Ultimate Library Quest!

Complete the Quest! Break the curse! Save the library!Test your library knowledge for National Library Week.The library has been cursed! Normal things like scanners, book returns, and displays have animated and turned against us, causing confusion, destruction, and misi......More

Complete the Quest! Break the curse! Save the library!Test your library knowledge for National Library Week.The library has been cursed! Normal things like scanners, book returns, and displays have animated and turned against us, causing confusion, destruction, and misinformation. Most devastatingly of all, a beloved little bookworm has been turned into a fire-breathing, book-burning Book Wyrm!Climb the library tower, use the catalog, online databases, search the stacks, and ask librarians questions to complete puzzles and find the clues to break the spell. This program is a series of puzzles and challenges located on each floor of the library, come as a solo adventurer or bring your adventuring party! The quest is available any time during library open hours and may take around 30 minutes to complete.Begin your quest on the first floor of the library â donât forget to grab your sword, you may need it!

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Better Together: A Wellness Gathering

đż A Day of Connection, Learning and InspirationHosted by the Dallas Public Library, the Southern Gerontological Society and Vivid-PixJoin us for a day designed to help you live well, stay sharp, and connect with others!Enjoy short, engaging sessions led by experts on t......More

đż A Day of Connection, Learning and InspirationHosted by the Dallas Public Library, the Southern Gerontological Society and Vivid-PixJoin us for a day designed to help you live well, stay sharp, and connect with others!Enjoy short, engaging sessions led by experts on topics like sleep and stress, brain and memory, caregiving and self-care, technology, and community connection.What Youâll ExperienceMini-Sessions on health, wellness, and lifelong learningDon't Let Your Memories Fade - Rick Voight, CEO of Vivid-PixMind in Motion: Staying Sharp at Any Age - Dr. Elise FreemanGood Night, Great Day: Sleep Habits That Change Everything - Dr. Glenna Brewster GlasgowFill Your Cup First: Self-Care for Everyday Caregivers - Dr. Bert HayslipClick, Call, Connect: Embracing Technology for Health & Happiness - Dr. Heath HarlleeMorning Chair Yoga with Lauren BlairDance Performances by the Boots & Bling and Dancing Divas & Dudes senior dance groups Keynote Lunch with Dr. Ethlyn Gibson: Embracing the Second Act of LifeHear uplifting insights on purpose, resilience, and joy in lifeâs next chapters.Exhibit Tables with local organizations, services and resources to help you thriveOptional Genealogy Collection Tour â explore the libraryâs world-class genealogy collection and discover your family storyScheduleTimeActivity9:30 â 10:00 a.m.Check-In, Morning Chair Yoga & Kick-off10:00 â 10:20 a.m.Mini Breakout Sessions10:30 â 10:50 a.m.Mini Breakout Sessions 11:00 â 11:20 a.m.Mini Breakout Sessions11:30 a.m. â 12:30 p.m.Lunch & Keynote with Dr. Ethlyn Gibson12:30 â 1:30 p.m.Genealogy Collection Tour (8th Floor) & Resource Tables

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Dungeons and Dragons: The Central Guild

It's adventure time!The Dallas Public Library is excited to host an ongoing Dungeons and Dragons Adventure game at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library. These events will be available to all patrons, and welcoming to all D&D skill levels. Players are invited to create th......More

It's adventure time!The Dallas Public Library is excited to host an ongoing Dungeons and Dragons Adventure game at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library. These events will be available to all patrons, and welcoming to all D&D skill levels. Players are invited to create their own character (level 5), or use one of our premade characters (available at the meeting). The games will be a series of continuous adventures, but players are welcome to join at any time and don't need to worry about having missed previous games.When: Every Thursday from 3pm to 5:30pmWhere: Central Library - 6th floor - Classroom AHow: Register online to reserve a spot for the game. Walk-ins are welcome if we have an opening, but registrants will receive priority. This will be an in-person event. Age recommendation is 13+. Patrons younger than 13 will require an adult guardian to play as well.

1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, US

NTFB Application Assistance for Social Services

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.

1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, US

Toddler Storytime

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

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Open Lab Hours

Introducing our new multimedia and 3-D Printing lab! Come and work on projects, take advantage of one of our study rooms, or indulge in an open space to trade ideas!You must have a valid Dallas Library Card to make use of the Lab. No TexShare cards will be admitted. All......More

Introducing our new multimedia and 3-D Printing lab! Come and work on projects, take advantage of one of our study rooms, or indulge in an open space to trade ideas!You must have a valid Dallas Library Card to make use of the Lab. No TexShare cards will be admitted. All 3-D print jobs must be pre-approved by staff before printing.

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Theater Club

Theater Club Needs You!The Youth Discovery Center is looking for young actors of all experience levels to join the Theater Club.Theater Club members will work with local theater professionals to rehearse and preform an original show based on stories from children's lite......More

Theater Club Needs You!The Youth Discovery Center is looking for young actors of all experience levels to join the Theater Club.Theater Club members will work with local theater professionals to rehearse and preform an original show based on stories from children's literature.First meeting is Saturday, January 17 at 10:00 am. PARENTS MUST ATTEND THE FIRST MEETING WITH THEIR CHILD.REHEARSAL DATESTime: 10am to 11amDates: Jan 17 and 31, February 14 and 28, March 28, April 11 and 25, May 9 and 23.More rehearsal may be scheduled as needed.No acting experience needed, just a love to act out stories new and old!

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Introduction to the Sewing Machine

Introduction to the Sewing Machine!Learn the basics of the sewing machine like how to wind and insert bobbins, thread the machine, and sew basic stitches.This is a course for beginners who want to become familiar with sewing machines. How to use the sewing machine will ......More

Introduction to the Sewing Machine!Learn the basics of the sewing machine like how to wind and insert bobbins, thread the machine, and sew basic stitches.This is a course for beginners who want to become familiar with sewing machines. How to use the sewing machine will be demonstrated, and participants will have the chance to make a beginner friendly project.Sign-ups for the class will open two weeks before the date of the workshop. Space is limited.

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Groove Guild

The Groove Guild is a new music club presented by Dallas Public Library, where we discuss and listen to music from our catalog.

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Saturday Movies

Watch a movie every Saturday afternoon here at the library! Note: times, location, and films are subject to change.

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Juliet, Ophelia, and the Fates of Shakespeareâs Heroines in Pop Culture

This is a hybrid event.  Register below to attend virtually via Zoom. Registration not required to attend in person. âAy me! The course of true love never did run smooth,â says Lysander, one of four star-crossed lovers in A Midsummer Nightâs Dream. But are love and d......More

This is a hybrid event.  Register below to attend virtually via Zoom. Registration not required to attend in person. âAy me! The course of true love never did run smooth,â says Lysander, one of four star-crossed lovers in A Midsummer Nightâs Dream. But are love and death really the only options? The tragic fates of some of Shakespeareâs most famous heroines, including Juliet (Romeo and Juliet) and Ophelia (Hamlet) often reflect the limited outcomes for young women in Shakespeareâs England. So perhaps we should not be surprised that so many works of popular culture (& Juliet, Taylor Swiftâs âThe Fate of Opheliaâ) reimagine different endings for these characters. Dr. Amanda Atkinson will explore family life and courtship in Shakespeareâs England, and then examine some of the various ways that artists over the years have re-written the fates of Shakespeareâs heroines, imagining the lives they never got to live.Also, in honor of the real-life Juliet Club, which "has been handling Julietâs mail for many years" and their book "Dear Juliet: Letters from the Lovestruck and Lovelorn to Shakespeare's Juliet in Verona," as well as the film Letters to Juliet, in-person attendees of this talk will be provided free postcards on which they can write their own "letters to Juliet." Postage will not be provided.Amanda Atkinson is a Visiting Lecturer in the TCU English Department as well as an adjunct instructor in the MLA program. After earning her M.Ed from Texas State in 2008, she spent years teaching high school and community college English in Fort Worth. In 2022 she earned her PhD in English Literature from SMU, specializing in the literature and culture of the English Renaissance and Enlightenment periods. Her research and publications examine the intersections of literature, science, and religion with a focus on learning and error.   Dallas Public Library programs are free and open to the public. To request accommodation, call 214-670-7809.

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3-D Printing Workshop: Basics with Benchy!

A re-visiting of our first Benchy class of the year. weâll be learning how to create the 3-D printed boat âBenchyâ, shorthand for how itâs a benchmark of how level your printer should be and how evenly the filament prints! This is considered one of the very first models......More

A re-visiting of our first Benchy class of the year. weâll be learning how to create the 3-D printed boat âBenchyâ, shorthand for how itâs a benchmark of how level your printer should be and how evenly the filament prints! This is considered one of the very first models to learn how to make so one can use their printer properly.Afterwards, book a 1 on 1 Tech Connect appointment with library staff to start your own project or continue learning at your own pace!

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Learning Resources for Homeschool Educators

In this workshop, participants will explore the library's print and digital resources including TexShare databases to examine and understand the connection between curriculum standards, educator resources and test practice materials.

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Mu Phi Epsilon Sunday Concert: Eldred Marshall, Piano

Program details forthcoming

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NTFB Application Assistance for Social Services

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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Thyme to Get Spicy!

In this last installment of Thyme to Get Spicy! we journey to colonial times to learn of how thyme was used. A colonial era recipe will given, along with a sample of thyme for the recipe.

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Let's Grow It!

Summer is the perfect time to dig in and watch your garden thrive! Whether youâre just getting started or already love getting your hands dirty, this program is designed to help you make the most of the growing season at home. Learn which vegetables, herbs, and flowers......More

Summer is the perfect time to dig in and watch your garden thrive! Whether youâre just getting started or already love getting your hands dirty, this program is designed to help you make the most of the growing season at home. Learn which vegetables, herbs, and flowers thrive in the Texas summer heat, receive tips on simple tools and care techniques, and follow easy, hands-on guidance to keep your plants healthy from planting through harvest. Starter supplies will be provided to help you jump right in. Come grow along with us and savor the taste of summer with homegrown goodness you can be proud of!

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Computer Basics: Introduction to Social Media

Come and learn the basic in's and out's of how to use your personal computer! From the hardware to the software, this fun and free course will make you feel like a technology whiz!

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America250 Junior Book Club

April Book Club Selection: Why Longfellow Lied by Jeff LantosHistory isnât just about famous names and old datesâitâs about real people making choices that shaped our world. In the America250 Junior Book Club, weâll explore stories from Americaâs past to better understa......More

April Book Club Selection: Why Longfellow Lied by Jeff LantosHistory isnât just about famous names and old datesâitâs about real people making choices that shaped our world. In the America250 Junior Book Club, weâll explore stories from Americaâs past to better understand how we got here today and how we can help build a better future.Our April book, Why Longfellow Lied by Jeff Lantos, follows a modern teen who travels back in time and meets poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow during the American Revolution. Blending adventure, humor, and real history, the story explores how poetry, patriotism, and the power of words helped shape Americaâs fight for independence.Join us as we discover how kids in history faced big challenges, made tough decisions, and played important roles in shaping Americaâs storyâjust like how kids can do today!Itâs been 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was signed! Since then, America has grown as more voices, communities, and thoughts continue to create the America we know today. To mark this milestone, communities across the country are joining the nationwide America250 celebration. This program is part of Dallas Public Library's 250 Years of Us: Reading America's Past, Writing Our Future.   Dive into the past all year long, as we host programs, exhibits and book clubs that explore how our nationâs history has shaped American democracy today. Anyone can join our Amazing Race for Independence challenge and win Dallas Mavericks or Wings tickets, State Park passes and more! Every book read from the reading list, program attended or exhibit visited counts as an entry.

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Earth Day Every Day

Join us to learn more from the Office of Environmental Quality on exciting resources your City of Dallas offers!

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Dallasite Yogis

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.Register for email reminders and updates.

1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, US

Dungeons and Dragons: The Central Guild

It's adventure time!The Dallas Public Library is excited to host an ongoing Dungeons and Dragons Adventure game at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library. These events will be available to all patrons, and welcoming to all D&D skill levels. Players are invited to create th......More

It's adventure time!The Dallas Public Library is excited to host an ongoing Dungeons and Dragons Adventure game at the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library. These events will be available to all patrons, and welcoming to all D&D skill levels. Players are invited to create their own character (level 5), or use one of our premade characters (available at the meeting). The games will be a series of continuous adventures, but players are welcome to join at any time and don't need to worry about having missed previous games.When: Every Thursday from 3pm to 5:30pmWhere: Central Library - 6th floor - Classroom AHow: Register online to reserve a spot for the game. Walk-ins are welcome if we have an opening, but registrants will receive priority. This will be an in-person event. Age recommendation is 13+. Patrons younger than 13 will require an adult guardian to play as well.

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Jobseeker Peer Support Club

Network, hangout, and support other jobseekers. Get guidance from library staff! Come prepared to swap rÊsumÊs and cover letters, practice common interview questions, and learn from your peers.

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Open Mic Night at Central

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!

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The Whodunit Society: A Mystery and Thriller Book Club

âMystery creates wonder and wonder is the basis of man's desire to understand.â~ Neil Armstrong Calling all armchair detectives and thrill-seekers! Explore the Mystery/Thriller genre in this new Dallas Public Library book club! From cozy to historical to psychological,......More

âMystery creates wonder and wonder is the basis of man's desire to understand.â~ Neil Armstrong Calling all armchair detectives and thrill-seekers! Explore the Mystery/Thriller genre in this new Dallas Public Library book club! From cozy to historical to psychological, the books this club reads will promote active discussions and an exchange of wild theories. Pull up a chair because "the game is afoot."  Schedule of booksJanuary 15: Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. SutantoFind a copy in our catalog. February 19: Dead Dead Girls by Nekesa AfiaFind a copy in our catalog. March 19: The Frozen River by Ariel LawhonFind a copy in our catalog. April 16: TBD May 21: TBD

1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, US

NTFB Application Assistance for Social Services

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.

1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, US

Toddler Storytime

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

1515 Young Street, Dallas, TX, 75201, US

Open Lab Hours

Introducing our new multimedia and 3-D Printing lab! Come and work on projects, take advantage of one of our study rooms, or indulge in an open space to trade ideas!You must have a valid Dallas Library Card to make use of the Lab. No TexShare cards will be admitted. All......More

Introducing our new multimedia and 3-D Printing lab! Come and work on projects, take advantage of one of our study rooms, or indulge in an open space to trade ideas!You must have a valid Dallas Library Card to make use of the Lab. No TexShare cards will be admitted. All 3-D print jobs must be pre-approved by staff before printing.

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Creative Writing Club

The Central Library hosts a creative writing club every other Saturday!We hope to build a supportive group that provides accountability, helps you stay motivated, and shares in the joys and woes of creative writing.In the first half of the meeting, we discuss writing-re......More

The Central Library hosts a creative writing club every other Saturday!We hope to build a supportive group that provides accountability, helps you stay motivated, and shares in the joys and woes of creative writing.In the first half of the meeting, we discuss writing-related topics based on the assigned reading. This year, we are going through the writing craft book, The Emotional Craft of Fiction by Donald Maass. In the second half of the meeting, we work quietly on personal projects, so bring your notebooks and devices!Register for email reminders and updates. You only need to register once for all 2026 dates.

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Anniversaries, The Present, and The Future of Spaceflight

As the nation looks ahead to America250 and reflects on 250 years of exploration, innovation, and bold new frontiers, the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library welcomes the National Space Society of North Texas (NSS-NT) for a celebration of Americaâs next great chapter: space......More

As the nation looks ahead to America250 and reflects on 250 years of exploration, innovation, and bold new frontiers, the J. Erik Jonsson Central Library welcomes the National Space Society of North Texas (NSS-NT) for a celebration of Americaâs next great chapter: space.Marking major milestones in the history of space travel â and the incredible future ahead â this program highlights 65 years of humans journeying beyond Earth, reusable rockets, astronauts returning to the Moon, and the path toward living on Mars. Itâs one of the most exciting eras ever for space exploration. Come experience the energy and vision of NSS-NT as they bring the story of Americaâs space future to life at the Central Library.This Business, Science & Techology program is part of Dallas Public Library's 250 Years of Us: Reading America's Past, Writing Our Future.Dive into the past all year long, as we host programs, exhibits and book clubs that explore how our nationâs history has shaped American democracy today. Anyone can join our Amazing Race for Independence challenge and win Dallas Mavericks or Wings tickets, State Park passes and more!

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Central Chess Club

Do you love chess and battling it out over the board? Or, maybe you never played before but want to learn how. Either way, mate, check out the Central Chess Club. It's every other Saturday at 1:00 PM on the 3rd floor. Kings and queens and bishops and knights of all ages......More

Do you love chess and battling it out over the board? Or, maybe you never played before but want to learn how. Either way, mate, check out the Central Chess Club. It's every other Saturday at 1:00 PM on the 3rd floor. Kings and queens and bishops and knights of all ages and skill levels are welcome. Boards and pieces are provided.

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African American Genealogical Interest Group

The African American Genealogical Interest Group explores areas of genealogy research unique to the African American community. Learn about different sources used in this special area of genealogical research including census research, reconstruction and Freedman Bur......More

The African American Genealogical Interest Group explores areas of genealogy research unique to the African American community. Learn about different sources used in this special area of genealogical research including census research, reconstruction and Freedman Bureau records, U.S. Colored Troops records, plantation slave records, slave schedules and more. Join the group for a FREE monthly meeting to hear an expert speaker present on topics of slavery, customs, traditions, state laws, and the techniques and methods used in their research.The African American Genealogical Interest Group is a special interest group of the Dallas Genealogical Society. Monthly meetings are free and open to all.Can't attend in-person? Join the meeting online through the DGS website.

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Ultimate Library Quest!

Details to come!Contact Dania R. with any questions.

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