This event is in the "Family" group.
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Exhibit Space
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Come celebrate Dia de los Muertos with us.  Circulation specialist, Yenni Velasquez created a traditional Ofrenda (Altar de muertos).  Please feel free to submit a photo of a loved one who has passed or visit to honor those who have

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Free Community Asthma Testing & Clinic

9:00am - 12:00pm
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Asthma Chasers and Singleton United / Unidos will be in the parking lot of the Dallas West library to provide free breathing test that measure lung capacity.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Creekside / White Rock Hills Park Opening - Outreach

10:00am - 1:00pm
Family
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

Join the White Rock Hills Branch of the Dallas Public Library at the grand opening of the White Rock Hills Park! We will have crafts, handouts, and fun!

See you there!

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Lobby
Age Group: Family, Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Be a part of this community mural and paint along with CAP artist, Fred Villanueva. All are invited to participate in this free event.

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Story Picnic

10:30am - 11:00am
Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Required
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Spread out your blanket and enjoy stories, songs, and movement outside the library. This program will be presented in English and Spanish. 

For ages 6 and under.

 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Knitting and Crocheting

10:30am - 11:30am
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
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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:

Weekly gathering to share patterns, projects, and socialize.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Computer Tutor

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

NaNoWriMo Support Group: Virtual Write-In

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Weekly virtual meetings throughout the month for accountability, encouragement, and writing together.

Beginners and experienced writers welcome!

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Nature + Play: Art

11:00am - 12:00pm
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Get your creative juices going as we explore ways to make art with found nature items.

Suggested Materials:

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Dia de los Muertos Award Ceremony

11:00am - 1:00pm
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

The Friends of the North Oak Cliff Library will be presenting awards to the winners of the Día de Los Muertos themed art contest. 

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This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
Cancelled

Jumbo Board Game Day

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - In Library
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

We're bringing back Game Day and it's gonna be BIG! Bring your crew to play bigger-than-life versions of your favorite board games. Family and friends of all ages will have a fun-filled time. 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Beginning Piano and Keyboard

2:00pm - 3:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Learn how to read music, understand chord and melodic theory, and to play the piano or keyboard. Participants are encouraged to attend a weekly session, but can join at any time.  

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

Crafternoon: Corn Husk Dolls

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-11)
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Children's Area
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Crafternoon is a monthly series where your imagination and creativity are unleashed with crafts and fun!
A  new craft every month!

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Hooks and Needles Club

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen, Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Are you YARNING for a new hobby? Come visit the Hooks and Needles Club every Tuesday and Saturday!

All ages and abilities are welcomed! 

 

 

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This event is in the "Adult" group.

Beginners Watercolor Painting

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Ever wanted to spend an afternoon painting with Bob Ross? We don't have Bob, but our painting instructor, Irving, is a close second! Spend an afternoon relaxing and brushing up on your art skills with Irving.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Beginning String Class

3:00pm - 4:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Interested in learning to play the violin? Join Bill Smith online Saturdays at 3 pm CST. The program will teach students the basics of playing the violin and reading music.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Beginning Violin Class

3:00pm - 4:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
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
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Interested in learning to play the violin? Join Bill Smith at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library, on the 4th floor, Saturdays at 3pm. The program will teach students the basics of playing the violin and reading music.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Regarding Music: Explorations in Music Appreciation

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen, Adult
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Expand your music listening skills with this, the latest offering of Bill's Music Classes.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Beginning Guitar Class

4:00pm - 5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Interested in learning to play the guitar? Dust that guitar in the corner off and let's play some songs. You'll learn basic chords and strumming patterns, as well as a bit of music theory in the process.