Irving Public Library Events

The library offers a variety of online and in-person classes and programs for all ages, from creative workshops and tech tutorials to book clubs and life skills sessions. Whether for learning, fun or connection, there's something for everyone.

Thankful Tree

Monday, September 15 - Thursday, November 27, 2025  |  4:00 pm

Place a fall leaf on the Thankful Tree to express gratitude for all life’s gifts and experiences.

TAGS: Adults  |  Community Projects  |  Family Fun  |  Valley Ranch Library

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The Spice Trials

Saturday, November 1 - Sunday, November 30, 2025  |  10:00 am

New! West Irving Library will be offering free spice kits that feature samples of one or two different flavored spices or mixtures. While supplies last.

Oct. 1-31 | Smoked Paprika & Dried Parsley

Nov. 1-30 | Cinnamon + Pumpkin Spice

TAGS: Adults  |  Arts + Culture

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Novelty Cooking

Saturday, November 1 - Sunday, November 30, 2025  |  10:00 am

Grab a teen Novel-ty Cooking recipe box (while supplies last) and a November Cakes recipe card (from Maggie Stiefvater’s Scorpio Races) Make sure to check out our Teen Zone displays to collect recipe cards throughout the year.

TAGS: Teens

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Library Outreach: Arbor Day/Family Fun Day

Saturday, November 8, 2025  |  10:00 am

A free family fun day at Heritage Park including tree giveaways, crafts, presentations, live entertainment by the Nimitz Jazz Band and a special visit from the Irving Library Outreach Team! See ILOV, the new Irving Library Outreach Van, weather permitting.

TAGS: Library Outreach

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Friends Holiday Book Sale

Saturday, November 8, 2025  |  10:00 am

Stock up on winter reading and prepare for holiday gift-giving with a wide variety of deals on books, movies and music for all ages. Gift certificates will be available for purchase. Proceeds benefit Irving Public Library. For details about other book sales throughout the year, the advantages of memberships and more, please visit the website friendsofirvinglibrary.com

TAGS: Kids  |  50+ Adults  |  Teens  |  Adults  |  Special Events

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MiY Adult: Fall Mason Jar Cloche

Saturday, November 8, 2025  |  10:30 am

Come create a cute cloche just in time for fall using the Cricut.

TAGS: Adults  |  Irving Library MiY Zone

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Music and Bubbles at the Park

Saturday, November 8, 2025  |  10:30 am

Music, bubbles and play at Centennial Park!

TAGS: Kids

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Play, Learn, Grow | Ages 2-6

Saturday, November 8, 2025  |  11:00 am

Play, craft, build and more!

TAGS: Kids

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Middle Grade Book Club | Grades 4-8

Saturday, November 8, 2025  |  11:00 am

• 11 a.m., Nov. 8

Get ready for World Kindness Day with a

discussion of the book "Wonder" by R.J.

Palacio, followed by kindness-themed

crafts.

TAGS: Kids  |  Book Club

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MiY Adults: Biscuits & Butter & Cheese

Saturday, November 8, 2025  |  2:00 pm

Learn to make 3 ingredient biscuits, homemade butter and cheese.

TAGS: Adults  |  Irving Library MiY Zone

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Game On! Teens

Saturday, November 8, 2025  |  2:00 pm

Fellow teens can game with board games and Nintendo Switch games.

TAGS: Teens

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Chautauqua Presents: Holiday Favorites with Irving Symphonic Band

Saturday, November 8, 2025  |  2:00 pm

All ages are invited to enjoy a performance from the Irving Symphonic Band!

TAGS: Kids  |  Teens  |  Adults  |  Arts + Culture  |  Family Fun  |  South Irving Library

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Color Me Calm

Monday, November 10, 2025  |  7:00 pm

Do you enjoy adult coloring books? If so, come chill with us. Enjoy some soothing music and explore the joy of coloring. All supplies provided. No children please.

TAGS: Adults

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Craftastic! Design-A-Mug

Tuesday, November 11, 2025  |  6:00 pm

TAGS: Adults

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Corn Husk Dolls

Thursday, November 13, 2025  |  6:00 pm

Learn how to make decorative dolls out of corn husks for a festive craft!

TAGS: Teens

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I <3 YA Book Club

Thursday, November 13, 2025  |  7:00 pm

I “Heart” YA is a book club for adults who can’t get enough of Young Adult literature. Connect with fellow readers as to discuss a wide range of YA books. Adults 18+ are welcome.

TAGS: Adults  |  Book Club

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Discovery Days

Friday, November 14, 2025  |  10:30 am

A morning of unstructured play for ages 1-3 and their caregivers!

TAGS: Kids

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"Pumpkin Thief" Puppet Storytime

Friday, November 14, 2025  |  11:00 am

Join us for a special puppet storytime full of surprises, fun and imagination!

TAGS: Kids

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Mug Shots

Friday, November 14, 2025  |  2:00 pm

New! Learn to create quick delicious treats in less then 20 minutes.


2 p.m., Oct. 3 | Pumpkin Pie

2 p.m. Nov. 14 | Apple Cinnamon Crisp


TAGS: Adults

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Novel Fiction Book Club

Saturday, November 15, 2025  |  10:00 am

Please join this group for an insightful discussion centered on books from a variety of fiction genres like; Historical, Literary, General, Science Fiction, etc. Maybe even a little romance or suspense thrown in!

TAGS: Adults  |  Book Club  |  Valley Ranch Library

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