Preston Hollow Memory Cafe

Welcome to the Preston Hollow Memory CafÊ!This event creates a meeting place for people with dementia and their caregivers twice a month. The memory cafÊ is a comfortable, welcoming space for shared social interaction and activities and a place where both caregiver a......More

Welcome to the Preston Hollow Memory CafÊ!This event creates a meeting place for people with dementia and their caregivers twice a month. The memory cafÊ is a comfortable, welcoming space for shared social interaction and activities and a place where both caregiver and care recipient can socialize together and connect with others in similar situations.The Memory CafÊ is held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month and will include light refreshments and activities.This is not a drop-off or respite care.Also, don't miss our Caregiver Support series event on the last Monday of each month at 1pm except in May due to Memorial Day.Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future Adult Programming opportunities!

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, US

What Good Are Bugs?

Of the more than 1 million named species of insects, fewer than 1 percent are pests. Come learn about the benefits of insects in the garden and what we can do to help them.Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future kids' p......More

Of the more than 1 million named species of insects, fewer than 1 percent are pests. Come learn about the benefits of insects in the garden and what we can do to help them.Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future kids' programming!

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, 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.  Participation of parents and caregivers is highly recommended.Space is limited to 30 children and their adults.  There will ......More

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.  Participation of parents and caregivers is highly recommended.Space is limited to 30 children and their adults.  There will be TWO separate storytimes, one at 9:30 and another at 10:30. These will be exactly the same. This storytime will also be the same as our Saturday Storytimes at 9:30.

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, 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.  Participation of parents and caregivers is highly recommended.Space is limited to 30 children and their adults.  There will ......More

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.  Participation of parents and caregivers is highly recommended.Space is limited to 30 children and their adults.  There will be TWO separate storytimes, one at 9:30 and another at 10:30. These will be exactly the same. This storytime will also be the same as our Saturday Storytimes at 9:30.

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, US

American Mah Jongg

đMeet new friends and discover the addiction of the game of Mah Jongg.đThese sessions will be open-play with no instructors and you must bring your own set.Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future Adult Programming oppor......More

đMeet new friends and discover the addiction of the game of Mah Jongg.đThese sessions will be open-play with no instructors and you must bring your own set.Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future Adult Programming opportunities!

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, US

Bandan Koro: A Juneteenth Experience

Celebrate Juneteenth!This will be a special performance by Bandan Koro, an African Drum and Dance ensemble dedicated to fostering a greater awareness, understanding, appreciation, and respect for African-related music, dance, and culture. Learn about Africa and its bea......More

Celebrate Juneteenth!This will be a special performance by Bandan Koro, an African Drum and Dance ensemble dedicated to fostering a greater awareness, understanding, appreciation, and respect for African-related music, dance, and culture. Learn about Africa and its beautiful, diverse customs as we listen and watch Bandan Koro perform special musical and dance numbers!    Bandan Koro: A Juneteenth Experience is supported in part by the City of Dallas Office of Cultural Affairs.   Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future programming opportunities!

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, US

Dallas Public Library Branches Closed for Juneteenth

All Dallas Public Library branches are closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

PURLS Fiber Arts Meet-up

đ§śKnit with us at this weekly craft meet-up for adults.đ§śDon't know how? Knot a problem! Needles, yarn and help are all provided for beginners who want to learn.Knitting, crochet, or needle craft; you don't need to work alone. Make friends and listen to a good yarn, p......More

đ§śKnit with us at this weekly craft meet-up for adults.đ§śDon't know how? Knot a problem! Needles, yarn and help are all provided for beginners who want to learn.Knitting, crochet, or needle craft; you don't need to work alone. Make friends and listen to a good yarn, perhaps while darning! There is no pressure to arrive right on time or stay the entire two hours, we welcome any crafters for however long they can commit. On Fridays we knit! Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future crafting programming!

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, US

Sensory Playtime

Play in a sensory-friendly way!This quieter, more relaxed play session will offer children of all abilities an opportunity to understand their senses. Children and their families can explore centers designed to promote cognitive and fine motor skills development and bui......More

Play in a sensory-friendly way!This quieter, more relaxed play session will offer children of all abilities an opportunity to understand their senses. Children and their families can explore centers designed to promote cognitive and fine motor skills development and build early literacy skills. Caregivers are required to participate with their child(ren) as they enjoy this free-play library experience.Recommended ages are 2 - 5 years old Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future kids' programming!This is part of a new series of Saturday Programming for Preschoolers & Toddlers! Here is the monthly lineup for Saturdays at 9:30 January through May:Every Saturday at 9:30am1st Saturday -Storytime2nd Saturday - Music & Movement3rd Saturday -Sensory Playtime4th Saturday -STEM Playtime

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, US

Preston Hollow Caregiver Support Group

This caregiver support group will be meeting every 4th Monday beginning February 26, 2024.This will be a safe environment for members to share and learn.This caregiver support group provides emotional, educational and social support for family and friends of individuals......More

This caregiver support group will be meeting every 4th Monday beginning February 26, 2024.This will be a safe environment for members to share and learn.This caregiver support group provides emotional, educational and social support for family and friends of individuals with Alzheimer's Disease and other related dementias. This group will be facilitated by a Certified Dementia  Practitioner.

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, US

Youth D&D Campaign

đ˛Your adventuring party awaits! đWe have a Summer Campaign just for those 10 & up. This four-session campaign will run every two weeks throughout the summer. While we encourage attendees to come to every session, there is some flexibility. Please register to secure yo......More

đ˛Your adventuring party awaits! đWe have a Summer Campaign just for those 10 & up. This four-session campaign will run every two weeks throughout the summer. While we encourage attendees to come to every session, there is some flexibility. Please register to secure your spot, and walk-ups will be accommodated if space allows. We provide everything that is needed for the one-shot, including character sheets, dice, dice trays, and minis. Any skill level is welcome, and we will start with level 3 characters.  If you would like to learn more about Dungeons & Dragons please visit this website.Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future Adult Programming opportunities!

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, 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.  Participation of parents and caregivers is highly recommended.Space is limited to 30 children and their adults.  There will ......More

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.  Participation of parents and caregivers is highly recommended.Space is limited to 30 children and their adults.  There will be TWO separate storytimes, one at 9:30 and another at 10:30. These will be exactly the same. This storytime will also be the same as our Saturday Storytimes at 9:30.

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, 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.  Participation of parents and caregivers is highly recommended.Space is limited to 30 children and their adults.  There will ......More

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.  Participation of parents and caregivers is highly recommended.Space is limited to 30 children and their adults.  There will be TWO separate storytimes, one at 9:30 and another at 10:30. These will be exactly the same. This storytime will also be the same as our Saturday Storytimes at 9:30.

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, US

Read to Nellie

đđâđŚşPractice your reading skillsđâđŚşđReading to therapy dogs can help improve kids' confidence in their reading abilities. Since dogs are not judgmental, kids can read to them without feeling the pressure and anxiety that may come from reading to peers. Nellie is a ......More

đđâđŚşPractice your reading skillsđâđŚşđReading to therapy dogs can help improve kids' confidence in their reading abilities. Since dogs are not judgmental, kids can read to them without feeling the pressure and anxiety that may come from reading to peers. Nellie is a registered therapy dog with Pet Partners that will be at the Preston Royal Branch ready to listen to any story of your choosing! This will be one-on-one, and first come, first serve. When they arrive, the kids will be able to sign up for a 10 minute time slot and can pick up a book to practice their reading. Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future kids' programming!

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, US

American Mah Jongg

đMeet new friends and discover the addiction of the game of Mah Jongg.đThese sessions will be open-play with no instructors and you must bring your own set.Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future Adult Programming oppor......More

đMeet new friends and discover the addiction of the game of Mah Jongg.đThese sessions will be open-play with no instructors and you must bring your own set.Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future Adult Programming opportunities!

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, US

Learn to Play American Mah Jongg

Learn how to play American mah jongg in this five-week course!American mah jongg, or mahjong, is based on the original Chinese game of mah jongg that was developed in the 1800s. The game has become popular with many variations around the world.This course has five sessi......More

Learn how to play American mah jongg in this five-week course!American mah jongg, or mahjong, is based on the original Chinese game of mah jongg that was developed in the 1800s. The game has become popular with many variations around the world.This course has five sessions, and we recommend coming to all 5 sessions in order to understand the game. Space is limited, register here to secure your spot. If you do not make it into this first course, we will have more opportunities in the future!Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future Mah Jongg opportunities!

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, US

Preston Royal Discussion Book Club

đDiscover and discuss with our monthly book clubđEvery month, on the 4th Wednesday, we will discuss the current month's book. All are welcome to join in the discussion; however, please read the book beforehand, or it may be spoiled for you! Here are the monthly date an......More

đDiscover and discuss with our monthly book clubđEvery month, on the 4th Wednesday, we will discuss the current month's book. All are welcome to join in the discussion; however, please read the book beforehand, or it may be spoiled for you! Here are the monthly date and book selections: May 28I will Always Write Back: How One Letter Changed Two LivesBy Caitlin Alifirenka & Martin Ganda  June 25James by Percival Everett  July 23The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year by Margaret Renkl  No Meeting in August  September 24The Briar Club by Kate Quinn  October 22An Unfinished Love Story: A Personal History of the 1960s by Doris Kerns Goodwin  November 12Small Things Like These By Claire Keegan  December 10  Short Nonfiction to be decided  This program is a collaborative effort between the Hillcrest Forest Neighborhood Association and the Preston Royal Library. To learn more about their organization and the book club, please visit HillcrestForest.org.Sign up for Preston Royal's monthly newsletter to be among the first to know about future programming!

5626 Royal Lane, Dallas, TX, 75229, US