Glowforge Training

10:00am - 11:00am
Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Library Tech Central
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:
Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use the Glowforge on your own after this program. You can also make a Gift o...

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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.

Career Fair

11:30am - 1:30pm
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
Join the DMPL Central Library and IowaWORKS for a career fair featuring employers from downtown and surrounding areas. Meet with various hiring employers and register for a mock interview or resume prep assistance.  ...

Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable

1:30pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: North Side Library
Room: North Side Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:
Aprenda a hacer recetas fáciles, nutritivas y baratas con una instructora de Iowa State University - Extension.  Durante esta clase de 8 semanas, aprenderá a: Ahorrar dinero: comprar y gastar menos en sus alimentos. Ahorrar tiempo: en el s...

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Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Americorps Seniors Presents Golden Games

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Library Branch: South Side Library
Room: South Side Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Gaming
Event Details:
Join Volunteer Iowa and AmeriCorps Seniors for an afternoon of games and good company! In addition to fierce competition, learn about AmeriCorps Seniors. If you're 55+, AmeriCorps Seniors has paid, tax free volunteer opportunities that provide ong...

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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.

YA for Adults Book Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:
Join us at Central Library for the YA for Adults Book Club. This month we are reading A Thousand Steps Into Night, Traci Chee. This program has limited space and requires registration. After registration, you will receive a confirmation email.&nbs...

Basi Affia: The Importance of a Black-Owned Comic Book Company in Des Moines

6:30pm - 8:00pm
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Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library
Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:
Affia will speak about diversity in fiction and literature, incorporating his life experiences to highlight the importance of representation. He'll discuss his comic book, Lost With All Hands, as an example of story that celebrates Afrocentric cultur...