Week Calendar

👣 Get your littles moving! 👣

Support the early motor-skill development through themed movement activities. Work on crawling, hopping, balance and more!

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! 

🟪 Play with Playdough 🟠

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Theater Club Needs You!

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

Free K-12 math tutoring! IntelliChoice offers math tutoring every Saturday, 10:30a.m. to 12p.m. led by Dr. Gil Lee from the University of Texas. No appointment needed!

Experience a new way to book club! Set up in a choose-your-own-adventure format, it is a way to read new authors and get customized recommendations.

Whether you're new to the game or have plenty of experience, this is a casual place to learn to play Chinese Mahjong and hang out with fellow players. All skill levels are welcome.

Create your own sparkling beaded snowflakes in this relaxing winter craft program for seniors and Adults!

Join the Office of Environmental Quality for an exciting speaker series showcasing different resources available across communities to support nature and conversation!

Tune in online or visit us in person by registering below.

Join us for an hour of fun as we color our stress away. We will provide the coloring sheets and supplies, but feel free to bring you own. 

Whether you're new to the game or have plenty of experience, this is a casual place to learn to play Chinese Mahjong and hang out with fellow players. All skill levels are welcome.

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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.

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Enjoy a creative and relaxing art activity and learn about a holiday or celebration. 

Tired? Stressed? Anxious? We're here for you!

Reclaim your inner peace and recharge your inner joy as you practice yoga with Jarrett Chatman and meditation with Sahaja Yoga. All levels of experience are welcome.

Spend a relaxed afternoon improving your watercolor skills with art instructor Irving.

Celebrate the holiday spirit and build your own winter village using everyday materials! 

¡Construye tu propio pueblo de maravillas festivos usando materiales cotidianos!

In this hands-on workshop, patrons will create their own custom winter-themed rollerball perfume. Using a variety of essential oils, participants will learn how to blend top, middle, and base notes to design a balanced fragrance.

Have you ever wanted to learn to play chess? Or are you already on your way to becoming a grandmaster?

Local artist and teacher Erica Con will lead us in an art workshop where participants will create surreal landscapes inspired by visionary possibility. We will draw from Indigenous origin stories and futurism, to create an unique work of art.

Invasion! Science Fiction Movies from the 1950s!

The 1950s are often called the “golden age” of science fiction film, marked by a surge in American-made classics and numerous low-budget productions.

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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.

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

(Crochet...if you must...)

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Each month we'll watch a fun movie preceded by a lively session of trivia and behind-the-scenes facts! Screen the film, then test your knowledge and learn something new about what went into making it.

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🧶Knit with us at this weekly craft meet-up for adults.🧶

Don't know how? Knot a problem! Needles, yarn and help are all provided for beginners who want to learn.

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.

Got a stubborn project you need to finish?  Want to connect with others who enjoy crafting?  Eager to show off your projects and skills?  Our Craft and Chat is for you!

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Start the year with intention and creativity in our New Year, New You Program, a hands-on vision board workshop designed to help you set meaningful goals and visualize your dreams for the year ahead.

Does anything taste better than a juicy, homegrown tomato? Master Gardener John Hunt will give us tips and tricks for growing the best Texas tomatoes ever this spring.

¡Aprende a pintar como Picasso en este programa informativo de pintar! Conoceremos la vida de Pablo Picasso y el arte del cubismo. ¡Creamos autorretratos en el estilo cubismo como Picasso!

Explore different concepts each month with fellow novice artists as we learn, relax, create and have fun!

Do you have Pokemon cards? What about Magic the Gathering cards? This space is for you! We can help you build a deck, pair you up to battle against new foes, and we can even teach you the basics of how to play. Bring a friend, bring two!

Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library!

Note: times, location, 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!

¡Explore su lado creativo en nuestro club semanal de tejidos! Socialice, muestre sus proyectos, y reciba consejos. ¿Apenas está aprendiendo a tejer? No se preocupe—recibimos a tejedores de todos los niveles de conocimiento.

Participants are invited to come and learn the basics of Chess or to spend time playing the many board games available!

All Ages Welcome, Kids 8+ preferred, Board Games available for Younger Children. 

Puzzles also available!

Kids, get crafty with us! Make a craft and learn something new each week. On Freestyle Art days, you will be given supplies and a theme as inspiration.

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Enjoy a relaxing, hands-on experience that turns simple scraps into something spectacular. Come for the stitches — stay for the smiles, community, and creativity!

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!

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!

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

Are you interested in learning how to play mahjong? Are you already a master looking for some new competition? All skill levels are welcome at our new Mahjong Club!

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Are you an Urban Fiction reader?

This month we will be reading

I AM these Truths by Sunny Hostin 

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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!  

Celebrate the season and create a winter themed, seasonal art piece.   Hands on learning and fun to be had in this free art class!

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

Join us every Monday for board games, card games, and everything in between! Pick up your afterschool snack and come on into the Blue room for some competitive fun!

The Video Game Club offers an engaging weekly drop-in program where children can socialize, enjoy playing video games, and take part in friendly competitions.

Interested in early chapter books? Join Kelsey as she introduces you to "The Kingdom of Wrenly" series  by Jordan Quinn. Stick around after for a themed activity! 

Perfect for school-age kids 5-8. 

It's adventure time!

Are you interested in learning how to play chess? Are you already a master looking for some new competition? All skill levels are welcome at our new Chess Club!

Spend some time learning with us!

This week we will be making Torn Paper Flowers! 

The Video Game Club offers an engaging weekly drop-in program where children can socialize, enjoy playing video games, and take part in friendly competitions.

Presented by doctorate students of UT Southwestern, learn about a new STEM topic each month. 

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!

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!

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!

It’s game time at the library! Join us for Boardgames!, where kids can enjoy a variety of classic and new board games with friends. From strategy games to silly favorites, there’s something for everyone to play and enjoy.

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 and you must bring your own set.

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Come have fun and get creative with some fun after-school STEAM crafts while getting to make new friends. 

All materials will be provided and you can take home your creations!

Explore the science of snow—without the cold! Join us for STEM Fun: Fake Snow, where kids will experiment, measure, and mix their own fluffy “snow” using simple ingredients.

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!

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!

Unleash the Power of Reading!

It's the perfect blend of simple strategy and social interaction! Learn how to play Chinese Mahjong and develop the skills and know-how to master the game, every week! Don't know a thing about the game? No problem!

Clash on! A new Bi-Weekly Magic: The Gathering Program at the Dallas Public Library. Bring your commander decks for an evening of fun, flinging cards with new friends. Games are free for all and welcome old and new players.

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Ignite your child's curiosity with our hands-on STEM program designed for kids ages 6–11!

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.

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.

Discover a space where creativity meets possibility. 

Step back in time and experience the golden age of Hollywood with Vintage Movie Night, an evening dedicated to iconic films, unforgettable stars, and the magic of old-school cinema.

Want to hone in on your craft outside of the house? Bring your project to the library! Come practice with fellow crafters in the community, share tips and tricks, and get inspiration. All skill levels welcome, supplies available.

Ready to grow something amazing this spring? Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a curious beginner, our program will help you cultivate a thriving garden right at home! 

If you enjoy reading mysteries, playing detective, and guessing the endings, this is the book club for you! This book club meets twice a month and for the first meeting we read to EXACTLY halfway through the book.

This month's selection: State of Terror by Hillary Rodham Clinton and Louise Perry

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

Email: northoakcliff@dallascityhall.com

Strum up some fun at the library! Join our beginner guitar lessons, where you'll learn the basics of chords, rhythm, and more. Beginner Guitar lessons for Ages 12 and up.  Check our calendar for dates and times.

Join us for a lively discussion about a different book each month.  The first three titles are:

Relax and reset as we enter the new year with mindful coloring.

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.

Practice your Spanish conversational skills at this casual weekly meetup.

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

When the sun goes down, creativity comes out to play! Art After Dark invites adults to unwind with simple, nostalgic crafts that spark joy, laughter, and a little childhood magic.

Lakewood Library welcomes returning Master Gardener Stephanie Smith presenting on Preparing a Vegetable Garden from the Ground Up.

Knitting, Crocheting, Textiles - oh my! Hosted once a month, the Fiber Arts Collective is a space to gather, create, discuss and learn all forms of textile/fiber arts. 

Calling all singers, dancers, poets, magicians, instrumentalists--performers of all kinds: On the third Thursday of every month, the Central Library's Division of Arts, Movies and Music hosts an open mic night. Show up, sign up, and show off!

Each class features beginner level instructions in guitar by an experienced instructor. Instruments provided. .

“Mystery creates wonder and wonder is the basis of man's desire to understand.”

~ Neil Armstrong

Ready to meditate, relax, and strengthen your mind and body.

This yoga class is just for you!

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