Upcoming Events

Name: The American Revolution Experience Exhibit
Start: 2024-11-01
End: 2024-11-30
Location: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

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Revolutionary war soldiers and woman with food. Words "The American Revolution Experience Traveling Exhibit"

The American Revolution Experience Exhibit

All Day 11/1 - 11/30

Central Library - Concourse (1st Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

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Follow the story of the American Revolution from the perspectives of ordinary citizens in this special exhibit on loan from the Daughters of the American Revolution. To commemor...

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Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Concourse (1st Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Exhibit

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Follow the story of the American Revolution from the perspectives of ordinary citizens in this special exhibit on loan from the Daughters of the American Revolution.

Text "Native American Heritage Month" on a background of Native American beadwork.

Native American Heritage Month Programs

All Day 11/13 - 11/26

Community Events

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Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with these fun programs to celebrate, honor, and highlight the Native American community's history and achievements. &nb...

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Library Branch: Community Events

Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen, Adult, Seniors

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Civic Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

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Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with these fun programs to celebrate, honor, and highlight the Native American community's history and achievements.

Community Closet

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Oak Lawn - In Library at Oak Lawn Branch

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The Oak Lawn Branch Library's Community Closet offers free clothing, shoes, and accessories to anyone in need, with a focus on creating a safe and welcoming space for gender-affirm...

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Library Branch: Oak Lawn Branch

Room: Oak Lawn - In Library

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Civic Engagement

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The Oak Lawn Branch Library's Community Closet offers free clothing, shoes, and accessories to anyone in need, with a focus on creating a safe and welcoming space for gender-affirming apparel.

MLK 50th Birthday Celebration

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 12:00pm - 2:00pm

Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library at Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Celebrate the Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch Library's 50th birthday with food, music, and community! The Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch 50th Birthday Celebration is supported i...

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Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - In Library

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Celebrate the Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch Library's 50th birthday with food, music, and community!

Sci-fi After Dark: A Fallout-Themed Geek Night at The Library

Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm

Central Library - Study Room (3rd Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

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"WOW! Attention Vault Dwellers, set the world on fire at our epic journey into the post-apocalyptic world of tomorrow! Test your wits and get your kicks with our fun waste...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Study Room (3rd Floor)

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Required

Seats Remaining: 183

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"WOW! Attention Vault Dwellers, set the world on fire at our epic journey into the post-apocalyptic world of tomorrow!

Resources for Native American Research

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Central Library - In Library (8th Floor) at J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

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Are there rumors of Native American ancestry in your family tree? Are you uncertain as to where to start your Native American heritage research? Learn about different resources (bo...

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - In Library (8th Floor)

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

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Are there rumors of Native American ancestry in your family tree? Are you uncertain as to where to start your Native American heritage research? Learn about different resources (both online and in-print) that can help you get started.

Creature Teacher, An Afternoon with Mammals!

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Audelia Road - In Library at Audelia Road Branch

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Creature Teacher will be here with seven different mammals to present to our audience. Yes, there will be a kangaroo! Sponsored by the Audelia Road Library Friends....

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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch

Room: Audelia Road - In Library

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Creature Teacher will be here with seven different mammals to present to our audience.

Yes, there will be a kangaroo!

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Mahjong Club

11:30am - 2:00pm

Adult

Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Looking to play Mahjong in a relaxed, friendly environment? We're a club that meets Tuesdays and Fridays to socialize and play games of a beginner-friendly Chinese version of mahjong with optional scoring.

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm - 4:00pm

Vickery Park - Auditorium

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium

Purpose of Meeting

Afterschool Snacks -- 9/3/2024 through 05/23/2024, M-F

Free Math Tutoring K-12

10:00am - 12:00pm

School Age (ages 6-11), Teen

North Oak Cliff - Conference Room

Registration

Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch

Room: North Oak Cliff - Conference Room

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 15

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Must register online to participate: https://intellichoice.org/

This program is hosted by IntelliChoice

IntelliChoice K-12 Math Tutoring

10:00am - 12:00pm

School Age (ages 6-11), Teen

Fretz Park - Classroom 1

Library Branch: Fretz Park Branch

Room: Fretz Park - Classroom 1

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen

Program Type: Civic Engagement

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Free K-12 math tutoring! IntelliChoice offers math tutoring every Saturday, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. led by Dr. Gil Lee from the University of Texas. No appointment needed!

Intellichoice Math Tutoring

10:00am - 12:00pm

School Age (ages 6-11), Teen

Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

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Are you having trouble in Math? Get FREE tutoring Saturdays 10am - 12pm from Intellichoice Math Tutors. Available for all students up to grade 12.

IntelliChoice Math Tutoring K-12

10:00am - 12:00pm

School Age (ages 6-11), Teen

Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2

Library Branch: Martin Luther King, Jr.

Room: Martin Luther King, Jr. - Classroom 1 & 2

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-11), Teen

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

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English Language Learning

10:30am - 12:00pm

Adult

Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch

Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

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

Hora de Cuentos

10:30am - 11:30am

Infant & Toddler

Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B

Library Branch: Grauwyler Park Branch

Room: Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B

Age Group: Infant & Toddler

Program Type: Early Literacy

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¡Cuentos, canciones y rímas en español para niños que quieren leer! Para edades de 6 años y menor.

American Mahjong

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Seniors

White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Registration

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Seniors

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 60

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Play a game of American Mahjong with others!

Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm - 4:00pm

Vickery Park - Auditorium

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium

Purpose of Meeting

Afterschool Snacks -- 9/3/2024 through 05/23/2024, M-F

Prism Health North Texas

9:00am - 12:00pm

Adult

Prairie Creek - Lobby

Library Branch: Prairie Creek Branch

Room: Prairie Creek - Lobby

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Outreach

Event Details:

Prism Health North Texas has certified enrollment navigators to help you apply for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act.

In Stitches

10:00am - 12:00pm

Adult

Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Calling all knit, crochet, needlepoint, cross-stitch, sewing and fiber arts enthusiasts! Bring your projects and materials for a morning "in stitches" with other fiber craft artists. All skill levels are welcome!

American Mahjong

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Seniors

White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Registration

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Seniors

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 60

Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!

Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.

GED Class

1:00pm - 2:30pm

Adult

Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch

Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: GED

Event Details:

Are you ready to unlock new opportunities and take the next steps towards your educational and career goals? Our GED preparation classes are designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills to successfully obtain your GED certificate.

Mahjong Club

1:00pm - 3:30pm

Adult

Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm - 4:00pm

Vickery Park - Auditorium

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium

Purpose of Meeting

Afterschool Snacks -- 9/3/2024 through 05/23/2024, M-F

Afterschool Supersnack/Supermerienda extraescolar

3:45pm - 4:15pm

Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen

Dallas West - In Library

Library Branch: Dallas West Branch

Room: Dallas West - In Library

Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen

Program Type: Civic Engagement, Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

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Refuel afterschool 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.

Afterschool Supersnack/Recarga tus Energías con Nutrición

4:30pm - 5:00pm

Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen

Highland Hills - Classroom B

Library Branch: Highland Hills Branch

Room: Highland Hills - Classroom B

Age Group: Preschool, School Age (ages 6-11), Teen

Program Type: Out-of-School Time/Summer Reading

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.

Spanish Learners Conversation Table

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Adult

Renner-Frankford - Study Room A

Library Branch: Renner Frankford Branch

Room: Renner-Frankford - Study Room A

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Español

Event Details:

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup. This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels.

English Language Learning

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Adult

Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Library Branch: Hampton-Illinois Branch

Room: Hampton-Illinois - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: English Language Learning

Event Details:

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

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am

Infant & Toddler, Preschool

Audelia Road - Auditorium

Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch

Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium

Age Group: Infant & Toddler, Preschool

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am

Infant & Toddler

White Rock Hills - Children's Area

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Children's Area

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

American Mahjong

12:00pm - 3:00pm

Seniors

White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Registration

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Seniors

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 60

Event Details:

Play a game of American Mahjong with others!

Contact Lester Hanson at 8172290649 if you'd like to learn how to play to set up a learning appointment.

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm - 4:00pm

Vickery Park - Auditorium

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Vickery Park Branch

Room: Vickery Park - Auditorium

Purpose of Meeting

Afterschool Snacks -- 9/3/2024 through 05/23/2024, M-F

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