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Tax Assistance: Free Tax Help

All Day
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Study Room 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Community Tax Centers is a Foundation Communities program that returns millions of dollars to the local economy by helping families take better control of their finances.

Senior Coffee Club

9:00am–10:00am
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online Programs
Program Type:
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this era of social distancing, community connections between one another have become more important than ever.

English Language Class

10:00am–11:30am
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Conference Room
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Free English classes. Start anytime. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

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Health Care Navigators/Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance

10:00am–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Trained Health care navigators will assist you with selecting and enrolling in a health insurance program through the health insurance marketplace.  If you are preparing to enroll in a program, use the Marketplace checklist to collect the req

Bilingual Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Creative Learning Room
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under.

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español para niños que quieren leer! Para edades de 6 años y menor.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy,
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

Baby Day: Early Literacy with JBaby

10:30am–11:30am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: Bookmarks in NorthPark Center
Room: Bookmarks - In Library
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

J Baby programming focuses on nurturing relationships, creating friendships, strengthening the bond between parent and baby, and fosters NEW parents' growth, knowledge, and wellness. Get comfy, socialize, and learn with us!

Bilingual/Spanish Storytime (Hora de Cuentos)

10:30am–11:30am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Visit the Pleasant Grove branch every Thursday morning at 10:30 am for Bilingual/Spanish Storytime!

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under

Pre-K Craft - Finger Paint Trees

10:30am–11:30am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Join us the third Thursday each month for a craft specifically for our Pre-K crowd!

 

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
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

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
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.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
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

Computer Tutor

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
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.

Workforce Solutions

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Classroom
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Career & Training Services. Meet with a Workforce Team Member to discuss career and training opportunities geared towards gainful employment. Job skills enhancement may lead to increased wages and self-sufficiency.

English Language Class

11:00am–12:30pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Free English classes. Start anytime. All are welcome!

Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

English Language Class

11:00am–12:30pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Free English classes. Start anytime. All are welcome!

Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

GED Classes with the WIlkinson Center

11:00am–1:30pm
Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Free adult high school equivalency and career readiness preparation class with the Wilkinson Center.

Register here: http://cutt.ly/newclient

Health Insurance Enrollment Assistance / Asistencia de Inscripción en el Seguro de Salud

11:00am–2:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Registration Required
Event Details:

Trained Health Care Navigators will be available to assist you in selecting and enrolling in a health insurance program through the Health Insurance Marketplace.

Online Computer Class - Graphic Design

12:00pm–1:00pm
Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

This program is available through virtual format only.

 

Welcome to the Dallas Public Library's Online Computer Class. 

 

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Board Game Hangout

12:00pm–2:00pm
Family, Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library
Age Group: Family, Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Play board games with the staff, your friends or maybe someone new! We have a variety of board games like Uno, Scrabble, Chess, Jenga and much more. You can also bring your favorite games!

Keyboard Class

1:00pm–1:45pm
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: 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.

GED Class

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom C (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. You can register in class, and no ID is required. 

 

GED Class

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. You can register in class, and no ID is required. 

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GED Class

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. You can register in class, and no ID is required. 

GED Class

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. You can register in class, and no ID is required.

Guitar Class

2:00pm–2:45pm
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: 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.

Coffee and Conversation

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Community Exchange (1st Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement,
Event Details:

Join the H.E.L.P. Desk team and the Dallas Public Library for coffee, snacks, and a whole lot of conversation. Conversations range from informal discussions to topical discussions led by guests.

 

English Language Class- ATMOS Literacy Center

2:00pm–3:30pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Free English classes. Start anytime. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Lobby
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Yvette Riquelme from Workforce Solutions of Greater Dallas is here to showcase countless job opportunities, upcoming hiring events, trainings, job readiness workshops and more.

Mr. Bill’s Music Mayhem

2:00pm–5:45pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

2 p - 4 p - Open Session:  Guitar, Ukulele, Violin or Keyboards

Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library!

English Language Class- Atmos Literacy Center

2:30pm–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Free English classes. Start anytime. All are welcome!

Clases gratis de inglés - Comience en cualquier momento - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Computer Help

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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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
Registration Required
Event Details:

1 on 1 dedicated computer help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you with your computer skills, accessing social services, connectivity, job applications, creating a resume and more.

 

 

Mr. Bill’s Music Mayhem

4:00pm–4:45pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

4 p - 4:45 p Guitar or Keyboard

Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library!

Music and Rhythm Class

4:00pm–4:45pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a FREE music making class! In this class we will learn the basics of rhythm, one of the most important parts of music! We will play songs, fun  rhythm games, and learn some basic rhythm notation.

Diwali Crafts

4:00pm–5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Celebrate the festival of lights with some nifty crafts! This afternoon we will be making a tea light holder and a paper plate rangoli. 

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Tails and Tales: Read to Therapy Dogs

4:00pm–5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Therapy dogs are coming to the library! Grab a book and practice reading aloud with a therapeutic furry friend.

After School S.T.E.A.M.!

4:00pm–5:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

We're making slime at the library! D.I.Y. your own slime with Ms. Wendi. We have a limited number of colors available. A sealable jar will be provided for your child to take their slime home in. 

 

 

Cricut D-I-Y Trick or Treat Bags

4:00pm–6:30pm
Family
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Training Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Halloween is around the corner!

Bluebonnet Book Club

4:15pm–5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Study Room A
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, , Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bluebonnet Book Club is back! Meetings will be held the 3rd Thursday of each month through February. The 5 books to be read were chosen in August at the kick-off meeting.  

After School Craft: Hocus Pocus Potions

4:30pm–5:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Visit the Pleasant Grove branch every Thursday from 4:30 - 5:30pm for a different after school craft for kids!

Celebrate with Crafts

4:30pm–5:30pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on Thursdays at Lochwood Library to celebrate unique national holidays!

August 30th – September 3rd | Classical Music

September 6th – September 10th | National Pet Rock Day

It Takes Teamwork: Wellness Workshop

4:30pm–5:30pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room A&B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement,
Registration Required
Event Details:

Representatives from Parkland Hospital will present a series of four workshops on Healthy Living.  Steps you can take to improve your health and wellness.

Mr. Bill’s Music Mayhem

5:00pm–5:45pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

5:00 p - 5:45 pm - Violin or Keyboards

Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library!

Family Movie Time

5:00pm–6:45pm
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:

Join us every Thursday for our Movie Night. Everyone is welcome.

Mystery Book Club

5:45pm–7:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Do you love a good mystery?

Would you like to share your love of mysteries with others?

Join the Audelia Road Branch's Mystery Book Club which meets every 3rd Thursday of the month to discuss a predetermined book.

English Conversation Class/Inglés Conversacional

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Español
Event Details:

Una hora informal de Ingles conversational con un group amigable. 

El programa es gratis y abierto al público. No es necesario registrarse. Se recomiendan máscaras y el distanciamiento social. 

 

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Truett Area Crime Watch & Ferguson Road Initiative Meeting

6:00pm–7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

Basics class for members of the Truett Area Crime Watch