Event List

We will eat popcorn and do a fun activity while we watch The Mitchells vs. The Machines (2021). Rated PG. 

A middle-aged Chinese immigrant is swept up into an insane adventure in which she alone can save existence by exploring other universes and connecting with the lives she could have

May's film selection is the 1974 Roman Polanski drama Chinatown, starring Jack Nicholson. Discuss noteworthy films at the Franklin Cinema Club, a discussion series held the

The Des Moines Public Library is partnering with The Varsity Cinema for The Varsity Cinema Book Club. Read the book. Watch the movie. Discuss them both! This month, we will b

Experience the whimsical origin story of the famed chocolatier Willy Wonka! Join us for popcorn and a fun activity while we watch Wonka. Rated PG.

See the 1981 classic movie Mommie Dearest (directed by Frank Perry) followed by a discussion about the making of the film and its reception with Hollywood historian A. As

When his sister asks him to look after her son, a radio journalist embarks on a cross-country trip with his energetic nephew to show him life away from Los Angeles. Joaquin Phoenix

June's film selection is the 2009 satire In the Loop, starring James Gandolfini. Discuss noteworthy films at the Franklin Cinema Club, a discussion series held the third Monday

Are you a fan of anime or curious about what it's all about? Join us and make new friends as we view an episode of an anime show, talk about anime and manga, and have snacks! This

The Des Moines Public Library is partnering with The Varsity Cinema for The Varsity Cinema Book Club. Read the book. Watch the movie. Discuss them both! This month, we will b

July's presentation is the 2022 biographical drama Emily, starring Emma Mackey as nineteenth century novelist Emily Brontë. Free Friday Flicks at Franklin is typical

July's film selection is the 1940 Howard Hawks comedy His Girl Friday, starring Cary Grant. Discuss noteworthy films at the Franklin Cinema Club, a discussion series held t

Are you a fan of anime or curious about what it's all about? Join us and make new friends as we view an episode of an anime show, talk about anime and manga, and have snacks! This

August's presentation is the 2014 World War II drama Suite Française, starring Michele Williams, Kristin Scott Thomas, and Margot Robbie. Friday Flicks at Franklin is typicall

August's film selection is the 2011 thriller Margin Call, starring Kevin Spacey. Discuss noteworthy films at the Franklin Cinema Club, a discussion series held the third Mo

September's presentation is the 2003 romantic drama I Capture the Castle, starring Romola Garai, Rose Byrne, and Bill Nighy. Free Friday Flicks at Franklin is typically held on the

September's film selection is Jean Renoir's 1937 war drama The Grand Illusion, starring Jean Gabin and Dita Parlo. Discuss noteworthy films at the Franklin Cinema Club, a discus

Are you a fan of anime or curious about what it's all about? Join us and make new friends as we view an episode of an anime show, talk about anime and manga, and have snacks! This

October's film selection is Christopher Nolan's 2000 mystery thriller Memento, starring Guy Pearce and Carrie-Anne Moss. Discuss noteworthy films at the Franklin Cinema Club, a

October's film selection is Christopher Nolan 2000 mystery thriller Memento, starring Guy Pearce and Carrie-Anne Moss. Discuss noteworthy films at the Franklin Cinema

Are you a fan of anime or curious about what it's all about? Join us and make new friends as we view an episode of an anime show, talk about anime and manga, and have snacks! This

Are you a fan of anime or curious about what it's all about? Join us and make new friends as we view an episode of an anime show, talk about anime and manga, and have snacks! This

Are you a fan of anime or curious about what it's all about? Join us and make new friends as we view an episode of an anime show, talk about anime and manga, and have snacks! This

Are you a fan of anime or curious about what it's all about? Join us and make new friends as we view an episode of an anime show, talk about anime and manga, and have snacks! This