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We're sorry, this content isn't available in your preferred language.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.
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.
The Lifeline program is a federal program that provides discounted or free phone service to eligible low-income consumers
What you need:
-Unexpired Government ID
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.
The first and third Thursday each month we do a craft specifically for our smallest library patrons!
The seasons are changing and cold weather is on its way. To get ready for it we're using paper to design our own winter hats!
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
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
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
Stories, songs and rhymes in English AND Spanish to prepare your child to learn to read!
Suggested ages: 3 years and younger
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
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, Fridays & Saturdays, by appointment only. Fridays are bilingual.
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.
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. If you don't have a mat, we've got one for you.
Register for email reminders and updates.
Free citizenship preparation classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Need help formatting a document? Using your new phone or eReader? Setting up and sending an email? Want to know how your home computer works, or how to protect your personal information while online?
Calling all knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, sewing and fiber arts enthusiasts! Bring your projects and materials for a "chill" morning with other fiber craft artists while we watch a movie. All skill levels are welcome!
One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.
Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!
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.
Come sit and knit with us at this weekly craft meet-up for adults.
Don't know how? Knot a problem! Needles, yarn and help are all provided for beginners who want to learn.
Connecting the community with job resources in the Vickery Park area.
Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!
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.
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.
Looking for assistance setting up your resume? Unfamiliar with using a computer or want help setting up an email account? Unsure how to apply for a job online? Schedule a One-on-One Career Launchpad session with one of our staff members.
It's adventure time!
Afterschool Supersnack / Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición
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 Snacks -- 9/3/2024 through 05/23/2024, M-F
Reduce! Reuse! Recycle! Community members in the neighborhood have donated their used wine corks for our children to make a variety of different animals.
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 Super Snack (Supermerienda extraescolar)
Refuel afterschool 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/ Supermerienda extraescolar
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.
Welcome to chess, a game played by millions of people worldwide!
The rules seem complicated, but kids just like you learn how to play all the time.
Come on in, and let's learn the rules of chess!
Winter is hear and that means we need waterproof winter boots! Learn which materials work best to keep our paper boot dry in this science-focused STEM activity.
Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar
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
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
Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Build and decorate a craft gingerbread house and learn about the interesting history of gingerbread houses to celebrate this holiday season!
Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar
Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.
If you need help with figuring out how to study, learning how to take notes, or just want to get a bit of extra math practice in, then come join us on the 2nd Floor at the Youth Discovery Center for free tutoring.
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 and watch a short adventure with every kids favorite enchanted snowman.
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.
Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición
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.
Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar
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.
Enjoy playing the Nintendo Switch with new friends!
Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!
Do you play chess? Are you interested in learning to play chess?
Visit the Lancaster Kiest branch to celebrate the holiday season by creating your own one of a kind holiday ornament.
In this Frosty program, kids will combine science and creativity to explore the magic of making a fluffy, snow inspired concoction that they can play with and enjoy!
Participants can bring own projects or use supplies library has to create something. |
Hang out and play some of your favorite Switch games.
Movie Mingle is an evening where film lovers gather to enjoy a great movie and lively conversation. Watch, relax, and connect with fellow cinephiles in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
Join us each month as we read a book and do a craft based on the book we read. This is geared towards kindergarten through 2nd graders.
December's Book: Olive, The Other Reindeer by J. Otto Seibold
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.
Visit the Prairie Creek branch on the first Thursday of each month for a different screening of a family friendly movie!
Take advantage of this quiet, kid-free place to take the time to wrap and organize gifts for the holiday season.
Library will provide scissors, tape, and some paper. Customers are welcome to bring their own supplies as well.
Skyline Cinema Presents: It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
Join us for a movin' and groovin' storytime to help your little one practice skills needed to read and communicate!
Learn new skills just in time for the holidays in this two part series exploring recipes from a certified chef and expand your taste buds too! (Or just come for the free samples!)
Registration Required.
Do you like reading books from a variety of genres? Want to start digging a little deeper into the books you read?
Are you or a loved one approaching Medicare eligibility?
Ever wonder what it was like for Rembrandt or Picasso as they were working with a brush? Do you ever have the urge to get a paintbrush and a canvas and start painting? Well, this program is just for you!
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.
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.
Holiday Greeting Cards for Adults / Tarjetas de felicitación navideñas para adultos
Let's get ready for the holidays with beautiful, personalized greeting cards! This is your chance to unwind and explore the art of crafting a holiday greeting card.
Lakewood Library welcomes Master Gardener Stephanie Smith presenting on Growing African Violets. Growing African violets is not as hard as you might think. Learn to grow these spectacular plants in a windowsill or under a grow light.
Sometimes the best part of gift giving is the presentation. But do you struggle to wrap your gifts in a way you find polished and pretty? This gift-wrapping workshop will walk you through a basic seamless wrap and a couple of bow styles.
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.
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.