Adult Programs

These activities are recommended for ages 18 and up.  Some programs require registration, either by e-mail or through our website.  All programs are free.  Looking for a past virtual program or program handout?  See our past virtual programs page.

APL @ Home

Participate in these programs from the comfort of your living room.  

Two books stacked. The top book is open. Twinkling lights in the background.

Adult LitBox: 
Asian American and Pacific Islanders
Registration Opens: May 7
Pick up: May 23-28

REGISTRATION IS FULL

image of a person's hand beginning to write on a blank page on a table surrounded by palm leaves

Summer Writing Competition
Monday, June 6 - Friday, July 29

APL In-Person

For ages 18+.  Space is limited.  Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the start of the program.  If you need special accommodations to attend a library event, please call 214.509.4905 or 214.509.4913. 

close up of multicolored yarn in rolls

Twisted Threads
Wednesday, June 8, 7 p.m.

close up of art kit and three paint brushes on top of messy paint brush strokes

Bad Art Night
Thursday, June 9, 7 p.m.

Homemade popsicles in a dish with slices of lemon, halved kiwi, and raspberries.

Food For Thought: Popsicles
Monday, June 13, 7 p.m.

a sepia photo of a young couple from the early 20th century photographed together

Talking History: Courtship and Dating in the Early 20th century
Tuesday, June 14, 7 p.m.

image of calm waves crashing the shore

Let's Talk Dewey
Rivers, Lakes, & Oceans
Tuesday, June 21, 7 p.m.

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Interviewing Tips and Etiquette
Thursday, June 23, 6:30 p.m.

Small succulents planted in geometrically shaped cement pots.

Arts @ APL
Geometric Cement Planters
Saturday, June 25, 2 p.m.

Ruins of an old Scottish castle in Scottish Highlands, Scotland

Armchair Travelers Visit Scotland
Tuesday, July 12, 7 p.m.

Colorful yarn and knitting in a basket.

Twisted Threads
Wednesday, July 13, 7 p.m.

close-up of oil pastels on a colorful page.

Arts @ APL: Oil Pastels
Tuesday, July 19, 10:30 a.m.

A woman reading a book on the beach.

Shared Shelf Book Club
Tuesday, July 19, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, July 20, 12 p.m.

Registration opens July 1

A close up of writing in calligraphy form.

Arts @ APL
Introduction to Calligraphy
Thursday, July 21, 7 p.m.