This event is in the "Adults" group. Mindfulness Meditation Presented by Supportive Services for Veteran Families Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: This program will include a brief overview of where Mindfulness Meditation comes from and why we do it, followed by a 20 minute sitting practice with time for Q&A afterwar... This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 13 2024 Wed Mindfulness Meditation Presented by Supportive Services for Veteran Families 1:30pm - 2:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: This program will include a brief overview of where Mindfulness Meditation comes from and why we do it, followed by a 20 minute sitting practice with time for Q&A afterwards. Chair seating will be available. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Drop-in Crafternoon: Perler Beads Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Drop in to North Side each week to enjoy a STEM activity or craft! This week, we will be using perler beads! Create a design and we will iron it for you to take home. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 13 2024 Wed Drop-in Crafternoon: Perler Beads 2:00pm - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Drop in to North Side each week to enjoy a STEM activity or craft! This week, we will be using perler beads! Create a design and we will iron it for you to take home. 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. ASAP Wednesdays: Mosaics Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: A mosaic is a picture produced by arranging small pieces of stone, tile, or other material. At ASAP Wednesdays this month at the North Side Library, we will learn to make our own m... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 13 2024 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Mosaics 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: A mosaic is a picture produced by arranging small pieces of stone, tile, or other material. 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: Paper Lanterns Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: Create a lantern out of paper and popsicle sticks. Art in the Library is for children ages 6-12 and requires preregistration. The Franklin Library is lo... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 13 2024 Wed Art in the Library: Paper Lanterns 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 Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Create a lantern out of paper and popsicle sticks. Art in the Library is for children ages 6-12 and requires preregistration. The Franklin Library is located on DART Route #5. 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. It IS Rocket Science - Rockets, Satellites, Orbiters, Landers, Rovers, and Human Spaceflight Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children Event Details: Join us for a program from a NASA Ambassador on Rockets, Satellites, Orbiters, Landers, Rovers, and Human Spaceflight. Dan Hoy is a NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador volunteer fr... This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 13 2024 Wed It IS Rocket Science - Rockets, Satellites, Orbiters, Landers, Rovers, and Human Spaceflight 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join us for a program from a NASA Ambassador on Rockets, Satellites, Orbiters, Landers, Rovers, and Human Spaceflight. 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 "Teens" group. VolunTEENS Work Time Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens Event Details: If you're between the ages of 12-18 and looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity, give the library a try! We would love to have your help! This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 13 2024 Wed VolunTEENS Work Time 4:00pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: If you're between the ages of 12-18 and looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity, give the library a try! We would love to have your 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Youth Sewing Basics Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Come to South Side Library to learn how to sew with presenter Kaitlyn Munro! You'll learn how to use tools like thimbles, needles, and threaders to turn a t-shirt into a throw pill... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 13 2024 Wed Youth Sewing Basics 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Come to South Side Library to learn how to sew with presenter Kaitlyn Munro! You'll learn how to use tools like thimbles, needles, and threaders to turn a t-shirt into a throw pillow! Best for ages 8+ 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Walk-In Mending Services Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Adults, All Ages Event Details: Do you have a loose hem or a hole in the elbow of your favorite shirt? Bring it to South Side Library to have it mended by sewing expert Kaitlyn Munro! She'll be available for walk... This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Nov 13 2024 Wed Walk-In Mending Services 5:30pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Do you have a loose hem or a hole in the elbow of your favorite shirt? Bring it to South Side Library to have it mended by sewing expert Kaitlyn Munro! She'll be available for walk-in appointments from 5:30 to 7 p.m.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Books That Will Change Your Life: A Nonfiction Book Club: The Art and Science of Connection Wednesday, November 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for a monthly conversation around a life-changing nonfiction book. Each month we’ll select a book that will change your perspective, give you new strategies for handl... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 13 2024 Wed Books That Will Change Your Life: A Nonfiction Book Club: The Art and Science of Connection 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Join us for a monthly conversation around a life-changing nonfiction book. Each month we’ll select a book that will change your perspective, give you new strategies for handling life’s challenges, or deepen your understanding of a topic. 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. Wiggles and Giggles Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Join us at the Central Library for a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming! The storytime will take place in the meeting room to allow for social distancing. &nbs... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Nov 14 2024 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: Join us at the Central Library for a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming! The storytime will take place in the meeting room to allow for social distancing. 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. Preschool Storytime Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and learn school readiness skills. Afterwards, we will enjoy free-play together. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and learn school readiness skills. Afterwards, we will enjoy free-play together. 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 "Adults" group. Glowforge Training Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Tech Central at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use th... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Glowforge Training 3:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Tech Central Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use the Glowforge on your own after this program. 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 "Children" group. EPIC Graphic Novel Book Club Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Children Event Details: Are you a graphic novel fan? Join us for our EPIC Graphic Novel BOOK CLUB for ages 7-11. We will briefly chat about this month's book, and work on a fun activity or ... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 14 2024 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 Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: Are you a graphic novel fan? Join us for our EPIC Graphic Novel BOOK CLUB for 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. Dino-vember Celebration! Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Don't be a fossil--come to the Central Library and celebrate Dino-vember with us! We'll have a Tyrannosau-rockin' good time with a variety of activities and crafts that will have k... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Dino-vember Celebration! 4:30pm - 5:30pm 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: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Event Details: Don't be a fossil--come to the Central Library and celebrate Dino-vember with us! We'll have a Tyrannosau-rockin' good time with a variety of activities and crafts that will have kids of all ages roaring with delight! 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. 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. Gardening with Native Plants Meet-Up Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Connect with others interested in environmentally friendly gardens. The focus is on native plants which foster and nourish wildlife. Come to learn and to share your favorite garden... This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Gardening with Native Plants Meet-Up 5:30pm - 7:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Connect with others interested in environmentally friendly gardens. The focus is on native plants which foster and nourish wildlife.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Google Suite Workshop Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Computers & Technology, Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for the Google Suite workshop! We will run through the basics of how to use services like Gmail, Google Docs, Sheets, Slides and more. Patrons are welcome to bring their ow... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Google Suite Workshop 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Join us for the Google Suite workshop! We will run through the basics of how to use services like Gmail, Google Docs, Sheets, Slides and more.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Reading on the Margins Book Discussion Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults 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 ... This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 14 2024 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. LEGO Fridays Friday, November 15, 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 on Fridays by visiting the library and using your imagination to create amazing things with our LEGOs. This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 15 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 on Fridays by visiting the library and using your imagination to create amazing things with our LEGOs.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Friday, November 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 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. Nov 15 2024 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. "Creepy Carrots" Storytime with Jasper Rabbit Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Jasper Rabbit is coming to North Side! He's known for taking on those creepy carrots, crayons, and even a creepy pair of underwear! Come for a fun storytime and get your picture ta... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat "Creepy Carrots" Storytime with Jasper Rabbit 10:00am - 10:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Jasper Rabbit is coming to North Side! He's known for taking on those creepy carrots, crayons, and even a creepy pair of underwear! Come for a fun storytime and get your picture taken with Jasper. 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. Little Explorers Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central 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. Nov 16 2024 Sat Little Explorers 10:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 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 "Children" group. Bear Craft Day Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: Celebrate Bear Day with us in the children's area! Come and join in the joy of honoring these magnificent creatures by creating your very own bear craft to cherish and take home wi... This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat Bear Craft Day 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: Celebrate Bear Day with us in the children's area! Come and join in the joy of honoring these magnificent creatures by creating your very own bear craft to cherish and take home with you. 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 "Children" group. Dino-Mite Saturdays Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Children’s Area at East Side Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Join us every Saturday in November for a roaring good time at our Dino-Mite Saturdays! Bring your little ones to the library for a hands-on, imaginative play experience using our g... This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat Dino-Mite 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: Play & Learn Event Details: Join us every Saturday in November for a roaring good time at our Dino-Mite Saturdays! Bring your little ones to the library for a hands-on, imaginative play experience using our giant foam dinosaur bones. 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 "Adults" group. Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable (Buy. Eat. Live Healthy) Saturday, November 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Aprenda a hacer recetas fáciles, nutritivas y baratas con una instructora de Iowa State University - Extension. Durante esta clase de 8 semanas, aprenderá a: Ahorrar diner... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable (Buy. Eat. Live Healthy) 10:30am - 12:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Aprenda a hacer recetas fáciles, nutritivas y baratas con una instructora de Iowa State University - Extension. Durante esta clase de 8 semanas, aprenderá a: Ahorrar dinero: comprar y gastar menos en sus alimentos. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.