Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Outdoor Grassy Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement,
Event Details:

In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to residents of the City of Dallas throughout the remainder of 2024 calend

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Steps Towards Wellness: Healthy Living with Diabetes

9:30am - 10:30am
Adult (18+)
Required
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Lisa Kilolo Todd Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Learn healthy habits for diabetes, blood pressure and all parts of your life. Presented by Parkland Health.

English Language Learning

9:30am - 11:00am
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

  • Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

Computer Help

10:00am - 11:00am
Adult (18+)
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
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.

 

 

GED Class

10:00am - 11:30am
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Free GED classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

Solar Eclipse Chalk Walk

10:00am - 12:00pm
Family, Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Solar Eclipse Chalk Walk outdoor event 

Career LaunchPad

10:00am - 4:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Learn the basics of computer formatting from typing, accessing the web, and learning general computer software and more. 

Hora de Cuentos

10:30am - 11:30am
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

Toddler Storytime

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

Enjoy an inviting space where you and your child can learn, play, and socialize with others in the community every Monday. Listen to stories, move to the music, and have fun! 

Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old.

Chess Club

10:30am - 12:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Do you want to learn how to play chess?  Are you a chess enthusiast or looking for someone to play against? Then come check out Mountain Creek our Chess Club! Chess boards are provided.

The Moon Rocks! Eclipse STEM Craft

11:00am - 12:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Celebrate the Eclipse and all things Space by making Moon Rocks!

Free Tax Assistance/Asistencia de Impuestos Gratis

11:00am - 4:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

IRS Certified Preparers will be here to help with:

Free Tax Assistance/Asistencia de Impuestos Gratis

11:00am - 4:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

IRS Certified Preparers will be here to help with:

Erupting Moon Rocks

12:00pm - 1:00pm
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: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:
  1. Activity about the moon? Check!
  2. Kid activity involving science? Check!
  3. Safe fun? Check!

 

Exposure to: baking soda, vinegar, glitter, and food dye. 

Ad Hoc Eclipse Party

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

A group gathered near our flagpole and enjoyed the community and the eclipse glasses.

English Language Learning

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

  • Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

Picnic Under the Eclipse

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Family, Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Bring your own picnic and blanket to the park (right outside the library's doors) and have lunch under the eclipse. NASA's website shows that the partial eclipse over Dallas begins at 12:23 p.m. and reaches totality at 1:40 p.m.

Solar Eclipse Viewing

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Family, Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Family, Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Grab a pair of Eclipse glasses and head outside to the lawn to watch the Total Solar Eclipse with friends and neighbors!

Total Eclipse Viewing Party

12:00pm - 2:00pm
Family
Required
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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Lawn
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Get ready to witness a celestial masterpiece at our Total Eclipse Viewing Party on the library lawn! 🌞🌚🔭

Eclipse Viewing Party

12:00pm - 2:15pm
Family
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

The Moon is giving main character energy this week as we are all excitedly preparing to safely watch her pass in front of the Sun!

American Mahjong

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult (18+)
Required
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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
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!

 

Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.

 

Eclipse Viewing Party

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

View the eclipse and other celestial occurrences in this rare event. 

Eclipse Viewing Party

12:30pm - 2:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Mark your calendars for an unforgettable event as we come together to witness one of the most awe-inspiring natural phenomena—a total solar eclipse.

Eclipse Viewing Party

12:30pm - 3:30pm
Family
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Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Get ready for a celestial spectacle that will leave you in awe! Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime experience at the Spring 2024 Eclipse Viewing Party.

Eclipse Viewing Party

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

In celebration of the Eclipse we will be hosting a viewing party with safe solar telescopes and we will distribute 100 solar eclipse glasses. These glasses are sure to go fast so make sure you are on time to enjoy the fun! 

GED en español

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

Está invitado a asistir a clases gratuitas de preparación para el GED en español en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. El registro está disponible en clase y no se requiere identificación.

2024 Total Eclipse Viewing Party

1:15pm - 2:15pm
Adult (18+)
Required
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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Experience the awe of the April 2024 total eclipse at the Preston Royal branch! 

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Career Launch Pad

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adult (18+)
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
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.

Computer Help

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adult (18+)
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
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.

 

 

Solar Eclipse Crafts

3:00pm - 4:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Dive into the wonders of the cosmos with our Solar Eclipse Crafts program! Discover the science behind solar eclipses and celestial phenomena while unleashing your creativity.

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

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 - 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 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 - In Library
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.

Animals and the Eclipse

3:30pm - 4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Required
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 97
Event Details:

What happens when animals feel changes in the earth or weather patterns, do they act differently, do they feel it before we do?

Afterschool Snacks

4:00pm - 4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
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

Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

4:30pm - 5:00pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), 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.