Event List

Exhibit - Friends of the Dallas Public Library 1950-2025: Celebrating 75 Years

All Day 2/21 - 10/31

Central Library - In Library (7th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Program Type:

Exhibit

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

An exhibit celebrating the support the Friends of the Dallas Public Library have provided the library for the past 75 years!

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Exhibit

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An exhibit celebrating the support the Friends of the Dallas Public Library have provided the library for the past 75 years!

Cre8ivesphere Presents: Art Unbound

All Day 5/27 - 6/18

Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Family

Cre8ivesphere Presents: Art Unbound

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Lillian Bradshaw Gallery Exhibits (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Cre8ivesphere Presents: Art Unbound

Lakewood Library Friends 60th Annual Art Show

All Day 5/27 - 6/18

Lakewood - Exhibit Space at Lakewood Branch

Program Type:

Exhibit

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Welcome to the 60th annual Lakewood Library Friends art show! This tradition has been a staple of the Lakewood community since the library was located in the old Diener Mills building across from the Lakewood Theater.

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Library Branch: Lakewood Branch

Room: Lakewood - Exhibit Space

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Exhibit

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Welcome to the 60th annual Lakewood Library Friends art show! This tradition has been a staple of the Lakewood community since the library was located in the old Diener Mills building across from the Lakewood Theater.

Elephants Among The Skeleton by Kim Ballesteros

Travel Mementos by Kim Ballesteros

All Day 5/27 - 6/18

Central Library - Square One Gallery (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Family

"Traveling is my greatest love - after making art - and the assemblages in this exhibition showcase some of my favorite destinations and adventures.

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Square One Gallery (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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"Traveling is my greatest love - after making art - and the assemblages in this exhibition showcase some of my favorite destinations and adventures.

The Beauty of South Dallas, photograph titled Mr. Johnson by Nitashia Johnson

Exhibit - The Beauty of South Dallas

All Day 6/1 - 12/1

Central Library - Kenneth B. Jonsson Gallery (7th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature, Exhibit

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

The Beauty of South Dallas captures the rapid change of a historical neighborhood due to socio-economic shifts and documents South Dallas for future residents, visionaries, and developers.

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Kenneth B. Jonsson Gallery (7th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Exhibit

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The Beauty of South Dallas captures the rapid change of a historical neighborhood due to socio-economic shifts and documents South Dallas for future residents, visionaries, and developers.

Wisdom Tower: Proverbs & Sayings by Influential Jewish Thinkers

All Day 6/2 - 6/17

Oak Lawn - Exhibit Space at Oak Lawn Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Family

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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch

Room: Oak Lawn - Exhibit Space

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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The Juneteenth flag, with text "June 19, 1865" running up the right side.

Celebrating Juneteenth (Freedom Day)

All Day 6/10 - 6/18

Community Events

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

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Offsite Event

Library Branch: Community Events

Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Central Library Staff Art Exhibition, June 12- July 31st 4th Floor Showcases

2nd Annual Central Staff Art Exhibition

All Day 6/12 - 6/17

Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Program Type:

Exhibit

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Come celebrate the many talented artists who work at Central Library!

This exhibit features a variety of works by 19 artists, ranging in mediums from sculpture to fiber to jewelry and more.

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Exhibit

Event Details:

Come celebrate the many talented artists who work at Central Library!

This exhibit features a variety of works by 19 artists, ranging in mediums from sculpture to fiber to jewelry and more.

Drawing Studio

Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm

Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Spend an afternoon building your art skills with instructor Irving.
Bring a sketchbook and participate in lessons covering different media, techniques, and subjects.

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Registration Required

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Event Details:

Spend an afternoon building your art skills with instructor Irving.
Bring a sketchbook and participate in lessons covering different media, techniques, and subjects.

Bigs and Littles

Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Vickery Park - Auditorium at Vickery Park Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

This program will provide patrons with one-on-one time with their caregiver, support fine and gross motor skill development, help provide increased social interactions in a controlled environment, support educational development, and support emoti

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Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

This program will provide patrons with one-on-one time with their caregiver, support fine and gross motor skill development, help provide increased social interactions in a controlled environment, support educational development, and support emoti

History of Soul Food in America

Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Celebrate the 160th anniversary of Juneteenth by learning about the history of Soul Food in America.

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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:

Celebrate the 160th anniversary of Juneteenth by learning about the history of Soul Food in America.

Family Funday: Herbie Johnson Jazz Quartet

Sunday, June 15, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Renner-Frankford - Auditorium at Renner Frankford Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

Family

Celebrate African American Music Month at the Renner Frankford Branch Library!

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Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Celebrate African American Music Month at the Renner Frankford Branch Library!

2025 Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day

Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot at Renner Frankford Branch

Program Type:

Community & City Engagement

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

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

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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

English Language Learning

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 11:00am

Prairie Creek - Classrooms 1 & 2 at Prairie Creek Branch

Program Type:

English Language Learning

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

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.

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Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Classrooms 1 & 2

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.
Clases de inglés gratis. Todos son bienvenidos. Sin tarjeta de biblioteca o identificación. requerido.

Voter Registration Drive with Jolt Initiative

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 9:30am - 3:00pm

Central Library - Vital Statistics Waiting Area (1st floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Program Type:

Community & City Engagement

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

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

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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

Career Launch Pad

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area at Martin Luther King, Jr.

Program Type:

Economic/Workforce Development, Technology

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

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.

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Registration Required

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.

English Language Class

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B at White Rock Hills Branch

Program Type:

English Language Learning

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Free English classes. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

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Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

Free English classes. All are welcome! Clases gratis de inglés - ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

GED Class

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 at Martin Luther King, Jr.

Program Type:

GED

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

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

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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: GED

Event Details:

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

Preston Hollow Memory Cafe

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch

Program Type:

Seniors

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Welcome to the Preston Hollow Memory Café!

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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch

Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Seniors

Event Details:

Welcome to the Preston Hollow Memory Café!

Senior Social Hour

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium at Kleberg-Rylie Branch

Program Type:

Seniors

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

Enjoy a time of games, crafts or enrichment classes with other local seniors from the Kleberg-Rylie community

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Library Branch: Kleberg-Rylie Branch

Room: Kleberg-Rylie - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Seniors

Event Details:

Enjoy a time of games, crafts or enrichment classes with other local seniors from the Kleberg-Rylie community

Career LaunchPad

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm

Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch

Program Type:

Technology

Age Group:

Adult (18+)

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

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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.

An image of a castle coming out of a book.

Hora de Cuentos

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Grauwyler Park - Children's Area at Grauwyler Park Branch

Program Type:

Early Literacy

Age Group:

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

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

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Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch

Room: Grauwyler Park - Children's Area

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

Event Details:

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

All About Animals Live

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Lochwood - Black Box Theater at Lochwood Branch

Program Type:

Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Age Group:

Family

Nature is full of natural and inspiring colors and artistic patterns. Clothing and costumes are often inspired by the gorgeous patterns of cheetahs, zebras and other animals. Bright colors of bird feathers are popular in fashion and rituals.

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Library Branch: Lochwood Branch

Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

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Nature is full of natural and inspiring colors and artistic patterns. Clothing and costumes are often inspired by the gorgeous patterns of cheetahs, zebras and other animals. Bright colors of bird feathers are popular in fashion and rituals.

Get ready for a spellbinding experience! Join us at the library for an unforgettable magic show with the incredible Daryl Howard. Watch in awe as he performs mind-blowing close-up magic that’s sure to leave you amazed and entertained! Perfect for all ages—come see the magic happen right before your eyes!

Library Hour: Magic Show

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Arcadia Park - In Library at Arcadia Park Branch

Program Type:

Arts, Culture, & Literature

Age Group:

School Age (ages 6-12)

Get ready for a spellbinding experience! Join us at the library for an unforgettable magic show with the incredible Daryl Howard. Watch in awe as he performs mind-blowing close-up magic that’s sure to leave you amazed and entertained!

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Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch

Room: Arcadia Park - In Library

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Get ready for a spellbinding experience! Join us at the library for an unforgettable magic show with the incredible Daryl Howard. Watch in awe as he performs mind-blowing close-up magic that’s sure to leave you amazed and entertained!

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