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
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
*All Storytime's in a week are the same*
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.
Students will learn culturally responsive arts education grounded in Hip-Hop with an emphasis on personal and community storytelling.
- Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
- Clases de inglés gratis. Todos son bienvenidos. Sin tarjeta de biblioteca o identificación. requerido.
This is a FREE 12-week program for children 0-3 years old and their parents. The weekly in-person sessions encourage learning through play, provide strategies for positive parenting, and promote children's development.
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.
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!
Inspired Aging Workshop Series presents "That's Sew Creative." Two beginner sewing workshops with an emphasis on hands-on learning, empowering individuals with valuable sewing skills and fostering creativity, w
Trained VITA VOLUNTEER tax filers will be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits. Remember to bring all of your important tax documents including any W-2s.
Learn the basics of computer formatting from typing, accessing the web, and learning general computer software and more.
Stories, songs and rhymes to get ready to read! Suggested ages: 6 years old and under
¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español y Ingles para niños que quieren leer! Para edades de 6 años y menor
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.
Sponsored by Atmos Energy.
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
*All Storytime's in a week are the same*
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
Get ready for kindergarten with books, movement, rhymes and music.
Suggested ages: 3 - 6
Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn!
Suggested Ages: 18 months - 5 years old.
Enjoy an inviting space where you and your child can learn, play, and socialize with others in the community every Tuesday. Listen to stories, move to the music, and have fun!
Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old.
Stories, songs and rhymes 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.
CARDBoard Project is here to help connect you to job search assistance, housing resources, access to essentials, and more.
Stop by for a one-on-one session to help you meet your needs every Tuesday on the 6th floor.
Kids are invited to come to the library for a specialized reading time. They can get to know new friends, earn reading time and activity time for SMART summer reading, and even do a craft or two. Don't miss out on the summer fun!
Technology is a quickly changing landscape. Schedule a one-hour appointment for one-on-one assistance with basic technology problems and instruction.
Join our monthly scavenger hunt at the library! New clues and hidden treasures every month come explore, solve, and win fun prizes. Don’t miss out on the adventure!
Time to get colorful! In Color Science, kids will learn how colors mix and react with each other as they create stunning squeegee art paintings. Watch as colors swirl, blend, and transform before your eyes.
Stitch together a bright and cheerful sun! Use a paper plate and yarn to create a simple sewing craft that shines.
Have you ever wished your drawings would come alive and the stick figures or objects on your paper could move around? What sounds impossible actually is not! In this activity, you will make your drawing move around by letting it float on water.
Curious about the intricacies of lacemaking? Stop by the Forest Green branch library for the Dallas Lace Society Lacemaker's Society weekly meeting. Newcomers are absolutely welcome!
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious lunch for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.
Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para Niños
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para niños
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para niños
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
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?
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!
Take advantage of the library’s Career Launch Pad service! Book a one-on-one session with a library staff person to help you with your job search.
This Beginner Job Skills Class is a foundational course designed to help participants develop the essential skills needed to thrive the workforce.
Join us for movie time at the Lancaster Kiest branch
Summer painting and visual arts class for participants of all ages
Enjoy making art and engaging in hands-on science activities, fostering imagination and curiosity in a fun and interactive environment. Paint a sunset landscape with guided instructions similar to Bob Ross.
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.
Facilitated by the Perot Museum, the TECH Truck staff will bring supplies and materials for hands-on learning focused on Tinkering, Engineering, Creating and Hacking (TECH) for students during the summer.
Celebrate the friendships you have made this summer by making your own friendship bracelets and keychains!
All supplies provided! Take home your mementos!
Free GED preparation classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class.
Looking to play Mahjong in a relaxed, friendly environment? We're a club that meets Tuesdays and Fridays to socialize and play games of a beginner-friendly Chinese version of mahjong with optional scoring.
🎲Your adventuring party awaits! 🐉
We have a Summer Campaign just for those 10 & up.
Explore musical instruments with this hands-on experience. We will carefully handle the instruments and get an up-close view of what it might be like to play one.
Big thank you to the Plano Symphony Orchestra!
Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library!
(Crochet...if you must...)
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!
Share your creativity as we get crafty every Tuesday afternoon!
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.
Get your hands messy and unleash your creativity in this fun clay crafting session! Kids will learn the traditional pinch pot technique to shape and design their very own air-dry clay bowls.
Practice speaking English in our fun and casual conversation group!
¡Practica hablar inglés en nuestro divertido e informal grupo de conversación!
Get ready for a rollercoaster of fun and engineering!
Dive into the World of Sharks with Sharks4Kids! 🦈📚
Various Crafts for Kids
This workshop will feature Laura Kaiser an Attorney Advisor, and Kate Moran a Law Clerk; both from the U. S. Copyright Office to discuss the basic information for filing your copyright.
Experience the joy of crocheting techniques, styles, and practices while learning the basics of how to crochet.
Materias needed for class:
Sewing Tread
Quilting Thread
Quilting Pins
Drawn Pattern
Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Refuel during the summer with a free nutritious snack for ages 1-18. Meals are provided by the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.
Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de Verano para niños
Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de Verano para niños
Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Have you ever wanted to learn chess? Learn how to maneuver pawns and take the enemy's queen. Become a brave knight or a clever bishop. Don't miss out on the fun and learn how to checkmate your opponents.
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!
Sessions aim to include a ‘question of the day’ that holds cultural/educational relevance to the activities of the day.
Have you ever wanted to write your own book? Create your own literary masterpiece? With the assistance of YDC staff, you can write, design and complete your very own book to take home with you. What kind of book will you create?
Get ready to level up your creativity with the basics of cosplaying in this two-part series!
Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de Verano para niños
Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para niños
Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.
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!
It's the perfect blend of simple strategy and social interaction! Learn how to play Chinese Mahjong and develop the skills and know-how to master the game, every week! Don't know a thing about the game? No problem!
Learn about the intricacies of jewelry-making from an industry professional!
Come and join the Stich Club and work on your crochet and knit projects! Whether you're a seasoned pro or a complete beginner, our group offers hands-on guidance, project ideas, and a chance to connect with fellow knitters and crocheters!
Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup. This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels.
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.
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.
Ready to put your detective skills to the test? Step into the world of mystery and suspense with the thrilling game "Hunt a Killer"!
Is Duolingo not cutting it anymore? Try our in-person Spanish class!
This program is sponsored by the White Rock Hills Library Friends.