This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Ivy + Bean the Musical Sneak Preview Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: Children, All Ages Event Details: Visit the library for a special sneak preview of the Des Moines Community Playhouse production of Ivy + Bean the Musical which is based on the series by Annie Barrows. Enjo... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 4 2024 Sat Ivy + Bean the Musical 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 Ivy + Bean the Musical which is based on the series by Annie Barrows. 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. Movie Watch Party: The Mitchells vs. The Machines Monday, May 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: All Ages Event Details: We will eat popcorn and do a fun activity while we watch The Mitchells vs. The Machines (2021). Rated PG. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 6 2024 Mon Movie Watch Party: The Mitchells vs. The Machines 4:00pm - 6:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies Event Details: We will eat popcorn and do a fun activity while we watch The Mitchells vs. The Machines (2021). Rated PG.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Big Book Sale Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Book Sales Age Group: All Ages Event Details: The Big Book Sale is back! Stop by Central Library's meeting rooms, May 8-13, to stock up on books, CDs, DVDs, and more. The inventory includes withdrawn library items, and do... This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 8 2024 Wed Big Book Sale 9:00am - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Book Sales Event Details: The Big Book Sale is back! Stop by Central Library's meeting rooms, May 8-13, to stock up on books, CDs, DVDs, and more. The inventory includes withdrawn library items, and donations from the community.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Big Book Sale Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Book Sales Age Group: All Ages Event Details: The Big Book Sale is back! Stop by Central Library's meeting rooms, May 8-13, to stock up on books, CDs, DVDs, and more. The inventory includes withdrawn library items, and do... This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 9 2024 Thu Big Book Sale 9:00am - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Book Sales Event Details: The Big Book Sale is back! Stop by Central Library's meeting rooms, May 8-13, to stock up on books, CDs, DVDs, and more. The inventory includes withdrawn library items, and donations from the community.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Big Book Sale Friday, May 10, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Book Sales Age Group: All Ages Event Details: The Big Book Sale is back! Stop by Central Library's meeting rooms, May 8-13, to stock up on books, CDs, DVDs, and more. The inventory includes withdrawn library items, an... This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 10 2024 Fri Big Book Sale 9:00am - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Book Sales Event Details: The Big Book Sale is back! Stop by Central Library's meeting rooms, May 8-13, to stock up on books, CDs, DVDs, and more.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Big Book Sale Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Book Sales Age Group: All Ages Event Details: The Big Book Sale is back! Stop by Central Library's meeting rooms, May 8-13, to stock up on books, CDs, DVDs, and more. The inventory includes withdrawn library items, and do... This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 11 2024 Sat Big Book Sale 10:00am - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Book Sales Event Details: The Big Book Sale is back! Stop by Central Library's meeting rooms, May 8-13, to stock up on books, CDs, DVDs, and more. The inventory includes withdrawn library items, and donations from the community.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Big Book Sale Sunday, May 12, 2024 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Book Sales Age Group: All Ages Event Details: The Big Book Sale is back! Stop by Central Library's meeting rooms, May 8-13, to stock up on books, CDs, DVDs, and more. The inventory includes withdrawn library items, and do... This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 12 2024 Sun Big Book Sale 12:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Book Sales Event Details: The Big Book Sale is back! Stop by Central Library's meeting rooms, May 8-13, to stock up on books, CDs, DVDs, and more. The inventory includes withdrawn library items, and donations from the community.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Big Book Sale Monday, May 13, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Book Sales Age Group: All Ages Event Details: The Big Book Sale is back! Stop by Central Library's meeting rooms, May 8-13, to stock up on books, CDs, DVDs, and more. The inventory includes withdrawn library items, and do... This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 13 2024 Mon Big Book Sale 9:00am - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Book Sales Event Details: The Big Book Sale is back! Stop by Central Library's meeting rooms, May 8-13, to stock up on books, CDs, DVDs, and more. The inventory includes withdrawn library items, and donations from the community.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Cicadas 2024! Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults, All Ages Event Details: Dive into the fascinating world of cicadas alongside ISU Polk County Extension and Outreach Natural Program Coordinator, Gina Buelow! Find out more about the 2024 emergence of ... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 22 2024 Wed Cicadas 2024! 6:30pm - 7:30pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Dive into the fascinating world of cicadas alongside ISU Polk County Extension and Outreach Natural Program Coordinator, Gina Buelow! 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. Puzzle and Game Cafe Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Love playing board games or putting together puzzles? Stop by the South Side Meeting Room to play a selection of provided board games and puzzles or invite a group and bring y... This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 25 2024 Sat Puzzle and Game Cafe 11:00am - 1:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Love playing board games or putting together puzzles? Stop by the South Side Meeting Room to play a selection of provided board games and puzzles or invite a group and bring your own! Snacks will be provided. 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. NFC's Journey to Homeownership Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Join Bridgett Robinson, Neighborhood Finance Corporation’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion Mortgage Loan Originator and Outreach Coordinator, along with community panelists, as they... This event is in the "All Ages" group. May 29 2024 Wed NFC's Journey to Homeownership 6:00pm - 8:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join Bridgett Robinson, Neighborhood Finance Corporation’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion Mortgage Loan Originator and Outreach Coordinator, along with community panelists, as they help navigate what Black/African American homeownership may look l
This event is in the "All Ages" group. DIY Mini Pride Floats! All Day 6/1 - 6/14 DMPL Virtual Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Celebrate Pride Month by making your own mini parade float! Starting Saturday, June 1, stop by any DMPL location to pick up a materials kit (while supplies last), then design yo... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun 1 - 14 2024 DIY Mini Pride Floats! All Day 6/1 - 6/14 Library Branch: DMPL Virtual Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Event Details: Celebrate Pride Month by making your own mini parade float!
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Des Moines Metro Opera Previews The Barber of Seville and Salome Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Des Moines Metro Opera opens its 2024 season with two of the world’s greatest operas: Rossini’s famed comedy, The Barber of Seville, and Richard Strauss’s scandalous drama, Salome.... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun 1 2024 Sat Des Moines Metro Opera Previews The Barber of Seville and Salome 2:00pm - 3:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: Des Moines Metro Opera opens its 2024 season with two of the world’s greatest operas: Rossini’s famed comedy, The Barber of Seville, and Richard Strauss’s scandalous drama, Salome.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Movie Watch Party: Wonka Monday, June 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Experience the whimsical origin story of the famed chocolatier Willy Wonka! Join us for popcorn and a fun activity while we watch Wonka. Rated PG. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun 3 2024 Mon Movie Watch Party: Wonka 1:00pm - 3:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies Event Details: Experience the whimsical origin story of the famed chocolatier Willy Wonka! Join us for popcorn and a fun activity while we watch Wonka. Rated PG.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. 100 Things to do in Des Moines before you die BINGO Monday, June 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Author Visits Age Group: All Ages Event Details: The library welcomes Erin Huiatt, local author of the book “100 Things to Do in Des Moines Before You Die” for a special BINGO style program highlighting the Metro's top attraction... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun 10 2024 Mon 100 Things to do in Des Moines before you die BINGO 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Author Visits Event Details: The library welcomes Erin Huiatt, local author of the book “100 Things to 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. 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. Des Moines Metro Opera Previews American Apollo and Pelléas & Mélisande Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Des Moines Metro Opera Preview Lecturer Joshua Borths returns for an in-depth preview of the final two operas of the opera’s 2024 season: Debussy’s shimmering Impressionist opera, ... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun 15 2024 Sat Des Moines Metro Opera Previews American Apollo and Pelléas & Mélisande 2:00pm - 3:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: Des Moines Metro Opera Preview Lecturer Joshua Borths returns for an in-depth preview of the final two operas of the opera’s 2024 season: Debussy’s shimmering Impressionist opera, Pelléas & Mélisande, and the world premiere of Damien
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Puzzle and Game Cafe Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Love playing board games or putting together puzzles? Stop by the South Side Meeting Room to play a selection of provided board games and puzzles or invite a group and bring y... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun 22 2024 Sat Puzzle and Game Cafe 11:00am - 1:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Love playing board games or putting together puzzles? Stop by the South Side Meeting Room to play a selection of provided board games and puzzles or invite a group and bring your own! Snacks will be provided. 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. NFC's Journey to Homeownership Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Join Bridgett Robinson, Neighborhood Finance Corporation’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion Mortgage Loan Originator and Outreach Coordinator, along with community panelists, as they... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jul 10 2024 Wed NFC's Journey to Homeownership 6:00pm - 8:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join Bridgett Robinson, Neighborhood Finance Corporation’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion Mortgage Loan Originator and Outreach Coordinator, along with community panelists, as they help navigate what Black/African American homeownership may look l
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Learn to Sculpt Butter with Sarah Pratt! Monday, July 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: All Ages Event Details: We're gearing up for the state fair with a very special guest! Join special guest Sarah Pratt, the Iowa State Fair's butter sculptor, to talk about what it's like to sculpt... Required This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon Learn to Sculpt Butter with Sarah Pratt! 5:00pm - 6:00pm 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: Arts & Crafts, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 35 Event Details: We're gearing up for the state fair with a very special guest! 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. 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. Email Required Please make sure you have entered a valid email address as the online event details will be sent to you prior to the event. If you have not received a confirmation email your inbox, please check your spam folder.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Learn to Sculpt Butter with Sarah Pratt! Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: All Ages Event Details: We're gearing up for the state fair with a very special guest! Join special guest Sarah Pratt, the Iowa State Fair's butter sculptor, to talk about what it's like to sculpt... Required This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon Learn to Sculpt Butter with Sarah Pratt! 6:30pm - 7:30pm 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: Arts & Crafts, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 35 Event Details: We're gearing up for the state fair with a very special guest! 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. 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. Email Required Please make sure you have entered a valid email address as the online event details will be sent to you prior to the event. If you have not received a confirmation email your inbox, please check your spam folder.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Summer Gardening Workshop Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: All Ages Event Details: This interactive workshop will be filled with presentations to expand your gardening knowledge and the opportunity to ask local experts any questions you have from your gardening j... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 1 2024 Thu Summer Gardening Workshop 5:30pm - 7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: This interactive workshop will be filled with presentations to expand your gardening knowledge and the opportunity to ask local experts any questions you have from your gardening journey so far.
