This event is in the "Children" group I Spy: Women's History Month All Day 3/2–3/15 Children This event is in the "Children" group Mar 2 - 15 2026 I Spy: Women's History Month All Day 3/2–3/15 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 of the awe-inspiring women making history in their fields! 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 "Children" group Park-N-Play 10:00am–12:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Mar 5 2026 Thu Park-N-Play 10:00am–12:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Join us for indoor Park-N-Play, hosted by the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department on Thursday mornings in the Franklin Avenue Library meeting room. 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 This event is in the "All Ages" group Cancelled CANCELLED Meet the Author: Drew Daywalt 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, All Ages This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Mar 5 2026 Thu Cancelled CANCELLED Meet the Author: Drew Daywalt 4:00pm–5:00pm Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Author Visits Event Details: Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled. Beaverdale Books is hoping to reschedule Drew's visit for a later date, possibly at a different location.We apologize for any inconvenience.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Days: Watercolor Painting 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Mar 5 2026 Thu ASAP Days: Watercolor Painting 4:00pm–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 Event Details: Young artists, here's your chance to learn watercolor painting from a professional artist! Each week focuses on a new skill or technique: blending, texture, color theory, brushstroke technique, and more. Supplies and snacks provided. 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 STEAM Cart Challenge: Sail Cars 6:00pm–7:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Mar 5 2026 Thu STEAM Cart Challenge: Sail Cars 6:00pm–7:00pm 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: Computers & Technology Event Details: Design, build, and race your own sail-powered car using our STEAM cart! Experiment with sails, wind, and wheels to see what makes your car zoom the fastest. 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. Age requirement This program requires participants to be within a specific age range. Please select the correct age/grade when registering.
This event is in the "Children" group Art Club : Woven Tapestries 6:30pm–7:30pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Mar 5 2026 Thu Art Club : Woven Tapestries 6:30pm–7:30pm 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, Storytimes Event Details: Art Club will occur on the first Thursday of each month. We will learn about artists, techniques, concepts, or art processes that will give us inspiration to make our own art at the library! 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.
