This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool 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. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Mar 25 2026 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 "Adults" group Reading Challenge Book Club Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Central Library Study Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Cross climate fiction (also featured on Beyond the Shelves) off your bingo card with this month's book, Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 25 2026 Wed Reading Challenge Book Club 10:30am–11:30am Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Cross climate fiction (also featured on Beyond the Shelves) off your bingo card with this month's book, Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy. 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 Identity Theft Prevention Workshop Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Hosted by BMO, this free program will help you recognize the warning signs of identity theft and fraud, explore the different ways these crimes occur, and learn practical strategies to safeguard yourself. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 25 2026 Wed Identity Theft Prevention Workshop 10:30am–12:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Hosted by BMO, this free program will help you recognize the warning signs of identity theft and fraud, explore the different ways these crimes occur, and learn practical strategies to safeguard yourself.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Wednesdays: Fun With Drawing Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Pick up your pencil and let's have fun with lines, shapes, patterns, and color. Each week we'll make a different drawing project to take home. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Mar 25 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Fun With Drawing 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: Pick up your pencil and let's have fun with lines, shapes, patterns, and color. Each week we'll make a different drawing project to take home. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Art Cart Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 4:00pm - 7:30pm North Side Children’s Area at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Get creative at North Side! Drop-in on Wednesdays to enjoy our large cart of art supplies. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Mar 25 2026 Wed Art Cart 4:00pm–7:30pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get creative at North Side! Drop-in on Wednesdays to enjoy our large cart of art 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Introduction to Reiki Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Teens, Adults Discover the gentle, powerful practice of Reiki energy healing in this engaging and interactive presentation. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 25 2026 Wed Introduction to Reiki 6:00pm–7:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Discover the gentle, powerful practice of Reiki energy healing in this engaging and interactive presentation. 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 Indie Lens Pop-Up Screening: The Tallest Dwarf Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Movies Age Group: Adults Join us for a free screening of Indie Lens Pop-up documentary: The Tallest Dwarf followed by a brief discussion. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 25 2026 Wed Indie Lens Pop-Up Screening: The Tallest Dwarf 6:00pm–7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Movies Event Details: Join us for a free screening of Indie Lens Pop-up documentary: The Tallest Dwarf followed by a brief discussion. 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 Preschool Storytime Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers can join us Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for a 30-minute storytime with stories, music, and fun activities! View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Mar 26 2026 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room 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, music, and fun activities!
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Wiggles and Giggles Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 10:15am - 10:45am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Enjoy a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming! View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Mar 26 2026 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: Enjoy a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming! 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 Drop-In Tech Help Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Success Center at Central Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adults Need help with a phone, laptop, or tablet, or another electronic device? Come by the Central Library at 2PM on Thursdays and our staff will work with you to figure things out. This is a drop-in, first-come first-served service. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 26 2026 Thu Drop-In Tech Help 2:00pm–3:00pm Central Library Success Center Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Success Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Need help with a phone, laptop, or tablet, or another electronic device? Come by the Central Library at 2PM on Thursdays and our staff will work with you to figure things out. This is a drop-in, first-come first-served service. 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 Glowforge Training Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm 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 Mar 26 2026 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 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Days: Watercolor Painting Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Teens Young artists, here's your chance to learn watercolor painting from a professional artist! Each week focuses on a new skill or technique: blending, texture, color theory, brushstroke technique, and more. Supplies and snacks provided. View Details This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Mar 26 2026 Thu ASAP Days: Watercolor Painting 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: Young artists, here's your chance to learn watercolor painting from a professional artist! Each week focuses on a new skill or technique: blending, texture, color theory, brushstroke technique, and more. Supplies and snacks provided. 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 Kids Pokémon Card Swap Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Children Are you looking for a place to trade your Pokémon cards? Bring your friends and come to this monthly program with any cards you want to trade. This event is open to children ages 6-18. View Details This event is in the "Children" group Mar 26 2026 Thu Kids Pokémon Card Swap 4:00pm–5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Are you looking for a place to trade your Pokémon cards? Bring your friends and come to this monthly program with any cards you want to trade. This event is open to children ages 6-18. 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 DMPL & Dragons: Thursday Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Adults Dungeons & Dragons is a role-playing game set in worlds of swords and sorcery where players use their imaginations to tell a story and create an adventure together. We usually get together on the third Thursday of each month to play, but View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 26 2026 Thu DMPL & Dragons: Thursday 5:30pm–7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Dungeons & Dragons is a role-playing game set in worlds of swords and sorcery where players use their imaginations to tell a story and create an adventure together. We usually get together on the third Thursday of each month to play, but 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 "Teens" group Gardening 101 Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Teens Join Community Youth Concepts for a hands-on Gardening 101 workshop where middle and high schoolers will plant their own seeds and learn the basics of starting and caring for a garden, from Iowa-friendly plants to eco-smart growing tips. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group Mar 26 2026 Thu Gardening 101 6:00pm–7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join Community Youth Concepts for a hands-on Gardening 101 workshop where middle and high schoolers will plant their own seeds and learn the basics of starting and caring for a garden, from Iowa-friendly plants to eco-smart growing tips. 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 Cuentacuentos: Bilingual Storytime Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:15pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Enjoy children's stories, rhymes, and arts & crafts! Join us at the Forest Avenue Library for a bilingual story hour on the fourth Thursday of each month, starting at 6:15 P.M. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Mar 26 2026 Thu Cuentacuentos: Bilingual Storytime 6:15pm–7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy children's stories, rhymes, and arts & crafts! Join us at the Forest Avenue Library for a bilingual story hour on the fourth Thursday of each month, starting at 6:15 P.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 Play and Learn Group Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Birth-Preschool Bring your littles to our Play and Learn Group, designed for children ages 0-5, to discover, learn and play with different play equipment, toys, and sensory activities. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Mar 27 2026 Fri Play and Learn Group 10:00am–12:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Bring your littles to our Play and Learn Group, designed for children ages 0-5, to discover, learn and play with different play equipment, toys, and sensory activities. 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 Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 3:00pm Central Library Conference Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adults Are you searching for a new job, having trouble navigating a website, or looking to learn a new digital skill? Goodwill is at the library to help! View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 27 2026 Fri Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills 10:00am–3:00pm Central Library Conference Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Conference Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Are you searching for a new job, having trouble navigating a website, or looking to learn a new digital skill? Goodwill is at the library to 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 The Outreach Project Friday, March 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Connect with area organizations for resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 27 2026 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–2:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Connect with area organizations for resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters.
This event is in the "Adults" group Embroider a Hat Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Create a hat that's one of a kind! Use a few basic stitches to embroider a pattern of your choosing onto a baseball cap. Open to all experience levels, whether you've done some embroidery before or are a total beginner. View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 28 2026 Sat Embroider a Hat 1:30pm–3:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Event Details: Create a hat that's one of a kind! Use a few basic stitches to embroider a pattern of your choosing onto a baseball cap. Open to all experience levels, whether you've done some embroidery before or are a total beginner.
This event is in the "Adults" group Student Harmonica Session with Bob Pace Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Performances Age Group: Adults Bring your own or pick up a student harmonica when you arrive. Bob Pace will guide you through the basics of the "Mississippi Saxophone". View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Mar 29 2026 Sun Student Harmonica Session with Bob Pace 2:00pm–3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Performances Event Details: Bring your own or pick up a student harmonica when you arrive. Bob Pace will guide you through the basics of the "Mississippi Saxophone". 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 Library Scavenger Hunt All Day 3/30 - 4/4 East Side Rosie's Nature Nook at East Side Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: All Ages Find all of the hidden pictures for a prize! View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Mar-Apr 2026 Library Scavenger Hunt All Day 3/30–4/4 East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Find all of the hidden pictures for a prize!
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Preschool Storytime Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and learn school readiness skills. Afterwards, we will enjoy free-play together. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Mar 30 2026 Mon Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am 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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Toddler Storytime Monday, March 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Mar 30 2026 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.
