This event is in the "Children" group I Spy: Winter Activities All Day 12/8–12/21 Children This event is in the "Children" group Dec 8 - 21 2025 I Spy: Winter Activities All Day 12/8–12/21 Central Library Children’s Area Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Come find pictures (and inspiration!) of fun, classic winter activities 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 "Children" group Bluey Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/15–12/21 Children This event is in the "Children" group Dec 15 - 21 2025 Bluey Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/15–12/21 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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Festive Lights Garland Take-and-Makes! All Day Birth-Preschool, Children This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Festive Lights Garland Take-and-Makes! All Day Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Play & Learn, Take & Make Event Details: Stop by South Side Library and pick up a Take-and-Make bag full of fun activities and crafts!While Supplies Last
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Snowman Scavenger Hunt! All Day 12/15–12/23 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 Dec 15 - 23 2025 Snowman Scavenger Hunt! All Day 12/15–12/23 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!
This event is in the "Children" group Park-N-Play 3:30pm–4:30pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Park-N-Play 3:30pm–4:30pm East Side Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us for indoor Park-N-Play, hosted by the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department on Monday afternoons in the East Side Library meeting room. Drop in and enjoy toys, games, crafts, and activities for families at no cost.
This event is in the "Children" group ASAP Mondays : Watercolor Painting 4:00pm–5:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Dec 15 2025 Mon ASAP Mondays : Watercolor Painting 4:00pm–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: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Dive into painting at ASAP’s watercolor class! Sharpen your skills, explore new techniques, and enjoy the fun of painting alongside others with an ASAP teaching artist. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Family Storytime 6:30pm–7:00pm Birth-Preschool, Children This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 15 2025 Mon Family Storytime 6:30pm–7:00pm South Side Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for our evening Family Storytime at 6:30 p.m.! Kids and caregivers can join us for fun songs, stories, and acivities. You can even wear your jammies! Best for ages 6 and under, but all are welcome! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
