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Printmaking with Plants

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Park Forest - Auditorium at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

A series of programs using plants to do printmaking. Topics will include: collagraphs Create a printing plate by collaging different materials and gluing them together onto ...

Required
Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

A series of programs using plants to do printmaking.

Topics will include:

collagraphs
Create a printing plate by collaging different materials and gluing them together onto a piece of cardstock.

American Mahjong tiles, Tuesdays 12pm-3pm

American Mahjong

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!   Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.  

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!

 

Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.

 

Board Game Pieces with Person in the Background

Social Game Day

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Test your guessing skills and quick thinking with "Heads Up!" This game will have you describing words or phrases without saying them, making it a delightful challenge for all. ...

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Test your guessing skills and quick thinking with "Heads Up!" This game will have you describing words or phrases without saying them, making it a delightful challenge for all.

DFW Bookmakers: Journal Making

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium at Polk-Wisdom Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Faux leather made from brown paper bags is a fun and easy project that can be used for a variety of purposes, such as making wallets, bags, or even book covers. So if you’re lookin...

Required
Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Faux leather made from brown paper bags is a fun and easy project that can be used for a variety of purposes, such as making wallets, bags, or even book covers. So if you’re looking to recycle brown paper bags, look no more.

Just Ask! Dallas Aging and Disability Resource Center

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Exhibit Space at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

It can be confusing to find help for older adults and people with disabilities. Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRCs) are part of the No Wrong Door system, which is designe...

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Exhibit Space
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

It can be confusing to find help for older adults and people with disabilities.

Career Launch Pad

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fretz Park - Lobby at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
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 se...

Required
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Lobby
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

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Crochet for Beginners

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Paul Lawrence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - In Library at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Experiece the joy of crocheting techniques, styles, and practices while learning the basics of how to crochet. All supplies will be provided.

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Lawrence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Experiece the joy of crocheting techniques, styles, and practices while learning the basics of how to crochet.

All supplies will be provided.

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Knit Wits

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library! (Crochet...if you must...)    

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

Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library!

(Crochet...if you must...)

 

 

Computer help!

Weekly One on One Computer Help

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lakewood - In Library at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Looking for a computer class?  Need some assistance with a specific issue on the computer? One of our staff will sit with you and help you through your issue. If you would ...

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Looking for a computer class?  Need some assistance with a specific issue on the computer? One of our staff will sit with you and help you through your issue.

Primary Run Off Early Voting

All Day 5/22 - 5/24
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Lisa Kilolo Todd Auditorium at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Lisa Kilolo Todd Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement

CitySquare Health

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Polk-Wisdom - Exhibit Space at Polk-Wisdom Branch
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

CitySquare Health Insurance.  Certified health navigators can assist you in enrolling in Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP and other Texas benefits.

Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Exhibit Space
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

CitySquare Health Insurance.  Certified health navigators can assist you in enrolling in Medicaid, CHIP, SNAP and other Texas benefits.

Dallas Aging & Disability Center

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:
computer class

Career LaunchPad

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 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, Seniors
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

Health and Nutrition at the library

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

The YMCA Health Coach will be here to meet one on one with patrons to discuss individualized plans to improve heart health. El entrenador de salud de YMCA estará aquí para reuni...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

The YMCA Health Coach will be here to meet one on one with patrons to discuss individualized plans to improve heart health.

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(Em)powerment Pop-Up

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Study Room at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

(Em)powerment Popups are a new initiative created through a partnership between the CARDboard Project and Dallas Innovation Alliance. Both Dallas based nonprofits focus on bridging...

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Study Room
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Event Details:

(Em)powerment Popups are a new initiative created through a partnership between the CARDboard Project and Dallas Innovation Alliance.

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Be Well, Live Well

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Park Forest - Auditorium at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

This is  a 5-session series for designed for senior adults, ages 50 years and older. The goal of the series is to address ways to remain independent through healthy eating ...

Cancelled
Required
Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Auditorium
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

This is  a 5-session series for designed for senior adults, ages 50 years and older.

The goal of the series is to address ways to remain independent through healthy eating and physical activity.

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TRADE Oak Cliff: Terracotta Clay Workshop

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Creek - In Library at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Get ready for a delightful escape into the world of pottery and clay, offering participants a chance to unleash their creativity and craft unique terracotta masterpieces. TRADE Oak...

Required
Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - In Library
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Get ready for a delightful escape into the world of pottery and clay, offering participants a chance to unleash their creativity and craft unique terracotta masterpieces.

American Mahjong tiles, Tuesdays 12pm-3pm

American Mahjong

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!   Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.  

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!

 

Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.

 

Large Beaded Wire Bonsai Tree

Inspired Aging: Bonsai Bliss

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium at Polk-Wisdom Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

This is Part 1 of 4 Start your bonsai adventure in Part 1 of this series with the fundamentals of creating bonsai structures using wire. Learn the art of shaping, twisting, and ...

Required
Library Branch: Polk-Wisdom Branch
Room: Polk-Wisdom - Auditorium
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

This is Part 1 of 4

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Knitting and Crochet Club

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Explore your creative side at our weekly "Knitting and Crochet Club"! Make new friends and learn a new yarn project at our monthly demo on the first Wednesday. Socialize, show off ...

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch
Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Explore your creative side at our weekly "Knitting and Crochet Club"! Make new friends and learn a new yarn project at our monthly demo on the first Wednesday. Socialize, show off your projects, and get advice during our weekly meetings.

Movie of the Week

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2 at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
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55+ Club: Technology Petting Zoo

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Lochwood - Black Box Theater at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Step into the world of innovation and interact with the lates gadgets in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere! Whether you're a beginner or tech-savy, come explore and learn with the ...

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Step into the world of innovation and interact with the lates gadgets in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere! Whether you're a beginner or tech-savy, come explore and learn with the digital world at your own pace!

Career Launch Pad

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fretz Park - Lobby at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
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 se...

Required
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Lobby
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

TX Workforce Commission

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Highland Hills - Exhibit Space at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
Civic Engagement, Economic/Workforce Development, GED, Outreach
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

State agency that focuses on assisting Texans with finding employment, work training, child-care, adult education, literary services, and administering unemployment benef...

Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Exhibit Space
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Civic Engagement, Economic/Workforce Development, GED, Outreach
Event Details:

State agency that focuses on assisting Texans with finding employment, work training, child-care, adult education, literary services, and administering unemployment benefits/tax programs.