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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Play & Learn,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Visit the Central Library Children's Area for a Fall Fun Scavenger Hunt. Find all the fall pictures on your scavenger hunt card and win a cool prize!
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Oct-Nov
2021
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Exhibits
Event Details:
Come to the East Side Library's entryway to see a Day of the Dead ofrenda built by Latinx Immigrants of Iowa in partnership with the Des Moines Public Library. The exhibit includes flowers created by Library visitors throughout October in memor...
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
It's all about space with this make and take. Mix up a batch of gooey slime and make a rocket launcher. This activity is intended to be done with parental supervision. As supplies last, best for ages 8+.
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Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Nov
1
2021
Mon
All Day
Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytimes,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Visit the Franklin Library every Monday to pick up a different Storytime To Go Bag. Each bag will include rhymes, songs, and book suggestions for babies and preschoolers along with literacy activities. The storytime bags are recommended f...
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct-Nov
2021
All Day 10/31 - 11/4
Franklin Avenue Rosie's Rocket
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Rosie's Rocket
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Find all the nocturnal animals hiding in the library.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Stop by South and take a Day of the Dead skull suncatcher, or calavera, to decorate at home! This program is intended for children 5 years and older. Items are available while supplies last.
¡Pase por bibloteca de South y llévese un caz...
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Nov
1
2021
Mon
All Day
South Side Children’s Area
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Children’s Area
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytimes,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Visit the South Side Library each week to pick up a different Storytime To Go Bag. Each bag will include rhymes, songs, and book suggestions for babies and preschoolers along with literacy activities. The storytime bags are recommended fo...
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
1
2021
Mon
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library Gateway Gallery
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Gateway Gallery
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
The Des Moines Public Library is partnering with area organizations to connect people with community resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters. They may also offer support and ...
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov
1
2021
Mon
3:00pm - 3:30pm
East Side Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Library Lawn
Age Group:
Children,
All Ages
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Join us for a special outdoor presentation on Winter Survival: How to animals survive the harsh winter. We’ll learn what kind of unique strategies Iowa animals use to shake off the cold while bundling up outside on the library lawn!
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Disclaimer(s)
Outdoor Program
This program is hosted outdoors.
In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
1
2021
Mon
3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
3
Event Details:
Would you like to learn how to type or improve your keyboarding skills at your own pace? The library can help! Visit the North Side Library every Monday at 3pm to practice and get one on one assistance. Laptops will be provided. All skill levels welc...
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Nov
1
2021
Mon
4:00pm - 4:45pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
13
Event Details:
This Day of the Dead, come to the Franklin Avenue Library to create your own skull lamp in memory of your friends and relatives who have passed away.
Este Día de los Muertos, vengan a la biblioteca Franklin Avenue para crear su propia luminaria de...
Disclaimer(s)
Indoor Program (2021)
This program is hosted indoors. Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
1
2021
Mon
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Zoom Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
14
Event Details:
Join us on Zoom to improve your resume game with experts from Iowa’s own Connect 2 Careers! Whether you’re looking for a job, working on school applications, or simply want to get your current resume up to snuff, this workshop will teach you to take ...
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
1
2021
Mon
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zoom Program Room
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
5
Event Details:
Join us online for the DMPL Writer's Workshop on the first* Monday of the month from 5:30-6:30 PM. Share samples of your work and receive feedback from other writers in the group.
If you would like to share your writing with the gr...
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
1
2021
Mon
5:45pm - 7:00pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Social Security Benefits & Advanced Filing Strategies
Ways to avoid higher taxation of Social Security benefits
Choosing the right age to file your benefits
Other degrading factors to consider with Social Se...
Disclaimer(s)
Indoor Program (2021)
This program is hosted indoors. Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
1
2021
Mon
6:30pm - 7:15pm
Zoom Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
,
Take & Make
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
31
Event Details:
Families! Join the South Side Library via Zoom and celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a special presentation from CultureAll at 6:30 p.m. CultureAll Ambassador Timothy Perkins will share with kids the history of Native Americans, what Pow ...
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