This event is in the "Children" group I Spy: Dog Man All Day 1/20–1/31 Children This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 - 31 2026 I Spy: Dog Man All Day 1/20–1/31 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 find pictures of your favorite Dog Man characters 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 Rocks and Crystals Scavenger Hunt All Day 1/20–1/25 Children This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 - 25 2026 Rocks and Crystals Scavenger Hunt All Day 1/20–1/25 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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Mo Willems Scavenger Hunt! All Day 1/20–1/24 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 Jan 20 - 24 2026 Mo Willems Scavenger Hunt! All Day 1/20–1/24 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!
This event is in the "Children" group Park-N-Play 10:00am–12:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Park-N-Play 10:00am–12:00pm 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 Anime Watch Party: Your Name 3:30pm–5:30pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Anime Watch Party: Your Name 3:30pm–5:30pm 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: Movies Event Details: Join us for an anime watch party! This month we are watching Your Name. 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Wednesdays: Air-Dry Clay Creations 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 21 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Air-Dry Clay Creations 3:30pm–4:30pm North Side Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Get hands-on with air-dry clay and create a miniature masterpiece to take home each week. A professional ASAP teaching artist leads this fun, creative class, and a snack is provided for every participant. 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 This event is in the "Teens" group Paper Circuit Art 3:30pm–5:00pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Paper Circuit Art 3:30pm–5:00pm 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: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Event Details: Design your own glowing artwork using copper tape, LEDs, and batteries, while learning simple principles of electricity and creativity. All materials provided—just bring your imagination!
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Art Cart 4:00pm–7:30pm Birth-Preschool, Children This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Art Cart 4:00pm–7:30pm 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 Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get creative at North Side! Drop-in on Wednesdays to enjoy our large cart of art supplies. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
