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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:
Come celebrate your right to read by finding all the photos in the Central Youth area. Once you've found them all, stop at the Youth desk to claim your 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 "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Book Sales
Event Details:
Join us for a Spooky Bingo! Read books that match the prompts on our bingo card and when you get five in a row you can turn it in to pick out a free book or movie from our prize bin!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Frogs and Toads Scavenger Hunt
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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
Sep-Oct
2025
We're Going to the Moon Scavenger Hunt!
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Library Branch:
South Side Library
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Educational,
Gaming,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Visit South and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the scavenger hunt sheet and win a prize!
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Oct
3
2025
Fri
Dragons Love Tacos Day
10:00am–4:00pm
Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
In celebration of National Taco Day on October 4th, join us for activities, and a scavenger hunt in the children's area featuring the beloved book, “Dragons Love Tacos” by Adam Rubin. All ages.
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
Oct
3
2025
Fri
Mister K's Clubhouse - Live at the Library
11:00am–11:45am
East Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational,
Performances
Event Details:
Join us for a special visit from Mister K’s Clubhouse! Enjoy music, fun, and learning with the cast of this educational children’s show filmed in the Midwest.
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.
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
Oct
3
2025
Fri
LEGO Open Play
12:00pm–5:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Join us in the Forest Meeting Room where building blocks will be available for open play! Use your imagination to build your ideas or use the STEM-challenge prompts and building guides to bring ideas to life. Drop-in anytime between 12-5pm.
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.
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Oct
3
2025
Fri
The Outreach Project
1:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
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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 "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
Oct
3
2025
Fri
Mister K's Clubhouse - Live at the Library
4:00pm–4:45pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Health & Wellness,
Performances,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Join us at the Central Library for a special visit from Mister K’s Clubhouse! Enjoy a lively performance, get an exclusive sneak peek at Season 4, and meet Mister K in person.
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.
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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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
Oct
3
2025
Fri
Furry Tales
4:00pm–5:00pm
North Side Children’s Area
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Children’s Area
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Visit with an ARL TheraPet at North Side! The ARL TheraPets program offers the joy of therapy animals to facilities throughout central Iowa with visits from our certified volunteer/pet teams.
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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