This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Wiggles and Giggles: Special guest Latin Thunder! Thursday, November 7, 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 a special storytime featuring Latin Thunder, a Mexican Luchador (wrestler), for a reading of “Niño Wrestles the World” followed by a time for fan pics and autographs! ... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Nov 7 2024 Thu Wiggles and Giggles: Special guest Latin Thunder! 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 a special storytime featuring Latin Thunder, a Mexican Luchador (wrestler), for a reading of “Niño Wrestles the World” followed by a time for fan pics and autographs! 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 7, 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 7 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 7, 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 7 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: 1 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. ASAP Thursdays: Mosaics! Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: A mosaic is a picture produced by arranging small pieces of stone, tile, or other material. At ASAP Thursdays this month at South Side Library, we will learn to make our own mosaic... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 7 2024 Thu ASAP Thursdays: Mosaics! 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 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Latin Thunder! Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Join a special storytime featuring Latin Thunder, a Mexican Luchador (wrestler), for a reading of “Niño Wrestles the World” followed by a time for fan pics and autographs! ... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 7 2024 Thu Latin Thunder! 4:00pm - 5:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Performances Event Details: Join a special storytime featuring Latin Thunder, a Mexican Luchador (wrestler), for a reading of “Niño Wrestles the World” followed by a time for fan pics and autographs! 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 "Teens" group. Creative Cupcakes Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens Event Details: Come show off your creativity at Central Library as we decorate cupcakes! We will provide a variety of toppings for you to create your cupcake masterpiece. Each participant will de... Cancelled Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 7 2024 Thu Cancelled Creative Cupcakes 4:30pm - 5:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Come show off your creativity at Central Library as we decorate cupcakes! We will provide a variety of toppings for you to create your cupcake masterpiece. 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. 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 "Children" group. Art Club : Alma Thomas Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: Art Club will occur on the first Thursday of each month. It will feature picture books and a related art project each month. We will learn about artists, art concepts, and topics t... This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 7 2024 Thu Art Club : Alma Thomas 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Details: Art Club will occur on the first Thursday of each month. It will feature picture books and a related art project each month. We will learn about artists, art concepts, and topics that will give us inspiration to make our own art. 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. Google Suite Workshop Thursday, November 7, 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 7 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: 2 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Introductory Workshop on Storytelling for Kids and Teens: Superheroes! Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Superhero Storytellers! Grab your cape and super suit- it's super hero time! Come explore stories of superheroes from around the world and across time, and craft your own superhero... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 7 2024 Thu Introductory Workshop on Storytelling for Kids and Teens: Superheroes! 6:30pm - 8:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Superhero Storytellers! Grab your cape and super suit- it's super hero time! Come explore stories of superheroes from around the world and across time, and craft your own superhero story.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works 2024 Friday, November 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Event Details: Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Shorter Works Please email your submissions to Julia at jmdunt@dmpl.org if you would like them printed out. This group will read and discuss ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 8 2024 Fri Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works 2024 10:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Shorter Works Please email your submissions to Julia at jmdunt@dmpl.org if you would like them printed out. This group will read and discuss works out loud.
This event is in the "Children" group. LEGO Fridays Friday, November 8, 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 8 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 8, 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 8 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 "Children" group. Dino-Mite Saturdays Saturday, November 9, 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 9 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Last Stop on Market Street Sneak Preview Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: Children, All Ages Event Details: Visit the library for a special sneak preview of the Des Moines Community Playhouse production of Last Stop on Market Street, based on the award-winning book by Matt de la Peñ... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Nov 9 2024 Sat Last Stop on Market Street Sneak Preview 10:30am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: Visit the library for a special sneak preview of the Des Moines Community Playhouse production of Last Stop on Market Street, based on the award-winning book by Matt de la Peña. 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. Your Natural Garden: Caring for an Ecologically Vibrant Garden Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: ***Seating is limited and available on a first come basis*** In this engaging lecture, renowned plantsman and designer Kelly Norris offers essential guidance on stewarding the b... This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 9 2024 Sat Your Natural Garden: Caring for an Ecologically Vibrant Garden 10:30am - 12:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: ***Seating is limited and available on a first come basis*** 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. Novel November Write-In Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 10:30am - 4:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Event Details: Skip the scramble for outlets at coffee bars and come to the library to connect with your fellow writers or to write individually! Feel free to stay all day or just stop by fo... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 9 2024 Sat Novel November Write-In 10:30am - 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: 45 Event Details: Skip the scramble for outlets at coffee bars and come to the library to connect with your fellow writers or to write individually! Feel free to stay all day or just stop by for a quick visit. 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. Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable (Buy. Eat. Live Healthy) Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 12:30pm - 2:00pm 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 9 2024 Sat Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable (Buy. Eat. Live Healthy) 12:30pm - 2:00pm 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Community Crafting - Thank You Project Letters Saturday, November 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: We'll spend time thinking about the people in our lives who have impacted us and helped us grow and/or change so we can create letters of gratitude we can send to them. Some materi... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 9 2024 Sat Community Crafting - Thank You Project Letters 2:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 45 Event Details: We'll spend time thinking about the people in our lives who have impacted us and helped us grow and/or change so we can create letters of gratitude we can send to them.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Take and Make: Book Hedgehogs All Day 11/11 - 11/13 Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Age Group: Adults Event Details: Stop by the Forest Avenue Library and pick up materials to create a book hedgehog. While supplies last. This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 11 - 13 2024 Take and Make: Book Hedgehogs All Day 11/11 - 11/13 Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Event Details: Stop by the Forest Avenue Library and pick up materials to create a book hedgehog. While supplies last.
This event is in the "Children" group. Dinovember Take & Make All Day 11/11 - 11/16 East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Age Group: Children Event Details: Celebrate Dinovember with a month-long Take and Make adventure at the library! Pick up your Dinovember kit filled with fun, dino-themed activities that will keep young paleontologi... This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 11 - 16 2024 Dinovember Take & Make All Day 11/11 - 11/16 Library Branch: East Side Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Event Details: Celebrate Dinovember with a month-long Take and Make adventure at the library! Pick up your Dinovember kit filled with fun, dino-themed activities that will keep young paleontologists busy all month long. 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: Dinosaurs All Day 11/11 - 11/24 Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Come to the Central Youth area to find all the dinosaurs! Read about our prehistoric pals, and when you've found them all, stop at the Youth desk to pick out your prize! ... This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 11 - 24 2024 I Spy: Dinosaurs All Day 11/11 - 11/24 Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Come to the Central Youth area to find all the dinosaurs! Read about our prehistoric pals, and when you've found them all, stop at the Youth desk to pick out your prize! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Toddler Storytime Monday, November 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Nov 11 2024 Mon Toddler Storytime 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: Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months. 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. Preschool Storytime Monday, November 11, 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. Nov 11 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 "Adults" group. Franklin Afternoon Book Discussion Monday, November 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Event Details: November's selection is Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane. The Franklin Afternoon Book Discussion is a regularly scheduled book club .meeting on the second Monday of the month... This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 11 2024 Mon Franklin Afternoon Book Discussion 1:00pm - 2:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: November's selection is Small Mercies by Dennis Lehane.
