This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Take & Make: Beaded Lizard Keychain Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm East Side Children’s Area at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Stop by the children's area and grab a beaded lizard kit to take home! The kit contains all of the supplies and directions needed to make one lizard. You will use a simple threadin... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 6 2024 Thu Take & Make: Beaded Lizard Keychain 4:00pm - 8:00pm East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop by the children's area and grab a beaded lizard kit to take home! The kit contains all of the supplies and directions needed to make one lizard. You will use a simple threading technique and pony beads to make your new friend. 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. Art Club: Keith Haring Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: Art Club will occur on the first Thursday of each month. It will feature picture books and a related art project each month. We will learn about artists, art concepts, and topics t... This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 6 2024 Thu Art Club: Keith Haring 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room 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. It will feature picture books and a related art project each month. We will learn about artists, art concepts, and topics that will give us inspiration to make our own art. 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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Little Explorers Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Bring your young ones to our Little Explorers program, designed for children ages 0-5, to discover, learn and play with different sensory activities. No Registration is Required. P... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 7 2024 Fri Little Explorers 10:00am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Bring your young ones to our Little Explorers program, designed for children ages 0-5, to discover, learn and play with different sensory activities. No Registration is Required. Please wear play clothes as some activities may be messy. 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 "Adults" group. Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works 2024 Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Event Details: Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Shorter Works Please email your submissions to Julia at jmdunt@dmpl.org if you would like them printed out. This group will read and discuss ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 7 2024 Fri Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works 2024 10:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Shorter Works Please email your submissions to Julia at jmdunt@dmpl.org if you would like them printed out. This group will read and discuss works out loud.
This event is in the "Children" group. Touch-a-Truck: Garbage & Recycle Truck Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am East Side Library Lawn at East Side Library Program Type: Educational, Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: Kids and caregivers! Come to the East Side Library parking lot to get a close-up look at a City of Des Moines Garbage & Recycle Truck! Visitors can learn from a commu... This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 7 2024 Fri Touch-a-Truck: Garbage & Recycle Truck 10:00am - 11:00am East Side Library Lawn Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Library Lawn Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Storytimes Event Details: Kids and caregivers! 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 "Children" group. LEGO Fridays Friday, June 7, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Beat the boredom during the summer by visiting the library and using your imagination to create amazing things with our LEGOs. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 7 2024 Fri LEGO Fridays 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Beat the boredom during the summer by visiting the library and using your imagination to create amazing things with our LEGOs.
This event is in the "Children" group. Kids in the Kitchen Friday, June 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Children Event Details: Kids in the Kitchen is 6-7 week program based around the Department of Agriculture "MyPlate". Each session, students learn about a food group, why it is good for us, physical activ... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 7 2024 Fri Kids in the Kitchen 11:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Kids in the Kitchen is 6-7 week program based around the Department of Agriculture "MyPlate". Each session, students learn about a food group, why it is good for us, physical activity, and then we make a snack together at the end of the class. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Friday, June 7, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: The Des Moines Public Library is partnering with area organizations to connect people with community resources. Community advocates will provide information about community re... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 7 2024 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Cafe Gallery Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: The Des Moines Public Library is partnering with area organizations to connect people with community resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters. 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 "Adults" group. Paper Quilling, Again! Friday, June 7, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Back by popular demand! Join us for an exciting paper quilling workshop at the library! Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner, this program is perfect for anyone int... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 7 2024 Fri Paper Quilling, Again! 3:00pm - 4:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 16 Event Details: Back by popular demand! 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Parking Lot Party Friday, June 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm North Side Library Lawn at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Event Details: Kick-off Summer Reading at North Side! Come to the North Side Library parking lot to enjoy fun activities for the whole family. We will have free mini train rides, face painting, a... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 7 2024 Fri Parking Lot Party 4:00pm - 5:30pm North Side Library Lawn Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Library Lawn Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Kick-off Summer Reading at North Side! Come to the North Side Library parking lot to enjoy fun activities for the whole family. We will have free mini train rides, face painting, and more! Disclaimer(s) Inclement Weather This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "Children" group. Kid's Craft Day: Straw Rockets! All Day South Side Children’s Area at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Take & Make Age Group: Children Event Details: Drop in at South for Kid's Craft Day in the Children's Area! Crafts will be available all day while supplies last. Best for youth ages 5 and up. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 8 2024 Sat Kid's Craft Day: Straw Rockets! All Day South Side Children’s Area Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Take & Make Event Details: Drop in at South for Kid's Craft Day in the Children's Area! Crafts will be available all day while supplies last. Best for youth ages 5 and up. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. Inclement Weather This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Family STEM Challenge: Straw Airplane Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Event Details: The whole family can visit the library and take on our Family STEM Challenge. This month we will have supplies available to make a straw airplane. Materials will be ava... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 8 2024 Sat Family STEM Challenge: Straw Airplane 10:00am - 12:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: The whole family can visit the library and take on our Family STEM Challenge. This month we will have supplies available to make a straw airplane. Materials will be available between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM. 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. Art Cart Saturdays Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Children’s Area at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: Stop in the library to do some fun arts and crafts with our Art Cart! While supplies last. Adult supervision is required. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 8 2024 Sat Art Cart Saturdays 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop in the library to do some fun arts and crafts with our Art Cart! While supplies last. Adult supervision is required. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Tippi Toes Dance Class Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Tippi Toes is coming back to the library! Our exciting, high energy dance classes are the perfect opportunity for kids to try something new while having a blast and burning some... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 8 2024 Sat Tippi Toes Dance Class 10:30am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Tippi Toes is coming back to the library! Our exciting, high energy dance classes are the perfect opportunity for kids to try something new while having a blast and burning some energy! Any child between the ages 2-10 can participate. 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Community Crafting - Herb Sachets and Alternative Salt Shakers Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Join local herbalist, Lindsey Coyne, for a workshop making herbal sachets and an herb blend shaker for your kitchen table. Herbal sachets can be used as aromatherapy placed under a... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 8 2024 Sat Community Crafting - Herb Sachets and Alternative Salt Shakers 2:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 7 Event Details: Join local herbalist, Lindsey Coyne, for a workshop making herbal sachets and an herb blend shaker for your kitchen table.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Pride Month Mini Banner Take-and-Make Bags! All Day South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Play & Learn, Take & Make Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Pick up a themed take-and-make activity bag at South Side Library! While Supplies Last This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 10 2024 Mon Pride Month Mini Banner Take-and-Make Bags! All Day Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Play & Learn, Take & Make Event Details: Pick up a themed take-and-make activity bag at South Side Library! While Supplies Last
This event is in the "Adults" group. Take and Make: Pride Window Star All Day 6/10 - 6/12 Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Age Group: Adults Event Details: Stop by the Forest Avenue Library and pick up materials to make a window star. Perfect to hang for Pride month, or all year! For more inspiration, use your library card to access c... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 10 - 12 2024 Take and Make: Pride Window Star All Day 6/10 - 6/12 Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Event Details: Stop by the Forest Avenue Library and pick up materials to make a window star. Perfect to hang for Pride month, or all year! For more inspiration, use your library card to access crafty videos on Creativebug. While supplies last.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Toddler Storytime Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 10 2024 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months. 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. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Art Cart Mondays Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Event Details: Get creative at North Side! Drop-in to the library on Mondays during June and July to enjoy a variety of arts and crafts supplies. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 10 2024 Mon Art Cart Mondays 10:00am - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get creative at North Side! Drop-in to the library on Mondays during June and July to enjoy a variety of arts and crafts supplies. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Preschool Storytime Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Join Miss Jennifer for Preschool Storytime on Monday mornings at 10:15 a.m. There will be stories, rhymes, music, and more. This storytime is recommended for ages three to... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 10 2024 Mon Preschool Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join Miss Jennifer for Preschool Storytime on Monday mornings at 10:15 a.m. There will be stories, rhymes, music, and more. This storytime is recommended for ages three to five, but all children are welcome to attend. 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 "Adults" group. Franklin Afternoon Book Discussion Monday, June 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Event Details: June's selection is The Old Place by Bobby Finger. The Franklin Afternoon Book Discussion is a regularly scheduled book club meeting on the second Monday of the month. Titl... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 10 2024 Mon Franklin Afternoon Book Discussion 1:00pm - 2:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: June's selection is The Old Place by Bobby Finger.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Monday, June 10, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: The Des Moines Public Library is partnering with area organizations to connect people with community resources. Community advocates will provide information about community re... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 10 2024 Mon The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Cafe Gallery Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: The Des Moines Public Library is partnering with area organizations to connect people with community resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters. 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. 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 "Teens" group. The Art of Expression: Pride Craft-Stravaganza Monday, June 10, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens Event Details: The Art of Expression is a monthly program for teens to learn and create different types of art in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us on June 10 to kick off Pride 2024 and make... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 10 2024 Mon The Art of Expression: Pride Craft-Stravaganza 3:00pm - 4:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 40 Event Details: The Art of Expression is a monthly program for teens to learn and create different types of art in a relaxed atmosphere. Join us on June 10 to kick off Pride 2024 and make some colorful rainbow crafts.