This event is in the "Children" group. Camp Stuffie Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children Event Details: Bring your stuffy friend to the Franklin Library to enjoy a fun afternoon of camp activities and crafts from 3 to 4:30 in the meeting room. All ages are welcome. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 10 2024 Wed Camp Stuffie 3:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational Event Details: Bring your stuffy friend to the Franklin Library to enjoy a fun afternoon of camp activities and crafts from 3 to 4:30 in the meeting room. All ages 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 "Teens" group. Des Moines Art Center: Creative Journaling Workshop Wednesday, July 10, 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 10 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group. VolunTEENS Work Time Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Imagination Station at 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. Jul 10 2024 Wed VolunTEENS Work Time 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Imagination Station Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Imagination Station 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 "Adults" group. Chair Exercise with Grace Fitness Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:15pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join Zakiya Jenkins from Grace Fitness as she leads chair exercises. All fitness levels welcome! This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 10 2024 Wed Chair Exercise with Grace Fitness 5:30pm - 6:15pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Join Zakiya Jenkins from Grace Fitness as she leads chair exercises. All fitness levels welcome!
This event is in the "All Ages" group. NFC's Journey to Homeownership Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Join Bridgett Robinson, Neighborhood Finance Corporation’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion Mortgage Loan Originator and Outreach Coordinator, along with community panelists, as they... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jul 10 2024 Wed NFC's Journey to Homeownership 6:00pm - 8:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join Bridgett Robinson, Neighborhood Finance Corporation’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion Mortgage Loan Originator and Outreach Coordinator, along with community panelists, as they help navigate what Black/African American homeownership may look l
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Preschool Storytime: Water Fun! Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am South Side Library Lawn at South Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool 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, musical activities and take-home activities that prepare your ... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jul 11 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime: Water Fun! 10:00am - 10:30am South Side Library Lawn Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Library Lawn 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, musical activities and take-home activities that prepare your child for school.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Wiggles and Giggles Thursday, July 11, 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. Jul 11 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, July 11, 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. Jul 11 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 "Children" group. Kids in the Kitchen w/ ISU Extension Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Children Event Details: Kids in the Kitchen will focus each week on healthy eating and prepare and cook snacks each week. This program is presented by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach office, ... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 11 2024 Thu Kids in the Kitchen w/ ISU Extension 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Kids in the Kitchen will focus each week on healthy eating and prepare and cook snacks each week. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Glowforge Training Thursday, July 11, 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. Jul 11 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: 4 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. Polk County Conservation: Endangered Species Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children Event Details: Identify the factors that cause animals to become an endangered species. A live animal will be used if available. Supports Iowa Life and Earth/Space Science Standards. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 11 2024 Thu Polk County Conservation: Endangered Species 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: Identify the factors that cause animals to become an endangered species. A live animal will be used if available. Supports Iowa Life and Earth/Space Science Standards. 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. Korean Mythology Escape Room - Session 1 Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 5:15pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Gaming Age Group: Adults Event Details: A new exhibit of Korean artifacts is being unveiled in less than an hour, but the centerpieces have gone missing! Finding them will mean coming face to face with ancient myths and ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 11 2024 Thu Korean Mythology Escape Room - Session 1 5:15pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Gaming Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Details: A new exhibit of Korean artifacts is being unveiled in less than an hour, but the centerpieces have gone missing! Finding them will mean coming face to face with ancient myths and outsmarting the creatures they depict.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Gardening with Native Plants Meet-Up Thursday, July 11, 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. Jul 11 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. Korean Mythology Escape Room - Session 2 Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Gaming Age Group: Adults Event Details: A new exhibit of Korean artifacts is being unveiled in less than an hour, but the centerpieces have gone missing! Finding them will mean coming face to face with ancient myths and ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 11 2024 Thu Korean Mythology Escape Room - Session 2 6:30pm - 7:15pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Gaming Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Details: A new exhibit of Korean artifacts is being unveiled in less than an hour, but the centerpieces have gone missing! Finding them will mean coming face to face with ancient myths and outsmarting the creatures they depict.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Reading on the Margins Book Discussion Thursday, July 11, 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. Jul 11 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Owls! With Polk County Conservation Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Kids and families! Come see a live owl, brought by a naturalist from Polk County Conservation! You'll also view several taxidermy mounts and learn how different adaptations of owls... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 12 2024 Fri Owls! With Polk County Conservation 10:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Educational Event Details: Kids and families! Come see a live owl, brought by a naturalist from Polk County Conservation! You'll also view several taxidermy mounts and learn how different adaptations of owls enable them to be good predators. 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. LEGO Fridays Friday, July 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Beat the boredom during the summer by visiting the library and using your imagination to create amazing things with our LEGOs. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 12 2024 Fri LEGO Fridays 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Beat the boredom during the summer by visiting the library and using your imagination to create amazing things with our LEGOs.
This event is in the "Children" group. Kids in the Kitchen Friday, July 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Children Event Details: Kids in the Kitchen is 6-7 week program based around the Department of Agriculture "MyPlate". Each session, students learn about a food group, why it is good for us, physical activ... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 12 2024 Fri Kids in the Kitchen 11:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Kids in the Kitchen is 6-7 week program based around the Department of Agriculture "MyPlate". Each session, students learn about a food group, why it is good for us, physical activity, and then we make a snack together at the end of the class. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Friday, July 12, 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 12 2024 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Cafe Gallery Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: The Des Moines Public Library is partnering with area organizations to connect people with community resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Free Friday Flicks at Franklin Friday, July 12, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: Adults Event Details: July's presentation is the 2022 biographical drama Emily, starring Emma Mackey as nineteenth century novelist Emily Brontë. This film is rated R. Free Friday Flicks ... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 12 2024 Fri Free Friday Flicks at Franklin 1:30pm - 3:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Event Details: July's presentation is the 2022 biographical drama Emily, starring Emma Mackey as nineteenth century novelist Emily Brontë. This film is rated R.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. LEGOs at the Library Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Children’s Area at East Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Drop by our children's area to build with LEGOs. Show a staff member your creation for a prize! This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 13 2024 Sat LEGOs at the Library 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Drop by our children's area to build with LEGOs. Show a staff member your creation for a prize! 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. This event is in the "Children" group. Tippi Toes Dance Class Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Tippi Toes is coming back to the library! Our exciting, high energy dance classes are the perfect opportunity for kids to try something new while having a blast and burning some... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 13 2024 Sat Tippi Toes Dance Class 10:30am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Tippi Toes is coming back to the library! Our exciting, high energy dance classes are the perfect opportunity for kids to try something new while having a blast and burning some energy! Any child between the ages 2-10 can participate. Disclaimer(s) Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Hunt a Killer: Moon Summit Episode 1 Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for a multi-week investigation! This game will have six episodes. This is Episode 1. Perfect if you haven't started playing Moon Summit. A graduate student appears to... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 13 2024 Sat Hunt a Killer: Moon Summit Episode 1 2:00pm - 3:30pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gaming Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Join us for a multi-week investigation! This game will have six episodes. This is Episode 1. Perfect if you haven't started playing Moon Summit. 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. I Spy: IA State Fair Butter Sculptures All Day 7/14 - 7/20 Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Come celebrate summer and the upcoming Iowa State Fair at the Central Library! Find all the pictures in the Youth area to get a prize! And don't forget to sign up for a slot to ... This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 14 - 20 2024 I Spy: IA State Fair Butter Sculptures All Day 7/14 - 7/20 Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Come celebrate summer and the upcoming Iowa State Fair 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.
