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Yarn Arts

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Mountain Creek - Study Room at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Join us for a delightful and cozy experience as we gather together to knit and crochet! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, our welcoming community is here to share...

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

Join us for a delightful and cozy experience as we gather together to knit and crochet! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, our welcoming community is here to share knowledge, creativity, and warm camaraderie.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Career LaunchPad

Saturday, December 28, 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. 

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Toddler Storytime

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Timberglen - Auditorium at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
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

Library Branch: Timberglen Branch
Room: Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
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

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.

Toddler Storytime

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:45am
Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch
Program Type:
Early Literacy
Age Group:
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.

Library Branch: Mountain Creek Branch
Room: Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler
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.

This event is in the "Infant & Toddler" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Music and Movement for Pre Schoolers

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Event Details:

Now on the second and fourth Saturday of each month, we get together to do a special Music and Movement class for toddlers and preschoolers! This class includes singing ...

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch
Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Now on the second and fourth Saturday of each month, we get together to do a special Music and Movement class for toddlers and preschoolers! This class includes

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Computer Tutor

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Park Forest - Computer Area at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Technology
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having. Thursdays, Fridays,  & Saturdays, by appointment only.  Fridays are ...

Library Branch: Park Forest Branch
Room: Park Forest - Computer Area
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Technology
Event Details:

Call ahead to schedule one-on-one time to work on basic technology problems you are having.
Thursdays, Fridays,  & Saturdays, by appointment only.  Fridays are bilingual.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

English Language Learning

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 2 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
English Language Learning
Age Group:
Adult
Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: English Language Learning
This event is in the "Adult" group.

The SEWcial Club

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
North Oak Cliff - Auditorium at North Oak Cliff Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Calling all sewers, knitters, quilters, and embroiders! Come to our Sew and Tell with your latest project as we share tips and ideas. Beginners welcome! Bring your own supplies ...

Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Calling all sewers, knitters, quilters, and embroiders! Come to our Sew and Tell with your latest project as we share tips and ideas. Beginners welcome!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Vision Boards Workshop

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Oak Lawn - Auditorium at Oak Lawn Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

This December, set your intentions for the new year! In this hands-on workshop, participants will create personalized vision boards, using images, words, and art to reflect goals, ...

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

This December, set your intentions for the new year! In this hands-on workshop, participants will create personalized vision boards, using images, words, and art to reflect goals, aspirations, and inspiration for 2025.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Meditation at the Library

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

We will have a meditation session for those interested in learning to relax, breathe, and focus. All are welcome!

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

We will have a meditation session for those interested in learning to relax, breathe, and focus. All are welcome!

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Adult Coloring Session

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Skillman Southwestern - Auditorium at Skillman Southwestern Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Coloring is shown to have excellent therapeutic benefits. Leave the world behind for a little "me time." Unwind, relax, and tap into your creativity while engaging in a calming art...

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

Coloring is shown to have excellent therapeutic benefits. Leave the world behind for a little "me time." Unwind, relax, and tap into your creativity while engaging in a calming artistic practice.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Diamond Art For Adults

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Like a combination of cross-stitch and paint-by-numbers, diamond painting is the new creative hobby that’s taking the crafting world by storm. You simply apply colorful resin rhine...

Required
Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Like a combination of cross-stitch and paint-by-numbers, diamond painting is the new creative hobby that’s taking the crafting world by storm. You simply apply colorful resin rhinestones to richly-pigmented canvas paintings. The result?

This event is in the "Family" group.

6th Annual Jerry Pinkney Day & Kwanzaa Celebration

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium at Forest Green Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature, Featured
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

This Kwanzaa event will celebrate the works of award-winning children's author and illustrator Jerry Pinkney. Bring the entire family and immerse yourself in Kwanzaa crafts and ...

Library Branch: Forest Green Branch
Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Featured
Event Details:

This Kwanzaa event will celebrate the works of award-winning children's author and illustrator Jerry Pinkney.

Bring the entire family and immerse yourself in Kwanzaa crafts and the works of other African-American children's authors.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Acrylic Painting 101

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Timberglen - Classroom at Timberglen Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Bring your creativity with you as we delve into the basics of acrylic painting. We will work together to create our own renditions of the selected monthly painting. All supplies ar...

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

Bring your creativity with you as we delve into the basics of acrylic painting. We will work together to create our own renditions of the selected monthly painting. All supplies are provided.

 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Movie Saturdays

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Watch a fun movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!   Note: times, room, and films are subject to change.

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Auditorium (1st Floor)
Age Group: Adult
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Watch a fun movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!

 

Note: times, room, and films are subject to change.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Peaceful Paper Crafts: Vision Boards

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room A & B at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult
Event Details:

Unwind and explore the art of origami. Learn about how to start the year with an intentional mindset and goals as we create a vision board for the new year. Cut out images and word...

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:

Unwind and explore the art of origami. Learn about how to start the year with an intentional mindset and goals as we create a vision board for the new year.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Winter Break Family Board Games

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Park Forest - Auditorium at Park Forest Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Enjoy a family board game afternoon!Games provided. All ages invited. 

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

Enjoy a family board game afternoon!

Games provided. All ages invited.

 

This event is in the "Family" group.

STEAM Family Movie Time

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

During our STEAM Family Movie time will we be exploring a STEM concept behind a classic film and creating a memorable take-home craft. We will provide the popcorn you will provide ...

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

During our STEAM Family Movie time will we be exploring a STEM concept behind a classic film and creating a memorable take-home craft. We will provide the popcorn you will provide the brains for a STEAM-powered experience. 

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Knitting and Crochet Club

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:45pm
Grauwyler Park - In Library at Grauwyler Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Are you new to knitting or crocheting? Don't worry—all skill levels are welcome, and we're happy to help you learn.Explore your creative side, make new friends and learn a new yarn...

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

Are you new to knitting or crocheting? Don't worry—all skill levels are welcome, and we're happy to help you learn.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Career Launch Pad

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fretz Park - In Library at Fretz Park Branch
Program Type:
Economic/Workforce Development
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 - In Library
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development
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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Craft Saturdays

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 1 at Vickery Park Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Adult, Seniors
Event Details:

Do you want to learn or increase your skills?  Come and join us every Saturday @ 2pm to knit, crochet, cross-stitch, and macrame. We will provide supplies; if there's a ...

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch
Room: Vickery Park - Classroom 1
Age Group: Adult, Seniors
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Do you want to learn or increase your skills? 

Come and join us every Saturday @ 2pm to knit, crochet, cross-stitch, and macrame.

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.

MOVEMENT Saturday

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11)
Event Details:

Let's Move! Explore a wide variety of movements, from Zumba to Yoga. Prepare to move, dance, and have fun!

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)
Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Let's Move! Explore a wide variety of movements, from Zumba to Yoga. Prepare to move, dance, and have fun!

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Funday, Game Day

Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Renner-Frankford - In Library at Renner Frankford Branch
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Spend a day of fun playing games at the library with your family! 

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - In Library
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Event Details:

Spend a day of fun playing games at the library with your family! 

This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Monsters Club

Sunday, December 29, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - Teen Spot (2nd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature
Age Group:
School Age (ages 6-11), Teen
Event Details:

Join famous monster hunter Van Helising on a trip around the globe to find haunted castles, dragons, witches, and more. Learn the defining characteristics of each beast, where it c...

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

Join famous monster hunter Van Helising on a trip around the globe to find haunted castles, dragons, witches, and more. Learn the defining characteristics of each beast, where it can be found, and most importantly, how to defeat it.