Week Calendar

Join us in welcoming the Year of the Dragon!

Stregthen your mind and body with health and fitness. The time is now. Let's walk it out together! 

Do you want to learn how to play chess?  Are you a chess enthusiast or looking for someone to play against? Then come check out Mountain Creek our Chess Club! Chess boards are provided.

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! 

Love is in the air, and the library is here to celebrate the season of affection with our Senior's Valentine's Day Party! 💘📚 Join us for an enchanting afternoon filled with warmth, laughter, and, of course, love.

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 month, Dallas Public Library Genealogy & History staff will give a tour of Dallas Public Library's top ten genealogy collection and specifically highlight materials of interest to a Jewish genealogy researcher.

Ignite the art of beautiful penmanship in your child with our Cursive Handwriting Series for Kids! In this engaging series, we'll take young learners on a journey through the elegant world of cursive writing.

Theater Club Needs You!

The Youth Discovery Center is looking for young actors of all experience levels to join the Theater Club.

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

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

It's Crafternoon at Audelia Road Branch Library! Craft your Melody Maker & Dive into Black History Month by crafting an African thumb piano using everyday materials like hairpins and popsicle sticks.

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

Celebrate the Lunar New Year and Year of the Dragon at the Forest Green Branch Library! 

A quick and easy introduction to paint pouring! Whether you're experienced or a newcomer, this art form is easy to pick up and get started. Learn to mix paints, pick complementing colors, and how to use different pouring techniques.

Preschool craft time allows toddlers to develop fine motor skills, creativity and early math and literacy skills. 

Learn how to take your dream of starting a business and put it into action. In this class, you will learn everything you need to know about starting a business.

Gather at the Skyline library for a senior's Valentine's Day sculpting craft with CAP artist Dora Brought Plenty! This program is open to adults and seniors.

Registration required.

We'll progress through the alphabet, exploring a different animal each week, from "A" for "Ant" to "Z" for "Zebra." Your child will learn about fascinating creatures while building their animal knowledge.

This class is for beginners who have never knit and for people who have not knit for a while who would like a refresh on the basics. 

Learn the basics:

Mitotiliztli Yaoyollohtli Aztec dance company is a family of danzantes plus relatives in the Dallas area who present full scale performances with authentic and stunning regalia.

Help us usher in the magic and brilliance of the 2024 Lunar New Year by making lanterns. Let's light up the night with your handcrafted lanterns, symbolizing hope, prosperity, and community.

In celebration of Black History Month, we are proud to present Gordon Parks' adaptation of his own novel about a black teenager living in 1920s Kansas.

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.

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.

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.

Spend an afternoon relaxing and brushing up on your art skills with our art instructor Irving. Learn the basics of different aquamedia and how to use/maintain our many art tools until you're ready to pursue your own ideas and art pieces. 

We're celebrating Black History Month with a creative twist that empowers and inspires. Join us for a unique program where teens will receive their very own tote bags and learn how to screen print powerful quotes from famous Black individuals.

Honor the rich tapestry of Black history, culture, and achievement with our community fair, Black Excellence Unleashed, a tribute to the remarkable heroes of real-life and fiction. 

Join us for a delightful afternoon of creativity and connection at our recurring "Family Crafternoon"! This month, dive into the mesmerizing realm of Watercolor Luminaries.

Happy New Year!

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class.

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class.

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

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class.

We're spreading the warmth and joy of Valentine's Day. Join us for a heartwarming program where seniors will gather to play Valentine's Day games and decorate their very own heart-shaped boxes. Love, laughter, and creativity await!

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class.

Discover the therapeutic art of basket weaving with our guided adult program. Unwind, create beautiful baskets, and connect with a like-minded community while mastering this age-old craft. No prior experience required!

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

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

Meet other musicians, learn new songs, and play together in a relaxed and supportive environment. Acoustic musicians of all skill levels are invited to bring an instrument and join in. 

All are welcome to enjoy the music!

It's adventure time!

Bitten by a radioactive spider in the subway, Brooklyn teenager Miles Morales suddenly develops mysterious powers that transform him into the one and only Spider-Man.

Prepare to level up your family fun at Game Day: The Classics! Dive into a treasure trove of timeless games that have stood the test of time. From Connect 4 to Jenga, we've got all the classics ready for you to enjoy.

It's the year of the dragon! Learn about the lunar new year, dragons, and more!

We will be making a paper dragon puppet to celebrate the lunar new year.

Mr. Jeong will perform the following works:

F. Chopin (1810-1849) Nocturne in c minor Op. 48 No. 1 

L.V. Beethoven (1770-1827) Piano Sonata No. 26 in E-flat Major Op. 81a, "Les Adieux"

New year, new family history goals! Do you have photos, scrapbooks or slides that you want to digitize?

Adults and Seniors are invited to make and take home their own flower picture frames. These would make the perfect Valentine's day gift! All materials will be supplied.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the Library with a fun arts and crafts activity! Make paper conversation hearts or paper butterflies and celebrate the things and people you love!

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class.

Come knit and be a wit every Tuesday at the Lakewood Branch Library!

(Crochet...if you must...)

Take a trip to the cinema at the Forest Green Branch Library! School-aged, kids, tweens, and teens are invited to join us every month for a movie screening in our Auditorium, starting at 2:30 p.m.

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class.

Want to socialize and relax with other adults at the library? Drop in for a social hour of coloring and music. All supplies are provided, although you are also welcome to bring your own.

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class.

Do you want to learn or increase your skills? 

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

Create your own contemporary modern art while learning some techniques used to create works like Dali, Pollack or Picasso.

Painting with Alex Cely is supported in part by the City of Dallas Office of Arts and Culture.

Are you an Urban Fiction reader?

This month we will be reading-

Provocative Attraction by Altonya Washington

Description:

We are thrilled to be visited by the Creature Teacher to bring live animals to the library!
Come visit us and you'll get to see and learn about all kinds of creatures from the cute-and-cuddly to creepy-crawlies and everyone in between!

If you love talking about murder, listening to true crime podcasts, and daydream about becoming a crime scene investigator, then this book club is for you!

Pase por Bachman Lake Branch Library los Sabados por la tarde si le gusta tejer o hacer ganchillo.

The African American Genealogical Interest Group explores areas of genealogy research unique to the African Americ

This workshop with CAP Artist VET will offer participants the opportunity to learn about fiber art and hand construction of fabric narratives.  The will make small art quilts from fabric, thread, yarn, beads, glue and assorted embellishments.

Pleasant Grove celebrates Black History Month! Come to the library for an exciting jazz performance with special guest Len Barnett Percussion Things! 

Every Tuesday afterschool there will be a new craft available to make and take with you.

Todos los martes hay una nueva artesanía disponible para hacer y llevar contigo.

The book club with no assigned reading and no pressure!

Think of Silent Book Club as introvert happy hour. We'll meet twice a month at The Spin Coffee and Vinyl to read, drink coffee, and be in community with other bookworms.

In celebration of Valentine's Day create a balance scale for candy hearts.

All materials provided by the Friends of the Dallas Public Library. 

Free! Unwind afterschool each week with different activities featuring, STEAM, games, or LEGOs.

This week: STEAM Binary Code Bracelets!

It's adventure time!

It's a bird, it's a plane, it's a... popsicle stick? 

Join us to make a popsicle stick craft worthy of hanging on your kitchen fridge!

Join us for FREE weekly music classes with top-notch instructors at your local library! Instruments will be provided for use during class.

4 p - 4:45 p Guitar 

Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library!

Jules Verne is famous for his pioneering Science-Fiction novels. Come learn more about his works and create your own squid from Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea.

Get ready to infuse your creative spirit with color and movement! Join us for an engaging and interactive program where we'll craft a mesmerizing masterpiece.

Bandan Koro's Dance performances feature a high energy interactive and dynamic display of African drumming, song and dance choreography while sharing history and cultural context.

Test your mettle on the Sony PlayStation or Nintendo Switch, or kick back and watch along!

Wednesdays at 4pm will be the keyboard class with an emphasis on music theory!

Classes run from January 3 through March 20. 

We'll progress through the alphabet, exploring a different animal each week, from "A" for "Ant" to "Z" for "Zebra." Your child will learn about fascinating creatures while building their animal knowledge.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a creative twist during this Banksy-Inspired Heart Paintings for kids program! During this artistic adventure, young creators will blend the captivating style of Banksy with the warmth of Valentine’s Day.

Stop by the Vickery Park Branch Library every Wednesday @ 4 pm to learn the rules and strategies of chess!

This program is suitable for kids ages 7 and up and welcome to all!

Meet new friends and discover the addiction of the game of Mah Jongg.

These sessions will be open play with no instructors.

You must bring your own set.

Lunar New Year is almost upon us! This year we enter the year of the Dragon- said to bring opportunity, power, change, and honor.

Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library!

Instruments will be provided for use during class and may be available to check out (just like a library book).

Unwind with us after a stressful day at school with some free build LEGO time.

Calling all gamers!

Play chess and meet people in a casual-friendly environment! This club meets every Thursday. All skill levels are welcome. 

Years of history and tradition are contained in the food we eat every day. Celebrate Black History Month with food, community, and conversation.

5:00 p - 5:45 p -Violin & Theory

Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library!

Sign up at the front desk or email vickerypark@dallas.gov

Celebrate valentine's day by making a scentimental wax melt for you or a loved one. All supplies provided! Register to secure your spot.

Gather at Skyline for a Valentine's spa craft date night with your significant other or even your group of friends. You'll be guided in a DIY craft night in creating your own bath bombs, which all supplies will be provided for at the program.

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. Great for ages 8 - 18. For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.

5:00 p - 5:45 pm - Violin

Join us for FREE weekly music classes at Vickery Park Branch with top-notch instructors at your local library!

Do you play chess? Are you interested in learning to play chess?

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. Great for ages 8 - 18. For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.

Learn about 'Kit Bashing' - combining parts of different models - through making some customized 28mm miniatures.

Celebrate and show love to the women who make up your support system!

We'll be crafting thank you cards and pipe cleaner flower bouquets!

All materials are available while supplies last. 

Let’s build together!

Children will create masterpieces with colorful Lego’s by using their motor and sensory skills.

Lego's will be provided!

Participants will exercise skills such as listening, reasoning, communication, and physicality in order to heighten their imagination, ability to react and to relate to one and other.

Step into a world of romance and creativity as we host an exclusive "Sweetheart Soiree: Valentine Fake Cakes". This is a unique adult-only event that combines the charm of Valentine's Day with the joy of artistic expression.

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Learn Spanish by focusing on a variety of topics such as grammar, culture, customs and current events in the Spanish speaking world! 

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. . For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.

Step into a world of color and calm at our Silent Adult Coloring Night with Music! Dive into a realm of relaxation as you unleash your creativity onto the page with vibrant hues.

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup.

This program is open to Spanish language learners of all levels. 

Join us in welcoming Lakewood resident Jim Schutze, an acclaimed journalist and author. 

This month's selection: Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan

Need a copy of the book club book? Ask at the front desk of the library!

Email: northoakcliff@dallascityhall.com

We are excited to offer this 9-week course in beginner piano for adults. If you have always wanted to learn piano but never did, now's your time to start!

Join us for an evening of crafting: Today we will make suncatchers! We'll be using a technique that requires minimal dexterity to create a visually stunning window ornament!

Do you love a good mystery?

Would you like to share your love of mysteries with others?

Join the Audelia Road Branch's Mystery Book Club which meets every 3rd Thursday of the month to discuss a predetermined book.

Lochwood branch library is proud to host the South Dallas Concert choir for their annual celebration of Black History Month. Join for a concert filled with poetry, spoken word, dance, much singing and laughter!

Step away from the hustle and bustle of daily life and discover the therapeutic world of coloring during our Relax and Color: Adult Coloring Session.

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. . For the best learning experience, students should try to attend as many sessions as possible.

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