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*

🎨Unleash your child's imagination🎨

On the 3rd Tuesday of the month, bring your little one for a hands-on activity geared towards a new theme. All supplies provided. 

English Language Learning 

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.

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! 

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.

We will have a Voter Registration Deputy here to answer questions and assist with voter registration. 

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

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. 

Katy from Lark and Evergreen is here to do yoga for Preschoolers.

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*

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

Enjoy story time as we sing nursery rhymes and read stories.  This is a great place to start your toddlers journey to early literacy.

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.

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

Want to learn more about fighting diabetes or preventing it?  Visit the Lancaster Kiest branch for Parkland Hospitals Health Class.

Are you curious about the spices and seasonings commonly used in the kitchen? Do you want to learn more?

Please join us to discover more about Black Cardamom, get a recipe to try at home and a sample of the spice to use for the recipe.

English Language Learning 

You are invited to attend free GED preparation classes at Dallas Public Library. Registration is available in class, and no ID is required.

English Language Learning  

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!

English Language Learning  

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.

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!

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

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.

Practice speaking English in our fun and casual conversation group!

¡Practica hablar inglés en nuestro divertido e informal grupo de conversación!

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

Clase de conversación en 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 English conversation classes offered by Dallas Public Library. No identification or library card is required. All are welcome to join. Register in class. 

Every month, we will be exploring different media and techniques to make art!

Please note this art workshop will employ blunt sewing needles and thread.

Supplies purchased by the Lakewood Library Friends.

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.

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:15 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

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.

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:00 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served. 

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:00 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

Join us every Tuesday and Thursday for board games, card games, and everything in between! Pick up your afterschool snack and come on into the Blue room for some competitive fun! 

Welcome to the Afterschool Club! Designed for kids 6 through 11 (though littles are welcomed too). The third week of every month, it's time for Kid's Book Club!

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

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 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.

Refuel after school 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.

Join us for Storybook Stretch! School age children will be guided through a series of stretch poses while enjoying a story to go along with them. Reading will be an exciting adventure with movement and imagination! 

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.

Learn about sequencing, estimation, control and problem-solving as you develop a path to early cyber knowledge through the use of a Sphero Indi, a Bee Bot, a Space Rover and more.

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!

Get ready to harness the power of the sun and let your creativity shine! Join the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas at the library for a hands-on solar art experience.

Visit the Prairie Creek branch every week after school on Tuesdays from 4:00pm to 5:00pm for a fun filled Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, or Math activity!

Make your own colorful paper banner in this fun craft celebrating Mexican tradition! We’ll use bright tissue paper to cut cool shapes and patterns—just like the ones seen at fiestas and Día de los Muertos.

Explore a different biome each session through a brief reading and visual examples, then create your own biome scene inside a jar using art materials. This hands-on program blends creativity and environmental education.

Come discover the life of Agatha Christie, the most famous crime writer of all time. When Agatha was young, she read books every night but always had her own idea for how they should end!

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.

Come have fun and get creative with some fun after-school crafts while getting to make new friends. 

All materials will be provided and you can take home your creations!

Join us for our Fall After school STEAM Program! On the Third Tuesday from 4:30-5:30 each month, we will learn about science and art and make some fun projects! 

September 16th 2025 - Outer Space Hanging Ornaments

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!

Checkmate!

Sharpen your mind and challenge friends at our weekly Chess Club.

Whether you're a beginner or a pro, there's a spot for you!

Calling all adventurers! Grab your dice and bring a character sheet to the Youth Discovery Center for Dungeons and Dragons! Open to children and teens; children under 12 will need to bring a parent to their first session.

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!

Try out a variety of unique and engaging board games while making new friends!

Recreate your favorite scenes as you watch them in our new Paint and Watch Series!

Now Playing: John Tucker Must Die (2006)

• Free Citizenship preparation classes.
• Pre-registration required.
• Register by scanning the QR code and filling out the form or email edu@lohimmigration.org

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. 

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

Looking for a relaxed, friendly place to practice English?

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. 

Say hola to a new skill! This series offers a fun and practical way to dive into conversational Spanish.

Is Duolingo not cutting it anymore? Try our in-person Spanish class!

This program is sponsored by the White Rock Hills Library Friends.

The Renner Frankford Library Book Club meets on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:45 - 8:00 pm, except during major holidays.