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DIY Flashlights

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Prairie Creek - Classroom 2 at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Make your own flashlight using a few simple everyday items! This hands-on project is not only fun and easy to make but illustrates how a switch works.

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 2
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Make your own flashlight using a few simple everyday items! This hands-on project is not only fun and easy to make but illustrates how a switch works.

The English Corner

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fretz Park - Classroom 1 at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

If you are looking to practice speaking English stop by The English Corner! The Fretz Park English conversation group welcomes everyone.  

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

If you are looking to practice speaking English stop by The English Corner! The Fretz Park English conversation group welcomes everyone.  

Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de Verano para niños

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Forest Green - Entryway at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

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

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Entryway
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

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

Computer Assistance

One on One - Computer Assistance

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
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.

Summer Snack for Kids/Merienda de Verano para niños

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Prairie Creek - Classroom 1 at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

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

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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

adult learning

English Conversation Class

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Forest Green - Classroom 2 at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Conversation 

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Conversation 

SuperSnack for Kids / Merienda para niños

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 3:15pm - 3:45pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

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

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

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

Summer Snacks

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Highland Hills - Classroom A & B at Highland Hills Branch
Program Type:
Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-12)

Refuel 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.

Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch
Room: Highland Hills - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches
Event Details:

Refuel 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.

adult learning

English Conversation Class

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - In Library at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Conversation 

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - In Library
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Conversation 

adult learning

English Conversation Class

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Vickery Park - Study Room A at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Conversation 

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Study Room A
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: English Language Learning
Event Details:

English Conversation 

adult learning

English Language Learning - Conversation Class

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Conversation 

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

English Conversation 

adult learning

GED en Español

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Prairie Creek - Classroom 1 at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

Need a little extra support as you prepare for the GED? Our bilingual tutoring class is a space where you can ask questions, get extra practice, and receive help with anything related to the GED.

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

Need a little extra support as you prepare for the GED? Our bilingual tutoring class is a space where you can ask questions, get extra practice, and receive help with anything related to the GED.

adult learning

English Language Learning

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Classroom A & B at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Language Learning  

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

English Language Learning  

adult learning

English Language Learning

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

English Language Learning  

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

English Language Learning  

adult learning

GED en Español

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Prairie Creek - Auditorium at Prairie Creek Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

¿Quieres obtener tu Certificado de Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria (GED) pero no sabes por dónde empezar? ¡Estudia con nosotros en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas!

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch
Room: Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

¿Quieres obtener tu Certificado de Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria (GED) pero no sabes por dónde empezar? ¡Estudia con nosotros en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas!

adult learning

Preparación para el GED en español

Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 1 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
GED
Age Group:
Adult (18+)

¿Quieres obtener tu Certificado de Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria (GED) pero no sabes por dónde empezar? ¡Estudia con nosotros en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas!

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: GED
Event Details:

¿Quieres obtener tu Certificado de Equivalencia de Escuela Secundaria (GED) pero no sabes por dónde empezar? ¡Estudia con nosotros en la Biblioteca Pública de Dallas!

2026 Bulk Trash Drop-off Service

All Day 8/7 - 8/10
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 2026 calendar year.&nbsp

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 2026 calendar year.&nbsp

Play with me! ¡Juega Conmigo!

Friday, August 7, 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.

Baby Basics Storytime

Friday, August 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am
Lochwood - Black Box Theater at Lochwood Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

For babies and their caregivers, learn simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants.

Suggested ages: 0-18 months

 

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

For babies and their caregivers, learn simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants.

Suggested ages: 0-18 months

 

adult learning

English Language Learning - Basic

Friday, August 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am
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  

Public Notary

Notary

Friday, August 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
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

Friday, August 7, 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: 

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Toddler Storytime

Friday, August 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Hear stories, sing songs, and have fun as we practice the skills you need to be ready to read! 

Suggested ages: 18 months – 3 years

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Event Details:

Hear stories, sing songs, and have fun as we practice the skills you need to be ready to read! 

Suggested ages: 18 months – 3 years

flyer

Toddler Storytime

Friday, August 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Fretz Park - Black Box Theater at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around, and learn!

Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old

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

Practice the skills you need to be ready to read. Hear stories, sing songs, jump around, and learn!

Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old