Category Archives: reference question

Does the library have materials, speeches, and writings by the Jamaican entrepreneur, publisher, and orator Marcus Garvey?

Posted on February 16, 2012 by History and Social Sciences Specialist

We have primary and secondary sources on figures like Marcus Garvey, proponent of Black Nationalism and Pan Africanism, in the History and Social Sciences Department. Search the catalog with the subject heading Garvey, Marcus, 1887-1940 and you will find a large … Continue reading →

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When will tax forms for 2011 be available at the Library?

Posted on January 14, 2012 by mark.gilman

The personal income tax forms and booklets–1040 series and schedules–are  now available at the Central Library on the 6th floor and at a few of our Branch locations. You may call our service desk at 214-670-1468 to confirm availability.  Both … Continue reading →

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We’ll be observing Martin Luther King, Jr.’s birthday on January 16th. I’d like to learn more about his life.

Posted on January 12, 2012 by brenda

We have books and videos to help you learn more about his life and his work.  Our Texas/Dallas History and Archives Division has historic photographs of Dr. King visiting Dallas, as well as photos relating to his legacy that help bring a monumental … Continue reading →

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Does the library have ebooks? If so, which devices can I use to download them?

Posted on December 21, 2011 by brenda

You can download FREE ebooks, audiobooks, music and videos at the Dallas Public Library if you have a library card.  Nook, Kindle, iPhone/iPod/iPad, and Android devices are all supported by our OverDrive Service.  Take a look at OverDrive’s Device Resource Center … Continue reading →

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I like Stuart Woods, who else writes like that?

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Humanities Specialist

That’s a great question!   We’re excited to let you know that we now have NoveList.  It’s a wonderful, reader-friendly tool linked to our online catalog.    When you search for a title, such as Stuart Woods’ novel, Son of Stone, and … Continue reading →

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