This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon Learn to Sculpt Butter with Sarah Pratt! 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Registration This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon Learn to Sculpt Butter with Sarah Pratt! 5:00pm - 6:00pm 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: Arts & Crafts, Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: We're gearing up for the state fair with a very special guest! 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. 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. 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. Email Required Please make sure you have entered a valid email address as the online event details will be sent to you prior to the event. If you have not received a confirmation email your inbox, please check your spam folder.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon Learn to Sculpt Butter with Sarah Pratt! 6:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Registration This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon Learn to Sculpt Butter with Sarah Pratt! 6:30pm - 7:30pm 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: Arts & Crafts, Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: We're gearing up for the state fair with a very special guest! 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. 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. 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. Email Required Please make sure you have entered a valid email address as the online event details will be sent to you prior to the event. If you have not received a confirmation email your inbox, please check your spam folder.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 1 2024 Thu Summer Gardening Workshop 5:30pm - 7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room 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 "All Ages" group. Aug 3 2024 Sat Gamer Jazz! - Presented by the Des Moines Gamer Symphony Orchestra 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 3 2024 Sat Gamer Jazz! - Presented by the Des Moines Gamer Symphony Orchestra 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: All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: After an amazingly successful run of shows last year, the Des Moines Gamer Symphony Orchestra is once again transforming into a big band this summer to play the jazziest video game tunes out there. 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. Aug 5 - 10 2024 Forest Avenue Book Sale All Day 8/5 - 8/10 This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 5 - 10 2024 Forest Avenue Book Sale All Day 8/5 - 8/10 Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Book Sales Event Details: The Forest Avenue Library is hosting an end of summer book sale! Swing by Forest, August 5-10, to browse our inventory of withdrawn materials and donations from the community. The inventory includes books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, and more!
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 5 2024 Mon Movie Watch Party: Mean Girls (2024) 1:00pm - 3:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 5 2024 Mon Movie Watch Party: Mean Girls (2024) 1:00pm - 3:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies Event Details: Experience this hilarious musical adaptation of the classic teen comedy! Join us for popcorn and a fun activity while we watch Mean Girls (2024). Rated PG-13.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 15 2024 Thu Celebration of the City: with Accent Neighborhood Association 5:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 15 2024 Thu Celebration of the City: with Accent Neighborhood Association 5:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Exhibits, Gaming Event Details: Meet your neighbors and community resources at this all-ages family fun event sponsored by the Accent Neighborhood Association! 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. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 15 2024 Thu Mini Golf & Elvis the Pony: Celebration of the City Outdoor Activities 5:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Library Lawn This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Aug 15 2024 Thu Mini Golf & Elvis the Pony: Celebration of the City Outdoor Activities 5:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Library Lawn Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Library Lawn Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Educational, Exhibits, Gaming, Health & Wellness Event Details: Meet your neighbors and community resources at this all-ages family fun event sponsored by the Accent Neighborhood Association! 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. 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. 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 5 2024 Thu Fall Mushroom Foraging 6:30pm - 7:30pm South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 5 2024 Thu Fall Mushroom Foraging 6:30pm - 7:30pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join ISU Polk County Extension Natural Resources Program Coordinator, Gina Buelow, for a fun-filled program about mushroom foraging in autumn! 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 7 2024 Sat Supporting Friends During Suicide Loss with Sage & Cedar Grief Support 2:00pm - 3:00pm South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 7 2024 Sat Supporting Friends During Suicide Loss with Sage & Cedar Grief Support 2:00pm - 3:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: We don't always know what to say or how to help when we see our friend's pain and grief. Maybe we feel scared to say something or we don't know how to help. We might even say the wrong things. 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. Sep 16 2024 Mon Monarch Butterfly Tagging 4:00pm - 5:00pm North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 16 2024 Mon Monarch Butterfly Tagging 4:00pm - 5:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Visit the North Side Library to learn about monarch butterflies and butterfly tagging with Des Moines Parks and Rec!
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 19 2024 Thu SCI Star Party: The Super Moon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Forest Avenue Library Lawn This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 19 2024 Thu SCI Star Party: The Super Moon 7:00pm - 9:00pm Forest Avenue Library Lawn Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Library Lawn Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join SCI staff and volunteers to observe celestial objects, colorful double stars and star clusters, meteor showers and more through high-powered telescopes! 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. Inclement Weather This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates. Outdoor Program This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 21 2024 Sat Celebrate with DMPL at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival! 12:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Lawn This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 21 2024 Sat Celebrate with DMPL at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival! 12:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Lawn Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Lawn Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Visit us at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival this weekend! Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd from 12pm-4pm in the Children's area Join us for a bilingual Storywalk, games and a chance to win a prize! 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. Outdoor Program This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 22 2024 Sun Celebrate with DMPL at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival! 12:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Lawn This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 22 2024 Sun Celebrate with DMPL at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival! 12:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Lawn Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Lawn Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Visit us at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival this weekend! Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd from 12pm-4pm in the Children's area Join us for a bilingual Storywalk, games and a chance to win a prize! 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. Outdoor Program This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 23 - 28 2024 Banned Books Week: Guess the Banned Book Challenge All Day 9/23 - 9/28 East Side Children’s Area This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 23 - 28 2024 Banned Books Week: Guess the Banned Book Challenge All Day 9/23 - 9/28 East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Event Details: Celebrate the freedom to read and exercise your literary detective skills with our "Guess the Banned Book" 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. 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 "All Ages" group. Sep 23 - 28 2024 Banned Books Week: Photo Booth All Day 9/23 - 9/28 East Side Rosie's Nature Nook This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 23 - 28 2024 Banned Books Week: Photo Booth All Day 9/23 - 9/28 East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Event Details: Join us in celebrating Banned Books Week at our special Photo Booth! This annual event highlights the value of free and open access to information. 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. 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 "All Ages" group. Sep 26 2024 Thu Black Out Poetry with Banned Books 6:30pm - 7:30pm East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 26 2024 Thu Black Out Poetry with Banned Books 6:30pm - 7:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: In honor of Banned Books Week, we're inviting you to participate in a unique creative experience that combines the power of expression with the resilience of banned books. 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. 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 "All Ages" group. Sep 27 2024 Fri Movie Watch Party: Encanto 4:00pm - 6:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 27 2024 Fri Movie Watch Party: Encanto 4:00pm - 6:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies Event Details: Experience this heartwarming musical adventure about family and belonging! Join us for popcorn and a fun activity while we watch Encanto. Rated PG.
This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 28 2024 Sat Crafting a Grief Care Plan with Sage & Cedar Grief Support 2:00pm - 3:00pm South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 28 2024 Sat Crafting a Grief Care Plan with Sage & Cedar Grief Support 2:00pm - 3:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: In this program, we’ll learn about grief care plans, how to create one, and what kinds of resources and services to put in your grief care plan. A grief care plan can be created for an individual, community, or family. 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 12 2024 Sat Model Train Display with DesMoiNTrak 10:30am - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 12 2024 Sat Model Train Display with DesMoiNTrak 10:30am - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Exhibits Event Details: All aboard! Trains are taking over the Franklin Library this weekend! Visit the library to see a huge model train display set up by the DesMoiNTrak mo
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 13 2024 Sun Model Train Display with DesMoiNTrak 12:00pm - 2:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 13 2024 Sun Model Train Display with DesMoiNTrak 12:00pm - 2:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Exhibits Event Details: All aboard! Trains are taking over the Franklin Library this weekend! Visit the library to see a huge model train display set up by the DesMoiNTrak modular railroad club. The N scale model railroads are
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 19 2024 Sat The Adventure Clubhouse Sneak Preview 10:30am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 19 2024 Sat The Adventure Clubhouse Sneak Preview 10:30am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: Visit the library for a special sneak preview of the Des Moines Community Playhouse program The Adventure Clubhouse. This is a special interactive theater program designed for children 4-6 years old and their grown-ups. 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 "All Ages" group. Nov 9 2024 Sat Last Stop on Market Street Sneak Preview 10:30am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Nov 9 2024 Sat Last Stop on Market Street Sneak Preview 10:30am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: Visit the library for a special sneak preview of the Des Moines Community Playhouse production of Last Stop on Market Street, based on the award-winning book by Matt de la Peña. 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 "All Ages" group. Dec 21 2024 Sat December Jazz Concert 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 21 2024 Sat December Jazz Concert 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: All Ages Program Type: Performances Event Details: In partnership with DMPL, the Beaver Creek Jazz Ensemble presents [to be continued] 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.