Pleasant Grove Branch Library
🏢 Dallas Public Library · Dallas, Texas
Pleasant Grove Branch Library
The Pleasant Grove Branch Library has been the neighborhood anchor for southeast Dallas since 1961, and its 20,200-square-foot building — opened November 13, 2010 — houses one of the system's largest Spanish-language collections alongside a unique Black Box Theater.
🕑 Library Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 9am–8pm |
| Wednesday | 9am–5pm |
| Thursday | 9am–8pm |
| Friday | 9am–5pm |
| Saturday | 9am–4pm |
| Sunday | 9am–4pm |
Hours may vary on holidays; check the library site before visiting.
📍 Location, Contact & Directions
Address: 7310 Lake June Road, Dallas, TX 75217
Phone: (214) 670-0965
Website: dallaslibrary.org
Plus Code: 8645P8M3+MM (Dallas, TX)
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📖 About Pleasant Grove Branch Library
The Pleasant Grove Branch Library serves the Pleasant Grove neighborhood in southeast Dallas, one of the city's most culturally diverse communities. The branch first opened on November 10, 1961, and moved into its current purpose-built 20,200-square-foot building on November 13, 2010. The open floor plan integrates adult, children, and teen collections with public computers, and the facility is notable for its large Spanish-language collection — reflecting the neighborhood's predominantly Latino population. Its flexible meeting spaces, including the Black Box Theater that transforms into a performance venue four months a year, make it a genuine community hub as well as a library. Part of the Dallas Public Library system, cardholders can access digital resources including OverDrive/Libby and hoopla, along with TexShare databases licensed through the Texas State Library and Archives Commission.
⭐ What makes this library special
- Operating since November 10, 1961 — one of DPL's long-established southeast Dallas branches
- 20,200-square-foot building opened November 13, 2010, with an open floor plan integrating adult, children, and teen collections
- One of the system's largest Spanish-language collections, serving the diverse Pleasant Grove community
- Unique Black Box Theater available as a performance space four months a year, plus Classroom A & B and Study Rooms A & B
- Open Sundays and Tuesday/Thursday evenings until 8pm for working families and students
📱 Digital Resources — Free with Your Library Card
Dallas Public Library cardholders can read, listen, and research for free with these digital services:
📚 Services
- Large Spanish-language print collection
- Public computers with internet access
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the building
- Black Box Theater rental (seats an audience; transforms four months/year)
- Classroom A & B and Study Rooms A & B for group use
- Puzzle collection available in-library
- Interlibrary loan through the Dallas Public Library system
- Printing and copying services
🎸 Programs
- Children's storytimes and bilingual programming
- Summer reading program for all ages
- Adult literacy and learning programs
- Community events and cultural programs
- Teen programs and homework help
📍 Nearby Libraries in Southeast Dallas
Distances are approximate straight-line miles from this library.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long has the Pleasant Grove Branch Library been serving the neighborhood?
The branch has served the Pleasant Grove community since November 10, 1961. The current 20,200-square-foot building opened on November 13, 2010, replacing the older facility with an open floor plan, expanded collections, and modern meeting spaces.
Does Pleasant Grove Branch have materials in Spanish?
Yes. Pleasant Grove Branch houses one of the Dallas Public Library system's largest Spanish-language collections — books, DVDs, and other materials in Spanish are prominently featured, reflecting the predominantly Latino neighborhood it serves.
What is the Black Box Theater at Pleasant Grove Branch?
The Black Box Theater is a flexible multipurpose meeting room that transforms into a performance space four months of the year. It is one of several reservable spaces at the branch, alongside two classrooms (A & B) and two study rooms (A & B). Contact the branch at (214) 670-0965 to inquire about availability.
Is the library open on Sundays?
Yes — Pleasant Grove Branch is open Sunday 9am–4pm. It is also open Tuesday and Thursday until 8pm, making it one of the more accessible DPL branches for working families. Monday is the only closed day.
📚 This library has study rooms. See how library study rooms work — booking, time limits and quiet vs group rooms — and find other libraries with study rooms libraries with study rooms by state.
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