Taking the time to cultivate and maintain relationships has become more important than ever. Senior Coffee Club meets every Thursday morning at 9 a.m.

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.

Our notary has appointments available! Please make an appointment within a day/time listed below.

Appointments are available during these days/times. 
Wednesday 2-3:30 pm
Thursday  10-11:30 am
Friday 10-11:30 am

We are a non-profit organization that provides free digital skills classes to the community. We operate four computer labs across Dallas where individuals can access our devices, work, and receive assistance with their digital needs.

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

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

Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish/English to get ready to read!
Suggested ages: 6 years old and under.

¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español/ingles para niños que quieren leer!
Para edades de 6 años y menor.

The first and third Thursday each month we do a craft specifically for our smallest library patrons!

Use your fingers to fill paint your own special leaf.

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read! 

Hear stories, sing songs, jump around and learn.

Suggested ages: 16 months - 3 years

Visit the Pleasant Grove branch every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. for Bilingual Storytime!​

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

Meet other bluegrass musicians, learn new songs, and play together in a relaxed and supportive environment. Bluegrass musicians of all skill levels are invited to bring an instrument and join in. 

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

Every change in season comes with new challenges for pet owners in Dallas. Because of our normal weather patterns, many people in the city aren’t used to winter weather and may not know how to best accommodate their beloved pets.

Get ready for a fun-filled adventure where tiny hands bring big ideas to life! Allow your little ones to express themselves with various arts and crafts activities where they will put their fine motor skills to work.

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

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.

Free yoga class led by Jarrett Chatman - all levels welcome!

Bring a yoga mat and wear flexible clothing. If you don't have a mat, we've got one for you.

Register for email reminders and updates.

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!

This class will be an intermediate computer class that deals with more critical thinking of computer applications and hardware.

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!

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!

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.

Get creative with the Polk Wisdom Library's scrapbooking hour! 

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. 

It's adventure time!

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.

Spend some time crafting with us in our monthly Children's Crafts Series!

This month we are making Handprint Trees!

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.

The Video Game Club offers an engaging weekly drop-in program where children can socialize, enjoy playing video games, and take part in friendly competitions.

Spend the afternoon playing board games and making friends at the library. 

Join us every Thursday from 3:30 to 4:30 PM for hands-on crafts that spark creativity and curiosity! Every week, you can color, create, and explore fun new activities.

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.

Presented by doctorate students of UT Southwestern, learn about a new STEM topic each month. 

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.

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Tuesday's and Thursday's from 4-4:30 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

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!

Refuel afterschool with a free nutritious super snack for ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

Want to learn how to fly drones come to the Lancaster Kiest branch and will show you how?

Enjoy an afternoon of crafting fun!

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by crafting your own dreamcatcher. A dreamcatcher was meant to be hung over a cradle or bed as protection by filtering the bad dreams away.

                                     Accept the Challenge

Usually, on the 4th Thursday of every month, we will have a themed Lego Challenge where we will create Lego masterpieces based on that month's theme. But this month, we're a week early!

Accept the Challenge!

Work solo or in a team and flex your imagination and creation skills!

Unleash your imagination at the Lakewood Branch’s Lego Hour!  This will be a dedicated hour for building whatever you’d like using Legos.  Build and chat with others as you work together or get inspiration for your own projects. 

Calling all gamers!

Thursdays afterschool we explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math through fun and creative projects!

Recommended for ages 6 to 11 years old.

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.

Give thanks and get crafty with a pumpkin that pops! Kids will create their own 3-D paper pumpkins that double as a gratitude booklet, where each section holds a special note about what they’re thankful for.

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

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

Create this adorable autumn-inspired pumpkin using pony beads and pipe cleaners and take them home for decor!

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!

For the last 200 years, racial injustice and systemic oppression prevented opportunities in Bonton that were a given elsewhere. The people here experienced higher rates of diabetes, stroke and cancer, and 48% of residents lived in poverty.

Enjoy making art and engaging in hands-on science activities, fostering imagination and curiosity in a fun and interactive environment. Learn about Quipu – an Inca records tool for accounts and other data.

Attention all young aspiring adventurers, do you want to play Dungeons and Dragons but don't know how? Have you already experienced the flames of a red dragon and seek a new adventure to sink your teeth into?

A story time for big kids, with crafts! Perfect for ages 5-8.

November's Book: "The Bold Pumpkin Plan" by Katy Hudson 

Elevate your home decor experience with this introductory session on floral arranging created for Seniors.

Are you prepared in the event of a home fire? Do you know what to do in an emergency? We all learned stop, drop, and roll in school, but it's always good to refresh our knowledge.

Connect with fellow book lovers to read and discuss popular books available at your local library! 

Do you love a good mystery?

Would you like to share your love of mysteries with others?

Join the Audelia Road Branch's Mystery Book Club which meets every 3rd Thursday of the month to discuss a predetermined book.

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup.

This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels.

Join Dallas Public Library Genealogy Specialist Mic Barnette for Dallas Genealogical Society's bimonthly DNA Special Interest Group meeting.

Free English classes. All are welcome. No library card or I.D. required. Register in-person during class. 

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. 

Come paint a portrait with a twist! Can be of a stranger or a friend! It might look amazing… or absolutely wild either way, it’ll be fun!

November's theme is plant people

Lakewood Library welcomes back Master Gardener Roseann Ferguson! Learn how to create a beautiful fall centerpiece for yourself or to give as a hostess gift.

Get ready to flip through creativity and fold up some festive fun! Transform an old book into a festive turkey decoration just in time for Thanksgiving.

Looking to expand your reading repertoire? Look no further than the Fretz Park Book Club!

Enjoy a thoughtful discussion with your peers as we dive into the intricacies of each month's read!

Calling all singers, dancers, poets, magicians, instrumentalists--performers of all kinds: On the third Thursday of every month, the Central Library's Division of Arts, Movies and Music hosts an open mic night. Show up, sign up, and show off!

“Mystery creates wonder and wonder is the basis of man's desire to understand.”

~ Neil Armstrong