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Repair What You Wear

Friday, July 18, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lakewood - Auditorium at Lakewood Branch

Event Details:

Learn the skills to take your holey jeans or socks to the next level!  Hand sewing supplies will be provided for the duration of the program.

Library Branch: Lakewood Branch
Room: Lakewood - Auditorium
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn the skills to take your holey jeans or socks to the next level!  Hand sewing supplies will be provided for the duration of the program.

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Strategy Saturday

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Central Library - East Wing (6th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Event Details:

Test your mind, sharpen your strategy, try your luck, play some games, make new friends...this Saturday is all about games! We will have board games, chess, puzzles, and Magic...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - East Wing (6th Floor)
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Test your mind, sharpen your strategy, try your luck, play some games, make new friends...this Saturday is all about games!

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#TeenWritersProject Workshop

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B at Hampton-Illinois Branch

Event Details:

During the #TeenWritersProject's workshop we will explore the literary arts and spoken word. Participants will be given writing prompts , they will be guided by professional writer...

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B
Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

During the #TeenWritersProject's workshop we will explore the literary arts and spoken word.

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Writing your Ancestor's Story

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library - In Library (8th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Event Details:

Do you know a family story or information about your family tree, but haven't written it down? Are you stuck on your research and don't know where to go? Or maybe just interested i...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - In Library (8th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you know a family story or information about your family tree, but haven't written it down? Are you stuck on your research and don't know where to go? Or maybe just interested in a technique to help you take help the next step?

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National Tattoo Day: Crafternoon Ink Party

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Oak Lawn - Auditorium at Oak Lawn Branch

Event Details:

No needles. No regrets. Just pure creative expression.Whether you're tatted head to toe or just ink-curious, this adults-only art party is your chance to explore the bold, the beau...

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

No needles. No regrets. Just pure creative expression.

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Honeybee Show-and-Tell

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Fretz Park - Classroom 1 at Fretz Park Branch

Event Details:

Buzz Into Beekeeping with Delve Experiences!Discover the fascinating world of bees! In this hands-on program, you'll explore the science behind beekeeping and uncover how fact...

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

Buzz Into Beekeeping with Delve Experiences!


Discover the fascinating world of bees! 

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Summerween Party

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium at Mountain Creek Branch

Event Details:

Things are getting spooky way ahead of schedule—it's time for Summerween! Inspired by the mysterious world of Gravity Falls, this family-friendly celebration blends ...

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

Things are getting spooky way ahead of schedule—it's time for Summerween!

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An Evening at Pemberley

Saturday, July 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Central Library - East Wing (6th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Event Details:

"One cannot have too large a party."- Jane AustenThe Dallas Public Libraryrequests the pleasure of your companyat An Evening at Pemberley a ball in honor of Jane Austen's 250t...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room: Central Library - East Wing (6th Floor)
Age Group: Adult (18+)
Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature
Registration Required
Event Details:

"One cannot have too large a party."- Jane Austen


The Dallas Public Library
requests the pleasure of your company

at An Evening at Pemberley 

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Here Comes Kindergarten

Sunday, July 27, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Renner-Frankford - Auditorium at Renner Frankford Branch

Event Details:

Starting Kindergarten can be scary for parents and children! Build confidence, school readiness, and social emotional skills at this fun and educational self-paced program.Each ses...

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch
Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Early Literacy
Registration Required
Event Details:

Starting Kindergarten can be scary for parents and children! Build confidence, school readiness, and social emotional skills at this fun and educational self-paced program.

Timberglen Sprayground

Stories at the Sprayground

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:00am
Community Events

Event Details:

Splash into Summer with a special storytime geared towards the whole family in June and July. This storytime will be held at the Timberglen Spraygrounds. Remember to bring sunscree...

Library Branch: Community Events
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Splash into Summer with a special storytime geared towards the whole family in June and July. This storytime will be held at the Timberglen Spraygrounds. Remember to bring sunscreen and something to sit on.

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Stories with Clarice Tinsley

Monday, July 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
North Oak Cliff - Auditorium at North Oak Cliff Branch

Event Details:

Join Reading Ambassador and Fox 4 News Anchor Clarice Tinsley for stories and fun!

Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch
Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium
Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading
Event Details:

Join Reading Ambassador and Fox 4 News Anchor Clarice Tinsley for stories and fun!

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Back to School Community Fair

Saturday, August 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Lochwood - Lower Parking Lot at Lochwood Branch

Event Details:

Get ready for the new school year with the library and a selection of local businesses and organizations! You'll have a chance to pick up school supplies from our 4th annual s...

Library Branch: Lochwood Branch
Room: Lochwood - Lower Parking Lot
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Community & City Engagement
Event Details:

Get ready for the new school year with the library and a selection of local businesses and organizations! 

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