This event is in the "Children" group Park-N-Play Monday, February 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Join us for indoor Park-N-Play, hosted by the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department on Monday afternoons in the East Side Library meeting room. Drop in and enjoy toys, games, crafts, and activities for families at no cost. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Park-N-Play 3:30pm–4:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us for indoor Park-N-Play, hosted by the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department on Monday afternoons in the East Side Library meeting room. Drop in and enjoy toys, games, crafts, and activities for families at no cost.
This event is in the "Children" group ASAP Mondays : Cardboard Creations Monday, February 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Get creative and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. Snack provided for all participants. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Feb 2 2026 Mon ASAP Mondays : Cardboard Creations 4:00pm–5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get creative and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. Snack provided for all participants. 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 "Adults" group Writers' Workshop Monday, February 2, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Join us for the DMPL Writer's Workshop on the first* Monday of the month from 5:30-7:30 PM. Share samples of work and receive feedback from other writers in the group. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Writers' Workshop 5:30pm–7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join us for the DMPL Writer's Workshop on the first* Monday of the month from 5:30-7:30 PM. Share samples of work and receive feedback from other writers in the group. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Family Storytime Monday, February 2, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Join us for our evening Family Storytime at 6:30 p.m.! Kids and caregivers can join us for fun songs, stories, and acivities. You can even wear your jammies! Best for ages 6 and under, but all are welcome! View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Feb 2 2026 Mon Family Storytime 6:30pm–7:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for our evening Family Storytime at 6:30 p.m.! Kids and caregivers can join us for fun songs, stories, and acivities. You can even wear your jammies! Best for ages 6 and under, but all are welcome! 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 Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Babies, toddlers, and their caregivers can join us on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, lap bounces, and a story.This program is recommended for children from birth to 24 months of age. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time 10:00am–10:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Babies, toddlers, and their caregivers can join us on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, lap bounces, and a story.This program is recommended for children from birth to 24 months of age.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Baby Rhyme Time Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 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: Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Park N Play Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Join us for indoor Park-N-Play, hosted by the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department on Tuesday mornings in the South Side Library meeting room. Drop in and enjoy toys and fun activities for families at no cost. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Park N Play 10:00am–11:30am South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, 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 Tuesday mornings in the South Side Library meeting room. Drop in and enjoy toys and fun activities for families at no cost. 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 Baby Rhyme Time Tuesday, February 3, 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 Feb 3 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 Movie Watch Party Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: Children After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, a strong-willed girl journeys with her crew to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she has ever faced. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Movie Watch Party 3:00pm–5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Movies Event Details: After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, a strong-willed girl journeys with her crew to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she has ever faced. 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 "Children" group ASAP Tuesdays: Painting Party Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Join ASAP for a group painting party, with a different finished work each week. Drop in once or every week; all supplies and snack provided. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Feb 3 2026 Tue ASAP Tuesdays: Painting Party 3:30pm–4:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join ASAP for a group painting party, with a different finished work each week. Drop in once or every week; all supplies and snack 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. 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 This event is in the "Teens" group Game On! Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Children, Teens It's game on after school at North Side! Hang out in the meeting room with snacks and a wide variety of games. Play Nintendo Switch on the big screen, or enjoy checkers, Connect 4, Exploding Kittens, and more! View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Game On! 4:00pm–5:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: It's game on after school at North Side! Hang out in the meeting room with snacks and a wide variety of games. Play Nintendo Switch on the big screen, or enjoy checkers, Connect 4, Exploding Kittens, and more! 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 3D Printer Training Class Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Tech Central at Central Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adults Learn how to use the Bambu X-1 Carbon filament 3D printer and the Formlabs Form 3 resin 3D printer. Participants will learn how to use the free software to prepare their 3D files for printing at the library. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 3 2026 Tue 3D Printer Training Class 5:00pm–6:00pm Central Library Tech Central Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to use the Bambu X-1 Carbon filament 3D printer and the Formlabs Form 3 resin 3D printer. Participants will learn how to use the free software to prepare their 3D files for printing at the library. 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 "Adults" group Postcrossing Meetup Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Join fellow postcard lovers for a cozy Postcrossing meetup at the library! Bring your cards and love of connecting through the mail. We’ll enjoy tea, light treats, and great conversation while we write, swap, and chat with other Postcrossers. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 3 2026 Tue Postcrossing Meetup 6:00pm–7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join fellow postcard lovers for a cozy Postcrossing meetup at the library! Bring your cards and love of connecting through the mail. We’ll enjoy tea, light treats, and great conversation while we write, swap, and chat with other Postcrossers.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Baby Rhyme Time: Bilingual Storytime! Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Acompáñanos a nuesta edición mensual de Baby Rhyme Time bilingüe con invitada especial Arlette el primer miercoles de cada mes! View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Baby Rhyme Time: Bilingual Storytime! 9:30am–10:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Acompáñanos a nuesta edición mensual de Baby Rhyme Time bilingüe con invitada especial Arlette el primer miercoles de cada mes! 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 Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Staff from the Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center 10:00am–12:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Staff from the Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers.
This event is in the "Adults" group Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:00pm Central Library Conference Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adults Are you searching for a new job, having trouble navigating a website, or looking to learn a new digital skill? Goodwill is at the library to help! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills 10:00am–3:00pm Central Library Conference Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Conference Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Are you searching for a new job, having trouble navigating a website, or looking to learn a new digital skill? Goodwill is at the library to help! 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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Family Storytime Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Listen to silly stories, sing songs, dance to music, and make art! Join Miss Emily for Family Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10:15 AM. Designed for children ages 0–5, this storytime welcomes all ages to join in the fun. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Family Storytime 10:15am–10:45am Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Listen to silly stories, sing songs, dance to music, and make art! Join Miss Emily for Family Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10:15 AM. Designed for children ages 0–5, this storytime welcomes all ages to join in the fun. 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Wednesdays: Let's Make Music Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Let's explore rhythm and music through a variety of instruments, including keyboards and our own voices!February 4, 11, 18, 25. Snack provided for all participants. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 4 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Let's Make Music 3:30pm–4:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Let's explore rhythm and music through a variety of instruments, including keyboards and our own voices!February 4, 11, 18, 25. Snack provided for all participants. 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 in the Library: Northern Lights Art Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children Visit the library to create beautiful artwork of the Northern Lights using oil pastels and paint. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Art in the Library: Northern Lights Art 4:00pm–4:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: Visit the library to create beautiful artwork of the Northern Lights using oil pastels and paint. 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 Art Cart Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:30pm North Side Children’s Area at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Get creative at North Side! Drop-in on Wednesdays to enjoy our large cart of art supplies. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Art Cart 4:00pm–7:30pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get creative at North Side! Drop-in on Wednesdays to enjoy our large cart of art 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 "Adults" group Death Café Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults A Death Café is a relaxed, welcoming space where people gather to talk openly about death and dying over tea and conversation. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 4 2026 Wed Death Café 6:30pm–7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: A Death Café is a relaxed, welcoming space where people gather to talk openly about death and dying over tea and conversation.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Preschool Storytime Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers can join us Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for a 30-minute storytime with stories, music, and fun activities! View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers can join us Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for a 30-minute storytime with stories, music, and fun activities!
This event is in the "Children" group Park-N-Play Thursday, February 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 Feb 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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Wiggles and Giggles Thursday, February 5, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Enjoy a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming! View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Feb 5 2026 Thu Wiggles and Giggles 10:15am–10:45am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming! 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.
