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Summer Haiku Hullabaloo: Kids' Poetry

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bachman Lake - Children's Area at Bachman Lake Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Celebrate the beauty of summer by writing a haiku! Join us for an enchanting journey into the world of haiku poetry, where young wordsmiths will explore the art of capturing moment...

Library Branch: Bachman Lake Branch
Room: Bachman Lake - Children's Area
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Celebrate the beauty of summer by writing a haiku! Join us for an enchanting journey into the world of haiku poetry, where young wordsmiths will explore the art of capturing moments in just a few lines.

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Cine en familia - Los malos

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Todos los viernes del verano se proyectará una película para toda la familia. El infame Sr. Piraña, el Sr. Serpiente, el Sr. Tiburón, la Sra. Tarántula y el Sr. Lobo ven cómo su...

Library Branch: Pleasant Grove Branch
Room: Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Todos los viernes del verano se proyectará una película para toda la familia.

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Sanrio Summer

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium at White Rock Hills Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Each week teens will engage in Kawaii cuteness with hands on activities inspired by the adorable characters of Sanrio!  July 5: Bubble Wands July 12: Summer Fans July...

Required
Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch
Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 100
Event Details:

Each week teens will engage in Kawaii cuteness with hands on activities inspired by the adorable characters of Sanrio! 

July 5: Bubble Wands

July 12: Summer Fans

July 19: Felt Book Clips

Magic the Gathering!!

Magic the Gathering: Commander Club! (Kids and Teens)

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Whether you are new to the game or a seasoned pro, come and join us for the Youth Discovery Center's MTG: Commander Club!  In this group, we will be exploring all of the ...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Whether you are new to the game or a seasoned pro, come and join us for the Youth Discovery Center's MTG: Commander Club!  In this group, we will be exploring all of the in's and outs of the Commander format in Magic the

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Mario Party Palooza

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Get ready for a day filled with laughter, competition, and creativity!  Enjoy a magical day where gaming meets crafting! Join us for an unforgettable adventure, filled with...

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

Get ready for a day filled with laughter, competition, and creativity! 

TableTop Time

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

The whole family has a game they can play at the Lakewood Branch Library. We have a wide range of games for any age to play, and when available we will also have an adults-only gam...

Required
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Required
Seats Remaining: 69
Event Details:

The whole family has a game they can play at the Lakewood Branch Library. We have a wide range of games for any age to play, and when available we will also have an adults-only game room in the conference room.

Sweet Sounds: Spring Music Classes - Guitar

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Hampton-Illinois - In Library at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Fridays at 3pm will be the guitar/ukulele class! Classes run from April 12 through June 21. Spring music classes for school-aged students 6-12 yrs on Wednesdays and Fridays.&...

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - In Library
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Fridays at 3pm will be the guitar/ukulele class!

Classes run from April 12 through June 21.

Spring music classes for school-aged students 6-12 yrs on Wednesdays and Fridays. 

Crafternoon: Paris in Your Pocket

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Audelia Road - In Library at Audelia Road Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Dive into a delightful afternoon of crafting as we transport ourselves to the charming streets of Paris! Create a mini Paris scene using a mint tin and keep Paris in your pocket.

Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch
Room: Audelia Road - In Library
Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Dive into a delightful afternoon of crafting as we transport ourselves to the charming streets of Paris! Create a mini Paris scene using a mint tin and keep Paris in your pocket.

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T-Swift Trivia and Friendship Bracelets

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Fretz Park - In Library at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen
Event Details:

Calling all Swifties! It's time to put your knowledge to the test! Answer as many questions as you can with our Taylor-themed trivia and make your besties a bracelet!  ....

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - In Library
Age Group: Teen
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Calling all Swifties!

It's time to put your knowledge to the test! Answer as many questions as you can with our Taylor-themed trivia and make your besties a bracelet! 

...Ready for it?

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Jazz Performance by Len Barnett

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Fretz Park - Black Box Theater at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of Musical Arts education brought to you by the City of Dallas's Office of Arts and Culture! More details to come!

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of Musical Arts education brought to you by the City of Dallas's Office of Arts and Culture!

More details to come!

Join our YA Reads book club discuss all things about Young Adult Fiction literature.

YA Reads

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Training Room at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Join in on our monthly book club discussions and bookish-themed activities. The main goal is to come together and enjoy expressing your love of reading and have fun amongst others...

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

Join in on our monthly book club discussions and bookish-themed activities. The main goal is to come together and enjoy expressing your love of reading and have fun amongst others.

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Sweet Sounds: Spring Music Classes - Violin

Friday, July 19, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Fridays at 4pm will be a violin class! Classes run from April 12 to June 21. Spring music classes for school-aged students 6-12 yrs on Wednesdays and Fridays.  FREE w...

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Fridays at 4pm will be a violin class!

Classes run from April 12 to June 21.

Spring music classes for school-aged students 6-12 yrs on Wednesdays and Fridays. 

Lancaster-Kiest Summer Party

All Day
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium at Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Join us at the Lancaster-Kiest Branch for our Summer Party there will be music, games, and dancing.  Have fun meeting Dallas Police, Dallas Fire Rescue, and other city vendors...

Library Branch: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room: Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Bishop Larry Mcgriff Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Join us at the Lancaster-Kiest Branch for our Summer Party there will be music, games, and dancing.  Have fun meeting Dallas Police, Dallas Fire Rescue, and other city vendors. The party is from 12:00-4:00 p.m we'll see you there.

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Music and Movement for Pre Schoolers

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Oak Lawn - Children's Area at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

On the third Saturday of each month, we get together to do a special Music and Movement class for toddlers and preschoolers! This class includes singing dancing use of rh...

Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch
Room: Oak Lawn - Children's Area
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

On the third Saturday of each month, we get together to do a special Music and Movement class for toddlers and preschoolers! This class includes

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Creative Writing Club

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

The Central Library is hosting a creative writing club every first and third Saturday of the month! We hope to build a supportive group that provides accountability, helps you s...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Eugene McDermott Conference Room (8th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

The Central Library is hosting a creative writing club every first and third Saturday of the month!

Community Gardening: Potted Planting

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Forest Green - Outdoor Area at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Get your hands dirty at the Forest Green Branch Library’s community garden! Local seniors and adults will collaborate to care for vegetables, flowers and ornamental plants in a rel...

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Outdoor Area
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Get your hands dirty at the Forest Green Branch Library’s community garden!

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Perler Bead Club

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

🌟 Join the Perler Bead Club: Unleash Your Creativity, One Bead at a Time! 🎨 Are you ready to embark on a colorful and crafty adventure? Lakewood Library invites you to be a part...

Required
Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

🌟 Join the Perler Bead Club: Unleash Your Creativity, One Bead at a Time! 🎨

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Toddler Storytime

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Fretz Park - Children's Area at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Early Literacy
Age Group:
Family, Infant & Toddler
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

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Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Children's Area
Age Group: Family, Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, 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

Rock Painting

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A & B at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Take a break from the summer heat and decorate a rock to create a paperweight or a new garden ornament. Bring your imagination, and we’ll provide the rocks and paint!

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

Take a break from the summer heat and decorate a rock to create a paperweight or a new garden ornament. Bring your imagination, and we’ll provide the rocks and paint!

SMART Summer: FAMILY FACEOFF CHALLENGE

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Dallas West - Auditorium at Dallas West Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

AAAARE YOU READY TO RUUUUUUMBLE?! IT'S TIIIIIIIIME for the MAIN EVENT! Get ready for the ULTIMATE SHOWDOWN at DPL as families go HEAD-TO-HEAD in the most EPIC COMPETITION of the...

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch
Room: Dallas West - Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

AAAARE YOU READY TO RUUUUUUMBLE?!

Community Cooking Class

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Skyline - Classroom at Skyline Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

An exciting culinary adventure awaits at the Dallas Public Library, presented in collaboration with Common Threads! Whether you're a seasoned home chef or just starting to explore ...

Required
Library Branch: Skyline Branch
Room: Skyline - Classroom
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

An exciting culinary adventure awaits at the Dallas Public Library, presented in collaboration with Common Threads!

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Mini Messenger Bags Part 2

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 11:30am - 3:00pm
Oak Lawn - In Library at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Discover the joy of sewing as you craft a mini messenger bag! (This is part 2 of a 2 part series) Dive into the world of stitching and fabric during this hands-on program ...

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

Discover the joy of sewing as you craft a mini messenger bag!

Yarn Wreaths: DIY 102

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 11:45am - 12:30pm
Timberglen - Auditorium at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Teen, Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn how to make your own personalized wreaths for any occasion. Get creative and crafty with this unique DIY project to add a handmade touch to your home decor. Open to all ...

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

Learn how to make your own personalized wreaths for any occasion. Get creative and crafty with this unique DIY project to add a handmade touch to your home decor. Open to all levels of expertise.

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"Summer Knights" with the Dallas Mythics

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Fretz Park - Black Box Theater at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Fretz Park has the honor of welcoming the Dallas Mythics, the USA  #1 Ranked Women's Division Buhurt Team 22, 23 & 2024, and IMCF Team USA, 2024, for an afternoon of ...

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch
Room: Fretz Park - Black Box Theater
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Fretz Park has the honor of welcoming the Dallas Mythics, the USA  #1 Ranked Women's Division Buhurt Team 22, 23 & 2024, and IMCF Team USA, 2024, for an afternoon of medieval camaraderie!