Upcoming Events

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Happy Holidays!

All Day 11/22 - 12/31

Community Events

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However you're celebrating this holiday season, Dallas Public Library has programs to get you into a festive mood!For Families and ChildrenDecember 6, Noon - 2 p.m., Holiday Family...

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Library Branch: Community Events

Age Group: Family, School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17), Adult (18+)

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

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However you're celebrating this holiday season, Dallas Public Library has programs to get you into a festive mood!

"The Christmas Book Flood" by Emily Kilgore

The Christmas Book Flood: Jólabókaflóð

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:30pm

Audelia Road - Auditorium at Audelia Road Branch

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Learn about Jólabókaflóð, pronounced yo-la-bok-a-flot, as we read "The Christmas Book Flood" By Emily Kilgore.After the story, stay for a festive craft. In honor of this Icela...

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Library Branch: Audelia Road Branch

Room: Audelia Road - Auditorium

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Learn about Jólabókaflóð, pronounced yo-la-bok-a-flot, as we read "The Christmas Book Flood" By Emily Kilgore.

The Art of Tea Ceremonies

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm

Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch

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We are proud to present Mariel Ma of Sunshine Studio to demonstrate and speak about traditional tea ceremonies. Sunshine Studio is dedicated to celebrating and promoting the rich t...

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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch

Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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We are proud to present Mariel Ma of Sunshine Studio to demonstrate and speak about traditional tea ceremonies.

Jane Austen Birthday Tea

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch

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“But indeed, I would rather have nothing but tea.”― Jane Austen, Mansfield ParkCelebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday with us! Learn about the history of tea during the regency per...

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Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch

Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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“But indeed, I would rather have nothing but tea.”
― Jane Austen, Mansfield Park

Chanukah Celebration

Thursday, December 18, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Preston Royal - Auditorium at Preston Royal Branch

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Celebrate and connect in Chanukah spirit!Bring your family to enjoy this special holiday event; there will be a storytime, crafts, photo wall, scavenger hunt and more. We will also...

Library Branch: Preston Royal Branch

Room: Preston Royal - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

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Celebrate and connect in Chanukah spirit!

Dancers and drummers performing while a woman in blue watches and claps

7th Annual Jerry Pinkney Day & Kwanzaa Celebration

Saturday, December 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm

Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium at Forest Green Branch

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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 African dance, music, s...

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Library Branch: Forest Green Branch

Room: Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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

Four pair of children's legs in cozy pajamas and fuzzy socks

End of the Year Pajama Party

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm

Park Forest - Auditorium at Park Forest Branch

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Take over the entire library for the afternoon! We will have a movie in the auditorium, games in the teen area, coloring in the children's area, a scavenger hunt and photo boo...

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Library Branch: Park Forest Branch

Room: Park Forest - Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Take over the entire library for the afternoon! We will have a movie in the auditorium, games in the teen area, coloring in the children's area, a scavenger hunt and photo booth with our large Kermie.

An adult pouring a bag full of balloons on an ecstatic child

Noon Year's Eve

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

North Oak Cliff - Auditorium at North Oak Cliff Branch

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Have your little ones missed out on ringing in the new year in the past because midnight is way past their bed time? Come to the North Oak Cliff Library to ring in the "Noon Year"....

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Library Branch: North Oak Cliff Branch

Room: North Oak Cliff - Auditorium

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Have your little ones missed out on ringing in the new year in the past because midnight is way past their bed time? Come to the North Oak Cliff Library to ring in the "Noon Year".

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Playing With Light: Two- and Three Dimensional Works by Jay Laxton

All Day 11/29–12/13

Family

Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Pollock Showcases (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature, Exhibit

Annual Book Giveaway!

12/01/2025 @ 9:00am–12/23/2025 @ 5:00pm

Family

White Rock Hills - In Library

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - In Library

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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When you visit the White Rock Library Branch, under the Christmas Tree, you will find a "mystery title" wrapped in holiday paper for your child or teen to enjoy and to KEEP for FREE*!

English Language Class

1:00pm–2:30pm

Adult (18+)

White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

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English Language Learning

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm–4:30pm

School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Registration Required

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches

Registration Required

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Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

NTFB Application Assistance for Social Services

9:30am–4:30pm

Adult (18+)

Central Library - Conference Room 2 (6th Floor)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Conference Room 2 (6th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Community & City Engagement

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Get help from the North Texas Food Bank signing up for Texas Health and Human Services benefits such as SNAP, Medicaid, TANF, and Medicare Savings Program.

Connected Dallas: Stay Connected, Get Empowered!

10:30am–1:30pm

Adult (18+)

Central Library - East Side Floor Area (6th Floor)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - East Side Floor Area (6th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Economic/Workforce Development

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Need to learn how to get connected to the internet? Setup email? Pay bills online? Find out how to shop online safely?

Keyboard Class

1:00pm–1:45pm

Family

Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Guitar Class

2:00pm–2:45pm

Family

Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm–4:30pm

School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Registration Required

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches

Registration Required

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Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

Afterschool Crafts: Charm Bracelets

4:00pm–5:00pm

School Age (ages 6-12)

White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12)

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

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Need to spice up your jewelry box? Come make some charmed bracelets in this fun craft!

Teen Swiftie Meet-Up

4:00pm–6:00pm

Teen (ages 13-17)

Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Kahn Pavilion (2nd Floor)

Age Group: Teen (ages 13-17)

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

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Missed out on going to the Eras Tour? Yeah, so did we. Join us at the Youth Discovery Center for an evening of Swiftie fun. Listen to Taylor's best hits, make friendship bracelets, and even dance around to get rid of some stress.

Piece it Together: Puzzle Night

5:30pm–7:30pm

Adult (18+)

White Rock Hills - Teen Area

Registration Required

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Teen Area

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

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Put your problem-solving skills to the test! Join us for an evening dedicated entirely to the art of piecing things together! Gather your team (or join one when you arrive) to complete jigsaw puzzles of varying sizes and difficulty levels.

Toddler Storytime

10:30am–11:30am

Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)

Program Type: Early Literacy

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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

Voice Class

1:00pm–1:45pm

Family

Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Fiber Arts Workroom Open Office Hours!

1:00pm–2:00pm

Adult (18+)

Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)

Registration Required

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Fiber Arts Workroom (4th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

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Need help on a project? Have a question about sewing machines? Want to hang out & craft with friends?

English Language Class

1:00pm–2:30pm

Adult (18+)

White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Classroom A & B

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: English Language Learning

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English Language Learning

Violin Class

2:00pm–2:45pm

Family

Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Spanish Documents for Non-Spanish Speakers

2:00pm–3:00pm

Adult (18+)

Central Library - In Library (8th Floor)

Registration Required

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

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Professional genealogist Katy Bodenhorn, B.A.

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm–4:30pm

School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Registration Required

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches

Registration Required

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Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

Earth Day Every Day: The Christmas Bird Count

11:00am–12:00pm

Adult (18+)

Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)

Registration Required

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Hamon Training Room (5th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

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This Christmas, do more than just buy gifts for your loved ones. Share in the experience of counting birds by joining nature lovers worldwide to contribute to citizen science efforts that help monitor bird populations.

Dallasite Yogis

12:00pm–12:30pm

Adult (18+)

Central Library - Classroom F (6th Floor)

Registration Required

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Classroom F (6th Floor)

Age Group: Adult (18+)

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Registration Required

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Free yoga class led by Jarrett Chatman - all levels welcome!

Bring a yoga mat and wear flexible clothing. If you don't have a mat, we've got one for you.

Keyboard Class

1:00pm–1:45pm

Family

Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

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Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Ukulele Class

2:00pm–2:45pm

Family

Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Library Branch: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library

Room: Central Library - Shirley Philipson Pollock Performance Space (4th Floor)

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Arts, Culture, & Literature

Event Details:

Want to learn how to play your favorite instrument? Get started with FREE weekly classes taught by our top-notch instructors at your local library!

Afterschool Snacks

3:30pm–4:30pm

School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Registration Required

Library Branch: White Rock Hills Branch

Room: White Rock Hills - Auditorium

Age Group: School Age (ages 6-12), Teen (ages 13-17)

Program Type: Afterschool Supersnack & Lunches

Registration Required

Event Details:

Free after-school meals for children up to 18 years old are available Monday-Friday from 3:30 – 4:30 pm. Meals must be consumed in the room in which they are served.

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