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Bookmark Contest: Unearth a Story!

All Day 3/1 - 3/31
Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults

Patrons of all ages are invited to embark on a journey of art and creativity and submit an original bookmark design to go along with this year's Summer Reading theme: Unearth a Story!

Text reads "It's Back! Manga March Madness. Vote online - March 2026"

Manga March Madness

All Day 3/1 - 3/31
Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Writing & Literature
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Manga March Madness is back! Last year, you crowned Spy Family as the #1 Manga series. Can it pull off the win again? 16 series will battle it out to be the top. You decide who wins.

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Knit Wits

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Knit Wits:

Bring your current WIP and join us for an hour of crafting and chatting!

Text reads "World Cinema Club: 2026 Oscars" featuring a graphic of an Oscars statue.

World Cinema Club: 2026 Oscars!

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Film & Video
Age Group:
Adults

Join World Cinema Club for a lively discussion about this year's 98th Academy Awards. Talk nominations, predictions, and favorite films from this past year. Ages 18+

Library Advisory Board Meeting

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Innovation Zone at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Civic Engagement
Age Group:
Adults

The Board considers requests from the community and makes recommendations in connection with the operation of the Manske Library and other matters requested by the City Council or City Administration. 

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ESL Classes

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Class, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
English Classes::

English classes are offered twice a week to anyone who wants to come. Lessons are week to week so continual attendance is not required. All skill levels are welcome.

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Citizenship Classes

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults

Preparing for U.S. Citizenship? Classes will be available at the Manske Library on Saturday mornings, February 14 - March 21. Students must meet these basic requirements: 

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ESL Classes

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Class, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
English Classes::

English classes are offered twice a week to anyone who wants to come. Lessons are week to week so continual attendance is not required. All skill levels are welcome.

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Poetry Word Weavers

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Writing & Literature
Age Group:
Adults

Join Chris Susany for a poetry-focused writing workshop on the third Tuesday of the month. Ages 18+

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Cathy's Critters Petting Zoo

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Children, Teens, Adults

Hold a chick, pet a pig, greet a goat, and more!

image features a person holding a pile of yarn, with the text "KNIT WITS" and "Every Wednesday 5 p.m."

Knit Wits

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Knit Wits:

Bring your current WIP and join us for an hour of crafting and chatting!

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Adult Craft Night: Charcoal Drawing Class

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Innovation Zone at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Missed the Charcoal Drawing Class last summer? Join Jeffrey Miller during Adult Craft Night and learn the essentials of charcoal drawing and leave with a finished piece! 

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ESL Classes

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Class, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
English Classes::

English classes are offered twice a week to anyone who wants to come. Lessons are week to week so continual attendance is not required. All skill levels are welcome.

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Citizenship Classes

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Class
Age Group:
Adults

Preparing for U.S. Citizenship? Classes will be available at the Manske Library on Saturday mornings, February 14 - March 21. Students must meet these basic requirements: 

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That's Sew Creative: Pant Repair Workshop

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Innovation Zone at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Are your pants in need of a little care? Join Chelita Lenice for a pant repair workshop at the Manske Library. Bring in your own pair and let's learn a few hem styles. Registration required.

Full
Registration Required
"Great Books Discussion" featuring book graphics on a background of the U.S. capital.

Great Books Discussion

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Writing & Literature
Age Group:
Adults

To celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the Great Books Discussion group will be exploring selections from the Great Books Foundation's publication:

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ESL Classes

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Class, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
English Classes::

English classes are offered twice a week to anyone who wants to come. Lessons are week to week so continual attendance is not required. All skill levels are welcome.

image features a person holding a pile of yarn, with the text "KNIT WITS" and "Every Wednesday 5 p.m."

Knit Wits

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Knit Wits:

Bring your current WIP and join us for an hour of crafting and chatting!

Text reads "Innovation Zone Creations: Leather Keychains & Bookmarks" on a background image of leather bookmarks.

Innovation Zone Creations: Leather Keychains & Bookmarks

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Innovation Zone at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn about leatherworking with the library's Glowforge laser cutter by making a keychain or a bookmark! Ages 11+. Registration required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
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ESL Classes

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Class, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
English Classes::

English classes are offered twice a week to anyone who wants to come. Lessons are week to week so continual attendance is not required. All skill levels are welcome.

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ESL Classes

Monday, March 30, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Class, Language Learning
Age Group:
Adults
English Classes::

English classes are offered twice a week to anyone who wants to come. Lessons are week to week so continual attendance is not required. All skill levels are welcome.

image features a person holding a pile of yarn, with the text "KNIT WITS" and "Every Wednesday 5 p.m."

Knit Wits

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room 2 at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults
Knit Wits:

Bring your current WIP and join us for an hour of crafting and chatting!

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D&D for Adults

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room 2 at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Wanna play D&D? Whether you’re totally new or a pro, here’s your chance! Join us for a mini-session to learn the basics, or get to know a new group in your community​​. Ages 18+

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Serger Basics

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Innovation Zone at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies, Class
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Learn how you can use the library’s serger to elevate your sewing projects, how to thread the machine, and a serger’s basic operations in this class. Ages 11+.

Upcoming
Registration Required