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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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Preschool Story Time

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children
Preschool Story Time:

Enjoy stories, songs, activities, and a fun craft for ages 3-7 years with a caregiver.

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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
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ESL Classes

Thursday, April 2, 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.

Good Friday

All Day
Farmers Branch Manske Library

The Library will be closed Friday, April 3 in observance of Good Friday. We will re-open Saturday, April 19 for our normal operating hours.

Closing
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Bullet Journal Club

Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Innovation Zone at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies, Writing & Literature
Age Group:
Adults

Enjoy a mental health hour doodling, planning, & washi tape decorating during our monthly Bullet Journal Club. No artistic skills required.

Easter

All Day
Farmers Branch Manske Library

The Library will be closed Sunday, April 5 in observance of Easter. We will re-open Monday, April 21 for our normal operating hours.

Closing
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Bilingual Story Time

Monday, April 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Join us for stories, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish! We welcome children ages 3 and under, whether you know Spanish or would like to learn.

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ESL Classes

Monday, April 6, 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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Babybounce

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Babybounce:

Enjoy a story time at the library filled with stories, songs, and activities! For ages 0-18 months with a caregiver.

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Services of the Elder Financial Safety Center

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Learn about the Elder Financial Safety Center at The Senior Source. This presentation provides an engaging overview of the programs and services they offer, from financial safety and and coaching to Medicare benefits and technology classes.

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Teen Game Night

Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies
Age Group:
Teens

Enjoy an afternoon of gaming at the library! Play our Nintendo Switch, Meta Quest VR, plus board and card game favorites. Ages 12 – 18.

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Toddler Story Time

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Toddler Story Time:

Join us for a story time full of great stories, songs, and activities for ages 12 to 36 months with a caregiver.

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Knit Wits

Wednesday, April 8, 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!

Spring floral graphics. Text reads "Preschool Story Time."

Preschool Story Time

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children
Preschool Story Time:

Enjoy stories, songs, activities, and a fun craft for ages 3-7 years with a caregiver.

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Make It, Take It: Unicorns vs Dragons

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies
Age Group:
Children

Make your own unicorn and dragon then pit them against each other in epic battle!

Library Advisory Board Meeting

Thursday, April 9, 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, April 9, 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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Reading to Rover

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Children

Read aloud to a certified therapy dog!

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Music Makers

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a musical hour to discuss your projects, goals, and workshop together.

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Bilingual Story Time

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
The Hub at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Story Time
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers

Join us for stories, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish! We welcome children ages 3 and under, whether you know Spanish or would like to learn.

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Books & Brews: Poetry

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Innovation Zone at Farmers Branch Manske Library
Program Type:
Writing & Literature
Age Group:
Adults

The book club that introduces adults to new reading challenges and a quick coffee or tea brew! Ages 18+