This event is in the "Children" group I Spy: Dia de los Muertos All Day 11/1–11/9 Children This event is in the "Children" group Nov 1 - 9 2025 I Spy: Dia de los Muertos All Day 11/1–11/9 Central Library Children’s Area Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Come celebrate Dia de los Muertos 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Fall Leaves Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/3–11/8 All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 3 - 8 2025 Fall Leaves Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/3–11/8 East Side Children’s Area Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Visit East Side Library 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!
This event is in the "Children" group Election Week: Cast your vote! All Day 11/3–11/8 Children This event is in the "Children" group Nov 3 - 8 2025 Election Week: Cast your vote! All Day 11/3–11/8 East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational Event Details: Kids can cast their votes all week long in our fun, library-style election! From Best Dinosaur to Best Ice-Cream Flavor to Favorite Fictional Pet, there are multiple ballot categories to explore. 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.
This event is in the "Children" group KPop Demon Hunters Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/3–11/9 Children This event is in the "Children" group Nov 3 - 9 2025 KPop Demon Hunters Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/3–11/9 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 characters from the hit movie hiding in the Children's Area.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Miraculous Lady Bug Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/3–11/15 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 Nov 3 - 15 2025 Miraculous Lady Bug Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/3–11/15 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: Educational, Gaming, Play & Learn Event Details: Visit South Side Library for a fun Scavenger Hunt! Search the library for all of the items on the scavenger hunt sheet, and turn it in to win a prize!
This event is in the "Adults" group Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works 2025 10:00am–11:00am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 7 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.
This event is in the "Children" group LEGO Open Play 12:00pm–5:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Nov 7 2025 Fri LEGO Open Play 12:00pm–5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group The Outreach Project 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 7 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.
