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Tiempo Tranquilo

KERA Kids Presents: PBS STEM Hour: Tiempo Tranquilo

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Dallas West - Auditorium at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Join the KERA KIDS team for PBS STEM Hour as we guide children through the big feelings of life through storytelling, guided breathing exercises, and hands-on mindfulness activitie...

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Auditorium
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join the KERA KIDS team for PBS STEM Hour as we guide children through the big feelings of life through storytelling, guided breathing exercises, and hands-on mindfulness activities.

Summer Kids Activity of the Week

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2 at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Create and share in our weekly rotating craft activity!

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Create and share in our weekly rotating craft activity!

Mah Jongg

Mah Jongg

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Meet new friends and discover the addiction of the game of Mah Jongg. These sessions will be open play with no instructors. You must bring your own set.

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen, Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Meet new friends and discover the addiction of the game of Mah Jongg.

These sessions will be open play with no instructors.

You must bring your own set.

After School Activity

Afterschool Activity - Board Games

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:15pm - 4:45pm
Highland Hills - Classroom B at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Unwind after school with some board games.

Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom B
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Unwind after school with some board games.

afterschool snack flyer

Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
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 C...

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Children's area
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
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.

D&D One Shot

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Love Dungeons & Dragons but short on time? Try a one-shot campaign!  We will supply everything you need to play including character sheets, minis, dice and dice trays. &nb...

Required
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 69
Event Details:

Love Dungeons & Dragons but short on time? Try a one-shot campaign!  We will supply everything you need to play including character sheets, minis, dice and dice trays.  Registration is required.

computer assistance

1-on-1 Computer Help

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Preston Royal - Computer Area at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Bring your own device or use one of ours for general computer assistance. By Appointment only. Please call 214-670-7128 and book your appointment.

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

By Appointment only.

Please call 214-670-7128 and book your appointment.

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Clue Hunt: Murder Mystery Night

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium at Skillman Southwestern Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Was it Mrs. Peacock, in the Study, with the Candlestick? Or was it Professor Plum, in the Library, with the Lead Pipe? It's murder mystery night and we need your help to figure out...

Required
Library Branch: Skillman Southwestern Branch
Room: Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Was it Mrs. Peacock, in the Study, with the Candlestick? Or was it Professor Plum, in the Library, with the Lead Pipe? It's murder mystery night and we need your help to figure out whodunnit.

ukulele graphic

Beginner Adult Ukulele Lessons

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Oak Lawn - Exhibit Space at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Explore the joy of playing the ukulele in this 5-week long beginner-friendly workshop! Learn fundamental chords, strumming patterns, and simple songs in a fun, interactive environm...

Required
Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Exhibit Space
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Explore the joy of playing the ukulele in this 5-week long beginner-friendly workshop! Learn fundamental chords, strumming patterns, and simple songs in a fun, interactive environment.

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Bookish Club

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Timberglen - Auditorium at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Join our monthly silent book club for adults! For each meeting, there will be a silent reading hour and then a group discussion about what we are currently reading. No assigne...

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

Join our monthly silent book club for adults!

Family Fun Night: Wii Sports

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Audelia Road - Auditorium at Audelia Road Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Have an exhilarating evening of fun and friendly competition in honor of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games with "Family Night: Wii Sports"! Whether you're a seasoned gamer or a newcomer...

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

Have an exhilarating evening of fun and friendly competition in honor of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games with "Family Night: Wii Sports"!

A warm coffee mug invites you to the program.

Senior Coffee Club

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Online Programs
Program Type:
Outreach
Age Group:
Seniors
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. on Zoom to&nbs...

Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online Programs
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Outreach
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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.

Oak Street Health info

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Lobby at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Outreach
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Oak street Health is coming to the Lancaster-Kiest branch of the Dallas Public Library to inform Seniors about health and wellness.  They will also provide information to assi...

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Lobby
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Outreach
Event Details:

Oak street Health is coming to the Lancaster-Kiest branch of the Dallas Public Library to inform Seniors about health and wellness.  They will also provide information to assist seniors in navigating the complexities of the health care system

Summer Breakfast for Kids/Desayuño de Verano para niños

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Prairie Creek - Classroom 1 at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program. D...

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Civic Engagement
Event Details:

Enjoy a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Voter Registration Drive with Jolt Initiative

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 9:30am - 3:00pm
Central Library - Vital Statistics Waiting Area (1st floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adult
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....

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Vital Statistics Waiting Area (1st floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Civic 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

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Skyline - Children's Area at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler
Event Details:

***THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO PROGRAM FREEZE FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST **STORYTIMES WILL RESUME IN SEPTEMBER** Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. H...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Children's Area
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

***THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO
PROGRAM FREEZE FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST

**STORYTIMES WILL RESUME IN SEPTEMBER**

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read.

Career Launch Pad

Thursday, August 1, 2024 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
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...

Required
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development, Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
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 class.

English Language Learning

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Dallas West - Classroom 1 & 2 at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult
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 bi...

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult
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. 

English Language Class cover graphic featuring a student raising their hand and being called on

English Language Learning

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Vickery Park - Classroom 2 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult
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. ...

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult
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. 

Play With Me

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Prairie Creek - Auditorium at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler
Event Details:

This is a FREE 12-week program for children 0-3 years old and their parents. The weekly in-person sessions encourage learning through play, provide strategies for positive parentin...

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

This is a FREE 12-week program for children 0-3 years old and their parents. The weekly in-person sessions encourage learning through play, provide strategies for positive parenting, and promote children's development.

Cardboard Project

Cardboard Project

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:30pm
Dallas West - Study Room 1 at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Digital Skills classes 

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Study Room 1
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

Digital Skills classes 

computer class

Career LaunchPad

Thursday, August 1, 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. 

Toddler Craft Cover Graphic

Toddler Craft - Faux Stained Glass

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Lochwood - Black Box Theater at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

The first and third Thursday each month we do a craft specifically for our smallest library patrons!   Tissue paper and contact paper come together to create this faux s...

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

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

 

Tissue paper and contact paper come together to create this faux stained glass designed by you!

 

Storytime

Bilingual/Spanish Storytime (Hora de Cuentos)

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Pleasant Grove - Children's Area at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

Visit the Pleasant Grove branch every Thursday morning at 10:30 am for Bilingual/Spanish Storytime! Stories, songs and rhymes in Spanish and English to get ready to read! Sugges...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Children's Area
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Visit the Pleasant Grove branch every Thursday morning at 10:30 am for Bilingual/Spanish Storytime!

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