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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Find all the National Parks pictures and learn some fun facts about them in the Youth area to earn a prize!
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Drop-in Craft: Bottle Cap Bug Magnets!
All Day
7/7–7/13
Central Library Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Stop in the Central Library for a drop-in craft every week this summer. This week we will make Bug Magnets out of bottle caps. Crafts will be set up in the children's area throughout the week while supplies last.
Disclaimer(s)
Central Parking
Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Take & Make: Build Our Community Project
All Day
7/7–7/12
East Side Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
🌎🏡 What does your home look like? Let’s build a community together! Join our Take & Make: Build Our Community project!
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.
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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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:
Franklin Avenue Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational,
Gaming
Event Details:
Visit the library and find all of the pictures hiding in the Children's Area.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" 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:
South Side Library
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Visit South and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the sheet and win a prize!
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works 2025
10:00am–11:00am
Central Library Study Room 1
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Study Room 1
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Shorter Works. This group will read and discuss works out loud. Seating is limited. Registration is required.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Birth-Preschool,
Children
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Family Storytime at Colby Park
10:15am–11:00am
Franklin Avenue Library Outreach
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Library Outreach
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
The whole family can come to Colby Park for a special Family Storytime presented by the Franklin Avenue Library! Bring your own blanket or chairs and join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the great outdoors.
Disclaimer(s)
Off Site Event
Please note, this event does not take place at the library. Please check the Location Details for the address of the event.
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 "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Birth-Preschool,
Children
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Storytime at the Heritage Carousel
10:30am–11:15am
North Side Library Outreach
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Library Outreach
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Ms. Alicia at the Heritage Carousel for a special storytime for the whole family!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Inclement Weather
This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
Off Site Event
Please note, this event does not take place at the library. Please check the Location Details for the address of the event.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Energy Efficiency at Home: Be an Energy Detective!
11:00am–12:00pm
East Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
🏠Energy Efficiency at Home
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.
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Crafternoon : Make a Mini Book
12:00pm–5:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us for a drop-in craft project at Forest! Use the supplies and provided instructions to make a mini-book to take home and fill with writing, drawings, collage, or whatever you choose. Stop by anytime between 12–5 PM.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jul
11
2025
Fri
The Outreach Project
1:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
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.
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 "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jul
11
2025
Fri
Artist Reception - Jacque Fabritz
4:00pm–5:45pm
Central Library Art Gallery
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Art Gallery
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Exhibits
Event Details:
Join us as we celebrate new works by Jacque Fabritz. Her show "Adventurers" will showcase a collection of new mixed media paintings.
Disclaimer(s)
Central Parking
Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
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