Week Calendar

Performed by Ballet North Texas, dive into the enchanting world of Miguel Cervantes' Don Quixote, where adventures and whimsical characters come to life! Perfect for school-aged kids and their families.

Theater Club Needs You!

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

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

Sign up to receive FREE math tutoring for grades K-12 at the Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library.

Students from DISD will be bussed over by Polk Rec Center staff during spring break for a special visit to the library.

🪷Relax with us🪷

Imagination Playground - Big Blue Blocks

Immerse your child in an imaginative play space that they and other children create using big blue foam blocks, imagination and cooperation. Are you intrigued? Great we hope to see you there!

Scoping it Out!

 Nintendo Switch – Fun game day with all Mario games on the big screen.

Join us for an exciting and informative educational visit from the heroes of the Dallas Fire Rescue!

Spend Spring Break at Lochwood Branch Library as we explore the wonders of sound and learn about how it is used to create music!

Level up at our Mario themed Spring Break programs this week!

Mar 10 - Mario Bros Movie

Mar 11 - Super Mario crafts - create Mario & Luigi's hats, Koopa Troopas, mushrooms, and more!

This beginner level Forensic Science program is designed to introduce kids to the basics of forensic science through fun, interactive activities to spark curiousity.

Learn all about music and the science of sound this Spring Break by crafting your own instruments from discarded materials.

Spend Spring Break at Lochwood Branch Library as we explore the wonders of sound and learn about how it is used to create music!

Level up at our Mario themed Spring Break programs this week!

Mar 10 - Mario Bros Movie

Mar 11 - Super Mario crafts - create Mario & Luigi's hats, Koopa Troopas, mushrooms, and more!

This Community Program presented by the Dallas Museum of Art is open to families with children of all ages. 

Learn all about music and the science of sound this Spring Break by crafting your own instruments from discarded materials.

Spend Spring Break at Lochwood Branch Library as we explore the wonders of sound and learn about how it is used to create music!

Level up at our Mario themed Spring Break programs this week!

Mar 10 - Mario Bros Movie

Mar 11 - Super Mario crafts - create Mario & Luigi's hats, Koopa Troopas, mushrooms, and more!

Learn all about music and the science of sound this Spring Break by crafting your own instruments from discarded materials.

Spend Spring Break at Lochwood Branch Library as we explore the wonders of sound and learn about how it is used to create music!

Level up at our Mario themed Spring Break programs this week!

Mar 10 - Mario Bros Movie

Mar 11 - Super Mario crafts - create Mario & Luigi's hats, Koopa Troopas, mushrooms, and more!

Can't make it to the museum? Let the museum come to you!

Come and enjoy a special after-school steam program with a visit from the Perot Tech Truck!

Fun for the whole family with this one of a kind experience!

Learn all about music and the science of sound this Spring Break by crafting your own instruments from discarded materials.

Spend Spring Break at Lochwood Branch Library as we explore the wonders of sound and learn about how it is used to create music!

Level up at our Mario themed Spring Break programs this week!

Mar 10 - Mario Bros Movie

Mar 11 - Super Mario crafts - create Mario & Luigi's hats, Koopa Troopas, mushrooms, and more!

Experience Camp Halfblood while school is out!  This year’s Spring Break series will focus on different Greek gods and monsters, and you’ll get to explore the myths behind your favorite book series as you ma

Experience Camp Halfblood while school is out!  This year’s Spring Break series will focus on different Greek gods and monsters, and you’ll get to explore the myths behind your favorite book series as you ma

Create your very own CATAPULT CANNON!

Using cardboard tubes and rubber bands we will create a cannon that will actually launch small objects!
 

Students from DISD will be bussed over by Revechon Rec Center staff during spring break for a special visit to the library.

Level up your gaming skills and unleash your inner champion at an epic Super Smash Bros. tournament! Battle it out with friends, show off your combos, and climb the ranks to claim ultimate victory.

Experience Camp Halfblood while school is out!  This year’s Spring Break series will focus on different Greek gods and monsters, and you’ll get to explore the myths behind your favorite book series as you ma

Make your own paper airplane as we learn about what makes them fly, in celebration of Texas' own Bessie Coleman - the first African American woman pilot.

Get ready to paint the town blooming! Celebrate Plant a Flower Day by painting vibrant floral masterpieces that will make your creativity blossom.

Experience Camp Halfblood while school is out!  This year’s Spring Break series will focus on different Greek gods and monsters, and you’ll get to explore the myths behind your favorite book series as you ma

Stretch into fun and mindfulness with a yoga session designed just for kids! Flow through playful poses, calming stretches, and simple breathing exercises that promote relaxation, focus, and flexibility.

Come learn about principles in science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) with the Perot Museum's TECH Truck!

Perot Museum staff will guide participants through hands-on experiences that are both fun and educational.

Enjoy a movie while you are on break from school! We will be watching "Up."

Performed by Ballet North Texas, dive into the enchanting world of Miguel Cervantes' Don Quixote, where adventures and whimsical characters come to life! Perfect for school-aged kids and their families.

Experience Camp Halfblood while school is out!  This year’s Spring Break series will focus on different Greek gods and monsters, and you’ll get to explore the myths behind your favorite book series as you ma

Whip up some creativity and celebrate Pi Day with a slice of fun! Transform plain boxes into delightful “pies” using spackle and paint. This hands-on activity is the perfect recipe for imagination and artistic flair.

Celebrate the last day of Spring Break with games, prizes, music and more. 

This month the Lego Lounge is a little "super" as part of our SUPER Spring Break, superheroes and families welcomed! With Lego you can build a world of your imagination.

Paint outside the lines and unlock your creative streak with an all-access pass to artistic exploration! From paints to pastels, pencils to markers, young artists will dive brush-first into a world of imagination.

A story time for big kids, with crafts! Perfect for ages 5-8.

March's Book is "Moth & Butterfly: Ta Da!"  by Dev Petty 

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.

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.

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.

Calling all kid builders!

Come to the Lochwood Branch Library and build with LEGO bricks. Challenge your brain with some exciting builds and have lots of fun! We supply the LEGO bricks, you supply the creativity and positive attitude!

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.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18.

Come have fun, build something incredible, and let your imagination run wild at the Lego Lab!

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.

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.

Refuel suring spring break with a free nutritious super snack for ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

Let the magic of Disney come alive in this fun-filled karaoke event just for kids! Sing along to your favorite Disney songs and share the spotlight with friends and family.

This week crafternoon is a little "super" as part of our SUPER Spring Break, superheroes and families welcomed!

Flex your engineering skills and creative muscles with building bricks!

Each month will have a different theme.

All supplies provided. 

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

Do you love playing Smash Bros, Mario Party or Mario Kart stop by the Lancaster Kiest branch to play these awesome games!

Take a trip to the cinema with a monthly movie screening showing new films as well as familiar favorites. Watch a movie, bring a snack, and spend some time with new friends!

All films will be rated G or PG.

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.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18.

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.

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.

A special Steam Wednesday presentation as part of our Spring Into Action Series with the Creature Teacher. 

To learn more about them, click here.

This week our STEM time is a little "super" as part of our SUPER Spring Break, superheroes and families welcomed! We are learning a little about electricity and engineering our own Superhero Signal Lights.

Bring the family for a kid-friendly movie screening. Repeats weekly. 

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

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.

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.

Refuel afterschool with a free nutritious super snack for ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Education PV.

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.

A story time for big kids, with crafts! Perfect for ages 5-8.

March's Book is "Moth & Butterfly: Ta Da!"  by Dev Petty 

Enjoy a free, nutritious snack provided by Education PV. Open to ages 0-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Summer Food Service Program.

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.

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.

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.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Join us for a fun afterschool craft activity as we make beautiful bookmarks. 

Ven a disfrutar de una divertida actividad artesanal después de la escuela mientras hacemos hermosos marcapáginas.

A new superhero is on the scene to inspire reluctant readers in a comic book style picture book. Filled with terrific advice for new readers, this book is inspiring and filled with humor. 

Come do crafts with us.

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.

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.

Unplug and challenge your mind with an afternoon of board games! 

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!

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.

Refuel afterschool with a free, nutritious meal provided by Education PV. Open to ages 1-18. Meals are made possible through the Texas Department of Agriculture’s Child and Adult Care Food Program.

Practice your reading skills in a fun, relaxed environment by reading to a therapy dog! These trained therapy dogs will be the most well behaved and kindest paw-dience you have ever had. 

Join us the 2nd Thursday of every month for a themed Lego challenge. Work solo or in a team and flex your imagination and creation skills!

Calling all gamers!

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.

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.

Join us for board games at the library! Bring your friends for a fun-filled day of classic and new board games.

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.

Need a little extra help with your homework? Let us help!

Ever wondered what is it like to fly a drone?  Here is your chance visit the Lancaster-Kiest branch to learn the basics of flying drones.

Enter the magical world of fairies in this whimsical craft session where kids will create their very own Fairy Frames!

Sculptor's Studio is back and this time we're learning the basics of pottery with Pinch Pots! A technique as old as time Pinch Pots use nothing besides a lump of clay, your fingers, and creativity!

Come have fun, build something incredible, and let your imagination run wild at the Lego Lab!