Lakewood Library Friends Dallas

06/01/2026

Let’s give a huge round of applause to Miss Yari! 👩‍🍳✈️🍲

If you were lucky enough to score a seat at the adult cooking series, "What's Cooking with Miss Yari," you know exactly how incredible she is. Miss Yari has spent the last few months taking our neighborhood on a delicious journey all around the world, right from the library!

From exploring the flavors of Japan 🇯🇵 and France 🇫🇷 to diving into the culinary traditions of Eastern Europe 🥟 and the Caribbean 🏝️, she brought culture, community, and amazing tastes together in the best possible way.

Thank you, Miss Yari, for sharing your incredible talents with us and cooking up so much joy in Lakewood! 💚

👉 Did you attend one of Miss Yari’s cooking classes? Drop your favorite memory or a "thank you" to her in the comments below!

05/31/2026

Looking for something fun to do in the neighborhood this week? 📚✨ We have a packed lineup of awesome events happening at the branch for all ages! Check out what’s coming up:

👶 Toddler Storytime
📅 When: Tuesday, June 2
⏰ Times: Two sessions! 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM OR 11:00 AM – 11:30 AM
🧒 Ages: Infant, toddler & preschool (Suggested ages: 18 months - 3 years old)
📝 What: Practice early literacy skills, hear stories, sing songs, jump around, and learn!

🧋 Kawaii Club
📅 When: Wednesday, June 3
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
🧑‍🎤 Ages: Teens (Ages 13-17)
📝 What: Explore new anime and cool crafts while chatting with friends. Settle in and enjoy some tasty Japanese snacks!

🧪 STEM Kit: Floating Drawing
📅 When: Friday, June 5
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🎒 Ages: School Age (Ages 6-12)
📝 What: Make your drawings come alive! In this fun science activity, you'll learn how to make your sketches float and move around on water.

☕ Books & Brews
📅 When: Saturday, June 6
⏰ Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
🎨 Ages: Adults (18+)
📝 What: A perfect afternoon book club getaway. Note: Registration is required for this one!

👇 P.S. Did you know the Lakewood Library Friends helps fund awesome supplies for our Kawaii Club and the Books and Brew? Consider joining the Friends today to keep these community programs free for everyone! Link in our bio.

05/24/2026

🇺🇸📚 This Week at Lakewood Branch Library! 📚🇺🇸

We’re wrapping up May with a week full of stories, creativity, community, and fun for all ages! 💙

📌 Monday, May 25
🇺🇸 All Dallas Public Library branches will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.

👶 Tuesday, May 26
📖 10:45–11:45 AM – One Big Toddler Storytime (Ages 0–5)
Stories, songs, movement, and early literacy fun for toddlers and caregivers!

🧶 1:30–3:30 PM – Knit Wits (18+)
Bring your knitting or crochet project and enjoy a crafty afternoon with friends.

❤️ Wednesday, May 27
🩸 9:30 AM–12:30 PM – Carter BloodCare Blood Drive (18+)
Help save lives in our community by donating blood.

👶 10:00–10:30 AM – Baby Sensory Time (Ages 0–5)
A fun sensory experience designed to help babies explore and learn.

🤸 10:30–11:00 AM – Motor Skill Time (Ages 0–5)
Guided play focused on building fine and gross motor skills.

🌈 3:30–5:00 PM – Perler Bead Club (Family)
Create colorful themed masterpieces—perfect for all skill levels!

📚🔍 6:00–7:00 PM – What Happens Next Book Club: Part 2 (18+)
🔐 Registration required
Finish the mystery and see if your detective skills were right!

🍳 Thursday, May 28
🌍 6:00–7:30 PM – What’s Cooking? With Miss Yari (18+)
🔐 Registration required
Explore a new dish and culture in this fun cooking series.

🎨 Friday, May 29
🖌️ 1:30–3:30 PM – Craft and Chat (18+)
🔐 Registration required
Bring your latest craft project and connect with fellow makers.

✨ We can’t wait to see you at the library this week!

05/19/2026

🌼📚 This Week at Lakewood Branch Library! 📚🌼

Join us for another fun week of stories, creativity, and community connection! 💙

👶 Tuesday, May 19
📖 10:45–11:45 AM – One Big Toddler Storytime (Ages 0–5)
Stories, songs, movement, and early literacy fun for little learners and their grown-ups!

🧶 1:30–3:30 PM – Knit Wits (18+)
Bring your knitting or crochet project and enjoy a crafty afternoon full of conversation and laughs.

🌿 Thursday, May 21
🍴 6:00–7:30 PM – Homegrown Herbs for Healthier Home Cooking (18+)
Learn how to add fresh flavor and healthy ingredients to your meals with Master Gardener Barbara Gollman.

🎨 Friday
🖌️ 1:30–3:30 PM – Craft and Chat (18+)
🔐 Registration required
Bring your latest project, meet fellow makers, and enjoy a relaxing afternoon of creativity.

✨ We can’t wait to see you at the library this week!

05/07/2026

🎨🚧 A Little Plot Twist… 🚧🎨

Every great story has one and this year, ours comes with a bit of construction.

Due to ongoing updates at the library, we’re rescheduling the Lakewood Library Art Show to Spring 2027. While we’ll miss it this year, this extra time means we can come back with an even more inspiring (and less dusty 😉) experience for everyone.

🖌️ Think of it as a creative pause…with a big comeback ahead.

📅 Dates will be announced closer to Spring 2027, so stay tuned!

In the meantime, keep creating, keep dreaming, and maybe start that next masterpiece 🎨✨

05/04/2026

🌸📚 This Week at Lakewood Branch Library! 📚🌸

There’s something for everyone this week: stories, crafts, cozy vibes, and community fun! 💙

👶 Tuesday, May 5
📖 10:30–11:00 AM – Toddler Storytime (Ages 0–5)
📖 11:00–11:30 AM – Toddler Storytime (Ages 0–5)
Sing, read, and move together while building early literacy skills!

🧶 1:30–3:30 PM – Knit Wits (18+)
Bring your knitting or crochet project and enjoy a relaxed, creative afternoon.

🎌 Wednesday, May 6
✨ 5:00–6:30 PM – Kawaii Club (Teens 13–17)
Anime, crafts, and snacks; connect with fellow fans and get creative!

🌙 7:00–7:30 PM – PJ Storytime (Ages 0–5)
Wear your pajamas and wind down with stories, songs, and family fun.

🧠 Friday, May 8
🥪 12:00–1:00 PM – Lunch & Learn: Adult Speaker Series (18+)
Enjoy an engaging talk from local experts; bring your lunch and curiosity!

🎨 1:30–3:30 PM – Craft and Chat (18+)
🔐 Registration required
Work on your projects, share ideas, and connect with fellow crafters.

✨ We can’t wait to see you at the library this week!

04/27/2026

🌼📚 This Week at Lakewood Branch Library! 📚🌼

Join us for a week full of stories, creativity, community, and fun for all ages! 💙

👶 Tuesday, April 28
📖 10:45–11:45 AM – One Big Toddler Storytime (Ages 0–5)
Stories, songs, movement, and early literacy fun for toddlers and caregivers!
🧶 1:30–3:30 PM – Knit Wits (18+)
Bring your knitting or crochet project and enjoy a crafty afternoon with friends.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Wednesday, April 29
🌈 3:30–5:00 PM – Perler Bead Club (Family)
Create colorful perler bead masterpieces! All skill levels welcome.

🍳 Thursday, April 30
🌍 6:00–7:30 PM – What’s Cooking? With Miss Yari (18+)
🔐 Registration required
Travel the world through food as we explore a new dish together!

🧵 Friday, May 1
🪡 1:30–3:30 PM – The Great Community Quilting Bee (18+)
🔐 Registration required
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday by helping create a community quilt and learning quilting history.

☕📚 Saturday, May 2
📖 2:00–3:00 PM – Books & Brews (18+)
🔐 Registration required
Enjoy great conversation and book talk with fellow readers.

✨ We can’t wait to see you at the library this week!

04/19/2026

🌸📚 This Week at Lakewood Branch Library! 📚🌸

We’ve got another fun week of learning, creativity, and community for all ages! Come join us 💙

👶 Tuesday, April 21
📖 10:45–11:45 AM – One Big Toddler Storytime (Ages 0–5)
Stories, songs, movement, and early literacy fun for toddlers and caregivers!

🧶 1:30–3:30 PM – Knit Wits (18+)
Bring your knitting or crochet project and enjoy a fun afternoon with fellow crafters.

👶 Wednesday, April 22
👶 10:00–10:30 AM – Baby Sensory Time (Ages 0–5)
Interactive sensory play designed to help babies explore and grow.

🤸 10:30–11:00 AM – Motor Skill Time (Ages 0–5)
Guided play focused on building fine and gross motor skills.

🔎📚 6:00–7:00 PM – What Happens Next Book Club: Part 2 (18+)
Registration required. Love mysteries and guessing endings? This club is for you!

🎨 Friday, April 24
🎨 1:30–3:30 PM – Craft and Chat (18+)
Registration required. Bring your current craft project and enjoy conversation with fellow makers.

📚 Saturday, April 25
📚 2:30–3:30 PM – Lakewood Book Club (18+)
Connect with other readers and enjoy a lively discussion.

✨ We can’t wait to see you at the library this week!

04/13/2026

Important update for artists and patrons: The Lakewood Library's 61st Art Show has been rescheduled to Fall 2026 due to ongoing renovations. We believe the wait will be worth it as we aim for a stunning event that celebrates our talented community. Key dates include the Art Intake on September 26 and the public exhibition from October 5-24. We appreciate your understanding and support during this transition. Join us in promoting art and community engagement.

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04/06/2026

🌸📚 What’s Happening at the Library This Week! 📚🌸

We’ve got a full week of fun for all ages, storytimes, crafts, books, and more! 💙

👶 Tuesday (Apr 7)
📖 10:30–11:00 AM – Toddler Storytime (Ages 0–5)
📖 11:00–11:30 AM – Toddler Storytime (Ages 0–5)
Sing, read, and move while building early literacy skills! 🎶📚

🧶 1:30–3:30 PM – Knit Wits (18+)
Bring your knitting (or crochet 😉) and enjoy a fun, social afternoon!

🧱 Wednesday (Apr 8)
🧱 4:00–5:00 PM – Lego Hour (Ages 6–12)
Build, create, and let your imagination run wild!

📚 6:00–7:00 PM – What Happens Next Book Club: Part 1 (18+)
🔐 Registration required
Read halfway, then join us to predict the ending!

🌙 7:00–7:30 PM – PJ Storytime (Ages 0–5)
Pajamas, stories, and cozy fun for the whole family! 💤📖

🌿 Thursday (Apr 9)
🌱 6:00–7:30 PM – Wicked Plants (18+)
Learn about the fascinating (and dangerous!) side of plants with a Master Gardener 🌿

🍽 Friday (Apr 10)
🎤 12:00–1:00 PM – Lunch & Learn (18+)
Enjoy an engaging talk from a local expert!

🎨 1:30–3:30 PM – Craft and Chat (18+)
🔐 Registration required
Bring your project and connect with fellow crafters!

✨ There’s something for everyone; we hope to see you this week!