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 2025 calend
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
This is a 12-week program for children 0-3 years old and their parents.
For babies and their caregivers, learn simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants.
Suggested ages: 0-18 months
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.
Exchange stories and get to know your neighbors, fellow library patrons, and library staff over a cup of coffee and a breakfast pastry.
Artist Jesus Serrato will show the intricate art of Leatherworking in this fun, creative and hands-on program for Adults.
Get computer, tech and career help at the library! During a one-on-one appointment, a staff member can assist you with:
Get ready for a hands-on adventure at the library with our STEM-inspired stations, brought to you by the Perot Museum!
Learn the basics of computer formatting from typing, accessing the web, and learning general computer software and more.
Bilingual Storytime / Hora de cuentos
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 y ingles para niños que quieren leer!
Adventure through a variety of dynamic activities that promote physical movement, coordination, and communication skills.
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 to 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
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
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*
Explore healthy breathing and concentration exercises to energize your body and mind through Chair Yoga. Tailored for older adults, these classes are open to anyone who wants to experience transformation with a little more support!
Guide your toddler or preschooler through various fine motor and early literacy activities that will help prepare them for school.
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, but all are welcome.
Tiffany glass and lamps have long been admired for their intricacies and beauty. Today we are trying our hand at our own glass mosaics by making tea light holders.
Join us for an hour of fun as we color our stress away. We will provide the coloring sheets and supplies, but feel free to bring you own.
Technology is a quickly changing landscape. Schedule a one-hour appointment for one-on-one assistance with basic technology problems and instruction.
Engaging program combining stories, songs, and play-based activities to build toddlers’ early literacy, language, and social development skills.
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!
Sing, dance, play, and READ with us at the Highland Hills Library!
Practice the skills you need to be ready to read.
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.
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.
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.
Visit the Pleasant Grove Branch every Friday at 12:00 pm for 1 on 1 technology help! Learn basic computer and technology skills essential for today's world. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own laptops or mobile devices.
Attention all families! Join us for family fun featuring board games, card games, and more!
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Tired? Stressed? Anxious? We're here for you!
Reclaim your inner peace and recharge your inner joy as you practice yoga with Jarrett Chatman and meditation with Sahaja Yoga. All levels of experience are 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.
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.
Craft and create your own notebook!
Explore the art of soak-staining and discover the techniques of bookmaking with artist Abigail Rainey!
See evolution in action by learning all about animal adaptations featuring live animal ambassadors from the Heard Natural Science Museum.
Learn about circuits and design thinking as you construct a simple drawing robot using unusual materials. See if your bot can be the last one drawing as it competes in our special arena.
Jumpstart your job search with in-depth, one on one assistance from Library staff.
Get ready to move your body with our fabulous dance instructor, Simone Randle! She will be leading a summer class for kids on hip-hop dancing, right here at the Oak Lawn library!
Get out of the summer heat and into Mario's world! Come play Nintendo Switch games such as Mario Kart, Smash Bros, and Mario Party!
Summer painting and visual arts class for participants of all ages
Clase #3
Aretes con engarce sencillo
En este proyecto los participantes harán unos aretes tipo chandelier donde practicarán su técnica de engarce.
One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.
🧶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.
When Gary turns up missing, SpongeBob believes that his pet has been stolen. With the help of his pal Patrick, SpongeBob ventures to the Lost City of Atlantic City to rescue his pet.
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.
To wrap up Shark Week we are welcoming Michelle Eyrich of Sharks 4 Kids. She is the ultimate shark expert and will teach us all about shark biology, behavior, and conservation efforts with her interactive presentation.
Celebrate Christmas in July at the library with crafts and a family favorite Christmas movie!
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.
The Dallas Arboretum will be visiting Fretz Park to bring us one of their SMART Stops! Learn about the parts of a plant and their uses!
This program will be in English and Spanish!
Need help on a project? Have a question about sewing machines? Want to hang out & craft with friends?
Are you interested in learning how to play mahjong? Are you already a master looking for some new competition? All skill levels are welcome at our new Mahjong Club!
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.
Are you looking for a cozy and creative way to spend your time? Look no further! We invite seniors of all experience levels to join our warm and welcoming crochet group, meeting every other week at the library.
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.
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 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!
Create a sea creature using only egg cartons, pipe cleaners and markers!
Enjoy an afternoon of summer crafting fun as we explore how salt absorbs water and spreads color with this easy watercolor painting activity.
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.
Do you enjoy reading manga and watch anime? If so visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch to read and watch your favorite anime series!
Urban Nature Search
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!
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.