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You can share insights on this year's Big Read title from home or from anywhere. Join us on the Facebook Virtual Book Club page at https://www.facebook.com/irvinglibrary/, which will go live the second week of April. Free.

Irving's program partners for 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, the City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

The Midweek Mysteries Book Club meets monthly for a lively discussion of the best that the mystery genre has to offer, from contemporary works to the grand masters.

Join us this month for a discussion of Irving's selected NEA Big Read 2019 title, the memoir Can't We Talk About Something More Pleasant? by Roz Chast, as well as a discussion of mysteries featuring senior sleuths. Adults.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

Irving's program partners for the NEA Big Read 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

The Friends warehouse is filled with thousands of gently-used donations and seldom-used items from the library's collection. These "members-only" sales are held on the first Wednesdays of every month, except for January, June, and July. Membership to the Friends may be purchased on-site at the warehouse during these sales.

Discover the inner self, understand your connection to the universe, and achieve your highest potential through the practice of meditation. Presented by DFW Sahaja Yoga Meditation. Meets each Wednesday. Non-Spanish speakers and all ages are welcome.

Join a group of people who want to learn how to crochet or just want to stitch and chat. Beginners welcome. Patterns and instruction provided. This program is intended for patrons 18 and older. No children please.

This spring, ages 2-6 are invited to a special storytime series presented by Yogees Yoga 4 Kids.

At Valley Ranch Library, the storytimes are at 12:30 p.m. on select Wednesdays and at South Irving Library at 10:30 a.m. on select Fridays. Limited space is available at each location for each session, and tickets are required.

This series is sponsored by Share Tank.

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, no it’s Superhero Science! Discover the science behind super heroes and their amazing powers with this interactive educator-led auditorium show. The program explores topics such as matter and energy, smart materials, magnetism, levitation, and properties of light.

Let’s get crafty! Mix and create your own bars of soap you can take home and use anytime. Materials provided.

You can share insights on this year's Big Read title from home or from anywhere. Join us on the Facebook Virtual Book Club page at https://www.facebook.com/irvinglibrary/, which will go live the second week of April. Free.

Irving's program partners for 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, the City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

Jump Brunch will introduce preschool children to basic fitness and health concepts through games and adventures. Participants should wear close-toed shoes. Price includes lunch. For ages 3-5.

You can share insights on this year's Big Read title from home or from anywhere. Join us on the Facebook Virtual Book Club page at https://www.facebook.com/irvinglibrary/, which will go live the second week of April. Free.

Irving's program partners for 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, the City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

This month's selection is The Other Family by Joanna Trollope. Please join us for fun, friendship, and a lively discussion. This women's only book club focuses on books about family relationships, love, friendship, and self-discovery. Light refreshments. Check out your copy of the book at the Valley Ranch Library information desk. Copies are limited.

Make a variety of scrubs using organic materials.

Discover the inner self, understand your connection to the universe, and achieve your highest potential through the practice of meditation. Presented by DFW Sahaja Yoga Meditation. Meets each Wednesday. Non-Spanish speakers and all ages are welcome.

Want to be a world traveler, but don’t know where to begin? Join the Travel Club! Two globetrotting library staff members bring their years of experience to Irving residents. Discuss modes of transportation, travel destinations, preservation of memories, post-trip paperwork, and more.

The following topics will be covered in May:
May 8: Little Details.
May 15: Making Lasting Memories.
May 22: Honey, I’m Home.

**UPDATE: Screenings at 4 and 6:30 p.m.** What makes a life meaningful? This 2018 documentary feature by filmmaker Sky Bergman shares the memories and insight of 40 interviewees ages 75 to 100, who have a combined total of 3,000 years of life experience.

Come for an early bird matinee at 4 p.m. followed by a reception at 6 p.m. with speakers and refreshments. A second screening airs at 6:30 p.m. At 7:45 p.m., Ms. Bergman joins us via Skype for a Q&A. Adults.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

The Grand Prairie Library partners with Irving for this event. Irving's program partners for the NEA Big Read 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

**UPDATE: Screenings at 4 and 6:30 p.m.** What makes a life meaningful? This 2018 documentary feature by filmmaker Sky Bergman shares the memories and insight of 40 interviewees ages 75 to 100, who have a combined total of 3,000 years of life experience.

This program begins at 6 p.m. with introductory remarks and refreshments, followed by the film screening at 6:30 p.m. At 7:45 p.m., Ms. Bergman joins us via Skype for a Q&A. Adults.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

The Grand Prairie Library partners with Irving for this event. Irving's program partners for the NEA Big Read 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

Join us for an evening with bestselling author Jay Kristoff to celebrate the launch of Aurora Rising, first in a new series with Illuminae Files co-author Amie Kaufman. This thrilling sci-fi adventure features misfit cadets from a prestigious academy who are the galaxy's last hope. Jay is joined by Astrid Scholte, author of Four Dead Queens, and Laure Eve, author of The Curses and The Graces.

Audience Q&A, book signing, and refreshments follow the discussion, and copies of the authors' books will be available for purchase. Jay will sign books purchased and/or brought to the event; however, please note the limit of one signed personalization by Jay per person.

All ages. If you would like to have books signed, free tickets for the signing line will be available to pick up beginning Monday, May 6. Signing line tickets are limited to four tickets per person, and may only be picked up in person at the South Irving Library. No tickets are required to attend the program.

(For ages 18 months & up) A come-and-go building event for families. *DUPLO building bricks provided for attendees 4 years and under.*

All language skill levels are welcome to attend these free classes on Mondays and Fridays during April and May, excluding Memorial Day on Monday, May 27. Classes are held in the library's program room.

This series is facilitated by the Irving Independent School District Adult Education Department and Workforce Solutions.

For more information, please call (972) 600-6130.

You can share insights on this year's Big Read title from home or from anywhere. Join us on the Facebook Virtual Book Club page at https://www.facebook.com/irvinglibrary/, which will go live the second week of April. Free.

Irving's program partners for 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, the City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

Calling all crafters (and novices, too)! This monthly meet-up supplies everything you need to make a Pinterest-worthy project. Today make a lovely card to keep or share with a friend.

For adults and teens ages 16 and older. For more details, call (972) 721-4612.

This spring, ages 2-6 are invited to a special storytime series presented by Yogees Yoga 4 Kids. Limited space is available at each session.

At South Irving Library, the storytimes are at 10:30 a.m. on select Fridays, and at Valley Ranch Library at 12:30 p.m. on select Wednesdays. Limited space is available at each location for each session, and tickets are required. At South Irving Library, tickets will be available at 10 a.m. on each program date.

This series is sponsored by Share Tank.

Moms of all ages are invited to a morning of pampering from our onsite beauticians. Enjoy a show, partake in refreshments and socialize with others. Childcare will be provided at no additional cost for children ages two and up. Children under two can stay with mom.

Celebrate Mother’s Day with Murder Mystery entertainment and delicious food provided by Mama’s Daughter’s Diner. Glamorous eveningwear is encouraged; Moms, grandmas, sisters, daughters, aunts, granddaughters and nieces are invited. Cost is $10 for Heritage members; $12 for guests ages 18 and older. Please register by May 3.

Learn basic English conversation skills in an informal and friendly setting with Ms. Mayra.

Aprenda habilidades basicas de conversacion en ingles en un ambiente informal y amigable con la Sra. Mayra.

You can share insights on this year's Big Read title from home or from anywhere. Join us on the Facebook Virtual Book Club page at https://www.facebook.com/irvinglibrary/, which will go live the second week of April. Free.

Irving's program partners for 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, the City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

Valley Ranch Library's monthly book clubs Girls' Night Out, Novel Fiction, and Tried and True present this special discussion of Irving's selected NEA Big Read 2019 title, the memoir Can't We Talk About Something More Pleasant? by Roz Chast. Adults.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

Irving's program partners for the NEA Big Read 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

The Grand Prairie Library and Irving Public Library join to discuss this year's NEA Big Read Irving title Can't We Talk About Something More Pleasant? by Roz Chast. Adults.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

The Grand Prairie Library partners with Irving for this event. Irving's program partners for the NEA Big Read 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

Join us for an evening of Wii, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, board games and snacks. Grades 6-12.

Learn to make bath bombs for a relaxing “me time” bath.

Explore the joy of coloring with light refreshments and soothing music. All supplies provided. This program is intended for patrons 18 and older. No children please.

You can share insights on this year's Big Read title from home or from anywhere. Join us on the Facebook Virtual Book Club page at https://www.facebook.com/irvinglibrary/, which will go live the second week of April. Free.

Irving's program partners for 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, the City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

Discover the inner self, understand your connection to the universe, and achieve your highest potential through the practice of meditation. Presented by DFW Sahaja Yoga Meditation. Meets each Wednesday. Non-Spanish speakers and all ages are welcome.

Calling all adults who love YA literature! Join us each month as we discuss a different title.

Join a group of people who want to learn how to crochet or just want to stitch and chat. Beginners welcome. Patterns and instruction provided. This program is intended for patrons 18 and older. No children please.

Want to be a world traveler, but don’t know where to begin? Join the Travel Club! Two globetrotting library staff members bring their years of experience to Irving residents. Discuss modes of transportation, travel destinations, preservation of memories, post-trip paperwork, and more.

The following topics will be covered in May:
May 8: Little Details.
May 15: Making Lasting Memories.
May 22: Honey, I’m Home.

This spring, ages 2-6 are invited to a special storytime series presented by Yogees Yoga 4 Kids.

At Valley Ranch Library, the storytimes are at 12:30 p.m. on select Wednesdays and at South Irving Library at 10:30 a.m. on select Fridays. Limited space is available at each location for each session, and tickets are required.

This series is sponsored by Share Tank.

Families will enjoy making fun and easy Ramadan crafts. Free, for all ages. No registration required. All supplies furnished.

You can share insights on this year's Big Read title from home or from anywhere. Join us on the Facebook Virtual Book Club page at https://www.facebook.com/irvinglibrary/, which will go live the second week of April. Free.

Irving's program partners for 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, the City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

We're an informal group of book lovers who read and discuss a wide variety of titles, from recent literary bestsellers to classic novels. The group meets at 7 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month at the Heritage Senior Center. This month, we'll discuss News of the World by Paulette Jiles.

Design a custom perler jewelry and keychains using perler beads to reflect your personal style. Materials provided.

You can share insights on this year's Big Read title from home or from anywhere. Join us on the Facebook Virtual Book Club page at https://www.facebook.com/irvinglibrary/, which will go live the second week of April. Free.

Irving's program partners for 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, the City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

Irving Public Library partners with Irving's Heritage Senior Center to present this senior expo, which will offer information about community events and the opportunity for participants to ask questions.

NEA Big Read is a program of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with Arts Midwest. For more information, please visit https://www.arts.gov/national-initiatives/nea-big-read.

Irving's program partners for the NEA Big Read 2019 include Irving Public Library, Friends of the Irving Public Library, City of Irving, and Irving Arts Center.

Join the South Irving Library for the launch of local YA author Hafsah Faizal’s debut novel We Hunt the Flame. This hotly-anticipated fantasy, first in the Sands of Arawiya series, is based on ancient Arabian folklore and features a girl who must locate a missing artifact to break a curse. Audience Q&A and book signing will follow the discussion, and refreshments will be provided. Copies of We Hunt the Flame will be available for purchase. Open to all ages.

This spring, ages 2-6 are invited to a special storytime series presented by Yogees Yoga 4 Kids.

At Valley Ranch Library, the storytimes are at 12:30 p.m. on select Wednesdays and at South Irving Library at 10:30 a.m. on select Fridays. Limited space is available at each location for each session, and tickets are required.

This series is sponsored by Share Tank.

Learn basic English conversation skills in an informal and friendly setting with Ms. Mayra.

Aprenda habilidades basicas de conversacion en ingles en un ambiente informal y amigable con la Sra. Mayra.

A book can change your life! This program focuses on titles to improve body, mind, and spirit. Walk-ins welcome!

This month, we'll discuss In Pieces by Sally Field.

Join us for Spoiler Alert: From Page to Screen, where we discuss current shows and books along with thematic snacks, activities and trivia contests! For ages 18 and up.

Try your hand at the beautiful art of quilling, by rolling, shaping and gluing strips of papers into decorative designs. This is a come-and-go craft program for adults. Supplies provided.

Meet fellow local writers interested in sharing their latest work and improving techniques at the Irving Writers Salon. The group meets the third Tuesday of the month at the West Irving Library. The Salon is open to all levels of writers, whether you have a working manuscript or are just starting out on your writing journey. Readers are welcome to join in to listen and provide feedback. Writers are encouraged to bring samples of their work to share, but it’s not required.

Feeling stressed? Find peace within, learn to meditate, and find balance with guided meditation. This free program is presented by DFW Sahaja Yoga Meditation.

Free guided gallery tours are offered at 6:30 p.m. every Thursday and at 2:30 p.m. every Sunday.
* Annual Exhibition of Irving ISD Student Artwork | Main Gallery | Through May 11
* BRAVEART: Cistercian Preparatory Upper School | Courtyard Gallery | Through May 26
* Roz Chast: Cartoon Memoirs | Dupree Lobby Gallery | Through July 7 * Deliverance: Rescued and Set Free | Carpenter Lobby | May 4–July 28
* The 34th Annual Texas and Neighbors Five State Competition | Main Gallery | May 18–June 15
* Prints by Calli Nissen | Main Gallery | May 18-July 7

For more information, visit the Irving Arts Center's Exhibitions page.

This Tony Award-nominated, hilarious, roller skating musical adventure about following dreams despite the limitations others set, rolls along to the original hit score composed by pop-rock legends John Farrar and Jeff Lynne. Based on the Universal Pictures cult-classic movie of the same title, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly, “Xanadu” is hilarity on wheels for adults, children and anyone who has ever wanted to feel inspired.

Learn basic sewing techniques in this fun, informative program! Materials provided.

Free guided gallery tours are offered at 6:30 p.m. every Thursday and at 2:30 p.m. every Sunday.
* Annual Exhibition of Irving ISD Student Artwork | Main Gallery | Through May 11
* BRAVEART: Cistercian Preparatory Upper School | Courtyard Gallery | Through May 26
* Roz Chast: Cartoon Memoirs | Dupree Lobby Gallery | Through July 7 * Deliverance: Rescued and Set Free | Carpenter Lobby | May 4–July 28
* The 34th Annual Texas and Neighbors Five State Competition | Main Gallery | May 18–June 15
* Prints by Calli Nissen | Main Gallery | May 18-July 7

For more information, visit the Irving Arts Center's Exhibitions page.

This Tony Award-nominated, hilarious, roller skating musical adventure about following dreams despite the limitations others set, rolls along to the original hit score composed by pop-rock legends John Farrar and Jeff Lynne. Based on the Universal Pictures cult-classic movie of the same title, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly, “Xanadu” is hilarity on wheels for adults, children and anyone who has ever wanted to feel inspired.

volunteers will perform a park cleanup with the goal of stopping litter from reaching the Elm fork of the Trinity River. Volunteers will also be adding a fresh coat of paint to one of the pavilions.

All language skill levels are welcome to attend these free classes on Mondays and Fridays during April and May, excluding Memorial Day on Monday, May 27. Classes are held in the library's program room.

This series is facilitated by the Irving Independent School District Adult Education Department and Workforce Solutions.

For more information, please call (972) 600-6130.

This spring, ages 2-6 are invited to a special storytime series presented by Yogees Yoga 4 Kids. Limited space is available at each session.

At South Irving Library, the storytimes are at 10:30 a.m. on select Fridays, and at Valley Ranch Library at 12:30 p.m. on select Wednesdays. Limited space is available at each location for each session, and tickets are required. At South Irving Library, tickets will be available at 10 a.m. on each program date.

This series is sponsored by Share Tank.

This Tony Award-nominated, hilarious, roller skating musical adventure about following dreams despite the limitations others set, rolls along to the original hit score composed by pop-rock legends John Farrar and Jeff Lynne. Based on the Universal Pictures cult-classic movie of the same title, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly, “Xanadu” is hilarity on wheels for adults, children and anyone who has ever wanted to feel inspired.

Sima Ballet Folklórico presents a concert featuring Los Hidalguenses from Hidalgo, Mexico. “Esto Es Mexico” will be a spectacular show full of culture, color and love ... set to dance. This is Mexico!

Need some dedicated time to get organized? Plan On It is a monthly meetup group where you can schedule out your month with others and share ideas and techniques. Basic supplies will be provided or you can bring your own. Each member must have their own planner or bullet journal.

Tee up! It's time for a round of literary-themed Mini-Golf inside the library!

Join us for a special musical Play, Learn, Grow. Try out a variety of instruments including a piano you can play with your feet! Color a paper guitar, and program the Codeapillars to play a song.