Senior Coffee Club

9:00am–10:00am
Registration Required
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Online Programs
Program Type:
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Taking the time to cultivate and maintain relationships has become more important than ever. Senior Coffee Club meets every Thursday morning at 9 a.m.

Study Hall

9:30am–7:45pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

Enjoy quiet study hours with others in our classroom! 

Computer Help

10:00am–11:00am
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.

 

 

Earth Day Every Day! Holiday Recycling

10:00am–11:00am
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Event Details:

Join us in person at the Central library on the last Thursday of every month from 10:00am - 11:00am a different educational topic related to Earth Science.

Dallas Young Makers Club!

10:00am–2:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Technology
Event Details:

Join us every 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month from 10:30am to 2:30pm for a come & go makers series presented by the Dallas Young Makers Club!

Learn how to:

Bilingual Storytime

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

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

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español/ingles 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

Bilingual Toddler Storytime

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

Stories, songs and rhymes in English AND Spanish to prepare your child to learn to read!

Suggested ages: 3 years and younger

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español/ingles para niños que quieren leer!

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

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

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

11:00am–11:30am
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

Resume and Job Searching Assistance

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

A one-on-one session that focuses on

- creating a new resume

- updating an outdated resume

- using job search engines, databases , networking sites and other job seeker resources

 

Career Launch Pad : Computer Basics

11:00am–1:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Event Details:

Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance, help with resumes, and job applications.

Dallasite Yogis

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom D (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
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Free yoga class, all levels welcome!

Bring a yoga mat and wear flexible clothing.

Cancelled

Clase de Internet Intermedio; Intermediate Internet Class (Spanish)

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

This class will be an intermediate computer class that deals with more critical thinking of computer applications and hardware.

Afternoon LEGOs

1:30pm–3:00pm
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:

Take a break from the holiday chaos- come build with us!

Use your imagination to create something unique out of LEGOs!

All LEGOs provided.

Career Launch Pad

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer and want help creating an email? Then schedule for a 1 Hour One-on-One Career Launch Pad training session with one of our staff members.

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:

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

 

"Break the Ice" Dry Ice Show

2:00pm–3:30pm
Family
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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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This classic science/storytelling show gets a frozen twist! In this fun adventure story, our heroes must use science to stop an icy villain who’s trying to make it winter forever!

One On One with JP - Computer Assistance

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

JP helps with computer related basics for those who need individual help.

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.

 

 

Kwanzaa Story Time and Craft

3:00pm–4:30pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff 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

Kwanzaa Storytime & Craft

Afterschool Supersnack / Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición

3:15pm–3:45pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Crafternoon: Snow Globe Spectacular

3:15pm–4:15pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Crafternoons every Thursday at the Audelia Road Branch Library!    

Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición

3:30pm–4:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm–4:15pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Study Room A
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición

After School STEM: Snowflakes

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Engineer your own 3D snowflake by making a replica out of sticks

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Afterschool Supersnack/ Supermerienda extraescolar

3:30pm–4:30pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Winter break Snack

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Refuel with a free nutritious super snack for ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV. 

Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición

3:45pm–4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Lego Challenge

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

Join us the 4th Thursday of every month for a themed Lego challenge where we will listen to an introductory story and watch a Lego movie while you create. 

Work solo or in a team and flex your imagination and creation skills!

Crochet Mats for the Homeless

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Lawrence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Do you enjoy crocheting or would love to learn how to crochet? Experience crocheting grocery bags into mats for the homeless. All supplies are provided.

Game Day!

4:00pm–6:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Calling all gamers!

Creative Launchpad: Technology 1x1 Help

4:00pm–7:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

Get help with your tech items, such as your phone, tablet, or computer with a 1x1 session with staff.
We're here to help! 

 

You must register with staff for a spot. 

Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición

4:30pm–5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Refuel with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

New Years Crafts!

4:30pm–5:15pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Celebrate the coming New Years with celebratory crafts!

¡Celebra la llegada del Año Nuevo con manualidades festivas!

Daring Darts

4:30pm–5:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Learn how to play and score a game of darts (using hacky sacks) on a giant dartboard! 

Inspired by a program from Bedtime Math's Crazy 8s Club.

You will get to keep your hacky sack to continue the fun at home.

New Year New Vision Board

4:30pm–5:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

You're never too young to create a vision board for the New Year!

Plan out your hopes, dreams, and goals for 2024!

Kwanza Snowflakes

5:00pm–6:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature,
Event Details:

Celebrate one of Kwanzaa’s Seven Principles: ‘Creativity’ by personalizing your own snowflake ornament with markers, paint, glitter, and more!

Cancelled

Family Movie Time!

5:00pm–7:00pm
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:

Visit the Prairie Creek branch afterschool every Thursday night at 5:00pm for a different screening of a family friendly movie!

 

 

 

Hot Chocolate & Movie

5:15pm–5:45pm
Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom B
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Sit, relax, and watch a holiday short film with a cozy chocolatey drink.

Beginning Sewing: Goldfish Cracker Throw Pillows

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discover the joy of sewing in our beginner's sewing class! In this introductory workshop for adults, you'll learn the basics of sewing while creating a delightful goldfish cracker-shaped throw pillow.

Painting (Without A Brush)

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create your very own work of art in a painting workshop. There is just one catch: no brush!

White Rock Hills Book Club - The Vaster Wilds

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

The Vaster Wilds by Lauren Groff