This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Senior Coffee & Conversation

9:00am–10:00am
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

English Language Learning

9:30am–11:00am
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Language Learning 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Carter BloodCare Blood Drive

9:30am–12:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Lawn
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join Carter BloodCare in the parking lot of the Lakewood Branch Library, 6121 Worth Street.

Schedule an appointment here

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Career Launch Pad

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

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group

Motor Skill Hour

10:00am–11:00am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Eloise Sherman Conference Room
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Through a series of manipulative toys and varied activities, children's motor skills will be stimulated to help them develop these skills.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Notary

10:00am–11:30am
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Connected Dallas

10:00am–1:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Lobby
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Career LaunchPad

10:00am–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
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. 

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group

Bilingual Storytime/Hora de Cuentos

10:30am–11:00am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
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: 16 months - 3 years

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group

Bilingual Storytime (Hora de Cuentos bilingüe)

10:30am–11:30am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Children's Area
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group

Bilingual Storytime/ Hora de Cuento

10:30am–11:30am
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Computer Tutor

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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.  

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Earth Day Every Day: The Christmas Bird Count

11:00am–12:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

This Christmas, do more than just buy gifts for your loved ones. Share in the experience of counting birds by joining nature lovers worldwide to contribute to citizen science efforts that help monitor bird populations. 

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group

Preschool Picassos

11:00am–12:00pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Children's Area
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Career Launch Pad

11:00am–7:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
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: 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

English Language Learning

11:30am–1:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Conference Room
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Language Learning 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

GED Class

11:30am–1:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Dallasite Yogis

12:00pm–12:30pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom F (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

English Language Class

12:00pm–1:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Language Learning  

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Technology and Media Literacy

12:00pm–2:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

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?

This event is in the "Family" group

Keyboard Class

1:00pm–1:45pm
Family
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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!

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Artful Ages Meetup: Holiday Cards

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

✍️Unleash your creative spirit!🎨

On the second Thursday of each month, we invite those who are rich with life experience to let their creativity flow through various fun and approachable projects. 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

English Language Learning

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Language Learning  

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Job Skills Class

1:00pm–2:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

This Beginner Job Skills Class is designed to help participants develop the essential skills needed to enter the workforce.

This event is in the "Family" group

Ukulele Class

2:00pm–2:45pm
Family
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)
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!

Reservation

1-on-1 Computer Help

2:00pm–3:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Computer Area
Purpose of Meeting

Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance.

By Appointment only.

Please call 214-671-1365 and book your appointment.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Career Launch Pad

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Lobby
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Seniors
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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

Practice speaking English in our fun and casual conversation group!

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Computer Help

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

One on One - Computer Assistance

2:30pm–4:30pm
Adult (18+)
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.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Carter BloodCare Blood Drive

2:30pm–5:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Join Carter BloodCare in the parking lot of the Audelia Road Branch Library, 10045 Audelia Road.

As a thank-you donors will receive a blanket, while supplies last.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

English Conversation Class

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

English Conversation Class

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Conversation 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Groove Line

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Get your groove on! 

Do you like to dance? 

This fun, exciting dance class is just for you!

Image from Pixabay

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

SuperSnack for Kids / Merienda para niños

3:15pm–3:45pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Children's Area
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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Afterschool Snacks

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

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.

 

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group

Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

3:30pm–4:00pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
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:

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.

 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Snack for Kids/Merienda para niños

3:30pm–4:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
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:

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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Video Game Club

3:30pm–4:15pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

After School STEAM: Frost in a can

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Now that winter will be here soon, bring the fun of winter indoors without having to put on mittens. This fun frost in a can project is a classic winter science experiment for kids that they will love to make over and over again.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

After School STEAM: Game Day!

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting Nintendo Switch play day, where you can team up with friends, try out new games, and show off your skills!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Registration Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Registration Required
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Afterschool Super Snack (Supermerienda extraescolar)

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Children's Area
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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Afterschool Supersnack/ Supermerienda extraescolar

3:30pm–4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
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.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group

Afterschool Super Snack - Merienda Súper Nutritiva Después de la Escuela

3:45pm–4:15pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - 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:

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.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Story & Craft: A Friendship Yarn

3:45pm–4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Early Literacy, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

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

 

December's book: A Friendship Yarn  By Lisa Moser

 


 

 

 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group

Equal Heart Meal

4:00pm–4:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Family" group

Keyboard Class

4:00pm–4:45pm
Family
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
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!

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group

Afterschool Super Snack/Supermerienda extraescolar

4:00pm–5:00pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A
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 super snack for ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

English Conversation Class

4:00pm–5:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

English Conversation 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Lego Challenge

4:00pm–5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us the 2nd Thursdays of every month for a themed Lego challenge. Work solo or in a team and flex your imagination and creation skills!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Number Navigators

4:00pm–5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

➕➖ Navigate Number Challenges ✖️➗

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Read to a Therapy Dog

4:00pm–5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Practice your reading skills in a fun, relaxed environment by reading to a therapy dog! These trained therapy dogs will be the most well behaved and kindest paw-dience you have ever had. 

This event is in the "Family" group

Kid's Movie of the Week

4:00pm–5:30pm
Family
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

The Kid's Movie of the Week for this week is "Polar Express"!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Game Day!

4:00pm–6:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Calling all gamers!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Afterschool STEAM

4:30pm–5:00pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

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

 

Recommended for ages 6 to 11 years old.

This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group

Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

4:30pm–5:00pm
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17) 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Afterschool Chess & Board Games

4:30pm–5:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Participants are invited to come and learn the basics of Chess or to spend time playing the many board games available!

All game boards will be provided by library staff! 

Puzzles also available!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Come Fly With Us!

4:30pm–5:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Lawrence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Want to learn how to fly drones?  Then stop by the Lancaster Kiest branch to learn how!

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group

Gingerbread Decorating

4:30pm–5:30pm
School Age (ages 6-12)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get ready to spice up the holiday fun with some sweet creativity! Kids will decorate wooden gingerbread cookies with colorful paints, glitter, and festive flair—perfect for turning into cheerful Christmas tree ornaments.

This event is in the "Family" group

Violin Class

5:00pm–5:45pm
Family
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium
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!

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Estate Planning for Seniors

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you looking ahead to your future and exploring the world of Estate Planning? Virginia Hammerle of Hammerle Finley Law Firm will be at the North Oak Cliff Branch Library to teach you all that you need to know.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Craft a Gift Basket Felt Rag Wreathes

5:30pm–7:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Just in time for the holidays - craft a gift basket! Each week you will make something different. By the end of the series, you will have enough items for a lovely a gift basket.

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
Cancelled

Virtual College Tours

5:30pm–7:00pm
Family, Teen (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Family, Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading, Technology
Event Details:

Thinking about going to college? Are you a senior who thinks they know where they want to go to college, but you feel nervous about applying? Come to the Youth Discovery Center to take a life-size virtual tour of campuses you're interested in.

This event is in the "Family" group

Sculptor's Studio

5:30pm–7:30pm
Family
Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Get messy with clay during our first sculptor studio of the fall! Come back with your family each month for more! 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Seniors
Event Details:

Step back in time and experience the golden age of Hollywood with Vintage Movie Night, an evening dedicated to iconic films, unforgettable stars, and the magic of old-school cinema.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Dungeons and Dragons

5:45pm–7:45pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Learn to play Dungeons and Dragons-

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Before You File: Info From The USPTO

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom F (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us as the USPTO explains what you will need before registering your IP.

This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group

Shrinky Dink Keychains

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teen (ages 13-17)
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Make a custom keychain that represents you and your interests! Use shrink plastic and art materials to draw or trace a design of your choice.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Spanish Learners Conversation Table

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup.

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

English Language Learning

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

From Page to Stage - The Outsiders

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:
 
“Stay gold, Ponyboy. Stay gold.” The 1967 classic is now a musical! 
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Cancelled

GED Class

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

GED en Español

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

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. 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Poinsettia Paper Flower Workshop

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Paper petals, holiday cheer—let’s craft some festive flair! In this hands-on workshop, adults will learn how to create beautiful poinsettia paper flowers, perfect for adding a handmade touch to seasonal decorations.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

Successful Seed Starting

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Lakewood Library welcomes returning Master Gardener Glen McGee presenting on Successful Seed Starting again.

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Take a trip back in time and unleash your inner crafter at this 80s Decades Craft Night! 

This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group

White Rock Hills Book Club: God of the Woods by Liz Moore

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

As a panicked search begins, a thrilling drama unfolds.