This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Kids in the Kitchen w/ ISU Extension Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Children, Teens 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. Aug 1 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, Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 13 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, August 1, 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. Aug 1 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 "All Ages" group. Summer Gardening Workshop Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: All Ages Event Details: This interactive workshop will be filled with presentations to expand your gardening knowledge and the opportunity to ask local experts any questions you have from your gardening j... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 1 2024 Thu Summer Gardening Workshop 5:30pm - 7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: This interactive workshop will be filled with presentations to expand your gardening knowledge and the opportunity to ask local experts any questions you have from your gardening journey so far.
This event is in the "Children" group. Art Club: Open Studio Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Age Group: Children Event Details: Come to open art studio to create works of art with a variety of supplies. Have fun expressing your ideas and take home your creations! This event is in the "Children" group. Aug 1 2024 Thu Art Club: Open Studio 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: Come to open art studio to create works of art with a variety of supplies. Have fun expressing your ideas and take home your creations! 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. The Outreach Project Friday, August 2, 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. Aug 2 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Sit n' Stitch Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Spend a few hours with other crafters and work on your knit, crochet, or needle craft projects. Please bring your own supplies and projects with you. Pleasant company is provided t... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 3 2024 Sat Sit n' Stitch 1:30pm - 3:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Spend a few hours with other crafters and work on your knit, crochet, or needle craft projects. Please bring your own supplies and projects with you. Pleasant company is provided to share ideas and inspiration! 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. GO Bag: Nature Weaving All Day South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Play & Learn, Take & Make Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Stop by South Side Library and pick up a Get Outside (GO) Bag full of fun activities and crafts to do outdoors! While Supplies Last This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Aug 5 2024 Mon GO Bag: Nature Weaving All Day Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Play & Learn, Take & Make Event Details: Stop by South Side Library and pick up a Get Outside (GO) Bag full of fun activities and crafts to do outdoors! While Supplies Last
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Monday, August 5, 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. Aug 5 2024 Mon The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Cafe Gallery Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: The Des Moines Public Library is partnering with area organizations to connect people with community resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Writers' Workshop 2024 Monday, August 5, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults 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. Email your s... This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 5 2024 Mon Writers' Workshop 2024 5:30pm - 7:30pm 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: 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies. Facilitated by Blank Children's Hospital, each week will feature a guest... This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 6 2024 Tue Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies. Disclaimer(s) Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Play, Grow, Learn! Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers can engage in open play, come and go activities at South. Play, Grow, Learn is an opportunity to meet families with other young chil... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Aug 6 2024 Tue Play, Grow, Learn! 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers can engage in open play, come and go activities at South. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Kids in the Kitchen w/ ISU Extension Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Children, Teens 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. Aug 6 2024 Tue 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, Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 13 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. Buy.Eat.Live Healthy Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join ISU Extension for this 8 week course that supports individuals and families in making healthy choices on a tight grocery budget. Lessons focus on nutrition education, cooking ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 7 2024 Wed Buy.Eat.Live Healthy 1:30pm - 3:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Join ISU Extension for this 8 week course that supports individuals and families in making healthy choices on a tight grocery budget. 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. Des Moines Art Center: Creative Journaling Workshop Wednesday, August 7, 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. Aug 7 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 "Adults" group. Chair Exercise with Grace Fitness Wednesday, August 7, 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 levels welcome! This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 7 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 levels welcome!
This event is in the "Adults" group. NFC's Journey to Homeownership Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join Bridgett Robinson, Neighborhood Finance Corporation’s Diversity and Inclusion Mortgage Loan Originator and Outreach Coordinator, along with community panelists, as they help n... This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 7 2024 Wed NFC's Journey to Homeownership 6:00pm - 8:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join Bridgett Robinson, Neighborhood Finance Corporation’s Diversity and Inclusion Mortgage Loan Originator and Outreach Coordinator, along with community panelists, as they help navigate what Black/African American homeownership may look like tod
This event is in the "Adults" group. Rainscaping Your Yard for Soil and Water Health Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: You can design your yard to hold and retain stormwater instead of losing it to runoff. By utilizing strategically planned landscaping practices (called Rainscaping) at your ho... This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 7 2024 Wed Rainscaping Your Yard for Soil and Water Health 6:30pm - 7:30pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: You can design your yard to hold and retain stormwater instead of losing it to runoff. 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. Kids in the Kitchen w/ ISU Extension Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Children, Teens 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. Aug 8 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, Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 13 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, August 8, 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. Aug 8 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: Insects Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children Event Details: Explore the fascinating world of insects and their bizarre ways of life. Students can go on an insect hunt in their school yard with nets provided. Live insects will be used i... This event is in the "Children" group. Aug 8 2024 Thu Polk County Conservation: Insects 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: Explore the fascinating world of insects and their bizarre ways of life. 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. Gardening with Native Plants Meet-Up Thursday, August 8, 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. Aug 8 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. Reading on the Margins Book Discussion Thursday, August 8, 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. Aug 8 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 "Adults" group. Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works 2024 Friday, August 9, 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. Aug 9 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 "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Friday, August 9, 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. Aug 9 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.
