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, July 1, 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. Jul 1 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, July 1, 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. Jul 1 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 "All Ages" group. Movie Watch Party: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Monday, July 1, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Experience this mind-bending, web-slinging adventure! Join us for popcorn and a fun activity while we watch Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse. Rated PG. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jul 1 2024 Mon Movie Watch Party: Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse 1:00pm - 3:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies Event Details: Experience this mind-bending, web-slinging adventure! Join us for popcorn and a fun activity while we watch Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse. Rated PG.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Monday, July 1, 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. Jul 1 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 "Adults" group. Technology Basics Monday, July 1, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for a computer basics class and increase your skills. In this month's workshop, you will be introduced to basic terminology, functionality, and navigation of internet brows... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 1 2024 Mon Technology Basics 3:00pm - 4:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Join us for a computer basics class and increase your skills. In this month's workshop, you will be introduced to basic terminology, functionality, and navigation of internet browsers, search engines and websites. 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. Family Storytime Monday, July 1, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children 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 crafts. You can even wear your jammies! All Ages Welcome! This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 1 2024 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 crafts. You can even wear your jammies! All Ages 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. US History Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/2 - 7/3 Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Celebrate independence day by learning about some of the great moments in US History! Find them all and win an exceptional prize! Best for ages 6+ This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 2 - 3 2024 US History Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/2 - 7/3 Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Celebrate independence day by learning about some of the great moments in US History! Find them all and win an exceptional prize! Best for ages 6+
This event is in the "Adults" group. Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies. Facilitated by Blank Children's Hospital, each week will feature a guest... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 2 2024 Tue Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies. 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. Baby Rhyme Time Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool 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. Jul 2 2024 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. 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. Play, Grow, Learn! Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers can engage in open play, come and go activities at South. Play, Grow, Learn is an opportunity to meet families with other young chil... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jul 2 2024 Tue Play, Grow, Learn! 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers can engage in open play, come and go activities at South. 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. One-on-One Computer Sessions Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: Need help creating an email account? Polishing a resume or applying for a job? Come to the Forest Avenue Library on Tuesdays from 10:00AM-12PM and get individual computer assistanc... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 2 2024 Tue One-on-One Computer Sessions 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Need help creating an email account? Polishing a resume or applying for a job? Come to the Forest Avenue Library on Tuesdays from 10:00AM-12PM and get individual computer assistance. First-come, first-served.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Baby Rhyme Time Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 10:15am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Babies and their caregivers can join Miss Jennifer on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story followed by a short playtime. This program is recommended for caregiv... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jul 2 2024 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. Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool 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 a... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jul 2 2024 Tue Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time 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: 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. 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. Manualidades para adultos: Chigiri-e | Crafting for Adults: Chigiri-e Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Event Details: Do you love to craft? Come learn about and try this traditional Japanese art form or bring your current project and make some progress! Template and free-hand options will be avail... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 2 2024 Tue Manualidades para adultos: Chigiri-e | Crafting for Adults: Chigiri-e 3:30pm - 4:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Do you love to craft? Come learn about and try this traditional Japanese art form or bring your current project and make some progress! Template and free-hand options will be available by choice. Registration recommended. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Manga Book Club Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Whether you are passionate about manga or just interested in seeing what it's all about, the Forest Ave Library's Manga Book Club is a place for you to make friends, read fun and e... Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 2 2024 Tue Manga Book Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Book Clubs Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: Whether you are passionate about manga or just interested in seeing what it's all about, the Forest Ave Library's Manga Book Club is a place for you to make friends, read fun and exciting stories, talk about manga, make art, and play games and oth Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Independence Day Jazz Concert Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: All Ages Event Details: In partnership with DMPL, the Beaver Creek Jazz Ensemble presents a free Independence Day concert with a mix of classic big band songs and some jazzy versions of patriotic songs li... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jul 2 2024 Tue Independence Day Jazz Concert 7:00pm - 8:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: In partnership with DMPL, the Beaver Creek Jazz Ensemble presents a free Independence Day concert with a mix of classic big band songs and some jazzy versions of patriotic songs like Stars and Stripes Forever, The Star Spangled Banner, and more! 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. Baby Rhyme Time Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Join us weekly 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. Jul 3 2024 Wed Baby Rhyme Time 9:30am - 10:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us weekly for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months. 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. Simple Steps Storytime Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational, Performances, Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Join us as we explore the 5 Simple Steps you can do with your child to create early literacy and learning success. This interactive series will focus on one of the 5 steps each wee... This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 3 2024 Wed Simple Steps Storytime 10:00am - 10:45am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Performances, Play & Learn Event Details: Join us as we explore the 5 Simple Steps you can do with your child to create early literacy and learning success. 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. Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm North Side Study Room 2 at North Side Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adults 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. A career coach can guide you through... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 3 2024 Wed Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center 10:00am - 12:00pm North Side Study Room 2 Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Study Room 2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Family Storytime Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Listen to silly stories, sing songs, dance to music, and make art! Join us at Forest Avenue Library for Family Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10:15 A.M. Family... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jul 3 2024 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 us at Forest Avenue Library for Family Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10:15 A.M. 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. Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement Wednesday, July 3, 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 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.  ... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jul 3 2024 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. Des Moines Art Center: Creative Journaling Workshop Wednesday, July 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens Event Details: Come explore creative writing, poetry, drawing and dance! Using Art Activity cards of her own design, teaching artist Aminah will take you on a journey through the art of the Des M... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 3 2024 Wed Des Moines Art Center: Creative Journaling Workshop 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: Come explore creative writing, poetry, drawing and dance! 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.
Independence Day All Day Central Library, East Side Library, Forest Avenue Library, Franklin Avenue Library, North Side Library, South Side Library, Off Site, DMPL Virtual All locations will be closed in observance of Independence Day. Closing Jul 4 2024 Thu Closing Independence Day All Day Branches: Central Library, East Side Library, Forest Avenue Library, Franklin Avenue Library, North Side Library, South Side Library, Off Site, DMPL Virtual Description: All locations will be closed in observance of Independence Day.
This event is in the "Children" group. I Spy: Independence Day All Day 7/5 - 7/6 Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Come celebrate Independence Day at the Central Library! Find all the pictures in the Youth area to get a prize! This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 5 - 6 2024 I Spy: Independence Day All Day 7/5 - 7/6 Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Come celebrate Independence Day at the Central Library! Find all the pictures in the Youth area to get a prize! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.