Painting With Paper

All Day
Family
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Square One Gallery (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Many people are surprised to learn that the art of Joe Connor--an artist born in England whose home is now in North Texas--is created entirely with paper.

Toddler Story Time

10:30am–11:30am
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn! Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old

Valentine Heart Puzzle Craft

10:30am–11:30am
Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - In Library
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join us as we make and break hearts with this cute and simple craft to celebrate Valentine's Day!

Valentines Button Making

11:00am–12:00pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Take a deep breath because love is in the air! Come get in the spirit with some Valentine-themed buttons! Express your love for others and yourself by hand-making a customized button! 

Mindfulness in Movement

12:00pm–12:45pm
Family, 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: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
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. 

Guitar Class

1:00pm–1:45pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Registration 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 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
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.

Performance by The Bandan Koro Experience

1:00pm–2:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

The Bandan Koro Experience is made of drummers and dancers who present an energetic show which include various rhythms, dance moves, instruments, and interactive song and dance choreography, while also sharing history and cultural context.

Family Portraits at the Library

1:00pm–3:00pm
Family, Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family, Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
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.

Keyboard Class

2:00pm–2:45pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Registration 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 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
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.

Roots for Youth

2:00pm–3:00pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Adult (18+)
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. 

The Office of Arts and Culture Presents: Infinite Arts

2:00pm–3:00pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Classroom B
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Infinite Arts Movement is a non-profit group focused on creating outreach programs that support aspiring artists through education, performance & dialogue.

Teen Lounge

2:00pm–4:00pm
Family, Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family, Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
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.