2025 Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

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

Bookmark Crafting Station

All Day
Family
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Children's Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Design your own bookmark to take home. Let your imagination run wild as you create colorful, one-of-a-kind designs to mark your reading adventures! Don't forget to sign your name on the participation sheet so we know when to restock.

Voter Registration Drive with Jolt Initiative

9:00am–12:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Vital Statistics Waiting Area (1st floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

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

Play With Me

9:00am–1:00pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

This is a 12-week program for children 0-3 years old and their parents.

Skillman Southwestern Library Friends Book Sale!

9:00am–4:45pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

It's time for the Skillman Southwestern Library Friends' Book Sale!

Baby Basics Storytime

9:30am–10:15am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

For babies and their caregivers, learn simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants.

Suggested ages: 0-18 months

 

Career Launch Pad

10:00am–11:00am
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

 

Center for Brain Health

10:00am–11:30am
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Español, Seniors
Event Details:

The Center for Brain Health at the University of Texas of Dallas is bringing the science of brain health to our community. 

Come and enjoy these educational and fun seminars focused on sleep science, memory, and mental health. 

One-on-One Computer Help

10:00am–12:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get computer, tech and career help at the library! During a one-on-one appointment, a staff member can assist you with: 

Career LaunchPad

10:00am–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Learn the basics of computer formatting from typing, accessing the web, and learning general computer software and more. 

Reservation

Carter Blood Drive

10:00am–4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Outdoor Area
Purpose of Meeting

During the summer months, the demand for blood donations remains constant, yet collections often decline due to school breaks and seasonal travel.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Early Literacy

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:15am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

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 Toddler Storytimes in a week are the same*

Chair Yoga

10:30am–11:30am
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Seniors
Event Details:

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!

Cancelled

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:30am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

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.

Booked - Computer Tutor

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

Technology is a quickly changing landscape. Schedule a one-hour appointment for one-on-one assistance with basic technology problems and instruction.  

Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para niños

11:30am–12:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Refuel with a free, nutritious meal provided by Equal Heart. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

 

Chinese Mahjong Club

11:30am–2:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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.

Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para niños

12:00pm–12:45pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Entryway
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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

12:00pm–12:45pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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

12:00pm–12:45pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

Career Launchpad/1 on 1 Tech Help

12:00pm–1:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Study Room B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Summer Lunch for Kids/Almuerzo de Verano para niños

12:00pm–1:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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

12:00pm–1:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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

12:00pm–1:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Lobby
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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

12:00pm–1:00pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

Hip-Hop Dance Class

1:00pm–2:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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!

One on One - Computer Assistance

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.

PURLS Fiber Arts Meet-up

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

🧶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.

SMART Summer Cinema! - The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie

1:00pm–3:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Porky and Daffy, the classic animated odd couple, turn into unlikely heroes when their antics at the local bubble gum factory uncover a secret alien mind control plot.

Career Launch Pad

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

Bartholomew and the Oobleck Storytime (Plus an activity!)

2:00pm–4:00pm
Family
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Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Lean the wonders of science with a storytime and craft!

Fiber Arts Workroom Open Office Hours!

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Need help on a project? Have a question about sewing machines? Want to hang out & craft with friends?

Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de Verano para niños

2:30pm–3:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Entryway
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

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

2:30pm–3:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Meeting Room B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

Cast On! Crochet Club

2:30pm–4:30pm
Adult (18+)
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Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Seniors
Event Details:

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.

Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de verano para niños

3:00pm–3:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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

3:00pm–3:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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

3:00pm–3:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Lobby
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

Guitar Class

3:00pm–3:45pm
Family
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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 Snack for Kids/Merienda de Verano para niños

3:30pm–4:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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

3:30pm–4:00pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - In Library
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

 

Anime Club

3:30pm–4:30pm
Teen (ages 13-17)
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Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Do you enjoy reading manga and watch anime?  If so come to the Lancaster-Kiest branch to read and watch your favorite manga and anime series!

Violin Class

4:00pm–4:45pm
Family
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Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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!