This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 26 2026 Fri Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills 10:00am–3:00pm Adults Central Library Conference Room 1 This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 26 2026 Fri Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills 10:00am–3:00pm Central Library Conference Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Conference Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Are you searching for a new job, having trouble navigating a website, or looking to learn a new digital skill? Goodwill is at the library to 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 "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jun 26 2026 Fri Family Storytime at Colby Park 10:15am–11:00am Birth-Preschool, Children Offsite Event This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jun 26 2026 Fri Family Storytime at Colby Park 10:15am–11:00am Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: The whole family can come to Colby Park for a special Family Storytime presented by the Franklin Avenue Library! Bring your own blanket or chairs and join us for stories, songs, and rhymes in the great outdoors. Disclaimer(s) Off Site Event Please note, this event does not take place at the library. Please check the Location Details for the address of the event. Outdoor Program This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 27 2026 Sat AViD Presents: Patrick Bringley at the Des Moines Arts Festival 11:00am–1:00pm Adults, All Ages Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 27 2026 Sat AViD Presents: Patrick Bringley at the Des Moines Arts Festival 11:00am–1:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Author Visits Event Details: Patrick Bringley is the New York Times bestselling author of All the Beauty in the World, a memoir about his decade working as a guard at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 27 2026 Sat Russian Conversation Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Central Library Study Room 1 This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 27 2026 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 "Adults" group Jun-Jul 2026 Take & Make: Patriotic Windsock All Day 6/29–7/1 Adults East Side Children’s Area Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jun-Jul 2026 Take & Make: Patriotic Windsock All Day 6/29–7/1 East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Registration Required Event Details: Let's celebrate summer with patriotic windsocks! A windsock is made up of different materials tied onto a hoop that dances in the wind. We will provide the hoop, colorful materials to tie to the hoop, bells and twine to hang it up !
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jun 29 2026 Mon Outer Space Storytime with Dan Hoy 10:00am–10:30am Birth-Preschool, Children North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jun 29 2026 Mon Outer Space Storytime with Dan Hoy 10:00am–10:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Enjoy a special outer space preschool storytime with NASA Solar System Ambassador, Dan Hoy! Dan will give a short introduction to the solar system and read a space story. Afterwards, there will be a solar system craft to all to enjoy.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Jun 29 2026 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Birth-Preschool East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Jun 29 2026 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:00am–10:30am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months. 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 Jun 29 2026 Mon Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills 10:00am–3:00pm Adults Central Library Conference Room 1 This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 29 2026 Mon Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills 10:00am–3:00pm Central Library Conference Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Conference Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Are you searching for a new job, having trouble navigating a website, or looking to learn a new digital skill? Goodwill is at the library to 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 "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jun 29 2026 Mon Family Storytime 6:30pm–7:00pm Birth-Preschool, Children South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jun 29 2026 Mon Family Storytime 6:30pm–7:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for our evening Family Storytime at 6:30 p.m.! Kids and caregivers can join us for fun songs, stories, and acivities. You can even wear your jammies! Best for ages 6 and under, but all are welcome! 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 "Birth-Preschool" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time 10:00am–10:30am Birth-Preschool North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time 10:00am–10:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Babies, toddlers, and their caregivers can join us on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, lap bounces, and a story.This program is recommended for children from birth to 24 months of age.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:00am–10:30am Birth-Preschool East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:00am–10:30am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Play, Grow, Learn! 10:00am–11:30am Birth-Preschool South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Jun 30 2026 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: Play, Grow, Learn is an opportunity to meet families with other young children and engage in the five simple steps to success - Read, Write, Sing, Play, and Talk. We will have a variety of toys available that promote learning for 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 "Birth-Preschool" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:15am–11:00am Birth-Preschool Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:15am–11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Babies and their caregivers can join Miss Jennifer on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story followed by a short playtime. 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. 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 Jun 30 2026 Tue YSS Outreach Services 10:30am–12:00pm Adults Central Library Conference Room 1 This event is in the "Adults" group Jun 30 2026 Tue YSS Outreach Services 10:30am–12:00pm Central Library Conference Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Conference Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: The YSS team will be providing street outreach services, meal kits that include snacks and water, hygiene kits, survival kits for the weather with gloves and blankets, and central intake assessments. 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 Jun 30 2026 Tue Tween Book Club Pizza Party 12:00pm–1:00pm Children, Teens North Side Meeting Room Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Tween Book Club Pizza Party 12:00pm–1:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Tweens and teens ages 10-14 can join us for a book club on the last Tuesday of the month. 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 Jun 30 2026 Tue Anime Watch Party : My Hero Academia 3:00pm–5:00pm Teens Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Teens" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Anime Watch Party : My Hero Academia 3:00pm–5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Movies Event Details: Whether you're an anime fan or curious to explore, everyone is invited to join the Anime Watch Party. Enjoy popcorn while watching a few episodes from a different popular anime series each month.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Instrument Petting Zoo with Des Moines Symphony 4:00pm–4:45pm Birth-Preschool, Children Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Instrument Petting Zoo with Des Moines Symphony 4:00pm–4:45pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Performances, Play & Learn Event Details: The Instrument Petting Zoo is visiting the Central Library! Children as young as 3 can learn about and practice playing string instruments with Des Moines Symphony's Michele Senger. 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. 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 Jun 30 2026 Tue Family Movie & Craft Night 5:30pm–7:30pm All Ages East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group Jun 30 2026 Tue Family Movie & Craft Night 5:30pm–7:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies Event Details: Join us for a special family movie night featuring The Sandlot, the beloved story of friendship, baseball, and big summer adventures. 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 Jul 1 2026 Wed Baby Rhyme Time: Bilingual Storytime! 9:30am–10:00am Birth-Preschool Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Jul 1 2026 Wed Baby Rhyme Time: Bilingual Storytime! 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: Acompáñanos a nuesta edición mensual de Baby Rhyme Time bilingüe con invitada especial Arlette el primer miercoles de cada mes! 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 Jul 1 2026 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 Jul 1 2026 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 Jul 1 2026 Wed Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills 10:00am–3:00pm Adults Central Library Conference Room 1 This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 1 2026 Wed Career Connection Center: Job Support and Digital Skills 10:00am–3:00pm Central Library Conference Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Conference Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Are you searching for a new job, having trouble navigating a website, or looking to learn a new digital skill? Goodwill is at the library to 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 "Birth-Preschool" group Jul 1 2026 Wed Family Storytime 10:15am–10:45am Birth-Preschool Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Jul 1 2026 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 Miss Emily for Family Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10:15 AM. Designed for children ages 0–5, this storytime welcomes all ages to join in the fun. 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 Jul 1 2026 Wed How to Ride DART 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 1 2026 Wed How to Ride DART 1:00pm–2:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Learn how to get around the area on DART. Registration is required and limited to people who haven't attended this program in the past year. To register, email communityresources@dmpl.org. 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 Jul 2 2026 Thu Wiggles and Giggles 9:15am–9:45am Birth-Preschool Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Jul 2 2026 Thu Wiggles and Giggles 9:15am–9:45am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: This summer, we'll have two times for Wiggles & Giggles! Join us at the Central Library, at the most convenient time for you, and enjoy a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and free play! 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.
