This event is in the "All Ages" group 🛼Read and Roll Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/10 - 11/15 East Side Rosie's Nature Nook at East Side Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: All Ages Grab a scavenger hunt sheet and see if you can find all the 90s throwback items hidden around the children’s area!When you’ve found them all, bring your completed sheet to the desk to earn a FREE pass to Skate South! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 10 - 15 2025 🛼Read and Roll Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/10–11/15 East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Grab a scavenger hunt sheet and see if you can find all the 90s throwback items hidden around the children’s area!When you’ve found them all, bring your completed sheet to the desk to earn a FREE pass to Skate South!
This event is in the "All Ages" group Drop in: Puzzle Swap! Saturday, November 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: All Ages Bring a gently used puzzle (with all pieces!) to East Side Library and exchange it for a new-to-you puzzle. Swap completed puzzles for fresh challenges and share the fun of puzzle-solving! Perfect for puzzle lovers of all ages! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Drop in: Puzzle Swap! 10:00am–1:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Bring a gently used puzzle (with all pieces!) to East Side Library and exchange it for a new-to-you puzzle. Swap completed puzzles for fresh challenges and share the fun of puzzle-solving! Perfect for puzzle lovers of all ages! 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 "All Ages" group Malcolm Wells - Student Harmonica Giveaway With Lesson Sunday, November 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: All Ages Learn the "Mississippi Saxophone" with Malcolm Wells! Grab a student harmonica when you arrive and join the fun. This all-ages event also includes a chance to win Blues CDs when you sign in upon arrival. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 16 2025 Sun Malcolm Wells - Student Harmonica Giveaway With Lesson 2:00pm–3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: Learn the "Mississippi Saxophone" with Malcolm Wells! Grab a student harmonica when you arrive and join the fun. This all-ages event also includes a chance to win Blues CDs when you sign in upon arrival. 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. 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 "All Ages" group DINOVEMBER Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/17 - 11/22 East Side Rosie's Nature Nook at East Side Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: All Ages Visit East Side Library and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the scavenger hunt sheet and win a prize! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 17 - 22 2025 DINOVEMBER Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/17–11/22 East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Visit East Side Library and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the scavenger hunt sheet and win a prize!
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Wicked Party! Monday, November 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Movies Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages Let us be glad, let us be grateful! Come rejoicify the release of Wicked: For Good at Central Library with a ballyhoo in honor of our two favorite witches. There will be crafts, activities, and a screening of the first film! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 17 2025 Mon Wicked Party! 4:00pm–7:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Movies Event Details: Let us be glad, let us be grateful! Come rejoicify the release of Wicked: For Good at Central Library with a ballyhoo in honor of our two favorite witches. There will be crafts, activities, and a screening of the first film! 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. 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 "All Ages" group Native American Stories & Lifestyles with Eugene Fracek Monday, November 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Performances Age Group: All Ages Learn about Native American stories and lifestyles with Native American CultureALL Ambassador Eugene Fracek. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 17 2025 Mon Native American Stories & Lifestyles with Eugene Fracek 6:00pm–7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Performances Event Details: Learn about Native American stories and lifestyles with Native American CultureALL Ambassador Eugene Fracek. 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 "All Ages" group Friends of Forest Meeting Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm Forest Avenue Conference Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Library Meeting Age Group: All Ages Join the Friends of the Forest Avenue Library for the monthly meeting at Forest Avenue Library! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 19 2025 Wed Friends of Forest Meeting 4:30pm–6:00pm Forest Avenue Conference Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Conference Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Library Meeting Event Details: Join the Friends of the Forest Avenue Library for the monthly meeting at Forest Avenue Library!
This event is in the "All Ages" group Board Game Open Play Friday, November 21, 2025 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: All Ages 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! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 21 2025 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 "All Ages" group DINOVEMBER Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/24 - 11/26 East Side Rosie's Nature Nook at East Side Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: All Ages Visit East Side Library and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the scavenger hunt sheet and win a prize! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 24 - 26 2025 DINOVEMBER Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/24–11/26 East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Visit East Side Library and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the scavenger hunt sheet and win a prize!
This event is in the "All Ages" group Sounds of the Season Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: All Ages Join us for an evening of holiday-themed music featuring talented student performers from Roosevelt High School. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 3 2025 Wed Sounds of the Season 6:30pm–7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: Join us for an evening of holiday-themed music featuring talented student performers from Roosevelt High School.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Library of Things LIVE! Thursday, December 4, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: All Ages Discover, play, and explore! Get hands-on with some of the unique and fun items you can borrow from the Library of Things collection that you can check out and take home to enjoy! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 4 2025 Thu Library of Things LIVE! 4:00pm–7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Discover, play, and explore! Get hands-on with some of the unique and fun items you can borrow from the Library of Things collection that you can check out and take home to enjoy! 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. 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 "All Ages" group Frozen Sneak Preview Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: Children, All Ages Visit the library for a special sneak preview of the Des Moines Community Playhouse production of Frozen: The Broadway Musical based on the hit Disney movie.Enjoy the performance and enter to win free tickets to the play! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 6 2025 Sat Frozen Sneak Preview 10:30am–11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: Visit the library for a special sneak preview of the Des Moines Community Playhouse production of Frozen: The Broadway Musical based on the hit Disney movie.Enjoy the performance and enter to win free tickets to the play! 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 Take and Make: Book Charms All Day 12/9 - 12/11 East Side Children’s Area at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Age Group: All Ages 📔Pick up a Take & Make craft kit to create your own book charm! Craft at home or stay to make it in the library—everything you need is included. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 9 - 11 2025 Take and Make: Book Charms All Day 12/9–12/11 East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Event Details: 📔Pick up a Take & Make craft kit to create your own book charm! Craft at home or stay to make it in the library—everything you need is included.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Drop-In Puzzles Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 2:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: All Ages Looking for an activity to get out of the house? Drop by the East Side Library this Saturday to complete a puzzle! Puzzles are 300 pieces and will be set up in our meeting room for you to drop in between 10am - 2pm. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Drop-In Puzzles 10:00am–2:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Looking for an activity to get out of the house? Drop by the East Side Library this Saturday to complete a puzzle! Puzzles are 300 pieces and will be set up in our meeting room for you to drop in between 10am - 2pm. 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 "All Ages" group Jingle Jazz Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: All Ages Enjoy a free holiday concert at the library with the Beaver Creek Jazz Ensemble! This group performs big band favorites and 50s–60s rock hits. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 13 2025 Sat Jingle Jazz 2:00pm–3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: Enjoy a free holiday concert at the library with the Beaver Creek Jazz Ensemble! This group performs big band favorites and 50s–60s rock hits. 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. 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 "All Ages" group Friends of Forest Meeting Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:00pm Forest Avenue Conference Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Library Meeting Age Group: All Ages Join the Friends of the Forest Avenue Library for the monthly meeting at Forest Avenue Library! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 17 2025 Wed Friends of Forest Meeting 4:30pm–6:00pm Forest Avenue Conference Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Conference Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Library Meeting Event Details: Join the Friends of the Forest Avenue Library for the monthly meeting at Forest Avenue Library!
This event is in the "All Ages" group Board Game Open Play Friday, December 19, 2025 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: All Ages 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! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 19 2025 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 "All Ages" group Tiny Art Show Materials Pickup 12/27/2025 @ 9:00am to 12/31/2025 @ 5:00pm DMPL Systemwide Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Age Group: All Ages It's time to create a masterpiece for the Des Moines Public Library's second annual Tiny Art Show ... and this year we've spread to the branches! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Dec 27 - 31 2025 Tiny Art Show Materials Pickup 12/27/2025 @ 9:00am–12/31/2025 @ 5:00pm Library Branch: DMPL Systemwide Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Event Details: It's time to create a masterpiece for the Des Moines Public Library's second annual Tiny Art Show ... and this year we've spread to the branches!
This event is in the "All Ages" group Tiny Art Show Materials Pickup 01/02/2026 @ 9:00am to 01/03/2026 @ 5:00pm DMPL Systemwide Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Age Group: All Ages It's time to create a masterpiece for the Des Moines Public Library's second annual Tiny Art Show ... and this year we've spread to the branches! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 2 - 3 2026 Tiny Art Show Materials Pickup 01/02/2026 @ 9:00am–01/03/2026 @ 5:00pm Library Branch: DMPL Systemwide Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Event Details: It's time to create a masterpiece for the Des Moines Public Library's second annual Tiny Art Show ... and this year we've spread to the branches!
This event is in the "All Ages" group Take and Make: Vision Boards All Day 1/6 - 1/8 East Side Children’s Area at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Take & Make Age Group: All Ages Start your year with creativity and intention! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 6 - 8 2026 Take and Make: Vision Boards All Day 1/6–1/8 East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Take & Make Event Details: Start your year with creativity and intention! 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 "All Ages" group Vison Board Workshop Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Take & Make Age Group: All Ages Start your year with creativity and intention! View Details Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Vison Board Workshop 5:30pm–7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Take & Make Registration Required Event Details: Start your year with creativity and intention! 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 Red Riding Hood Sneak Preview Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: Children, All Ages Visit the library for a special sneak preview of the Des Moines Community Playhouse production of Red Riding Hood: Both Sides of the Story based on the classic fairy tale. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Red Riding Hood Sneak Preview 10:30am–11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: Visit the library for a special sneak preview of the Des Moines Community Playhouse production of Red Riding Hood: Both Sides of the Story based on the classic fairy tale. 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 Friday, January 16, 2026 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: All Ages 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! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 16 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 "All Ages" group Take and Make: Bag Charms All Day 1/20 - 1/22 East Side Children’s Area at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Age Group: All Ages 📔Pick up a Take & Make craft kit to create your own bag charm! Craft at home or stay to make it in the library—everything you need is included. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 20 - 22 2026 Take and Make: Bag Charms All Day 1/20–1/22 East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Event Details: 📔Pick up a Take & Make craft kit to create your own bag charm! Craft at home or stay to make it in the library—everything you need is included.
