This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 3 - 15 2025 Miraculous Lady Bug Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/3–11/15 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 Nov 3 - 15 2025 Miraculous Lady Bug Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/3–11/15 Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Educational, Gaming, Play & Learn Event Details: Visit South Side Library for a fun Scavenger Hunt! Search the library for all of the items on the scavenger hunt sheet, and turn it in to win a prize!
This event is in the "Children" group Nov 10 - 15 2025 Thank you Letter Station All Day 11/10–11/15 Children East Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group Nov 10 - 15 2025 Thank you Letter Station All Day 11/10–11/15 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: Take a moment to spread kindness! Visit our Thank you Letter Station to write and decorate a thank-you note for someone special. It can be for family, friends, teachers, or anyone you appreciate. 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 Nov 10 - 15 2025 🛼Read and Roll Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/10–11/15 All Ages East Side Rosie's Nature Nook This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 10 - 15 2025 🛼Read and Roll Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/10–11/15 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: Grab a scavenger hunt sheet and see if you can find all the 90s throwback items hidden around the children’s area!When you’ve found them all, bring your completed sheet to the desk to earn a FREE pass to Skate South!
This event is in the "Children" group Nov 10 - 23 2025 I Spy: Wicked All Day 11/10–11/23 Children Central Library Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group Nov 10 - 23 2025 I Spy: Wicked All Day 11/10–11/23 Central Library Children’s Area Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Come celebrate the release of Wicked: For Good and the library's Wicked Party by finding all the photos in the Central Youth area. Once you've found them all, stop at the Youth desk to claim 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 "Adults" group Nov 12 2025 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 Nov 12 2025 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: Educational 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 "Adults" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Women's English Language Practice 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Women's English Language Practice 2:00pm–3:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join other women who are practicing their English in this casual conversation group. We will chat, share coffee, and learn together in this group moderated by a Forest Avenue Library staff member.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 12 2025 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Artful Collage 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Teens North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 12 2025 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Artful Collage 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: Collage artists combine magazine images, wallpaper, and other materials to create surprising new artworks. This month, we’ll make three unique collages—join us and get creative!November 5, 12, 19. 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 Nov 12 2025 Wed VolunTeen Drop-In Hour 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 12 2025 Wed VolunTeen Drop-In Hour 4:00pm–5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Earn volunteer hours by assisting with library programs and projects! Teens ages 12 to 18 can drop in any open Wednesday and volunteer for one hour.
This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 12 2025 Wed VolunTEENS Work Time 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 12 2025 Wed VolunTEENS Work Time 4:00pm–5:00pm Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: If you're between the ages of 12-18 and looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity, give the library a try! We would love to have your 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 Nov 12 2025 Wed Novel November Write In 4:00pm–7:00pm Adults Central Library Study Room 1 This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Novel November Write In 4:00pm–7:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: Keep up your writing momentum this Novel November!Drop in to one of DMPL's write ins and surround yourselves with others while you all try to write your novels. Stay the whole time or pop in for a quick writing sprint! 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 This event is in the "Children" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Art Cart 4:00pm–7:30pm Birth-Preschool, Children North Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Nov 12 2025 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 "Adults" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Books That Will Change Your Life: A Nonfiction Book Club: The Art of Gathering 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 3 This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Books That Will Change Your Life: A Nonfiction Book Club: The Art of Gathering 6:00pm–7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Broaden your perspective, find new strategies for handling life’s challenges, or deepen your understanding of a topic when you join us for a monthly conversation around a life-changing nonfiction book. 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 Nov 12 2025 Wed Social Security & Retirement Planning Basics 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 12 2025 Wed Social Security & Retirement Planning Basics 6:30pm–7:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Whether retirement is years away or just around the corner, this workshop offers vital insights to help you plan with confidence. 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 Nov 13 2025 Thu Volunteer Brunch 11:00am–12:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 3 Cancelled This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Cancelled Volunteer Brunch 11:00am–12:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join us for a Volunteer brunch! Whether you're new to volunteering at the Central Library or you've been helping out for years, we want to show our appreciation and share new opportunities.
This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Drop-In Tech Help 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults Central Library Success Center This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 13 2025 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 13 2025 Thu ASAP Thursdays: Let's Play Ukulele 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, Teens South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Nov 13 2025 Thu ASAP Thursdays: Let's Play Ukulele 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: Get hands-on with music this month and learn the basics of how to play the ukulele. We will provide the instruments — you provide the willingness to try something new! Snack provided for all participants. November 6, 13, 20 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 Nov 13 2025 Thu Novel November Write In 4:00pm–7:00pm Adults Central Library Study Room 1 This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Novel November Write In 4:00pm–7:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: Keep up your writing momentum this Novel November!Drop in to one of DMPL's write ins and surround yourselves with others while you all try to write your novels. Stay the whole time or pop in for a quick writing sprint! 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 "Adults" group Nov 13 2025 Thu Reading on the Margins Book Discussion 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 13 2025 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 Nov 14 2025 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 14 2025 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 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 Nov 14 2025 Fri Novel November Write In 4:00pm–6:00pm Adults Central Library Study Room 1 This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 14 2025 Fri Novel November Write In 4:00pm–6:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: Keep up your writing momentum this Novel November!Drop in to one of DMPL's write ins and surround yourselves with others while you all try to write your novels. Stay the whole time or pop in for a quick writing sprint! 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 Nov 15 2025 Sat Drop in: Puzzle Swap! 10:00am–1:00pm All Ages East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Drop in: Puzzle Swap! 10:00am–1:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Bring a gently used puzzle (with all pieces!) to East Side Library and exchange it for a new-to-you puzzle. Swap completed puzzles for fresh challenges and share the fun of puzzle-solving! Perfect for puzzle lovers of all ages! 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 Nov 15 2025 Sat Russian Conversation Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Central Library Study Room 1 This event is in the "Adults" group Nov 15 2025 Sat Russian Conversation Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: This conversation club is both for native speakers and those wanting to learn Russian. Topics of conversation are meant to be light. Get to know other members of your community, or assist those wanting to learn Russian. 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 Nov 16 2025 Sun Malcolm Wells - Student Harmonica Giveaway With Lesson 2:00pm–3:00pm All Ages Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 16 2025 Sun Malcolm Wells - Student Harmonica Giveaway With Lesson 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: Learn the "Mississippi Saxophone" with Malcolm Wells! Grab a student harmonica when you arrive and join the fun. This all-ages event also includes a chance to win Blues CDs when you sign in upon arrival. 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 Nov 17 - 22 2025 DINOVEMBER Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/17–11/22 All Ages East Side Rosie's Nature Nook This event is in the "All Ages" group Nov 17 - 22 2025 DINOVEMBER Scavenger Hunt All Day 11/17–11/22 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: Visit East Side Library and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the scavenger hunt sheet and win a prize!
