The Nicholson Memorial Library System will offer exciting activities in July. Branch locations are: Central Library, 625 Austin St. in downtown Garland; Walnut Creek Branch, 3319 Edgewood Drive; South Garland Branch, 4845 Broadway Blvd.; North Garland Branch, 3845 N. Garland Avenue.
Rose-Mary Rumbley at Senior Social Hour – Rose-Mary Rumbley will speak at Senior Social Hour at 2 p.m., July 21, at the Central Library. Rumbley, author and former head of DBU’s drama department, has performed with Dallas Summer Musicals and Casa Mañana. She will present a selection of stories about U.S. presidents. Free, open to anyone 55+. Donations of gently used books and media will be accepted. Registration not required. Seats fill up quickly.
Kids experiment with abstract art – Children can experiment with abstract art through an activity called Art Dice at Art Explorers for ages 6-12. The event is at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, July 2, at the Walnut Creek Branch. Children learn about different types of art and create masterpieces. Registration required. Register by phone or in person at Walnut Creek Branch beginning two weeks before event. Supplies provided by library. 972-205-2585.
Tweens use geometry in art – Tween Scene is for ages 10-13. Attendees will learn about the tessellation art of M.C. Escher and its relationship to geometry then make their own tessellations with pre-made patterns or their own designs. The first is at 6:30 p.m. July 7, at the South Garland Branch. Second is at 4 p.m. July 14, at the North Garland Branch. 972-205-3933.
Patsy Cline tribute artist performs – Relive the magic of Patsy Cline at 7 p.m., Thursday, July 28, at Central Library. Sherrill Douglas is known as the “Voice of Many Faces” and performs tributes to Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Stevie Nicks and Patsy Cline. Event is free and open to ages 18+ Registration not required. Seating limited. Doors open 30 minutes before show. 972-205-2502.
Block party program – Children test building skills while having fun. 1 p.m. Tuesday, July 26, at Central Library. Block Party is free for ages 6-12. Library provides supplies. 972-205-2516.
Adults learn Origami – Adults can learn the Japanese art of paper folding at 3:30 p.m. Saturday, July 16, at the Walnut Creek Branch. Library provides supplies. Registration required. 972-205-2587.
Special children’s programs – NMLS presents free programs:
Juggler David Slick – Displays feats of juggling and humorous routines.
2:30 p.m., Monday, July 11 – Central Library, 972-205-2516
2:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 13 – South Garland Branch, 972-205-3933
2:30 p.m., Thursday, July 14 – Walnut Creek Branch, 972-205-2585
2:30 p.m., Saturday, July 16 – North Garland Branch, 972-205-2804
Dallas Zoo Animal Show – Zoo staff brings birds, mammals and reptiles.
2:30 p.m., Monday, July 18 – Central Library, 972-205-2516
2:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 20 – South Garland Branch, 972-205-3933
2:30 p.m., Thursday, July 21 – Walnut Creek Branch, 972-205-2585
2:30 p.m., Saturday, July 23 – North Garland Branch, 972-205-2804
Brett Roberts’ Motivational Magic Show – Interactive magic show builds children’s self-esteem.
2:30 p.m., Monday, July 25 – Central Library, 972-205-2516
2:30 p.m., Thursday, July 28 – Walnut Creek Branch, 972-205-2585
2:30 p.m., Saturday, July 30 – North Garland Branch, 972-205-2804
James Wand Magic – Assist magician James Wand on a mission of magic and mystery.
2:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 27 – South Garland Branch, 972-205-3933
Kids play board games – Kids will enjoy the Afternoon Board Game event – 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. July 12 at the Central Library. Program is drop-in event, where children, ages 6-12, play various types of games. 972-205-2516.
Family movie times – Bring a blanket and enjoy a free movie. The first, Space Jam, is at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, July 9, at North Garland Branch. The Walnut Creek Branch hosts Goosebumps, rated PG, at 2:30 p.m. Friday, July 15. Doors open 15 minutes before movie. Seating limited. Registration not required. 972-205-2804.
Adult coloring debuts – Drop in to adult coloring programs. Library provides supplies. Open to ages 18+. 972-205-2501.
6:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 5, Central Library, 972-205-2501
6:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 12, North Garland Branch, 972-205-2803
3:30 p.m., Wednesday, July 20, Walnut Creek Branch, 972-205-2587
6:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 26, South Garland Branch, 972-205-3931
Creed film screening – NMLS will show Creed at 6:30 p.m. July 21, at South Garland Branch. Creed is the sixth movie in the Rocky franchise. Movie may not be suitable for children. Consult IMDB.com. Doors open 15 minutes before movie. Seating limited. Registration not required. 972-205-3931.