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Winter Reading Challenge
December 1, 2023 through February 29, 2024
Calling all adult patrons (18 years+): Come join this year's Winter Reading Challenge!
Registered participants who read at least three books and turn in at least one reading log between December 1, 2023 and February 29, 2024, can enter to win a winter-themed prize pack! (Maximum five entries.).
- Register for the program by completing your first reading log.
- Keep reading and enter up to 5 logs total between December 1 and February 29.
- The prize pack drawing will be held within a week after the end of the program at Central Library Express. Winners will be drawn from the pool of system-wide entries.
Winter Reading Challenge Events:
Drop-In Winter Painting Workshop
5-7 p.m., Tuesday, December 5
Central Library Express
Bookmark Party
2:30-4:30 p.m., Saturday, Jan. 13
South Garland Branch Library
Alcohol Ink Art Keychain
6:30, Tuesday, Jan. 23
Walnut Creek Branch Library
Exploding Valentine's Gift Box
5 - 7 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 6
North Garland Branch Library
English Conversation Classes
6:30 p.m., Mondays
Central Library Express
972-205-2533
Limited seating available. Google Meet option available.
6:30 p.m., Tuesdays
South Garland Branch Library 972-205-3931
Meeting once a week, these interactive conversation groups for English learners are geared toward improving every day skills in a casual setting. These classes will allow participants to improve their conversational skills in a friendly environment as well as build vocabulary and confidence.
- STORYTIMES
- FAMILIES
- CHILDREN ages 0-5
- YOUNG AUDIENCES ages 6-12
- TEENS ages 13-17
- ADULTS 18+
- SENIORS ages 55+
- BOOK CLUBS
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Wed Dec. 13
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Pajama Party Storytime at the Central Library Express Grab your favorite stuffie and put on your jammies, it's time for a Pajama Party! Join us for a mont...Pajama Party Storytime at the Central Library ExpressRead On
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Fri Dec. 15
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Family Haul-iday Show at the Central Library Express Happy Haulidays! Join us for a game show extravaganza where families will complete fun challenges fo...Family Haul-iday Show at the Central Library ExpressRead On
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Espectaculo de Juegos en la Biblioteca Central Express ¡Feliz fiestas! Acompáñenos para un espectáculo de juegos donde las familias completarán divertidos ...Espectaculo de Juegos en la Biblioteca Central ExpressRead On
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Sat Dec. 30
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Noon Year's Eve Eve at the South Garland Branch Library Ring in the New Year in style with your little ones! We will be celebrating the start of 2024 with c...Noon Year's Eve Eve at the South Garland Branch LibraryRead On
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Wed Dec. 13
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Play and Learn at the South Garland Branch Library It’s playtime! Families can participate in Play & Learn, a weekly event where families with chil...Play and Learn at the South Garland Branch LibraryRead On
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Pajama Party Storytime at the Central Library Express Grab your favorite stuffie and put on your jammies, it's time for a Pajama Party! Join us for a mont...Pajama Party Storytime at the Central Library ExpressRead On
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Fri Dec. 15
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Play and Learn at the South Garland Branch Library It’s playtime! Families can participate in Play & Learn, a weekly event where families with chil...Play and Learn at the South Garland Branch LibraryRead On
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Play and Learn at the Central Library Express Stop by every Friday morning for some fun open play! For children ages 0-6. No reservation required....Play and Learn at the Central Library ExpressRead On
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Sat Dec. 16
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Play and Learn at the South Garland Branch Library It’s playtime! Families can participate in Play & Learn, a weekly event where families with chil...Play and Learn at the South Garland Branch LibraryRead On
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Wed Dec. 20
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Play and Learn at the South Garland Branch Library It’s playtime! Families can participate in Play & Learn, a weekly event where families with chil...Play and Learn at the South Garland Branch LibraryRead On
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Sat Dec. 16
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Art Hackers: Holiday Sign at the Central Library Express Learn the science behind wood laser cutting while creating a work of art for the holidays!Art Hackers: Holiday Sign at the Central Library ExpressRead On
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Hackers de Arte: Letrero Navideño en la Biblioteca Central Express ¡Aprende la ciencia detrás del corte de madera con láser mientras creas una obra de arte para las fi...Hackers de Arte: Letrero Navideño en la Biblioteca Central ExpressRead On
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Thu Dec. 14
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Teen Advisory Board at the Central Library Express Garland Teens, make your voice heard! Join the Teen Advisory Board to help plan teen programs, devel...Teen Advisory Board at the Central Library ExpressRead On
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Fri Dec. 15
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Mini Maker Space: Open Lab at the Central Library Express Teens (ages 13-17) and adults are welcome to use the library’s Maker Space tools and resources. A va...Mini Maker Space: Open Lab at the Central Library ExpressRead On
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Sat Dec. 16
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Mini Maker Space: Laboratorio Abierto en la Biblioteca Central Express Los adolescentes (de 13 a 17 años) y los adultos son bienvenidos a utilizar las herramientas y recur...Mini Maker Space: Laboratorio Abierto en la Biblioteca Central ExpressRead On
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Mini Maker Space: Open Lab at the Central Library Express Teens (ages 13-17) and adults are welcome to use the library’s Maker Space tools and resources. A va...Mini Maker Space: Open Lab at the Central Library ExpressRead On
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Bake the Book: Holiday Bakes at the South Garland Branch Library Theme: We Whisk You Happy Holidays – Holiday Bakes.Bake the Book: Holiday Bakes at the South Garland Branch Library Read On
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Art Hackers: Holiday Sign at the Central Library Express Learn the science behind wood laser cutting while creating a work of art for the holidays!Art Hackers: Holiday Sign at the Central Library ExpressRead On
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Mon Dec. 11
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ESL Conversation Classes at the Central Library Express Improve your general English skills in a casual setting.ESL Conversation Classes at the Central Library ExpressRead On
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Clases de Conversación Inglés en la Biblioteca Central Express Mejore su inglés general en un espacio casual.Clases de Conversación Inglés en la Biblioteca Central ExpressRead On
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Tue Dec. 12
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Holiday Maker Fest at the Central Library Express Get into the holiday spirit by painting ornaments, creating a holiday card, enjoying refreshments, a...Holiday Maker Fest at the Central Library ExpressRead On
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ESL Conversation Classes at the South Garland Branch Library Improve your general English skills in a casual setting.ESL Conversation Classes at the South Garland Branch LibraryRead On
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Clases de Conversación Inglés en la Sucursal de South Garland Mejore su inglés general en un espacio casual.Clases de Conversación Inglés en la Sucursal de South GarlandRead On
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Thu Dec. 14
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Senior Social Hour: Harpessence at the South Garland Branch Library This four-person harp ensemble will perform a variety of elegantly-scored holiday music.Senior Social Hour: Harpessence at the South Garland Branch LibraryRead On
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Senior Social Hour: Harpessence at the South Garland Branch Library This four-person harp ensemble will perform a variety of elegantly-scored holiday music.Senior Social Hour: Harpessence at the South Garland Branch LibraryRead On
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Thu Dec. 14
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Book Club at the South Garland Branch Library Interested in reading and discussing books with other library patrons? Join us for the book club at ...Book Club at the South Garland Branch LibraryRead On
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Sat Dec. 16
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Bake the Book: Holiday Bakes at the South Garland Branch Library Theme: We Whisk You Happy Holidays – Holiday Bakes.Bake the Book: Holiday Bakes at the South Garland Branch Library Read On
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