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The Remembering Black Dallas, Inc.’s 10 year anniversary exhibit highlights the organization’s achievements and honors the life and legacy of its founder, Dr. George E. Keaton, Jr.

Remembering Black Dallas, Inc. - Celebrating a Legacy: 10 Year Anniversary Exhibit

All Day 12/1 - 6/30
Central Library - In Library (7th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Exhibit
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Established in 2015, the mission of Remembering Black Dallas, Inc. is to
preserve and promote the African American life, history, artifacts, and
culture of Dallas and surrounding cities. This exhibit highlights the

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - In Library (7th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Exhibit
Event Details:

Established in 2015, the mission of Remembering Black Dallas, Inc. is to
preserve and promote the African American life, history, artifacts, and
culture of Dallas and surrounding cities. This exhibit highlights the

A mound of pastel candy hearts with printing on them on an aqua surface. One white heart has readable text: "Rock Star".

Celebrate Valentine's Day with the Library!

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Community Events
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

Love is in the air in February! We've got plenty of programs to recognize romance this month. (And if you'd rather celebrate with your galentines, or extoll the single life, we've got you covered, too!)

 

 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family, Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5), School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Love is in the air in February! We've got plenty of programs to recognize romance this month. (And if you'd rather celebrate with your galentines, or extoll the single life, we've got you covered, too!)

 

 

Black background with red, yellow and black patches of color. Text: Celebrating Black History Month at Dallas Public Library

Celebrating Black History Month

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Community Events
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family, Adult (18+)

Celebrate Black History/African-American Heritage Month with a month of programming to inform, celebrate, honor and highlight the Black community's history and achievements.

 

For All Ages 

 

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family, Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History/African-American Heritage Month with a month of programming to inform, celebrate, honor and highlight the Black community's history and achievements.

 

For All Ages 

 

Cultural wonders of Ukraine Ehibition

Exhibit - Cultural Wonders of Ukraine

All Day 2/8 - 2/14
Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

Free Admissions to this wonderful exhibit of Ukrainian, embroiderym textiles, pottery, woodcarvings, jewelry, and more! Come see traditional Ukrainian dress and a gallery of photos highlighting the beauty of the country.

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Fine Arts Area (4th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Free Admissions to this wonderful exhibit of Ukrainian, embroiderym textiles, pottery, woodcarvings, jewelry, and more! Come see traditional Ukrainian dress and a gallery of photos highlighting the beauty of the country.

hearts scavenger hunt logo

Hearts Scavenger Hunt

All Day 2/8 - 2/14
Hampton-Illinois - Exhibit Space at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

Find all the hearts hidden around the library for a prize!

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Exhibit Space
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Find all the hearts hidden around the library for a prize!

Play with me! ¡Juega Conmigo!

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

This is an 8-week program for children 0-3 years old and their parents. The weekly in-person sessions include activities that promote learning through play, information on strategies for positive parenting, and promoting children's development.

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

This is an 8-week program for children 0-3 years old and their parents. The weekly in-person sessions include activities that promote learning through play, information on strategies for positive parenting, and promoting children's development.

Career Launch Pad

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Forest Green - In Library at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Get computer, tech and career help at the library! During a one-on-one appointment, a staff member can assist you with: 

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: 

Lancaster-Kiest Branch Library Career Launchpad: Computer Classes.

Career LaunchPad

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 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, 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 (18+)
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

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

crafts

Cupid’s Craft Party 💘

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Seniors
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Join us for a charming Valentine’s Wood Painting Party! Create heart-themed wooden décor while enjoying good company, relaxation, and plenty of festive fun. 

All supplies provided!

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for a charming Valentine’s Wood Painting Party! Create heart-themed wooden décor while enjoying good company, relaxation, and plenty of festive fun. 

All supplies provided!

Monthly Cultural Activity

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Do you know your Chinese Zodiac? Explore the Chinese Zodiac chart and find your animal based on your birth year, and discover what your animal says about you.

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Do you know your Chinese Zodiac? Explore the Chinese Zodiac chart and find your animal based on your birth year, and discover what your animal says about you.

Crime Watchers Neighborhood Meeting

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Oak Lawn - In Library at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Join us for the crime watch group for Oak Lawn/Cedar Springs which encompasses both Central and Northwest Dallas Police divisions . This monthly meeting features officers from both divisions as well as other city departments are represented.

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Join us for the crime watch group for Oak Lawn/Cedar Springs which encompasses both Central and Northwest Dallas Police divisions . This monthly meeting features officers from both divisions as well as other city departments are represented.

AARP Tax Aide

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Trained AARP VOLUNTEER tax filers will be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits.

Remember to bring all of your important tax documents including any W-2s.

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
Event Details:

Trained AARP VOLUNTEER tax filers will be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits.

Remember to bring all of your important tax documents including any W-2s.

Voice Class

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

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!

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!

English class.

English Language Class

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Language Learning  

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Language Learning  

English class.

English Language Learning

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Timberglen - Classroom at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Language Learning  

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Classroom
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Language Learning  

English class.

English Language Learning - Intermediate

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Language Learning  

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Language Learning  

GED Class

GED en español

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Dallas West - Classroom 1 at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

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.

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Classroom 1
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.

GED Class

GED Class

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Classroom C (6th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

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

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Classroom C (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

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

Computer Assistance

One on One - Computer Assistance

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Prairie Creek - Computer Area at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

One on one computer related basics for those who need individual help.

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.

Violin Class

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family

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!

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!

silver laptop computer sitting on a black desk

Computer Tutor

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Park Forest - Computer Area at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Technology is a quickly changing landscape. Schedule a one-hour appointment for one-on-one assistance with basic technology problems and instruction.  

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.  

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Soul Food Series

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2 at Martin Luther King, Jr.
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

In honor of Black History Month, we will present cooking demonstrations of Soul Food, Creole Food, and other food relevant to Black history and culture.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

In honor of Black History Month, we will present cooking demonstrations of Soul Food, Creole Food, and other food relevant to Black history and culture.

Public Notary

Notary

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Prairie Creek - Study Room 1 at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

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

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

Career Launch Pad

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Fretz Park - In Library at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Seniors
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

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.

Registration Required
Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - In Library
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.