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
Step into a new routine—one stride at a time! This monthly walking club meets every first Saturday to explore the walking trail behind Mountain Creek Library, enjoy fresh air, and connect with fellow walkers.
Free adult high school equivalency and career readiness preparation class with the Wilkinson Center.
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.
English Language Learning
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!
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.
Join us every 1st and 3rd Saturday morning from 10 AM to 11 AM for Saturday Stitchery at the Library!
The Central Library hosts a creative writing club every first and third Saturday of the month!
We hope to build a supportive group that provides accountability, helps you stay motivated, and shares in the joys and woes of creative writing.
Grab your dice and bag of tricks and stop by the Forest Green Branch Library's biweekly Dungeons and Dragons event!
Are you having trouble in Math? Get FREE tutoring Saturdays 10am - 12pm from Intellichoice Math Tutors. Available for all students up to grade 12.
Are you having trouble in Math? Get FREE tutoring Saturdays 10am - 12pm from Intellichoice Math Tutors. Available for all students up to grade 12.
Sign up to receive free math tutoring! Intellichoice offers math tutoring beginning January 4, 2025.
Saturdays, 10:00am - 12:00 pm
Sign up to receive FREE math tutoring for grades K-12 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library.
Sometimes you just need to take a load off and play a game with friends. We will be exercising our brains and scrabbling together for the morning. We will have multiple boards available.
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.
Bilingual Spanish Storytime/ Hora de Cuento
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
Enjoy a music themed story read aloud to you with accompaniment by professional violinist Paige Kossuth!
Recommended for ages 2 to 12
Stories, songs and rhymes in English AND Spanish to prepare your child to learn to read!
Suggested ages: 5 years and younger
¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español y ingles para niños que quieren leer!
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
- 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.
Free K-12 math tutoring! IntelliChoice offers math tutoring every Saturday, 10:30a.m. to 12p.m. led by Dr. Gil Lee from the University of Texas. No appointment needed!
Ready to get hooked on creativity? Bring your current project or learn the basics of knitting and crocheting in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.
"Fish vs. Plastic" - A Girl Scout Gold Award Storytime
We are excited to welcome a member of our local Girl Scout troupe working to achieve a Gold Award!
Join us at the library for a relaxed and friendly language exchange! Adults can practice their English conversation skills through fun, casual chats. No textbooks, no tests just real talk with real people.
Join us at the library for a relaxed and friendly language exchange! Adults can practice their English conversation skills through fun, casual chats. No textbooks, no tests just real talk with real people.
Calling all Building Masters! Come and be inspired to build your own LEGO creation!
Putting It All Together: Making Sense of All the Research You’ve Done - Dallas Genealogical Society
Get better organized with your genealogy research! Get rid of all those extra papers and put it all together in a streamlined way that makes sense!
Come and paint some coasters with us. Use the coasters for your drink cups, and keep your tables clean! All Supplies will be provided. This is for ages 18+.
Join us for a day of family fun at the movies. This month we are showing Encanto!
Try not to wind up on the chopping block in this Chopped-style art challenge. Families will work in teams to use the materials in their boxes to create unique works of art in the time allotted.
Want your young girl to learn etiquette and table manners? Then come to Girl Power on The Move. We teach young girls etiquette and table manners.
FREE Summer Theater Program for people aged 18+ with special needs
SIGN UP NOW! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED!
Programa de Teatro de Primavera — GRATIS! para personas 18+ con necesidades especiales
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!
Step inside one of the nation’s top ten genealogy collections—and meet the experts who bring family history to life.
Do you have true crime podcasts playing in the background as you do chores? Do you immediately seek out true crime books at the library or a bookstore?
English Language Learning
Create memories as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Ofelia Faz-Garza. Create art with La MexMama to create photo frames or zines using recycled and repurposed materials. So gather your family for an afternoon of art and fun!
Explore different concepts each month with fellow novice artists as we learn, relax, create and have fun!
Ready to unwind, get creative, and learn something new? Discover the joy of crocheting in this uplifting beginner-friendly workshop led by Empowering Through The Arts!
Create your own piece of artwork while you learn the basics stitches of cross-stitch and complete a counted cross-stitch pattern.
Registration Required
The Free Digital Skills Training Program is an 8-week program focused on hands-on computer training, basic digital skills, resume building, and job coaching. The program also teaches practicing online safety and protecting personal information.
Bring the whole family for an epic day of gaming adventures and laughter at Family Game Day! From classic board games to modern favorites, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Kids, explore your creative side! Try out different types of art from sketching to painting. Each week we will explore different art tools and techniques.
Aug. 30 - Pencil
Sept. 6 - Pencil
Sept. 13 - Pencil/Acrylic
The Fretz Park Branch is honored to collaborate with Nova Pangea and Dallas Animal Services for this community event featuring adoptable dogs, books on pet care, open mic poetry, and performance by Nova Pangea!
Enjoy a movie afternoon with coloring pages for the kids!
September 6 - Pokemon
October 4 - Monsters, Inc.
November 1 - Minecraft
December 6 - Dogman
You are invited to an exciting experience!
Enjoy painting, friends, and a good time!
Registrants receive a painting kit at the Polk Wisdom Branch IN-PERSON at the program .
Supplies
1. 9 X 12 Canvas
Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!
Note: times, location, and films are subject to change.
Do you love chess and battling it out over the board? Or, maybe you never played before but want to learn how. Either way, mate, check out the Central Chess Club. It's every other Saturday at 1:00 PM on the 3rd floor.
Explore su lado creativo en nuestro club semanal de tejidos! Socialice, muestre sus proyectos, y reciba consejos. Apenas esta aprendiendo a tejer? No se preocupe—recibimos a tejedores de todos niveles de conocimiento.
Create a simple windchime for your home. All supplies will be provided. For Ages 18+
Crea un carillón de viento para tu hogar. Se proporcionarán todos los materiales. Para Edades 18+
The Constellation of Living Memorials invites you to participate in Circle of Life Art Exhibition.
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!
This educational program provided by Blackland Prairie Raptor Center, introduces children and adults to the world of raptors.
Get crafty while celebrating culture! Families are invited to a hands-on creative day filled with a fun, culturally inspired project that everyone can enjoy making together.
🔬🤖Discover and practice exciting scientific concepts 🧬🔭
Let's Move! Explore a wide variety of movement from Salsa to Zumba to Yoga and anything else while listening to music that will make you want to move! Be prepared to move, dance, and have fun!
Bring your little one to a fun, interactive music class where dancing, singing, and learning go hand in hand!
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 conversation classes offered by Dallas Public Library. No identification or library card is required. All are welcome to join. Register in class.