Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge Kickoff

All Day
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

MSRC Kick-off Party

All Day
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

TBD

Book Bike at Habitat for Humanity Home Ownership Fair

9:00am–3:00pm
Family, Adult (18+)
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family, Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement, Economic/Workforce Development

The Knitting Hour

10:00am–12:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Looking for some old school fun on Saturday mornings? The Prairie Creek Library hosts a weekly social hour that will include crafts, games, and much more!

Books & More Sale

10:00am–5:45pm
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - In Library
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature,
Event Details:

June 2, 10 AM to 5:45 PM – Book & More Sale. 1/2 price all day on remaining items.  $8 bag sale at 1:00. Open to the public.

Monkey See Monkey Do Exotic Petting Zoo

10:30am–11:30am
Family
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Lawn
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come join our Kick-Off Party for the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge! The Lakewood Library will have an exotic animal petting zoo on our front lawn.

Preschool Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Family
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Get ready for kindergarten with books, movement, rhymes and music. Suggested ages:3 -6 years old

Jamming with Jason! presented by ATMOS Energy

11:00am–11:30am
Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Bookmarks in NorthPark Center
Room: Bookmarks - NorthCourt
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join Rhythm and Blues musician, former Kidville entertainer and the voice of Clifford the Big Red Dog television theme song, Mr. Jason,  in an upbeat yet down to earth musical storytelling session!

Crafty Saturday

11:00am–12:00pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - In Library
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come and create a craft with us in the Children's Area. 

Los invitamos a la biblioteca los sabados para una actividad.  Para todas las edades.

Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge Kickoff Party!

11:00am–12:00pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

We will kick off the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge with Critterman and his animal friends, followed by a craft! Program sponsored by The Dallas Foundation and the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.

Spring Essay Contest Awards Ceremony

11:00am–12:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Children's Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Summer Reading Kick-Off

11:00am–12:00pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Visit the Fretz Park Library to celebrate the start of the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge. Library staff will be helping with the registration process.

Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge Kickoff Party!

11:00am–1:00pm
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading,
Event Details:

Reading can take you places! Kick off your summer reading with stamps in your reading passport as you travel to all the fun activities, crafts, and games in our library for all ages.

Face Painter & Crafts

12:00pm–2:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Bring the family for face painting, fun crafts; and sign-up for the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge!

The challenge is for the whole family! Win prizes and get free books!

Summer Reading Kick-off Party

12:00pm–2:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Yee-Haw!

Highland Hills Summer Reading Kick-Off Party

12:00pm–4:00pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Children's Area
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us as we kick-off another Summer of fun adventures as we read, learn, experiment and explore new worlds.

Storytime at the Nasher Sculpture Center

12:30pm–1:00pm
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Event Details:

Join Dallas Public Library for a storytime at the Nasher Sculpture Center. 

Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge Kick-Off Party

12:30pm–3:30pm
Family
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Kick of the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge with Slappy the Clown, craft activities, face painters, balloon artists and community vendors.  Join the fun and sign up for the reading challenge.

Crafts with Kerri/Manualidades con Kerri

1:00pm–2:00pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join Kerri every Saturday afternoon in the Youth Discovery Center and make a craft that you can take home! 

MSRC Kick Off: Astronaut Camp

1:00pm–2:00pm
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Learn about our solar system from City Lights Astronomical Society then race through the astronaut training obstacle course. While you’re here, sign up for the Mayor’s Summer Reading Challenge!

Mayor Summer Reading Program kick off party!

1:00pm–3:00pm
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - Children's Area
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come join us as we kick off the Mayors Summer Reading Program! Face painting , ballon animals, craft and snacks! Don't forget to check out some books! Sponsored by the Skillman Southwestern Library Friends

Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge Kick-Off Party

1:00pm–3:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Community & City Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join the Timberglen Library as we kick-off the 2018 Mayor’s Summer Reading Challenge in style!

MSRC Kick-Off Party Block Party @ the CREEK

1:00pm–3:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come and join us at Prairie Creek for the Kick-Off Party for the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge.

Critterman

1:30pm–2:30pm
Family
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us as Critterman teaches us about his cute and creepy companions, and help us kick off the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge! Learn about animal diets, habitats, and more as we get up close and personal with some awesome creatures.

Tropical Hula Dance presented by ATMOS Energy

2:00pm–2:30pm
Family
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Library Branch: Bookmarks in NorthPark Center
Room: Bookmarks - NorthCourt
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:
Grace Hula Dance presents Tropical Hula Dance! The children will enjoy joining in the spirit of Aloha through Hula and Tahitian Dancing.

Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge Kick Off Party

2:00pm–3:30pm
Family
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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Summer is here!  Join us at this kick off party for the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge.  We'll have games, crafts, tattoos, and more.  Sign up for the challenge and earn prizes throughout the summer.  All ages are invited.

MSRC Kickoff Party

2:00pm–4:00pm
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - In Library
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us as we kick off the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge with an afternoon of crafting and face painting.

Sponsored by the Park Forest Library Friends.

The Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge Kick Off Party!

2:00pm–4:00pm
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us in kicking off the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge with a party! There will be games, crafts, face painting, and a balloon artist! And, don't forget to sign up for the Mayor's Summer Reading Challenge. 

All ages welcome!

Dallas Black Dance Theater - Ensembles in the Community

4:30pm–5:30pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Dallas Black Dance Theatre will provide a free public performance in the Black Box Theater. The three performing ensembles of the Dallas Black Dance Academy will perform approximately 6-9 dance pieces.