This event is in the "Children" group Art in the Library: 3D Coral Sculptures Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children Design and create a three-dimensional coral sculpture with ocean creatures using a variety of materials. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group Apr 1 2026 Wed Art in the Library: 3D Coral Sculptures 4:00pm–4:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: Design and create a three-dimensional coral sculpture with ocean creatures using a variety of materials. 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 Days: Cardboard Creations Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Get creative in this class and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. Snack provided for all participants. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 2 2026 Thu ASAP Days: Cardboard Creations 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: Get creative in this class and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. Snack provided for all participants. Disclaimer(s) 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 Grow Native: Learning About Seed Banks Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Join us for an engaging presentation on planting native where you will learn what the native seed bank is, how it supports native pollinators, and how community members can plant their own native garden. Prairie Rivers of Iowa can View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 2 2026 Thu Grow Native: Learning About Seed Banks 6:00pm–7:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: Join us for an engaging presentation on planting native where you will learn what the native seed bank is, how it supports native pollinators, and how community members can plant their own native garden. Prairie Rivers of Iowa can 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 Russian Conversation Club Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults This conversation club is both for native speakers and those wanting to learn Russian. Topics of conversation are meant to be light. Get to know other members of your community, or assist those wanting to learn Russian. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Russian Conversation Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: This conversation club is both for native speakers and those wanting to learn Russian. Topics of conversation are meant to be light. Get to know other members of your community, or assist those wanting to learn Russian. 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 "All Ages" group Birds are in Decline: why and ways we can help Saturday, April 4, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: All Ages Birds are disappearing at an alarming rate — including right here in Iowa. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 4 2026 Sat Birds are in Decline: why and ways we can help 2:00pm–3:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Birds are disappearing at an alarming rate — including right here in Iowa. 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 Franklin VolunTeens Monday, April 6, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Library Meeting Age Group: Teens We are no longer accepting teen volunteer applications for the 2025-2026 school year. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Franklin VolunTeens 4:00pm–5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational, Library Meeting Event Details: We are no longer accepting teen volunteer applications for the 2025-2026 school year.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Central Library Architectural Tour Monday, April 6, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: All Ages Take a behind the scenes tour of the Central Library to help us celebrate the 20th birthday for the building. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Central Library Architectural Tour 5:00pm–6:00pm Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Take a behind the scenes tour of the Central Library to help us celebrate the 20th birthday for the building.
This event is in the "Adults" group Writers' Workshop Monday, April 6, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Join us for the DMPL Writer's Workshop on the first* Monday of the month from 5:30-7:30 PM. Share samples of work and receive feedback from other writers in the group. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 6 2026 Mon Writers' Workshop 5:30pm–7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join us for the DMPL Writer's Workshop on the first* Monday of the month from 5:30-7:30 PM. Share samples of work and receive feedback from other writers in the group. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Central Library Architectural Tour Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: All Ages Take a behind the scenes tour of the Central Library to help us celebrate the 20th birthday for the building. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Central Library Architectural Tour 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Take a behind the scenes tour of the Central Library to help us celebrate the 20th birthday for the building.
This event is in the "Adults" group Women & Money Tuesday, April 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Join us at the East Side Library for Women & Money to celebrate Financial Literacy Month. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Women & Money 6:00pm–7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join us at the East Side Library for Women & Money to celebrate Financial Literacy Month. 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 Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Staff from the Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center 10:00am–12:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Staff from the Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers.
This event is in the "All Ages" group Central Library's 20th Birthday Bash Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: All Ages Celebrate the Central Library building at 1000 Grand turning 20 years old! Hear from DMPL's new library director, enjoy refreshments, take your picture at the photo wall, and explore displays about the library's history. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Central Library's 20th Birthday Bash 2:00pm–4:00pm 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: Educational Event Details: Celebrate the Central Library building at 1000 Grand turning 20 years old! Hear from DMPL's new library director, enjoy refreshments, take your picture at the photo wall, and explore displays about the library's history.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Wednesdays: Art Trading Cards Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Calling all collectors! Join ASAP for a fun trading card workshop, where participants will get to design, print, and create your very own trading cards to play and trade with friends. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 8 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Art Trading Cards 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: Calling all collectors! Join ASAP for a fun trading card workshop, where participants will get to design, print, and create your very own trading cards to play and trade with friends. 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 Des Moines Public Library: The First 160 Years Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults The Des Moines Public Library has been serving the community for 160 years. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Des Moines Public Library: The First 160 Years 6:00pm–7:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: The Des Moines Public Library has been serving the community for 160 years.
This event is in the "Adults" group Death Café Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults A Death Café is a relaxed, welcoming space where people gather to talk openly about death and dying over tea and conversation. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Death Café 6:30pm–7:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: A Death Café is a relaxed, welcoming space where people gather to talk openly about death and dying over tea and conversation. 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 "All Ages" group Central Library Architectural Tour Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: All Ages Take a behind the scenes tour of the Central Library to help us celebrate the 20th birthday for the building. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Central Library Architectural Tour 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Take a behind the scenes tour of the Central Library to help us celebrate the 20th birthday for the building.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Days: Cardboard Creations Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Get creative in this class and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. Snack provided for all participants. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 9 2026 Thu ASAP Days: Cardboard Creations 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: Get creative in this class and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary. Snack provided for all participants. Disclaimer(s) 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 Trees are Terrific with Polk County Conservation Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children An interactive program led by Polk County Conservation exploring why trees matter, how they grow, and how they support people and wildlife in Iowa. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Trees are Terrific with Polk County Conservation 6:00pm–7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational Event Details: An interactive program led by Polk County Conservation exploring why trees matter, how they grow, and how they support people and wildlife in Iowa. Disclaimer(s) Age requirement This program requires participants to be within a specific age range. Please select the correct age/grade when registering.
This event is in the "Adults" group STARTING SMART: What You Need To Know Before Launching Your Business Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Learn how SCORE's free mentoring and resources can help you prepare, plan, and move forward with confidence. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 11 2026 Sat STARTING SMART: What You Need To Know Before Launching Your Business 10:30am–12:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Learn how SCORE's free mentoring and resources can help you prepare, plan, and move forward with confidence. 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 "All Ages" group Sock Dance Party! Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Age Group: All Ages Kick off your shoes and dance at the library! Join dance instructor Casey Keller for a high-energy Sock Dance Party where we’ll learn simple moves and have fun together. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Sock Dance Party! 11:00am–12:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Event Details: Kick off your shoes and dance at the library! Join dance instructor Casey Keller for a high-energy Sock Dance Party where we’ll learn simple moves and have fun together. 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 Russian Conversation Club Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults This conversation club is both for native speakers and those wanting to learn Russian. Topics of conversation are meant to be light. Get to know other members of your community, or assist those wanting to learn Russian. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 11 2026 Sat Russian Conversation Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: This conversation club is both for native speakers and those wanting to learn Russian. Topics of conversation are meant to be light. Get to know other members of your community, or assist those wanting to learn Russian. 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 Glowforge Training Monday, April 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Tech Central at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Age Group: Adults 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. Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Glowforge Training 5:00pm–6:00pm Central Library Tech Central Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Registration Required 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 "Adults" group Herbal Tea Blending Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults This session, facilitated by Sara O'Connell, will highlight a selection of herbs, focusing on their properties and therapeutic benefits. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 13 2026 Mon Herbal Tea Blending 6:00pm–7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Registration Required Event Details: This session, facilitated by Sara O'Connell, will highlight a selection of herbs, focusing on their properties and therapeutic benefits. 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 This event is in the "Teens" group Chess Club Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Gaming Age Group: Children, Teens Join the fun at Chess Club! Chess is one of the world's most popular games and is played by millions of people worldwide. This is a drop-in program where resources will be available to learn to play or come to test your skills with other players. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 14 2026 Tue Chess 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: Educational, Gaming Event Details: Join the fun at Chess Club! Chess is one of the world's most popular games and is played by millions of people worldwide. This is a drop-in program where resources will be available to learn to play or come to test your skills with other players. 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.
