthly walking club meets every first Saturday to explore the walking trail behind Mountain Creek Library, enjoy fresh air, and connect with fellow walkers.

Coffee & Crosswords

9:00am–10:00am
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement, Seniors
Event Details:

Perk up the mind and pour on the fun! Sip on a warm cup of coffee while piecing together puzzles and sharing friendly conversation.

Career Launch Pad

10:00am–11:00am
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Event Details:

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.

Cancelled

Saturday Stitchery

10:00am–11:00am
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join us every 1st and 3rd Saturday morning from 10 AM to 11 AM for Saturday Stitchery at the Library!

Creative Writing Club: Writing Marathon Month

10:00am–11:30am
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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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
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Central Library hosts a creative writing club every first and third Saturday of the month!
We hope to build a supportive group that provides accountability, helps you stay motivated, and shares in the joys and woes of creative writing.

Dungeons & Dragons

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Grab your dice and bag of tricks and stop by the Forest Green Branch Library's biweekly Dungeons and Dragons event!

Career LaunchPad

10:00am–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

Carter Blood Drive

10:00am–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Demand for blood donations remains constant, yet collections often decline due to school breaks and seasonal travel. Continued donor support is essential to ensure a stable blood supply. 
Schedule Now.

Yarn Arts

10:30am–1:30pm
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
Event Details:

Ready to get hooked on creativity? Bring your current project or learn the basics of knitting and crocheting in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

The SEWcial Club

11:00am–12:00pm
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
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!

Zonta Says No - 16 Days of Activism

11:00am–3:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Lobby
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Zonta Club of Dallas will be tabling in our lobby as part of their 16 Days of Activism Campaign!

Saturday Movies

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!

 

Note: times, location, and films are subject to change.

Cancelled

Central Chess Club

1:00pm–3:45pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Public Floor Area (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Do you love chess and battling it out over the board? Or, maybe you never played before but want to learn how. Either way, mate, check out the Central Chess Club. It's every other Saturday at 1:00 PM on the 3rd floor.

Club de Tejidos / Knitting & Crochet Club

1:00pm–3:45pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Español, Seniors
Event Details:

Explore su lado creativo en nuestro club semanal de tejidos! Socialice, muestre sus proyectos, y reciba consejos. Apenas esta aprendiendo a tejer? No se preocupe—recibimos a tejedores de todos niveles de conocimiento.