This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 14 - 27 2024 I Spy: Fall Activities All Day 10/14 - 10/27 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 14 - 27 2024 I Spy: Fall Activities All Day 10/14 - 10/27 Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Come to the Central Youth area to find images of fun fall activities in celebration of the season! When you've found all the images, 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 "Children" group. Oct 21 - 26 2024 Ghosts in Disguise Challenge All Day 10/21 - 10/26 Children East Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 21 - 26 2024 Ghosts in Disguise Challenge All Day 10/21 - 10/26 East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop by the Children's Area and pick up a "Ghosts in Disguise Challenge" 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. Oct 21 - 27 2024 Spooky Scavenger Hunt All Day 10/21 - 10/27 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 21 - 27 2024 Spooky Scavenger Hunt All Day 10/21 - 10/27 Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Find all of the pictures hiding in the children's area to receive a prize.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Oct-Nov 2024 A Special Spooky Scavenger Hunt! All Day 10/21 - 11/2 Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Oct-Nov 2024 A Special Spooky Scavenger Hunt! All Day 10/21 - 11/2 Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Visit South and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the sheet and win a prize!
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct-Nov 2024 A Spine-Tingling Scavenger Hunt All Day 10/21 - 11/2 Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct-Nov 2024 A Spine-Tingling Scavenger Hunt All Day 10/21 - 11/2 Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Mysterious books have been appearing on the shelves at the South Side Library - and we need your help to identify them! Scour the stacks to find the books, then use clues to uncover the title and author.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Oct 22 - 28 2024 Bats! Scavenger Hunt All Day 10/22 - 10/28 Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Oct 22 - 28 2024 Bats! Scavenger Hunt All Day 10/22 - 10/28 Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: We've got a bat infestation at the library this week! Come to Forest to learn all about these nocturnal nightmares! Find them all and win a frightening prize! Best for ages 6+
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue General Election Early Voting 10:00am - 4:00pm All Ages East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue General Election Early Voting 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Library Meeting Event Details: Polk County Elections Early Voting Site satellitevoting_general2024.pdf (polkcountyiowa.gov)
This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Creative Readers-From Book to Art! 4:00pm - 4:45pm Children Franklin Avenue Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Creative Readers-From Book to Art! 4:00pm - 4:45pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Details: We're excited to have a special guest, Michael Halloran, sharing some wonderful Irish stories about Halloween. Children will listen to a story and then create a masterpiece while exploring with art and STEM activities. Ages 3+. 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. Oct 22 2024 Tue LEGO Quest 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue LEGO Quest 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Let's go on a LEGO quest!! Do you love to build? Do you love adventure stories? Do you love problem-solving? 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. This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Sensory Play Hour 4:00pm - 5:00pm Birth-Preschool, Children South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Sensory Play Hour 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Come to South Side for an hour of sensory exploration! 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. Oct 22 2024 Tue Drop in: Ghost Garland 5:30pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Drop in: Ghost Garland 5:30pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: East Side Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us for a spooktacular crafting session! Participants will create their own ghost garland using yarn, little ghosties, and tassels. This is a drop in event where all materials will be provided while supplies lasts!
This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Sewing for Beginners 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Forest Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Sewing for Beginners 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Join us as we learn the basics of sewing in this beginner class. By the end of the six weeks participants will be comfortable with sewing machines and be able to mend and make alterations to clothing.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Taller de Elaboración de Ofrenda de Día de Muertos / Day of the Dead Ofrenda Crafting Session 6:00pm - 7:30pm All Ages Central Library Meeting Room 1 This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 22 2024 Tue Taller de Elaboración de Ofrenda de Día de Muertos / Day of the Dead Ofrenda Crafting Session 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join the Des Moines Public Library & Latinx Immigrants of Iowa to make paper flowers and other decorations for a Day of the Dead ofrenda, which will be on display at the Central Library from October 29 through November 3. 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. Oct 23 2024 Wed Baby Rhyme Time 9:30am - 10:00am Birth-Preschool Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed Baby Rhyme Time 9:30am - 10:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us weekly for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months. 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. Oct 23 2024 Wed Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 23 2024 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: Computers & Technology 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. Oct 23 2024 Wed General Election Early Voting 10:00am - 4:00pm All Ages East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed General Election Early Voting 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Library Meeting Event Details: Polk County Elections Early Voting Site satellitevoting_general2024.pdf (polkcountyiowa.gov)
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed Family Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Birth-Preschool Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed Family Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Listen to silly stories, sing songs, dance to music, and make art! Join us at Forest Avenue Library for Family Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10:15 A.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. Oct 23 2024 Wed Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement 10:15am - 10:45am Birth-Preschool Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Oct 23 2024 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. Oct 23 2024 Wed Mindfulness Meditation Presented by Supportive Services for Veteran Families 1:30pm - 2:30pm Adults Central Library Study Room 1 This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed Mindfulness Meditation Presented by Supportive Services for Veteran Families 1:30pm - 2:30pm Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: This program will include a brief overview of where Mindfulness Meditation comes from and why we do it, followed by a 20 minute sitting practice with time for Q&A afterwards. Chair seating will be available. 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. Oct 23 2024 Wed Drop-in Crafternoon: Halloween Crafts 2:00pm - 7:00pm Children, Teens North Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed Drop-in Crafternoon: Halloween Crafts 2:00pm - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Drop in to North Side each Wednesday to enjoy a STEM activity or craft. This week, we will have Halloween-themed crafts! 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. Oct 23 2024 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Fiber Art 3:30pm - 4:30pm Children, Teens North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Fiber Art 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: Fiber art uses materials like fabric, yarn, and thread with techniques like weaving, stitching, and tying to make cool projects! 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. Oct 23 2024 Wed The Art of Expression: Spellbooks 5:00pm - 6:30pm Teens Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed The Art of Expression: Spellbooks 5:00pm - 6:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 3 Event Details: The Art of Expression is a monthly program for teens to learn and create different types of art in a relaxed atmosphere.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed Fall Author Series: Daniel Kraus 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 23 2024 Wed Fall Author Series: Daniel Kraus 7:00pm - 9:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author Visits Event Details: Just in time for Halloween, best-selling author Daniel Kraus will discuss his newest novel, Pay the Piper&nbs
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Oct 24 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Birth-Preschool South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Oct 24 2024 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, musical activities and take-home activities that prepare your child for school.
