This event is in the "All Ages" group Iowa History Month: The Unsinkable Meredith Willson Display All Day 3/2 - 3/30 Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Exhibits Age Group: All Ages Join us at the Franklin Avenue Library for The Unsinkable Meredith Willson, a traveling display from The Great American Songbook Foundation. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Mar 2 - 30 2026 Iowa History Month: The Unsinkable Meredith Willson Display All Day 3/2–3/30 Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Exhibits Event Details: Join us at the Franklin Avenue Library for The Unsinkable Meredith Willson, a traveling display from The Great American Songbook Foundation.
This event is in the "Children" group Park-N-Play Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Join us for indoor Park-N-Play, hosted by the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department on Thursday mornings in the Franklin Avenue Library meeting room. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Mar 5 2026 Thu Park-N-Play 10:00am–12:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Join us for indoor Park-N-Play, hosted by the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department on Thursday mornings in the Franklin Avenue Library meeting room. 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 CANCELLED Meet the Author: Drew Daywalt Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Author Visits Age Group: Children, All Ages Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled. Beaverdale Books is hoping to reschedule Drew's visit for a later date, possibly at a different location.We apologize for any inconvenience. Cancelled View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Mar 5 2026 Thu Cancelled CANCELLED Meet the Author: Drew Daywalt 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Author Visits Event Details: Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been cancelled. Beaverdale Books is hoping to reschedule Drew's visit for a later date, possibly at a different location.We apologize for any inconvenience.
This event is in the "Adults" group Retirement University: Estate Planning, Long-term Care and Legacy Planning Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Join the library and the Society for Financial Awareness for a series of free programs to help you plan for retirement. At this session we will cover:- Estate planning misconceptions View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 5 2026 Thu Retirement University: Estate Planning, Long-term Care and Legacy Planning 6:30pm–8:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join the library and the Society for Financial Awareness for a series of free programs to help you plan for retirement. At this session we will cover:- Estate planning misconceptions 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 The Lightning Thief Sneak Preview Saturday, March 7, 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 The Lightning Thief based on the popular book by Rick Riordan. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Mar 7 2026 Sat The Lightning Thief 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 The Lightning Thief based on the popular book by Rick Riordan. 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, March 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults March's selection is The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 9 2026 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: March's selection is The Fox Wife by Yangsze Choo 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 "Teens" group Franklin VolunTeens Monday, March 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Library Meeting Age Group: Teens Are you looking for a great place to volunteer? Become a volunteen and help with library projects and programs. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Mar 9 2026 Mon Franklin VolunTeens 4:00pm–5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational, Library Meeting Event Details: Are you looking for a great place to volunteer? Become a volunteen and help with library projects and programs.
This event is in the "Adults" group Swedish Death Cleaning 101 Monday, March 9, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Swedish death cleaning is the thoughtful and effective method of organizing and decluttering, made popular by Margareta Magnusson's best-selling book and television series, "The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning". View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 9 2026 Mon Swedish Death Cleaning 101 6:30pm–7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Swedish death cleaning is the thoughtful and effective method of organizing and decluttering, made popular by Margareta Magnusson's best-selling book and television series, "The Gentle Art of Swedish Death Cleaning".
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Baby Rhyme Time Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Babies and their caregivers can join Miss Jennifer on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story followed by a short playtime. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Mar 10 2026 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:15am–11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Babies and their caregivers can join Miss Jennifer on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story followed by a short playtime. 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 Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Join Miss Donna for this fun filled story time! Together we will enjoy stories, songs, and more, all selected to engage your active toddler. Ages 18 months to 3 years old. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Mar 11 2026 Wed Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement 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 Donna for this fun filled story time! Together we will enjoy stories, songs, and more, all selected to engage your active toddler. Ages 18 months to 3 years old. 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 Park-N-Play Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Join us for indoor Park-N-Play, hosted by the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department on Thursday mornings in the Franklin Avenue Library meeting room. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Mar 12 2026 Thu Park-N-Play 10:00am–12:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Join us for indoor Park-N-Play, hosted by the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department on Thursday mornings in the Franklin Avenue Library meeting room. 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 Reading on the Margins Book Discussion Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Join us once a month to discuss books by underrepresented authors. Our goal is to amplify these voices and experiences while discussing social issues in the context of fiction and non-fiction books. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 12 2026 Thu Reading on the Margins Book Discussion 6:30pm–7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Join us once a month to discuss books by underrepresented authors. Our goal is to amplify these voices and experiences while discussing social issues in the context of fiction and non-fiction books. 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 Roll a Monster Craft Game Monday, March 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Roll the dice to create charming, cheerful, friendly, or goofy monsters using the provided art materials. All ages. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Roll a Monster Craft Game 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: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Roll the dice to create charming, cheerful, friendly, or goofy monsters using the provided art materials. All ages. 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 Cinema Club – Our Hospitality Monday, March 16, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: Adults March's film selection is Our Hospitality (1923), Buster Keaton's parody of the Hatfield/McCoy feud is comic gold in this silent film. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 16 2026 Mon Franklin Cinema Club – Our Hospitality 6:30pm–7:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Event Details: March's film selection is Our Hospitality (1923), Buster Keaton's parody of the Hatfield/McCoy feud is comic gold in this silent film. 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 Baby Rhyme Time Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Babies and their caregivers can join Miss Jennifer on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story followed by a short playtime. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:15am–11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Babies and their caregivers can join Miss Jennifer on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story followed by a short playtime. 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 Creative Readers with Special Guest, Frankie, the therapy dog. Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Age Group: Children Meet special guest Frankie, the therapy dog! She will join us as we read one of her favorite books and do a craft. Afterward, stay and pet, read, and get to know Frankie. Ages 3 and up. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Mar 17 2026 Tue Creative Readers with Special Guest, Frankie, the therapy dog. 4:00pm–4:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Details: Meet special guest Frankie, the therapy dog! She will join us as we read one of her favorite books and do a craft. Afterward, stay and pet, read, and get to know Frankie. Ages 3 and up. 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 Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Join Miss Donna for this fun filled story time! Together we will enjoy stories, songs, and more, all selected to engage your active toddler. Ages 18 months to 3 years old. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement 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 Donna for this fun filled story time! Together we will enjoy stories, songs, and more, all selected to engage your active toddler. Ages 18 months to 3 years old. 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 "Teens" group Teen Chef: Walking Tacos Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens Curious about cooking? Sharpen your kitchen knowledge and learn how to make delicious dishes.Join us over Spring Break to cook taco meat and chop up toppings to make walking tacos. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Mar 18 2026 Wed Teen Chef: Walking Tacos 4:00pm–5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Curious about cooking? Sharpen your kitchen knowledge and learn how to make delicious dishes.Join us over Spring Break to cook taco meat and chop up toppings to make walking tacos. Disclaimer(s) 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 DMPL Digital Drop-In Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Family Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Computers & Technology, Educational Age Group: Adults Stop by Franklin Ave Library and learn how to use DMPL’s digital resources like Libby, Consumer Reports, Kanopy, and newspapers. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 19 2026 Thu DMPL Digital Drop-In 10:00am–11:00am Franklin Avenue Family Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Family Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Educational Event Details: Stop by Franklin Ave Library and learn how to use DMPL’s digital resources like Libby, Consumer Reports, Kanopy, and newspapers.
This event is in the "Children" group Park-N-Play Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Join us for indoor Park-N-Play, hosted by the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department on Thursday mornings in the Franklin Avenue Library meeting room. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Mar 19 2026 Thu Park-N-Play 10:00am–12:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Join us for indoor Park-N-Play, hosted by the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department on Thursday mornings in the Franklin Avenue Library meeting room. 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 EPIC Graphic Novel Book Club Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Children Are you a fan of graphic novels? Join us for our EPIC Graphic Novel BOOK CLUB for kids ages 7-11. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Mar 19 2026 Thu EPIC Graphic Novel Book Club 4:00pm–5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Are you a fan of graphic novels? Join us for our EPIC Graphic Novel BOOK CLUB for kids ages 7-11. 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 This event is in the "Children" group Super Mario Day at Franklin Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Get ready for the release of the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie with activities in the children's area. Join us for crafts, games, and a special scavenger hunt. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Mar 21 2026 Sat Super Mario Day at Franklin 10:00am–4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get ready for the release of the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie with activities in the children's area. Join us for crafts, games, and a special scavenger hunt.
This event is in the "Teens" group Nerf Challenge! Monday, March 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Gaming, Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens Join us for our first ever Nerf Challenge! Bring your friends to compete in games and challenges that focus on strategy, teamwork, speed, and accuracy. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Teens" group Mar 23 2026 Mon Nerf Challenge! 3:00pm–4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational, Gaming, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Join us for our first ever Nerf Challenge! Bring your friends to compete in games and challenges that focus on strategy, teamwork, speed, and accuracy.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Baby Rhyme Time Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:15am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Babies and their caregivers can join Miss Jennifer on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story followed by a short playtime. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Mar 24 2026 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:15am–11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Babies and their caregivers can join Miss Jennifer on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story followed by a short playtime. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
