Upcoming July programs for kids and teens

Published on July 08, 2024

Summer Reading Club

The Grand Prairie Libraries offer a variety of free programs for kids and teens this July, all part of the Summer Reading Club. Visit the Summer Reading Club page to learn how to earn prizes as you read throughout the summer.

  • Main Library: 901 Conover Dr.
  • Warmack Library: 760 Bardin Rd.
  • Shotwell Library: 2750 Graham St., in the Shotwell Life Center.

Snacks and Chat

(Grades 6-12) Let’s unplug and play card and board games for an hour. Bring your friends and/or family.

  • Warmack: July 09: 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
  • Shotwell: July 10: 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
  • Main: July 11: 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

 

July 12: Shark Tales

 Dive deep into the fascinating world of sharks with professional photographer, author, and conservationist Matt Merchant as he shares captivating stories and insights, offering a closer look at sharks and their role in our oceans.

  • Warmack Library: 10:30 am
  • Main Library: 1 pm
  • Shotwell Library: 3:30 pm

 

July 19: The Unicorn Show

Bella Benettia, the Queen of the Unicorns, will perform unicorn magic tricks and songs, and share unicorn games that she learned when she was young!

  • Warmack Library: 10:30 am
  • Main Library: 1 pm
  • Shotwell Library: 3:30 pm

 

Tattoo Tales at Warmack Library

July 22: 6:00 pm

Join us for Tattoo Tales, where families delve into the artistry of temporary tattoos, face paint, and body art, while also learning about the rich cultural significance behind tattooing traditions from around the world.

 

The World of the Orchestra

Grades PreK-5

Warmack: July 23: 11:00 am to 12:00pm

This hands-on, interactive presentation by Symphony Arlington gives kids the chance to hear, see, touch, and explore different aspects of classical music and the orchestra. Experience a story, a performance by a professional musician, and an Instrument Petting Zoo.

 

Canvas and Chapters

(Grades 6-12)

Embark on a creative adventure at the library! Design and decorate your own book covers. Join us for an inspiring session of artistic expression, where every cover tells a unique story!

  • Warmack: July 23: 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm
  • Shotwell: July 24: 3:00 pm to 4:00pm
  • Main: July 25: 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

 

July 26: Sam the Magic Man

 Join us for a family magic show packed with visual magic, comedy and if you’re lucky, you might get to help Sam out with a magic trick!

  • Warmack Library: 10:30 am
  • Main Library: 1 pm
  • Shotwell Library: 3:30 pm