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Alien Invasion: Independence Day 30th Anniversary Screening and Family Crafternoon

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Oak Lawn - Auditorium at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

All astronauts, aliens, and outer-space beings report to the rocket ship, because we are about to launch into a family screening party and crafternoon that’s out of this universe!

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

All astronauts, aliens, and outer-space beings report to the rocket ship, because we are about to launch into a family screening party and crafternoon that’s out of this universe!

This event is in the "Family" group

Sunday Afternoon Movie in the Black Box: Elio

Sunday, July 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

Elio struggles to fit in until he is transported by aliens and becomes the chosen one to be Earth's galactic ambassador while his mother Olga works on the top secret project to decode alien messages.

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Elio struggles to fit in until he is transported by aliens and becomes the chosen one to be Earth's galactic ambassador while his mother Olga works on the top secret project to decode alien messages.

This event is in the "Family" group

Reading Rainbow Watch Party

Friday, July 10, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

Each Friday this summer, we will watch a different episode of Reading Rainbow, discuss the episode, and make a related craft! Come open your heart to reading with the favorite classic show, and get to watch the new episodes, as well!

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Each Friday this summer, we will watch a different episode of Reading Rainbow, discuss the episode, and make a related craft! Come open your heart to reading with the favorite classic show, and get to watch the new episodes, as well!

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

Creepy Critters

Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lochwood - Black Box Theater at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Ready to meet some new, interesting animal friends? Then join us as we welcome Creepy Critters as they showcase all creatures creepy, slithery and slimy. Handlers will teach about each animal, including where and how they live.

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Ready to meet some new, interesting animal friends? Then join us as we welcome Creepy Critters as they showcase all creatures creepy, slithery and slimy. Handlers will teach about each animal, including where and how they live.

This event is in the "Family" group

Orchestras Are Instrumental

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lochwood - Black Box Theater at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

The Garland Symphony Orchestra presents a wonderful opportunity for children to learn about music.  

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

The Garland Symphony Orchestra presents a wonderful opportunity for children to learn about music.  

This event is in the "Family" group

Reading Rainbow Watch Party

Friday, July 17, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

Each Friday this summer, we will watch a different episode of Reading Rainbow, discuss the episode, and make a related craft! Come open your heart to reading with the favorite classic show, and get to watch the new episodes, as well!

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Each Friday this summer, we will watch a different episode of Reading Rainbow, discuss the episode, and make a related craft! Come open your heart to reading with the favorite classic show, and get to watch the new episodes, as well!

This event is in the "Family" group

Community Nature EXPO

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Central Library - East Wing (6th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

Calling all nature lovers in North Texas! Whether you are into native plants, Texas Wildlife, conservatism, birdwatching, or just love the outdoors, this is the event for you.

Registration Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - East Wing (6th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Registration Required
Event Details:

Calling all nature lovers in North Texas! Whether you are into native plants, Texas Wildlife, conservatism, birdwatching, or just love the outdoors, this is the event for you.

This event is in the "Family" group

Family Rock Painting

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Arcadia Park - Story Wall at Arcadia Park Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

Get ready to unleash your creativity with our Rock Painting, a fun-filled program where families can design and decorate rocks any way they imagine! 🎨✨

Library Branch: Arcadia Park Branch
Room: Arcadia Park - Story Wall
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Get ready to unleash your creativity with our Rock Painting, a fun-filled program where families can design and decorate rocks any way they imagine! 🎨✨

This event is in the "Family" group

Sam The Magic Man

Saturday, July 18, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

Join us for a magical experience with our guest, Sam the Magic Man. Magic will fill the air as Sam presents a show that will stay in your memories for years to come. Come and enjoy his performance!

We will be delighted to have you.

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join us for a magical experience with our guest, Sam the Magic Man. Magic will fill the air as Sam presents a show that will stay in your memories for years to come. Come and enjoy his performance!

We will be delighted to have you.

This event is in the "Family" group

Sunday Afternoon Movie in the Black Box: How to Train Your Dragon (2025)

Sunday, July 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup stands apart.

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup stands apart.

This event is in the "Family" group

Reading Rainbow Watch Party

Friday, July 24, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

Each Friday this summer, we will watch a different episode of Reading Rainbow, discuss the episode, and make a related craft! Come open your heart to reading with the favorite classic show, and get to watch the new episodes, as well!

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Each Friday this summer, we will watch a different episode of Reading Rainbow, discuss the episode, and make a related craft! Come open your heart to reading with the favorite classic show, and get to watch the new episodes, as well!

This event is in the "Family" group

Family Fun Saturday: Christmas in July

Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lochwood - Black Box Theater at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

As part of our Family Fun Saturdays program we do something fun for the whole family one Saturday every month!

Celebrate Christmas in July at the library with crafts and a family favorite Christmas movie!

 

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

As part of our Family Fun Saturdays program we do something fun for the whole family one Saturday every month!

Celebrate Christmas in July at the library with crafts and a family favorite Christmas movie!

 

This event is in the "Family" group

Perler Beads

Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

Crafters unite! Join us at the Lakewood Library to make perler bead creations. Each month we will be making a different themed masterpiece. All skill-levels are welcome.

 

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Crafters unite! Join us at the Lakewood Library to make perler bead creations. Each month we will be making a different themed masterpiece. All skill-levels are welcome.

 

This event is in the "Family" group

Homeschool Meet-up

Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Age Group:
Family

Get together and meet with other homeschool families! This event will give you and your children time and space to compare curricula, get advice, and make some new friends!

Registration Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get together and meet with other homeschool families! This event will give you and your children time and space to compare curricula, get advice, and make some new friends!

This event is in the "Family" group

Harry Potter Birthday Party!

Friday, July 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
North Oak Cliff - Auditorium at North Oak Cliff Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

Celebrate Harry Potter's Birthday Party by participating in our version of the three Triwizard Trials. We will also have a DIY potion station. We solemnly swear we are up to no good. 

Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Celebrate Harry Potter's Birthday Party by participating in our version of the three Triwizard Trials. We will also have a DIY potion station. We solemnly swear we are up to no good. 

This event is in the "Family" group

Reading Rainbow Watch Party

Friday, July 31, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

Each Friday this summer, we will watch a different episode of Reading Rainbow, discuss the episode, and make a related craft! Come open your heart to reading with the favorite classic show, and get to watch the new episodes, as well!

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Each Friday this summer, we will watch a different episode of Reading Rainbow, discuss the episode, and make a related craft! Come open your heart to reading with the favorite classic show, and get to watch the new episodes, as well!

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

Children's Clothing Swap

Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Prairie Creek - Outdoor Area at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Age Group:
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)

Re-home garments in good, clean condition that you no longer need and exchange them for something you want to add to your wardrobe! Limit of 5 donated items in good, clean condition. 

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Re-home garments in good, clean condition that you no longer need and exchange them for something you want to add to your wardrobe! Limit of 5 donated items in good, clean condition. 

This event is in the "Family" group

Furever Friends Pet Adoption

Saturday, August 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

Find your furever friend at the Lakewood Branch!  This will be a chance to see adoptable animals from Dallas Animal Services.  Same day adoptions will be available!

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Find your furever friend at the Lakewood Branch!  This will be a chance to see adoptable animals from Dallas Animal Services.  Same day adoptions will be available!

This event is in the "Family" group

Family Fun Saturday: Pirate Party

Saturday, August 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Lochwood - Black Box Theater at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family

As part of our Family Fun Saturdays program we do something fun for the whole family one Saturday every month!

 

Summer is sailing away and we're going to raid the ship for all the fun we can!

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

As part of our Family Fun Saturdays program we do something fun for the whole family one Saturday every month!

 

Summer is sailing away and we're going to raid the ship for all the fun we can!

This event is in the "Family" group

Homeschool Meet-up

Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Age Group:
Family

Get together and meet with other homeschool families! This event will give you and your children time and space to compare curricula, get advice, and make some new friends!

Registration Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get together and meet with other homeschool families! This event will give you and your children time and space to compare curricula, get advice, and make some new friends!