| 01 Libraries Closed
Libraries Closed2023-01-01T00:00:00
Event LocationGarlandTX75046 |
02 Libraries Closed
Libraries Closed2023-01-02T00:00:00
Event LocationGarlandTX75046 |
03 English Conversation Class
English Conversation Class2023-01-03T18:30:00This recurring class is a way for new English speakers and other patrons to practice English in a stress-free, conversational setting.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 |
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05 Adult Game Night
Adult Game Night2023-01-05T18:00:00Once a month @ 6:00 pm on the first Thursday of the month, adults (18+) are welcome to gather at the Central Library to play board games, cards or work puzzles.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting
Senior Citizens Advisory Commission Meeting2023-01-05T09:00:00The Garland Senior Citizens Advisory Commission meets at 9 a.m. the first Thursday of each month. Check the agenda for the link.
Work Session Room200 N. Fifth StreetGarlandTX75040 |
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07 Happy Birthday GISD!
Happy Birthday GISD!2023-01-07T00:00:00Voters create Garland Independent School District by a vote of 49 to 5.
Event LocationGarlandTX75046 Lego Club
Lego Club2023-01-07T14:30:00Are you up for the challenge? Join us for Library Lego Club, where you'll create Lego designs based on new challenges each month.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 |
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English Conversation Class
English Conversation Class2023-01-09T18:30:00This recurring class is a way for new English speakers and other patrons to practice English in a stress-free, conversational setting. Light snacks and drinks will be provided as well.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Screenwriting for Beginners
Screenwriting for Beginners2023-01-09T18:30:00Join us in learning the basics of screenwriting, including how to format a screenplay for movies and television.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Garland City Council Work Session
Garland City Council Work Session2023-01-09T18:00:00The Garland City Council holds its Work Session at 6 p.m. on Mondays preceding Tuesday City Council meetings. Check the agenda for the link.
Work Session Room200 N. Fifth StreetGarlandTX75040 Plan Commission Meeting
Plan Commission Meeting2023-01-09T19:00:00The Garland Plan Commission holds its Regular Meeting at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Mondays of each month. Check the agenda for the link.
City Council Chamber200 N. Fifth StreetGarlandTX75040 |
Baby Bounce & Read
Baby Bounce & Read2023-01-10T09:30:00Babies, from newborns to 18 months, and their caregivers can learn, play and grow in this storytime designed to engage our youngest patrons with rhymes, songs, bounces, and books. Activities will incorporate early literacy practices that caregivers can bring into their babies' everyday lives.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Toddler Time
Toddler Time2023-01-10T10:30:00Learn, play, and grow in this storytime designed for toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, and their caregivers! With books, songs, rhymes, and movement, toddlers will develop early literacy skills to help them grow and have fun.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Creativity Night / Noche de Creatividad
Creativity Night / Noche de Creatividad2023-01-10T18:00:00Let's get creative! Join us every Tuesday night for an hour of crafting the whole family can enjoy. Drop in between 6-7pm!
¡Seamos creativos! Acompáñenos todos los Martes por la noche para una hora de manualidades que puede disfrutar toda la familia. ¡Pase entre 6-7pm!
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 English Conversation Class
English Conversation Class2023-01-10T18:30:00This recurring class is a way for new English speakers and other patrons to practice English in a stress-free, conversational setting.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Garland City Council Regular Meeting
Garland City Council Regular Meeting2023-01-10T19:00:00The Garland City Council holds its Regular Session at 7 p.m. Tuesdays. Check the agenda for the link.
City Council Chamber200 N. Fifth StreetGarlandTX75040 |
Family Read & Play
Family Read & Play2023-01-11T10:00:00The whole family will learn, play, and grow during this interactive storytime full of stories, creative movement, and songs that will strengthen listening, language, and literacy skills. We will use books, movement activities, songs, rhymes, manipulative, and extensions that promote the growth of the child's literacy, brain, and emotional development. We will also model ways caregivers can interact, engage, and be their child's first teacher.
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 Preschool Discovery
Preschool Discovery2023-01-11T10:15:00Preschool Discovery, for kids ages 3-5, will help develop literacy skills in preparation for school. The story times will consist of different themes every week including family, love, holidays, friendship, animals and food, which in turn will highlight our vast youth collection.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Play & Learn
Play & Learn2023-01-11T11:00:00Join us at Garland Libraries for free-play time for families to enjoy. A variety of toys, STEAM toys, games, and stations will be available to explore!
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 Get Your Game On
Get Your Game On2023-01-11T14:00:00Join us for an afternoon of gaming! We will provide an assortment of board games that adults to play together such as scrabble, playing cards, dominoes, checkers, backgammon.
Walnut Creek Branch Library3319 Edgewood Dr.GarlandTX75042 New Year's Eve - Plaza Movie Classic
New Year's Eve - Plaza Movie Classic2023-01-11T19:00:00The City of Garland Cultural Arts Dept. presents a FREE showing of this 2011 classic. The lives of several couples and singles in New York City intertwine over the course of New Year's Eve.
Admission is FREE and open to the public.
Free parking for all Plaza Theatre events will be available at Garland Central Library.
Plaza Theatre521 W State StreetGarlandTX75040 Environmental & Community Advisory Board
Environmental & Community Advisory Board2023-01-11T19:00:00The Environmental and Community Advisory Board meets the second Wednesday of the month, as needed. The ECAB reviews, develops and recommends new environmental and neighborhood related projects to the City Council.
Work Session Room200 N. Fifth StreetGarlandTX75040 |
Preschool Discovery
Preschool Discovery2023-01-12T09:30:00Preschool Discovery, for kids ages 3-5, will help develop literacy skills in preparation for school. The story times will consist of different themes every week including family, love, holidays, friendship, animals and food, which in turn will highlight our vast youth collection.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Cuentos y Cantos (Spanish Storytime)
Cuentos y Cantos (Spanish Storytime)2023-01-12T10:30:00Este tiempo de cuentos en Español se dedica a preparar a su hijo para ingresar a la escuela. Acompáñenos para unos cuentos y cantos mientras aprendemos sobre temas escolares y lo más importante, las habilidades necesarias para leer.
(This Spanish Storytime is dedicated to preparing your child for entering school. Join us for stories and songs as we learn school subjects and, most importantly, the skills needed to read.)
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Building Your Crochet Basics
Building Your Crochet Basics2023-01-12T18:30:00Come learn to crochet with us as we present a monthly, four-part series on the basics of crochet.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Teen Advisory Board
Teen Advisory Board2023-01-12T18:30:00Teens can make a difference in their community and earn volunteer hours by joining the Teen Advisory Board. Attend a meeting to apply and discuss future library events, services, and materials for teens.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 |
Baby Bounce & Read
Baby Bounce & Read2023-01-13T10:00:00Babies, from newborns to 18 months, and their caregivers can learn, play and grow in this storytime designed to engage our youngest patrons with rhymes, songs, bounces, and books. Activities will incorporate early literacy practices that caregivers can bring into their babies' everyday lives.
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 Baby Bounce & Read
Baby Bounce & Read2023-01-13T10:15:00Babies, from newborns to 18 months, and their caregivers can learn, play and grow in this storytime designed to engage our youngest patrons with rhymes, songs, bounces, and books. Activities will incorporate early literacy practices that caregivers can bring into their babies' everyday lives.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Toddler Time
Toddler Time2023-01-13T11:00:00Learn, play, and grow in this storytime designed for toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, and their caregivers! With books, songs, rhymes, and movement, toddlers will develop early literacy skills to help them grow and have fun.
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 Toddler Time
Toddler Time2023-01-13T11:15:00Learn, play, and grow in this storytime designed for toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, and their caregivers! With books, songs, rhymes, and movement, toddlers will develop early literacy skills to help them grow and have fun.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Every Body Yoga
Every Body Yoga2023-01-13T14:00:00Adults can learn the basics of yoga from a professional yoga instructor. Attendees must provide their own blanket, towel, or yoga mat and are encouraged to exercise within limits of their abilities and fitness levels.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 “A Gathering of Dances” presented by Millermuller Ballet
“A Gathering of Dances” presented by Millermuller Ballet 2023-01-13T19:30:00Millermuller Ballet invites you to our 8th annual “A Gathering of Dances”. Join us on Friday, January 13th at 7:30 p.m. at the Plaza Theatre in downtown Garland, Texas for this lively dance collective showcasing dancers from across the southwest.
Plaza Theatre521 W State StreetGarlandTX75040 |
"Lift Every Voice and Sing" Musical
"Lift Every Voice and Sing" Musical2023-01-14T12:00:00 The celebration continues following the parade with the 2nd Annual Musical: “Lift Every Voice and Sing” The MLK Communitywide Youth Choir joined by students from the Garland ISD Fine Arts Department will perform. Winners of the 2023 MLK Float Contest will be announced at the musical. This event is free and open to the public.
Granville Arts Center300 N Fifth Street GarlandTX75040 Play & Learn
Play & Learn2023-01-14T10:00:00Join us at Garland Libraries for free-play time for families to enjoy. A variety of toys, STEAM toys, games, and stations will be available to explore!
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Family Read & Play
Family Read & Play2023-01-14T10:30:00The whole family will learn, play, and grow during this interactive storytime full of stories, creative movement, and songs that will strengthen listening, language, and literacy skills. We will use books, movement activities, songs, rhymes, manipulative, and extensions that promote the growth of the child's literacy, brain, and emotional development. We will also model ways caregivers can interact, engage, and be their child's first teacher.
Walnut Creek Branch Library3319 Edgewood Dr.GarlandTX75042 STEAM Lab
STEAM Lab2023-01-14T14:30:00Open STEAM lab for ages 6-12. / Laboratorio STEAM abierto a edades 6-12.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Teen After Hours
Teen After Hours2023-01-14T18:30:00Teens will break into teams and solve puzzles in a Harry Potter themed escape room.
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 Always Busy presented by Nola Gumbo Entertainment
Always Busy presented by Nola Gumbo Entertainment 2023-01-14T18:30:00What happens when a family is Always Busy .....even for what is more important...family
Plaza Theatre521 W State StreetGarlandTX75040 |
| 15 MLK Youth Extravaganza
MLK Youth Extravaganza2023-01-15T16:00:00Youth groups from area churches and the Garland ISD will showcase their spiritual talents in praise dance and athletic talents in step routines. Admission is free and the MLK Youth Extravaganza is open to the public.
For more information on these events, please contact the NAACP Garland Unit at 972.381.5044, voice box #5, or visit the NAACP Garland Unit’s website: www.garlandtxnaacp.org and click on MLK Events.
Granville Arts Center300 N Fifth Street GarlandTX75040 |
16 Libraries Closed
Libraries Closed2023-01-16T00:00:00All Garland Libraries will be closed on Monday, January 16 for Martin Luther King Day.
Event LocationGarlandTX75046 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Holiday2023-01-16T00:00:00All City of Garland offices, utility customer service and tax offices, recreation centers and senior centers, and libraries will be closed Monday, Jan. 16, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The recycling center, transfer station and Hinton Landfill will also be closed. Firewheel Golf Park Old and Lakes Courses will remain open. There will be no disruption in trash or recycling collection.
Event LocationGarlandTX75046 |
Baby Bounce & Read
Baby Bounce & Read2023-01-17T09:30:00Babies, from newborns to 18 months, and their caregivers can learn, play and grow in this storytime designed to engage our youngest patrons with rhymes, songs, bounces, and books. Activities will incorporate early literacy practices that caregivers can bring into their babies' everyday lives.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Toddler Time
Toddler Time2023-01-17T10:30:00Learn, play, and grow in this storytime designed for toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, and their caregivers! With books, songs, rhymes, and movement, toddlers will develop early literacy skills to help them grow and have fun.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Bookworm Book Club
Bookworm Book Club2023-01-17T13:00:00Are you and your preschooler looking for a new way to enjoy reading? Join our new Bookworm Book Club at the South Garland Branch Library!
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Creativity Night / Noche de Creatividad
Creativity Night / Noche de Creatividad2023-01-17T18:00:00Let's get creative! Join us every Tuesday night for an hour of crafting the whole family can enjoy. Drop in between 6-7pm!
¡Seamos creativos! Acompáñenos todos los Martes por la noche para una hora de manualidades que puede disfrutar toda la familia. ¡Pase entre 6-7pm!
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 English Conversation Class
English Conversation Class2023-01-17T18:30:00This recurring class is a way for new English speakers and other patrons to practice English in a stress-free, conversational setting.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Cultural Arts Commission
Cultural Arts Commission 2023-01-17T17:00:00The Garland Cultural Arts Commission meets on the Tuesday following the third Monday of January, April, July and October.
Granville Arts Center300 N Fifth Street GarlandTX75040 Garland City Council Work Session
Garland City Council Work Session2023-01-17T18:00:00The Garland City Council holds its Work Session at 6 p.m. preceding Tuesday City Council meetings. Check the agenda for the link.
Work Session Room200 N. Fifth StreetGarlandTX75040 Garland City Council Regular Meeting
Garland City Council Regular Meeting2023-01-17T19:00:00The Garland City Council holds its Regular Session at 7 p.m. the first and third Tuesdays of the month. Check the agenda for the link.
City Council Chamber200 N. Fifth StreetGarlandTX75040 |
18 Family Read & Play
Family Read & Play2023-01-18T10:00:00The whole family will learn, play, and grow during this interactive storytime full of stories, creative movement, and songs that will strengthen listening, language, and literacy skills. We will use books, movement activities, songs, rhymes, manipulative, and extensions that promote the growth of the child's literacy, brain, and emotional development. We will also model ways caregivers can interact, engage, and be their child's first teacher.
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 Preschool Discovery
Preschool Discovery2023-01-18T10:15:00Preschool Discovery, for kids ages 3-5, will help develop literacy skills in preparation for school. The story times will consist of different themes every week including family, love, holidays, friendship, animals and food, which in turn will highlight our vast youth collection.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Play & Learn
Play & Learn2023-01-18T11:00:00Join us at Garland Libraries for free-play time for families to enjoy. A variety of toys, STEAM toys, games, and stations will be available to explore!
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 |
Preschool Discovery
Preschool Discovery2023-01-19T09:30:00Preschool Discovery, for kids ages 3-5, will help develop literacy skills in preparation for school. The story times will consist of different themes every week including family, love, holidays, friendship, animals and food, which in turn will highlight our vast youth collection.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Cuentos y Cantos (Spanish Storytime)
Cuentos y Cantos (Spanish Storytime)2023-01-19T10:30:00Este tiempo de cuentos en Español se dedica a preparar a su hijo para ingresar a la escuela. Acompáñenos para unos cuentos y cantos mientras aprendemos sobre temas escolares y lo más importante, las habilidades necesarias para leer.
(This Spanish Storytime is dedicated to preparing your child for entering school. Join us for stories and songs as we learn school subjects and, most importantly, the skills needed to read.)
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Senior Social Hour: Sentimenal Journey Duo
Senior Social Hour: Sentimenal Journey Duo2023-01-19T14:00:00Patrons aged 55+ may attend this saxophone & piano duo performance of jazz and pop favorites. Refreshments served. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Adult Book Club
Adult Book Club2023-01-19T18:30:00Interested in reading and discussing books with other library patrons? Join us for the book club at the South Garland Branch Library as we discuss a different book each month and enjoy light refreshments.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Novel Ideas
Novel Ideas2023-01-19T18:30:00Come chat with other teens about recent reads, all-time favorites, books you didn't get, or books you couldn't put down. No assigned book - read what you want, or come for recommendations!
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Community Multicultural Commission Meeting
Community Multicultural Commission Meeting2023-01-19T18:00:00The Community Multicultural Commission meets at 6 p.m. the third Thursday of each month.
Work Session Room200 N. Fifth StreetGarlandTX75040 |
Baby Bounce & Read
Baby Bounce & Read2023-01-20T10:00:00Babies, from newborns to 18 months, and their caregivers can learn, play and grow in this storytime designed to engage our youngest patrons with rhymes, songs, bounces, and books. Activities will incorporate early literacy practices that caregivers can bring into their babies' everyday lives.
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 Baby Bounce & Read
Baby Bounce & Read2023-01-20T10:15:00Babies, from newborns to 18 months, and their caregivers can learn, play and grow in this storytime designed to engage our youngest patrons with rhymes, songs, bounces, and books. Activities will incorporate early literacy practices that caregivers can bring into their babies' everyday lives.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Toddler Time
Toddler Time2023-01-20T11:00:00Learn, play, and grow in this storytime designed for toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, and their caregivers! With books, songs, rhymes, and movement, toddlers will develop early literacy skills to help them grow and have fun.
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 Toddler Time
Toddler Time2023-01-20T11:15:00Learn, play, and grow in this storytime designed for toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, and their caregivers! With books, songs, rhymes, and movement, toddlers will develop early literacy skills to help them grow and have fun.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Every Body Yoga
Every Body Yoga2023-01-20T14:00:00Adults can learn the basics of yoga from a professional yoga instructor. Attendees must provide their own blanket, towel, or yoga mat and are encouraged to exercise within limits of their abilities and fitness levels.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Animal Services Advisory Committee
Animal Services Advisory Committee2023-01-20T12:00:00The Animal Services Advisory Committee meets quarterly. Board members advise the City Council and Managing Director of Health in complying with the Texas Department of State Health Services rules pertaining to animal shelters.
Work Session Room200 N. Fifth StreetGarlandTX75040 |
Play & Learn
Play & Learn2023-01-21T10:00:00Join us at Garland Libraries for free-play time for families to enjoy. A variety of toys, STEAM toys, games, and stations will be available to explore!
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Steam Lab Saturdays
Steam Lab Saturdays2023-01-21T10:00:00Participants will explore science and engineering concepts while completing hands-on STEAM projects.
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 Clases de Computación en Español
Clases de Computación en Español2023-01-21T10:30:00La Biblioteca de Garland organizará clases de computación en español. Serán disponibles para los residentes de Garland. La inscripción habré dos semanas antes de la fecha de la clase.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Family Read & Play
Family Read & Play2023-01-21T10:30:00The whole family will learn, play, and grow during this interactive storytime full of stories, creative movement, and songs that will strengthen listening, language, and literacy skills. We will use books, movement activities, songs, rhymes, manipulative, and extensions that promote the growth of the child's literacy, brain, and emotional development. We will also model ways caregivers can interact, engage, and be their child's first teacher.
Walnut Creek Branch Library3319 Edgewood Dr.GarlandTX75042 Book Explorers
Book Explorers2023-01-21T14:30:00What will you discover when you become a Book Explorer? Reading and hands-on learning come together in this program for children ages 6-12.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Lunar New Year Celebration
Lunar New Year Celebration2023-01-21T14:30:00Celebrate the Lunar New Year with fun activities-- making red envelopes, blossom lanterns, and New Year Cards.
Walnut Creek Branch Library3319 Edgewood Dr.GarlandTX75042 Special City Council Work Session
Special City Council Work Session2023-01-21T08:30:00The Garland City Council will host a special work session to discuss the proposed 2023 Capital Improvements Program.
Dallas County Road and Bridge Office 1 715 Rowlett RoadGarlandTX75043 |
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23 Library Board Monthly Meeting
Library Board Monthly Meeting2023-01-23T18:00:00The purpose of the Library Board is to advise the City Council on problems relating to the Public Library and to recommend plans and programs to promote the library system for the city. The Board approves library policies, long range plans, and other pertinent documents as they are recommended by Karen Archibald, Director of Libraries.
Work Session Room200 N. Fifth StreetGarlandTX75040 English Conversation Class
English Conversation Class2023-01-23T18:30:00This recurring class is a way for new English speakers and other patrons to practice English in a stress-free, conversational setting. Light snacks and drinks will be provided as well.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Plan Commission Meeting
Plan Commission Meeting2023-01-23T19:00:00The Garland Plan Commission holds its Regular Meeting at 7 p.m. the second and fourth Mondays of each month. Check the agenda for the link.
City Council Chamber200 N. Fifth StreetGarlandTX75040 |
Baby Bounce & Read
Baby Bounce & Read2023-01-24T09:30:00Babies, from newborns to 18 months, and their caregivers can learn, play and grow in this storytime designed to engage our youngest patrons with rhymes, songs, bounces, and books. Activities will incorporate early literacy practices that caregivers can bring into their babies' everyday lives.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Toddler Time
Toddler Time2023-01-24T10:30:00Learn, play, and grow in this storytime designed for toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, and their caregivers! With books, songs, rhymes, and movement, toddlers will develop early literacy skills to help them grow and have fun.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Creativity Night / Noche de Creatividad
Creativity Night / Noche de Creatividad2023-01-24T18:00:00Let's get creative! Join us every Tuesday night for an hour of crafting the whole family can enjoy. Drop in between 6-7pm!
¡Seamos creativos! Acompáñenos todos los Martes por la noche para una hora de manualidades que puede disfrutar toda la familia. ¡Pase entre 6-7pm!
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 English Conversation Class
English Conversation Class2023-01-24T18:30:00This recurring class is a way for new English speakers and other patrons to practice English in a stress-free, conversational setting.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Public Input Meeting: Senior Activity Center
Public Input Meeting: Senior Activity Center2023-01-24T17:30:00The public input meeting for the new Senior Activity Center is an opportunity for you to tell us what you'd like to see in the new facility.
Granger Recreation Center1310 W. Avenue FGarlandTX75040 Special City Council Work Session
Special City Council Work Session2023-01-24T18:00:00The Garland City Council will host a special work session and public hearing to discuss the proposed 2023 Capital Improvements Program.
Work Session Room200 N. Fifth StreetGarlandTX75040 |
25 Family Read & Play
Family Read & Play2023-01-25T10:00:00The whole family will learn, play, and grow during this interactive storytime full of stories, creative movement, and songs that will strengthen listening, language, and literacy skills. We will use books, movement activities, songs, rhymes, manipulative, and extensions that promote the growth of the child's literacy, brain, and emotional development. We will also model ways caregivers can interact, engage, and be their child's first teacher.
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 Preschool Discovery
Preschool Discovery2023-01-25T10:15:00Preschool Discovery, for kids ages 3-5, will help develop literacy skills in preparation for school. The story times will consist of different themes every week including family, love, holidays, friendship, animals and food, which in turn will highlight our vast youth collection.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Play & Learn
Play & Learn2023-01-25T11:00:00Join us at Garland Libraries for free-play time for families to enjoy. A variety of toys, STEAM toys, games, and stations will be available to explore!
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 |
Preschool Discovery
Preschool Discovery2023-01-26T09:30:00Preschool Discovery, for kids ages 3-5, will help develop literacy skills in preparation for school. The story times will consist of different themes every week including family, love, holidays, friendship, animals and food, which in turn will highlight our vast youth collection.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Cuentos y Cantos (Spanish Storytime)
Cuentos y Cantos (Spanish Storytime)2023-01-26T10:30:00Este tiempo de cuentos en Español se dedica a preparar a su hijo para ingresar a la escuela. Acompáñenos para unos cuentos y cantos mientras aprendemos sobre temas escolares y lo más importante, las habilidades necesarias para leer.
(This Spanish Storytime is dedicated to preparing your child for entering school. Join us for stories and songs as we learn school subjects and, most importantly, the skills needed to read.)
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Mystery Book Club
Mystery Book Club2023-01-26T18:00:00Adult book club for lovers of mysteries and thrillers. This club meets once a month @ 6:00 p.m. on the fourth Thursday of the month.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Adulting 101
Adulting 1012023-01-26T18:30:00Join us for these crash courses in Adulting 101 - learning some basic life skills for being a "responsible" "grown-up."
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Public Input Meeting: Senior Activity Center
Public Input Meeting: Senior Activity Center2023-01-26T17:30:00The public input meeting for the new Senior Activity Center is an opportunity for you to tell us what you'd like to see in the new facility.
Audubon Recreation Center342 W Oates Rd.GarlandTX75043 District 5 Town Hall
District 5 Town Hall2023-01-26T18:30:00Join District 5 Council Member Margaret Lucht for an informative event the South Garland Branch Library. Topics will include Neighborhood Police Officers and starting a Crime Watch group; Neighborhood Vitality and how to start a Neighborhood Association; and updates from the Street and Transportation departments.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 |
Baby Bounce & Read
Baby Bounce & Read2023-01-27T10:00:00Babies, from newborns to 18 months, and their caregivers can learn, play and grow in this storytime designed to engage our youngest patrons with rhymes, songs, bounces, and books. Activities will incorporate early literacy practices that caregivers can bring into their babies' everyday lives.
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 Baby Bounce & Read
Baby Bounce & Read2023-01-27T10:15:00Babies, from newborns to 18 months, and their caregivers can learn, play and grow in this storytime designed to engage our youngest patrons with rhymes, songs, bounces, and books. Activities will incorporate early literacy practices that caregivers can bring into their babies' everyday lives.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Toddler Time
Toddler Time2023-01-27T11:00:00Learn, play, and grow in this storytime designed for toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, and their caregivers! With books, songs, rhymes, and movement, toddlers will develop early literacy skills to help them grow and have fun.
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 Toddler Time
Toddler Time2023-01-27T11:15:00Learn, play, and grow in this storytime designed for toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, and their caregivers! With books, songs, rhymes, and movement, toddlers will develop early literacy skills to help them grow and have fun.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Every Body Yoga
Every Body Yoga2023-01-27T14:00:00Adults can learn the basics of yoga from a professional yoga instructor. Attendees must provide their own blanket, towel, or yoga mat and are encouraged to exercise within limits of their abilities and fitness levels.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 |
Play & Learn
Play & Learn2023-01-28T10:00:00Join us at Garland Libraries for free-play time for families to enjoy. A variety of toys, STEAM toys, games, and stations will be available to explore!
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Family Read & Play
Family Read & Play2023-01-28T10:30:00The whole family will learn, play, and grow during this interactive storytime full of stories, creative movement, and songs that will strengthen listening, language, and literacy skills. We will use books, movement activities, songs, rhymes, manipulative, and extensions that promote the growth of the child's literacy, brain, and emotional development. We will also model ways caregivers can interact, engage, and be their child's first teacher.
Walnut Creek Branch Library3319 Edgewood Dr.GarlandTX75042 Get Bready to Crumble! A Bake the Book Program
Get Bready to Crumble! A Bake the Book Program2023-01-28T14:30:00Prove you've got what it bakes! Choose a recipe from our selected book or bring your favorite recipe that fits each month's theme.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 Middle Grade Makers: Make Your Own Pinball Machine
Middle Grade Makers: Make Your Own Pinball Machine2023-01-28T14:30:00Middle Grade students, 4th - 8th grade, will explore the world of physics while make their own cardboard Pinball Machine.
Walnut Creek Branch Library3319 Edgewood Dr.GarlandTX75042 Vietnamese New Year / Tet
Vietnamese New Year / Tet2023-01-28T14:30:00Families and children of all ages can celebrate Vietnamese New Year, or Tet, with a performance from the Lion Dance Troupe.
North Garland Branch Library3845 N. Garland Ave.GarlandTX75040 |
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30 Happy Birthday B.H. Freeman Elementary
Happy Birthday B.H. Freeman Elementary2023-01-30T00:00:00On this day in 1949 B.H. Freeman Elementary, Garland's second elementary, opened.
Event LocationGarlandTX75046 English Conversation Class
English Conversation Class2023-01-30T18:30:00This recurring class is a way for new English speakers and other patrons to practice English in a stress-free, conversational setting. Light snacks and drinks will be provided as well.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 |
Baby Bounce & Read
Baby Bounce & Read2023-01-31T09:30:00Babies, from newborns to 18 months, and their caregivers can learn, play and grow in this storytime designed to engage our youngest patrons with rhymes, songs, bounces, and books. Activities will incorporate early literacy practices that caregivers can bring into their babies' everyday lives.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Toddler Time
Toddler Time2023-01-31T10:30:00Learn, play, and grow in this storytime designed for toddlers, ages 18 months to 3 years, and their caregivers! With books, songs, rhymes, and movement, toddlers will develop early literacy skills to help them grow and have fun.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Computer Classes for Beginners
Computer Classes for Beginners2023-01-31T14:00:00The Garland Libraries will host a computer class every other week at Central Library. Open to Garland Residents.
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 Creativity Night / Noche de Creatividad
Creativity Night / Noche de Creatividad2023-01-31T18:00:00Let's get creative! Join us every Tuesday night for an hour of crafting the whole family can enjoy. Drop in between 6-7pm!
¡Seamos creativos! Acompáñenos todos los Martes por la noche para una hora de manualidades que puede disfrutar toda la familia. ¡Pase entre 6-7pm!
Central Library625 Austin St.GarlandTX75040 English Conversation Class
English Conversation Class2023-01-31T18:30:00This recurring class is a way for new English speakers and other patrons to practice English in a stress-free, conversational setting.
South Garland Branch Library4845 Broadway Blvd.GarlandTX75043 |
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