Drop-in STEM Challenges

10:00am - 4:00pm
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Library Branch: North Side Library
Room: North Side Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
Drop-in to North Side and try a STEM challenge. Build a tower or create a Lego marble run! ...

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Children’s Program

Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.

No School Fun Day! Friendship Necklace

10:00am - 5:00pm
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Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library
Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
 Drop in for this do-it-yourself craft activity and make necklaces to give to your friends and family, just in time for Valentine's Day.  ...

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Children’s Program

Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.

Rosie Dance Party!

10:30am - 11:30am
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Library Branch: East Side Library
Room: East Side Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:
Let's dance! Rosie will join us for a story and dancing. Have your picture taken with Rosie and bust a move under our disco ball! Geared for ages 2-6. ...

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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.

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.

Bad Guys Movie and Snacks

1:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library
Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:
Stop by for snacks on this no school day and enjoy a showing of the movie Bad Guys, based on the popular graphic novel series by Aaron Blabey.  As supplies last! ...

Des Moines Symphony Academy's Instrument Petting Zoo

6:30pm - 7:15pm
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Library Branch: South Side Library
Room: South Side Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Educational, Exhibits, Performances
Event Details:
The Des Moines Symphony Academy’s "Instrument Petting Zoo" is visiting the South Side Library! Children can learn about string instruments and get some hands-on experience with them, as well as hear kid-friendly music from the wonderful Honors String...

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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.