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

DIY Make and Take Home

All Day
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - In Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Need a place to go on a Saturday and have fun with your Kid. Arcadia Park Branch Library is the place for you. Every Saturday there is a new craft available to make and take with you.

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

Explore East Asia: Chinese Folktale & Craft

10:00am - 11:00am
Family, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Creative Learning Room
Age Group: Family, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Explore the wonders of East Asia at the Vickery Park Branch Library!

at 10 a.m. Ms. Jessica will lead a craft where the kids can make their own Monkey King puppet.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Cancelled

Loom Knitting / Telar Circular

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

Weekly gathering to share patterns, projects, and socialize.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Quilting Basics

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Join us at the library as we go over some quilting basics. Using a sewing machine you will piece together a simple placemat sized quilt top! You can take it home and use it to make something larger, or simply turn it into a placemat.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English as a Second Language

Classes are every Saturday after the 9th. 

Curso de Ingles como Segundo Idioma

Las clases son todos los Sábados después del día 9 de Abril
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.
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.
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Explore Asia: East Asia

10:00am - 1:00pm
Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - In Library
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

 

Explore Asia! 

Each Saturday in May we will travel to a different region in Asia learning about its culture and its people through stories, activities, and dance.

 

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

K-Pop Dance Workshop

10:30am - 11:30am
Teen, Adult
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

K-Pop dance workshop for Teens and Adults Love K-Pop? Do you dance around the living room to Super Junior, BTS, Blackpink, or Lisa? Have you ever wanted to learn how to dance like your favorite K-Pop idol?

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Medicare 101

10:30am - 11:30am
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Required
Seats Remaining: 49
Event Details:

Medicare can be complex and confusing.

Learn how to navigate the Medicare waters like a pro!

This program focuses on the 4 Parts of Medicare including eligibility, the 3 enrollment periods including late enrollment penalti

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Dallas Young Makers

10:30am - 2:30pm
Teen
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Seed Library (6th Floor)
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

The Dallas Young Makers Club (DYM) is a nonprofit community educational organization based in Dallas, Texas committed to helping students age 8-18 expand their minds and skills by creating things instead of just buying things.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.
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.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Explore Asia: Saturdays in May

10:30am - 3:00pm
Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

 

 

Explore Asia! 

Saturdays in May are where we are traveling around Asia, as we explore different regions throughout Asia! 

 

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:

Need help with computers? The library has you covered.

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.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Senior Social Hour

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Study Room B
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Adults, visit the Pleasant Grove Branch, Saturday, May 14th from 11 - noon for an hour of socializing with your friends and new faces around some free warm drinks and snacks. All refreshments provided!

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

African American Movie Series

11:00am - 1:00pm
Teen, Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Lisa Kilolo Todd Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 57
Event Details:

Join us for an African American film viewing series! These films will be rated PG-13 and recommended to those above the age of 13.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Patent and Trademark Q&A

11:00am - 1:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Conference Room 1 (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Have an product or invention you would like to get a trademark for? Do you have idea for an invention? Learn more about how intellectual property rights protect your product or invention. Register to speak with John G.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.
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.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Explore East Asia: Lion Dance Performance

11:30am - 12:30pm
Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Explore the wonders of East Asia at the Vickery Park Branch Library!

LION DANCE!

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

Library Out Loud: Arts and Crafts from Latin America

12:00pm - 1:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11)
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

We will be learning about different folk arts and creating instruments, crafts and art that reflect the vast array of Latin American cultures.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Senior Knitting Club

12:00pm - 5:30pm
Seniors
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Español
Event Details:
 

Pase por Bachman Lake Branch Library los Sabados por la tarde si le gusta tejer o hacer ganchillo.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Wind down at the library with a peaceful coloring hour filled with relaxing meditation music. Take an adult coloring book with you to continue the fun at home! All materials provided.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Bachman Lake Bike Repair

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Family
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Civic Engagement
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Haus of Henna

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult
Required
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - In Library
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month! Come celebrate by having henna done by Haus of Henna!

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

Sew and Tell \ Coser y Contar

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Dallas Lace Society

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Society weekly meeting open to newcomers. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Plant Swap

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Adult
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Lobby
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

We're having a Plant Swap at Bachman Lake Library! Adopt a free house plant, share cuttings, or drop off any plants you no longer want. We will have a table set up inside the lobby.

This is a come and go event. 

This event is in the "Family" group.
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 - 2:45pm
Family, 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: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
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 class, but can join at any time.  

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

Crafternoon: Shadow Puppets (Wayang)

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

Celebrate Asian-American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with todays crafternoon craft of Shadow Puppets! 

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

Senior Social Hour

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult, Seniors
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Adults, visit the Kleberg Rylie Branch May 14,  from 2 - 3pm for an hour of socializing with your friends and new faces around some free warm drinks and snacks. All refreshments provided!

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen Bubble Tea Time

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Teens! Do you love Bubble Tea?

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

Intermediate Watercolor Painting

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen, Adult
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
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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 "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

My Artistic Self

2:00pm - 3:45pm
Adult, Seniors
Required
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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Relax and find your inner artist as you learn the basics to acrylic painting. Limited to 15 adults. Registration required.

 

Sponsored by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library.  

 

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

Bare Bones Shakespeare Acting Workshop

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen, Adult
Required
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 89
Event Details:
Why "Bare Bones" Shakespeare?
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
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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: 9
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 "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Hooks and Needles Club (Crochet and Knitting)

3:00pm - 4:00pm
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 Saturday from 3 to 4 p.m.!

Work on personal crochet or knitting projects while meeting others who have a passion for creating!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Reading Divas Book Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult
Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

Are you an Urban Fiction reader?

This month we will be reading-

Let Love have the Last Word by Common

Description:

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.

Central Chess Club

3:00pm - 5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult
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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:

Come and join our chess club to practice, learn, and sharpen your chess skill in a friendly environment. All skill levels welcome! Learn to play - no experience necessary! Happens every second and fourth Saturday from 3:00 to 5:00 PM.

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
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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: 10
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.

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

Dallas Song Writing Workshop

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teen, Adult
Required
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:
Have you ever wanted to make your own music? Don't miss this opportunity to let out your creativity and have your composition performed by professional musicians.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Design Your Own Comic

4:00pm - 5:30pm
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Required
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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Learn how to make your own comic from a professional illustrator! We will provide all the supplies and tools, just bring your comic ideas and we will bring them to life! 

Recommended age for this program is 8-12.