This event is in the "Children" group I Spy: Black History Month - Authors All Day 2/17–3/1 Children This event is in the "Children" group Feb-Mar 2026 I Spy: Black History Month - Authors All Day 2/17–3/1 Central Library Children’s Area Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Visit the Central children's area to learn about some amazing Black authors, then check out one of their books! Find all the hidden pictures to win a prize! 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Library Scavenger Hunt All Day 2/17–2/21 All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Feb 17 - 21 2026 Library Scavenger Hunt All Day 2/17–2/21 East Side Children's Nook Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children's Nook Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Find all of the hidden pictures for a prize!
This event is in the "All Ages" group Black History Month: Ella Sings the Songbook Display All Day 2/2–2/27 All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Feb 2 - 27 2026 Black History Month: Ella Sings the Songbook Display All Day 2/2–2/27 Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Exhibits Event Details: Join us at the Franklin Avenue Library for Ella Sings the Songbook, a traveling display from The Great American Songbook Foundation.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Pokédex Scavenger Hunt All Day 2/1–2/28 All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Feb 1 - 28 2026 Pokédex Scavenger Hunt All Day 2/1–2/28 Library Branch: DMPL Systemwide Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Become a Pokémon master at the Des Moines Public Library! We’re celebrating the 30th anniversary of Pokémon with a systemwide scavenger hunt. 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 "Adults" group Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills 10:00am–3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills 10:00am–3:00pm Central Library Conference Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Conference Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Are you searching for a new job, having trouble navigating a website, or looking to learn a new digital skill? Goodwill is at the library to help! 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.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Pokémon Party 10:30am–11:30am Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Pokémon Party 10:30am–11:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Celebrate all things Pokémon at North Side! We will have Pokémon crafts and games for the whole family. Make a paper plate Pokéball, a Pikachu headband, and more! 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 Board Game Open Play 12:00pm–5:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Feb 20 2026 Fri Board Game Open Play 12:00pm–5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Join us for a drop-in event for all ages. Come in, get cozy, and choose from a variety of games or puzzles to play with friends! 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group The Outreach Project 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 20 2026 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–2:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Connect with area organizations for resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters.
