Join Bookmarks, a Dallas Public Library, for weekly early literacy programming and storytimes for all ages! All Bookmarks events are generously sponsored by Atmos Energy.
Toddler Story Time
Tuesdays in NorthCourt and Fridays in Bookmarks at 10:30AM
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.
Hot Toast Music Show
July 2 at 10:30AM in NorthCourt
Hot Toast music company collaborates with kids to create the ultimate mixtape for growing up. As adults, we have music to go along with everything we feel and do, and kids should too! Through thoughtful lyrics and catchy melodies, Mr. Symon explores the world around and the world within. No subject is too grand or too silly.
Baby and Me: Music with Ms. Paige
July 3 at 10:30AM in Bookmarks
Enjoy a musical adventure with Ms. Paige of Narwhals and Waterfalls. Have fun, dance, and sing along to songs that are perfect for baby and caregivers alike.
Suggested ages: 0–18 months.
Slippery and Slow: Otter and Sloth Meet and Greet
July 9 at 10:30AM in NorthCourt
We have two special guests coming today. A REAL otter and a REAL sloth! Learn some fun facts about these two very different amazing animals and there will be time after to take a picture with the sloth.
Baby Sing and Sign: ASL with Ms. Georgia
July 10 at 10:30AM in Bookmarks
For babies and their caregivers, learn simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants. This unique storytime will combine songs and things familiar to babies combined with useful and helpful ASL (American Sign Language) signs to connect with baby.
Suggested ages: 0–18 months.
Magic Show with Mike Williams
July 16 at 10:30AM in NorthCourt
Laugh your socks off with magician Mike Williams! Be amazed by his award-winning magic!
Baby Basics Storytime
July 17 at 10:30AM in Bookmarks
For babies and their caregivers, learn simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants.
Suggested ages: 0–18 months.
Bandan Koro: An African Drum and Dance Ensemble
July 19 at 11:00AM in NorthCourt
Join us for 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!
Dallas Puppet Theater presents: String Variety!
July 23 at 10:30AM in NorthCourt
Dallas Puppet Theater puts on a magical, musical marionette show that's fun for kids 3 to 93!
Baby Stay & Play
July 24 at 10:30AM in Bookmarks
Meet new friends at Baby Stay & Play! Children and families are welcome to explore and develop early literacy skills through free play, games and toys.
For ages birth to 18 months.
Music for Kids with Andy Mason
July 30 at 10:30AM in NorthCourt
Kids and parents alike love Andy's original music and interactive program that will have them singing, dancing, laughing and learning right from the very first song. Andy's many years as an educator are clearly visible in his concerts and his unique style will have children and teachers, parents and librarians shouting for more!
Baby Basics Storytime
July 30 at 10:30AM in Bookmarks
For babies and their caregivers, learn simple rhymes, songs and books to stimulate infants.
Suggested ages: 0–18 months.