Events at the Library

Note: During renovations at the Central Library, locations for several events will vary. For a complete list of upcoming library events, including those geared for early literacy (ages 0 to 5), young audiences (ages 6 to 12), teens and adults, check out the library’s seasonal publication, Off the Shelf, at Library.GarlandTX.gov.

Summer Reading Adventure

Interactive Labs

Each library will host 2:30 and 3:30 p.m. sessions on the specified dates. Registration is required for each session. Call your preferred library to register. Limited seating available.

Central Express Library z July 11 – Cara Mía: Artwork inspired by the artistic traditions of Mexico (presented in Spanish) z July 17 – Frontiers of Flight Museum Program: Weather, It Matters!

North Garland Branch Library z July 1 – Sci-Tech: CSI Jr. z July 7 – Cara Mía: Artwork inspired by the artistic traditions of Mexico (presented in Spanish) z July 15 – Perot TECH Truck: Robotics z July 29 – Frontiers of Flight Museum Program: Journey Through Space

South Garland Branch Library z July 12 – Perot TECH Truck: Robotics z July 22 – Cara Mía: Artwork inspired by the artistic traditions of Mexico (presented in Spanish) z July 26 – High Touch High Tech: Light Fever©

Walnut Creek Branch Library z July 6 – Perot TECH Truck: Robotics z July 20 – Frontiers of Flight Museum Program: Weather, It Matters! z July 26 – Cara Mía: Artwork inspired by the artistic traditions of Mexico (presented in Spanish)

Families

Escape the Labyrinth z 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, July 8

South Garland Branch Library

Use your wits and courage to solve the Goblin King’s labyrinth before time runs out! Groups of two to eight people complete riddles and challenges based on Jim Henson’s film “Labyrinth” to defeat Jareth. Participants 10 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required and begins two weeks prior to event.

Summer Dance Party z 2:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 11

North Garland Branch Library

Come groove to kid-friendly tunes and participate in parachute play. Crafts, light refreshments and glow sticks will be provided while supplies last.

Cardboard Creations z 2:30 p.m. Thursdays, July 13 and 27

Walnut Creek Branch Library

Children will use their engineering and construction skills to design cardboard creations. They can make swords, shields and rocket ships using supplies provided by the library. Registration is required and begins two weeks prior to each event.

Splash Party z 2:30 p.m. Monday, July 24

Central Library Express

Families may cool off with fun water games and activities at this outdoor event.

Seniors (Ages 55+)

Senior Social Hour

Senior Social Hour is a recreational event. It is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and light refreshments are served. No registration is required to attend, but seats do fill up quickly. Doors open 30 minutes prior to performance. Visit Library.GarlandTX.gov for the latest information.

Jazzland z 2 p.m. Thursday, July 20

South Garland Branch Library

Jazzland, an eight-piece group of senior musicians, performs an hour of jazz.

Line Dancing z 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17

North Garland Branch Library

Enjoy a beginning line dancing class, just for seniors! Instructor Ann Ellis has more than 30 years of experience.