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11aug8:00 amPedal & PrayPraying Bike Route Starts at H.S. Thompson Elementary
Time
August 11, 2025 8:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Community members will bike through South Dallas, stopping at local schools to offer support and prayers for the upcoming school year. The event begins at
Event Details
Community members will bike through South Dallas, stopping at local schools to offer support and prayers for the upcoming school year. The event begins at H.S. Thompson Elementary and continues through a series of schools as part of a prayer tour. Contact info@beasteadyhand.org for more info.
H.S. Thompson S.T.E.A.M. Academy
Organizer
Bike Friendly South Dallas
Carter's House
Volunteering While Black
11aug9:00 am2:00 pmCommunity Hearing Clinicat the Exline Recreation Center
Time
August 11, 2025 9:00 am - 2:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Free hearing services will be offered at this community clinic, including screenings, ear cleanings, and hearing aid checks. Participants will also receive education on hearing
Event Details
Free hearing services will be offered at this community clinic, including screenings, ear cleanings, and hearing aid checks. Participants will also receive education on hearing healthcare. Services are provided by audiology students and professionals at no cost.
EXLINE RECREATION CENTER
Location
EXLINE RECREATION CENTER
2525 Pine St Dallas 75215
12aug5:00 pm6:00 pmDrawing ClassFree Event | in the MLK Library's Classrooms
Time
August 12, 2025 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Join a relaxed, beginner-friendly drawing class with guided exercises and helpful tips. Whether you’re new to drawing or looking to practice, this is a chance
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Join a relaxed, beginner-friendly drawing class with guided exercises and helpful tips. Whether you’re new to drawing or looking to practice, this is a chance to explore your creativity and connect with others. All materials are provided.
Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library
Location
Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library
2922 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 75215
Organizer
12aug6:30 pm7:30 pmInteractive Cooking Classfree registration
Time
August 12, 2025 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Join this hands-on cooking class led by a dietitian. Learn to prepare delicious, nutritious meals, discover healthy ingredient swaps, and gain tips to support your
Event Details
Join this hands-on cooking class led by a dietitian. Learn to prepare delicious, nutritious meals, discover healthy ingredient swaps, and gain tips to support your wellness journey in an interactive setting. See the “Learn More” link below for more info. Call (214) 638-2196 ext. 104 to register. Space is limited.
Brother Bill's Helping Hand
Organizer
Brother Bill's Helping Hand
13aug10:00 am11:00 amRhythms of ExpressionFree Event | At the Dallas West Branch Library
Time
August 13, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Experience a creative performance with Iv Amenti featuring dance, theater, and storytelling. The whole family is welcome to attend. See the “Learn More” link below
Event Details
Experience a creative performance with Iv Amenti featuring dance, theater, and storytelling. The whole family is welcome to attend. See the “Learn More” link below for more info.
Dallas West Branch Library
Organizer
13aug1:00 pm3:30 pmMovie of the WeekFree Event | P-13 and Rated R Films
Time
August 13, 2025 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Watch a different movie each Wednesday at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch Library. Films are rated PG-13 to R and intended for adults; anyone
Event Details
Watch a different movie each Wednesday at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch Library. Films are rated PG-13 to R and intended for adults; anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent for R-rated movies. See the “Learn More” link below for more info.
Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library
Location
Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library
2922 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 75215
Organizer
14aug4:00 pm5:30 pmKid's Movie of the WeekFree Event
Time
August 14, 2025 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Watch a different movie each Wednesday at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch Library. See the “Learn More” link below for more info.
Event Details
Watch a different movie each Wednesday at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Branch Library. See the “Learn More” link below for more info.
Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library
Location
Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library
2922 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 75215
Organizer
16aug8:00 am9:00 amWalk With A Docat Tipton Park
Time
August 16, 2025 8:00 am - 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Join Dr. Solís and Dr. Ashitey for Walk With A Doc. Join them every third Saturday of the month to walk, talk about health and
Event Details
Join Dr. Solís and Dr. Ashitey for Walk With A Doc. Join them every third Saturday of the month to walk, talk about health and meet new neighbors. See the “Learn More” link below for more info. or email wd1walk@gmail.com.
Location
Tipton Park
Organizer
West Dallas 1
16aug8:30 amQueen City Walking ClubSign-up for updates
Time
August 16, 2025 8:30 am(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Sign up for the Queen City Walking Club to fellowship with neighbors and improve your health and wellness. All ages and friendly pets are welcome
Event Details
Sign up for the Queen City Walking Club to fellowship with neighbors and improve your health and wellness. All ages and friendly pets are welcome to join. The club will meet at the corner of Pine St. and S.M. Weight Freeway. See the “Learn More” link below to sign up and get more info.
2207 Pine St, Dallas, TX 75215, USA
Organizer
Queen City Neighborhood Association
16aug10:00 am1:00 pmAnnual Back To School BashNo Registration Required.
Time
August 16, 2025 10:00 am - 1:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Dixon’s Annual Back to School Bash will provide school uniforms, calculator training, music, food, games, and prizes for students and their families to kick off
Event Details
Dixon’s Annual Back to School Bash will provide school uniforms, calculator training, music, food, games, and prizes for students and their families to kick off the school year.
Larry Johnson Recreation Center
Organizer
Collective Activism
16aug10:00 am2:00 pmNeighborhood Connection Telehealth InitiativeFree Health Event
Time
August 16, 2025 10:00 am - 2:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Join a community health event with free wellness screenings, interactive learning, telehealth tours, and health presentations. Each date features a different theme with vendors, giveaways
Event Details
Join a community health event with free wellness screenings, interactive learning, telehealth tours, and health presentations. Each date features a different theme with vendors, giveaways and activities.
Salem Institutional Baptist Church
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Time
August 20, 2025 11:00 am - 12:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Learn about diabetes, nutrition, and healthy living in this monthly one-hour health session. Each event covers tips for managing diabetes and building a healthier lifestyle.
Event Details
Learn about diabetes, nutrition, and healthy living in this monthly one-hour health session. Each event covers tips for managing diabetes and building a healthier lifestyle. See the “Learn More” link below for more info.
Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library
Location
Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library
2922 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 75215
Organizer
20aug2:00 pm3:00 pmKid's Art Activity of the WeekFree Event
Time
August 20, 2025 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
Kids will create a new craft activity. See the “Learn More” link below for more info.
Event Details
Kids will create a new craft activity. See the “Learn More” link below for more info.
Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library
Location
Martin Luther King Jr. Branch Library
2922 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, 75215
Organizer
25aug11:15 amPointe South Committee Meeting
Time
August 25, 2025 11:15 am(GMT-05:00)
Event Details
This grassroots committee of South Dallas residents, businesses and property owners focuses on improving land and living conditions around Fair Park and the Martin Luther
Event Details
This grassroots committee of South Dallas residents, businesses and property owners focuses on improving land and living conditions around Fair Park and the Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Corridor. July’s invited speaker is Monica Paul of the Dallas Sports Commission, who will give updates on the 2026 FIFA Fan Festival at Fair Park.
Location
Fourth Avenue Church of Christ Family Life Center
Organizer
Pointe South Committee
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