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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
2026 Bulk Trash Drop-off Service
All Day
3/20–3/23
Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot
Library Branch:
Renner Frankford Branch
Room:
Renner-Frankford - Parking Lot
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
In partnership with City of Dallas Code Compliance, District 12 Councilmember Mendelsohn’s office and the Dallas Public Library, Bulk Trash Dumpsters will be made available to residents of the City of Dallas throughout the 2026 calendar year. 
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
21
2026
Sat
Walking Club
8:30am–9:30am
Mountain Creek - Lawn Area
Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Lawn Area
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Step into a healthier, happier routine—one stride at a time! Lace up and hit the scenic walking trail behind the library for relaxed strolls, stretch out stress, and enjoy friendly conversation while getting steps in.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
17
2026
Tue
NTFB Application Assistance for Social Services
9:30am–4:30pm
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
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
20
2026
Fri
NTFB Application Assistance for Social Services
9:30am–4:30pm
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
Event Details:
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.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
16
2026
Mon
Monday Meditations
10:00am–11:00am
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Start the week with a little peace of mind—literally! Breathe in calm and breathe out stress during gentle, guided meditation sessions designed to refresh focus and restore balance.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
18
2026
Wed
Coffee & Crosswords
10:00am–12:00pm
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Perk up your mind while you perk up your morning! Sip coffee, spark conversation, and give the brain a fun workout with puzzles, riddles, logic challenges, and brain teasers.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
19
2026
Thu
Notary
10:00am–11:30am
Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Library Branch:
Prairie Creek Branch
Room:
Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Our notary has appointments available! Please make an appointment within a day/time listed below. Appointments are available during these days/times. Wednesday 2-3:30 pm Thursday 10-11:30 am Friday 10-11:30 am
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
19
2026
Thu
Free Government Application Assistance/Asistencia Gratuita para Solicitudes Gubernamentales
10:00am–1:00pm
Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Library Branch:
Bachman Lake Branch
Room:
Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Need assistance applying for government benefits? Trained, bilingual assistants from the Community Council of Greater Dallas are available to help you complete applications for SNAP, Medicaid, CHIP, and more.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
19
2026
Thu
Connected Dallas
10:30am–1:30pm
Hampton-Illinois - In Library
Library Branch:
Hampton-Illinois Branch
Room:
Hampton-Illinois - In Library
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
We are a non-profit organization that provides free digital skills classes to the community. We operate four computer labs across Dallas where individuals can access our devices, work, and receive assistance with their digital needs.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
19
2026
Thu
Free Tax Help
10:30am–1:30pm
Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Library Branch:
Forest Green Branch
Room:
Forest Green - Karen Blumenthal Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement,
Seniors
Event Details:
Trained Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)/Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) volunteers will be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
20
2026
Fri
Notary
10:00am–11:30am
Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Library Branch:
Prairie Creek Branch
Room:
Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Our notary has appointments available! Please make an appointment within a day/time listed below. Appointments are available during these days/times. Wednesday 2-3:30 pm Thursday 10-11:30 am Friday 10-11:30 am
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
20
2026
Fri
Free Tax Help (Ayuda para impuestos gratis)
10:00am–3:00pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Library Branch:
Pleasant Grove Branch
Room:
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement,
Seniors
Event Details:
Trained Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)/Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) volunteers will be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
20
2026
Fri
Medicare 101
10:30am–11:30am
Dallas West - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Dallas West Branch
Room:
Dallas West - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement,
Seniors
Event Details:
Learn the basics of Medicare from a qualified Medicare specialist. This informative session will cover eligibility requirements, enrollment timelines, and coverage options.
This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
This event is in the "Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)" group
Mar
20
2026
Fri
Sparky the Fire Dog
10:30am–11:30am
Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Library Branch:
Bachman Lake Branch
Room:
Bachman Lake - Classroom A & B
Age Group:
Infant, toddler & preschool (ages 0-5)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
A fire safety puppet show that uses the popular mascot, Sparky the Fire Dog, to teach children about fire safety.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
21
2026
Sat
Cancelled
Spring Blood Drive with Carter BloodCare
10:00am–2:00pm
Kleberg-Rylie - Outdoor Area
Library Branch:
Kleberg-Rylie Branch
Room:
Kleberg-Rylie - Outdoor Area
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Donate with blood with Carter BloodCare, receive a free gift and connect with local community resources and vendors
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
21
2026
Sat
Stitchin' Saturdays
10:30am–1:30pm
Mountain Creek - Study Room
Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - Study Room
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Stitch the stress away and get hooked on creativity! Bring yarn and needles or hooks for a cozy Saturday crafting circle perfect for knitters and crocheters of all levels.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
17
2026
Tue
Parkland Health Class
11:00am–12:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A
Library Branch:
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room:
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Parkland Hospital is offering a free public health class to learn about proper dieting and exercise for diabetes prevention. Image courtesy of Adobe
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This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
Mar
18
2026
Wed
Fairy Tale Closet Day 3
11:00am–2:00pm
Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
High school students looking for free formal wear can raid the closet every March at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
19
2026
Thu
AARP Tax Help
11:00am–3:00pm
Timberglen - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Timberglen Branch
Room:
Timberglen - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Trained AARP VOLUNTEER tax filers will be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits. Remember to bring all of your important tax documents including any W-2s.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
21
2026
Sat
Car Maintenance Basics
11:00am–12:00pm
Preston Royal - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Preston Royal Branch
Room:
Preston Royal - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement,
Technology
Event Details:
Empower yourself by increasing your basic knowledge of auto care. We will cover a DPL resource, the Chilton database, to make informed decisions for our car care. Learn how to check your tire pressure, prepare for an oil change and more.
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
Mar
21
2026
Sat
Fairy Tale Closet Day 5
11:00am–2:00pm
Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
High school students looking for free formal wear can raid the closet every March at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
21
2026
Sat
AARP Tax Aide
11:00am–3:00pm
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B
Library Branch:
Grauwyler Park Branch
Room:
Grauwyler Park - Florence Jeanette Coe Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Trained AARP VOLUNTEER tax filers will be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits. Remember to bring all of your important tax documents including any W-2s.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
18
2026
Wed
Crime Watchers Neighborhood Meeting
12:00pm–1:00pm
Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Oak Lawn Branch
Room:
Oak Lawn - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Join us for the crime watch group for Oak Lawn/Cedar Springs which encompasses both Central and Northwest Dallas Police divisions . This monthly meeting features officers from both divisions as well as other city departments are represented.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
18
2026
Wed
Carter BloodCare Blood Drive
12:00pm–4:00pm
White Rock Hills - Outdoor Area
Library Branch:
White Rock Hills Branch
Room:
White Rock Hills - Outdoor Area
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
19
2026
Thu
Free Tax Help
12:00pm–7:00pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Library Branch:
White Rock Hills Branch
Room:
White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement,
Seniors
Event Details:
Trained Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)/Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) volunteers will be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
20
2026
Fri
Carter BloodCare Blood Drive
12:00pm–3:30pm
Oak Lawn - Lobby
Library Branch:
Oak Lawn Branch
Room:
Oak Lawn - Lobby
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Help a neighbor by donating blood. The Carter BloodCare Bus will be at the Oak Lawn Branch, if you would like donate please schedule to be part of the drive.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
16
2026
Mon
Kind Clinic Mobile Testing Van
1:30pm–4:30pm
Dallas West - Parking Lot
Library Branch:
Dallas West Branch
Room:
Dallas West - Parking Lot
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Through the Kind Clinic Mobile Testing Program, community members can access education, resources, and full-panel STI testing, including HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and Hep C as needed at our mobile van.
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This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
Mar
17
2026
Tue
Fairy Tale Closet Day 2
1:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
High school students looking for free formal wear can raid the closet every March at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library.
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This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
Mar
19
2026
Thu
Fairy Tale Closet Day 4
1:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - O’Hara Hall (7th Floor)
Age Group:
Teen (ages 13-17)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
High school students looking for free formal wear can raid the closet every March at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Family,
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17),
Adult (18+)
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
This event is in the "Teen (ages 13-17)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
21
2026
Sat
Bracelet Making
1:00pm–2:00pm
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A & B
Library Branch:
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest Branch
Room:
Paul Laurence Dunbar Lancaster-Kiest - Classroom A & B
Age Group:
Family,
School Age (ages 6-12),
Teen (ages 13-17),
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature,
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Get a chance to design your own bracelet with your own personal flair! Bring friends and family and get creative. Perfect as a gift, or to start your personalized jewelry collection. Supplies provided.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
16
2026
Mon
Circle of Friends
2:00pm–3:30pm
White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Library Branch:
White Rock Hills Branch
Room:
White Rock Hills - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
All Special Ability Adults are welcome to join the group. A space to play board games, dance, sing, read, write, solve puzzles, and offer time to socialize with other friends and meet their families/caregivers.
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This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Family,
School Age (ages 6-12)
This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "School Age (ages 6-12)" group
Mar
18
2026
Wed
Fire Department Kids Program
2:00pm–3:00pm
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Courtyard
Library Branch:
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Room:
Martin Luther King, Jr. - Courtyard
Age Group:
Family,
School Age (ages 6-12)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature,
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Dallas Fire and Rescue is coming to MLK to teach us about Fire Safety! Sneak a peek at the inside of a real-life firetruck and learn what it takes to be a Firefighter in this fun and informative show-and-tell event.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
18
2026
Wed
Notary
2:00pm–3:30pm
Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Library Branch:
Prairie Creek Branch
Room:
Prairie Creek - Study Room 1
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Our notary has appointments available! Please make an appointment within a day/time listed below. Appointments are available during these days/times. Wednesday 2-3:30 pm Thursday 10-11:30 am Friday 10-11:30 am
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
21
2026
Sat
Scrapbook Saturday
2:30pm–3:30pm
Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Library Branch:
Prairie Creek Branch
Room:
Prairie Creek - Auditorium
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Arts, Culture, & Literature,
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Get creative at Scrapbook Saturday! If you are new to scrapbooking or an experienced scrapbooker looking for a fun community to relax with, this event is for you.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
18
2026
Wed
FREE Tax Help
3:00pm–6:00pm
Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Library Branch:
Lochwood Branch
Room:
Lochwood - Classroom 1 & 2
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Trained Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)/Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) volunteers will be on-site to help maximize your returns and check your eligibility for Earned Income Tax Credits.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
18
2026
Wed
Cancelled
PRISM Reservation
4:30pm–6:00pm
North Oak Cliff - Conference Room
Library Branch:
North Oak Cliff Branch
Room:
North Oak Cliff - Conference Room
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Meeting, Library partner, no charge
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
17
2026
Tue
Getting Started With Grants and Nonprofits: Introduction to Foundation Directory (In Person)
5:00pm–6:00pm
Central Library - Classroom Riga (C) (6th Floor)
Library Branch:
J. Erik Jonsson Central Library
Room:
Central Library - Classroom Riga (C) (6th Floor)
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Get Started with Grants and Nonprofits! This four-class series will walk students through the basics of starting a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, from incorporation paperwork to writing your first grant proposal.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Adult (18+)
Registration Required
Virtual Event
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
17
2026
Tue
Getting Started With Grants and Nonprofits: Introduction to Foundation Directory (Virtual)
Library Branch:
Online Programs
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Get Started with Grants and Nonprofits! This four-class series will walk students through the basics of starting a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, from incorporation paperwork to writing your first grant proposal.
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
17
2026
Tue
Citizenship Class
5:30pm–8:00pm
Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Library Branch:
Vickery Park Branch
Room:
Vickery Park - Classroom 2
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
- Free Citizenship preparation classes.
- Pre-registration required.
- Register by sending an email to edu@lohimmigration.org
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
19
2026
Thu
Pleasant Grove Disability Resources & Support Fair
5:30pm–7:30pm
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Library Branch:
Pleasant Grove Branch
Room:
Pleasant Grove - Black Box Theater
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Join the City of Dallas Commission on Disabilities and Parkland Health for an accessible community resource fair.
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This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
This event is in the "Adult (18+)" group
Mar
19
2026
Thu
Mindful Meditation
6:30pm–7:30pm
Mountain Creek - In Library
Library Branch:
Mountain Creek Branch
Room:
Mountain Creek - In Library
Age Group:
Adult (18+)
Program Type:
Community & City Engagement
Event Details:
Unwind and reconnect through a 4-week silent meditation series that gently introduces mindfulness and self-awareness.
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