This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Is this our hardest scavenger hunt yet? You decide! Come in anytime during open hours to find all the different LOVE's hiding around the library. Find all 16 for a prize!

This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Preschool Playtime

10:00am - 11:00am
Required
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy
Required
Seats Remaining: 70
Event Details:

Lakewood invites all Preschoolers to play games, interact with STEM activities, and complete crafts. We have a set board game library for our Preschoolers then, we have add-on activities to keep things lively. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Calling all knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, sewing and fiber arts enthusiasts!   Bring your projects and materials for a morning "in stitches" with other fiber craft artists.  All skill levels are welcome! 

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

Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join us at the Lancaster Kiest branch every Tuesday from 10:30-11:30 AM for Storytime!

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

UFO Blast!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Required
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Aliens are on the run! Create your own paper airplane launcher and try to pop as many balloons as you can to capture the aliens. Explore potential and kinetic energy while creating the perfect airplane.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Diamond Painting Coasters

11:00am - 1:00pm
Required
Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - In Library
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

Celebrate summer with some fun colorful coasters- they sparkle like diamonds!

Program is free and all supplies are provided.

Supplies are limited.

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

American Mahjong

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
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.

 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Visit Prairie Creek Library every Tuesday for our SMART Summer program series! Explore the worlds of science, math, art, reading, and technology through engaging activities, experiments, crafts, and performances.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Children's Center Craft Area (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Read and discuss 'Special Delivery' by Philip C. Stead, then do some cool activities from the book.

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

Crochet for Beginners

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Lawrence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Experiece the joy of crocheting techniques, styles, and practices while learning the basics of how to crochet.

All supplies will be provided.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.
Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Join us for two hours of relaxed socializing, where you can come and go as you please. Indulge in a cup of freshly brewed coffee and connect with friends old and new.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Knit Wits

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library!

(Crochet...if you must...)

 

 

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

This crafternoon we will be making plastic cup whales. Kids will create their very own ocean friend with a cups, pipe cleaners, and of course, googly eyes!

This event is in the "Teen" group.
Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Explore the art of watercolor painting as we create stunning Polaroid-inspired masterpieces. Dive into a world of color and creativity this Teen Tuesday!

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

Interested in playing DnD? Whether you're a brand new player or a seasoned adventurer, you're welcome at our table. All equipment (including character sheets) are provided, or you can bring your own! 

 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. Great for ages 8 - 18. For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.

This event is in the "Family" group.
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Ignite your child’s imagination with an unforgettable adventure! Join Professor Pathfinder on a magical safari to hunt for a lion and meet a variety of animals along the way.

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

Instant Boba Tea Workshop

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Required
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join our Instant Boba Tea Workshop for a flavorful experience! With our step-by-step guidance, you will learn to prepare delicious boba tea quickly and easily.

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

Kid's Acting Workshop

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Participants will exercise skills such as listening, reasoning, communication, and physicality in order to heighten their imagination, ability to react and to relate to one and other.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Español, Featured
Event Details:

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup. This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom G (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Enjoy an adult craft and learn healthy recipes to pamper yourself using items you may already have in your kitchen!

Featuring:

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Pride Book Club: Mad Honey

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Required
Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Welcome to the Pride Book Club, where we celebrate diversity, inclusivity, and the vibrant spectrum of LGBTQ+ literature! Join us for engaging discussions, thought-provoking reads, and a welcoming space for all.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Spanish Class at White Rock Hills

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 97
Event Details:

¡Hola!

Learn Spanish by focusing on a variety of topics such as grammar, culture, customs and current events in the Spanish speaking world! 

This event is in the "Adult" group.
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. . For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.