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.
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.
Be ready for this election year and let your voice be heard. Representatives from Jolt are here to assist you in registering to vote. For more information about Jolt, visit jolttx.org
Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!
1 on 1 dedicated help with a staff member from the Dallas Public Library. We can help you fill out applications, update your resume and find out about local resources that can help you take the next step in your career.
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Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
monthly meeting
Digital Skills classes
Learn the basics of computer formatting from typing, accessing the web, and learning general computer software and more.
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.
J Nurture 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!
The first and third Thursday each month we do a craft specifically for our smallest library patrons!
Practice basic shapes as we create a fun raccoon friend!
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
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!
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
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
Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having.
Thursdays & Saturdays, by appointment only.
Get ready for a fun-filled adventure where tiny hands bring big ideas to life! Allow your little ones to express themselves with various arts and crafts activities where they will put their fine motor skills to work.
Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance, help with resumes, and job applications.
Educational Opportunity Center - Assistance with applying to college, financial aid, and more!
Meet the EOC, an organization that specializes in helping with applying to college, FAFSA and scholarship search, and more.
Free yoga class led by Jarrett Chatman - all levels welcome!
Bring a yoga mat and wear flexible clothing.
Free citizenship preparation classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Calling all treasure hunters! Thousands of donated books, CDs, movies, coffee table books & much more!
Cash, checks, credit cards, Venmo and Zelle accepted!
Classes are currently full. Registration for the series lasting from October-December 2024 will open in September. Please continue to check the website for updates. Thank you.
This class will be an intermediate computer class that deals with more critical thinking of computer applications and hardware.
The library is honored to host Printmaking With Plants with Mayra Martinez, a workshop for Seniors!
Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Clases de inglés gratuitas ofrecidas por la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas. No se requiere identificación ni tarjeta de la biblioteca. Todos son bienvenidos. Regístrese en clase
Free GED classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and take the next steps towards your educational and career goals? Our GED preparation classes are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to successfully obtain your GED certificate.
Free GED preparation classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Prism Health North Texas will be at Bachman Lake Branch on Thursdays twice a month to offer free same-day application assistance. If you would like to complete an application on site.
Classes are currently full. Registration for the series lasting from October-December 2024 will open in September. Please continue to check the website for updates. Thank you.
Want to socialize and relax with other adults at the library? Drop in for a social hour of coloring and music. All supplies are provided, although you are also welcome to bring your own.
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.
Life is busy and overwhelming.
The stress of day-to-day life builds and grows within us.
Appointment is required. Please click here :Schedule Appointment with Dallas Community Tax Centers to schedule an appointment in advance.
Free Services/Resources
Need help drafting a document? Setting up and sending an email? Want to know how your home computer works, or how to protect your personal information while online?
Celebrate Fall with this chalk pastel activity which creates a glowing shape against a black background.
This program is meant for school age children between the ages of 5 - 12 years old.
Kids will learn about resist art using white crayons and watercolors. They will learn how crayon can repel watercolor.
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.
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.
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.
Learn about money basics by working, saving, and spending in this children's educational activity.
Celebrate Freddie Mercury! Listen to some music, learn some Freddie Mercury facts and more!
How do magnets work? What kinds of metals do they attract?
Learn the differences between magnetic poles, magnetic metals, and what a magnetic field is all while seeing it happen in this hands-on STEM activity!
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.
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.
Classes are currently full. Registration for the series lasting from October-December 2024 will open in September. Please continue to check the website for updates. Thank you.
Designed for beginners and those looking to enhance their basic computer skills, this informative one on one tutoring provides a welcoming environment for individuals eager to navigate the digital landscape.
Join us for an afternoon of crafting fun.
Get a head start on your Dia De Los Muertos celebrations and create fun and unique matchbox caskets!
In this workshop, participants will be able to decorate a matchbox as a casket that could be added to an ofrenda or kept for themselves.
Calling all gamers!
Thursdays afterschool we explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun and creative projects!
Recommended for ages 6 to 11 years old.
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.
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.
Come have fun and get creative with some fun after-school STEAM crafts while getting to make new friends.
Today we will be making 3D Bee and Butterfly friends and learning more about their migration patterns!
Enjoy playing the Nintendo Switch with new friends!
Classes are currently full. Registration for the series lasting from October-December 2024 will open in September. Please continue to check the website for updates. Thank you.
Do you play chess? Are you interested in learning to play chess?
Ever wondered what is like to fly a drone here is your chance, visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch to fly drones inside the library.
Experiece the joy of crocheting techniques, styles, and practices while learning the basics of how to crochet.
All supplies will be provided.
Step into the halls of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry and experience the time-honored tradition of the Sorting Ceremony.
Design, build and test a system using a container that can withstand the weight of various objects, applying scientific and engineering principles to create a sturdy and innovative solution!
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.
FREE Summer Theater Program for people aged 18+ with special needs
Today will be Rehearsal with added theater lights!
SIGN UP NOW! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED!
Visit the Prairie Creek branch on the first Thursday of each month for a different screening of a family friendly movie!
Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons-
Skyline Cinema Presents: Roman Holiday (1953)
Join us for a movin' and groovin' storytime to help your little one practice skills needed to read and communicate!
Do you like reading books from a variety of genres? Want to start digging a little deeper into the books you read?
Weave your way into the vibrant world of Huichol art during this yarn art program for kids!
Experience the transformative power of sound bowl meditation led by a skilled presenter, renowned for guiding participants into deep relaxation and inner harmony.
Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class, and no ID is required.
You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at the Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class and no identification is required.
Free GED preparation classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and take the next steps towards your educational and career goals? Our GED preparation classes are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to successfully obtain your GED certificate.
Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and take the next steps towards your educational and career goals? Our GED preparation classes are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to successfully obtain your GED certificate.
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.
Learn practical hand sewing skills including blind stitching holes, blanket stitch and sewing on buttons and zippers. Test those skills as you complete the monthly project.
Registration Required.
In this acrylic painting workshop, you will learn about the impressionist painting style of Claude Monet, and try your own hand at creating an impressionist lily pond.
Attention all adventurers, puzzle enthusiasts, and lovers of immersive storytelling! Prepare to journey into a realm of mystery, intrigue, and excitement with Questscape, our brand-new tabletop RPG escape room series!
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.
Here we go reading again!
This is an adult book club with the aim of being open and accessible to everyone, and to read as many sci-fi & fantasy works from diverse authors as we can.