This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 5 2025 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 5 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 Dec 5 2025 Fri Study Break with the ARL 1:00pm–4:00pm Adults Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 5 2025 Fri Study Break with the ARL 1:00pm–4:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Event Details: Take a study break at Forest Avenue Library with TheraPets from the Animal Rescue League! With finals approaching, it’s important to manage stress and recharge. 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 Dec 8 2025 Mon Stuffy Sleepover 4:00pm–4:30pm Birth-Preschool, Children Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Dec 8 2025 Mon Stuffy Sleepover 4:00pm–4:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Event Details: Bring your stuffed friend to Central Library for a fun craft before leaving them overnight to get into some mischief! Pick up your buddy the next day and see photos of all their adventures. 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. 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 Dec 9 2025 Tue Tween & Teen Chef: No Bake Pumpkin Pie 3:30pm–5:00pm Children, Teens North Side Meeting Room Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 9 2025 Tue Tween & Teen Chef: No Bake Pumpkin Pie 3:30pm–5:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Join our Tween and Teen Chef program to sharpen your kitchen knowledge and learn how to make delicious dishes. This session we will make no-bake mini pumpkin pies! 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 Dec 10 2025 Wed VolunTEENS Work Time 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Dec 10 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 Dec 12 2025 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 12 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 Dec 12 2025 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 12 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 "Children" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm–5:00pm Children Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Children" group Dec 16 2025 Tue Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm–5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Event Details: When you're learning to read, practicing out loud can be daunting! Visit Central Library to practice reading with an ARL TheraPet. Engaging with animals is a great way to boost confidence and reduce anxiety around learning to read. 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. 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 Dec 19 2025 Fri Nutrition Class 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 3 This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 19 2025 Fri Nutrition Class 1:00pm–2:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Set health goals, understand food labels, and find nutritionally dense foods on a budget with Broadlawns Medical Center's dietitians. 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 Dec 19 2025 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Adults" group Dec 19 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 "Children" group Dec 31 2025 Wed New Year's Eve Goodie Bags 9:00am–5:00pm Children Central Library Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group Dec 31 2025 Wed New Year's Eve Goodie Bags 9:00am–5:00pm Central Library Children’s Area Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Event Details: Celebrate the upcoming year by grabbing a New Year's goodie bag at the Central youth desk! One per child, while supplies last. 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Tween & Teen Ukulele Jam 11:00am–12:00pm Children, Teens North Side Meeting Room Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 3 2026 Sat Tween & Teen Ukulele Jam 11:00am–12:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Ukulele players of all skill levels can jam together at North Side! Take your ukulele skills to the next level, have fun jamming to some old favorite songs and learn new songs along the way! 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 Jan 6 - 8 2026 Take and Make: Vision Boards All Day 1/6–1/8 All Ages East Side Children’s Area This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 6 - 8 2026 Take and Make: Vision Boards All Day 1/6–1/8 East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Take & Make Event Details: Start your year with creativity and intention! 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 Jan 6 2026 Tue Create Your Own Vision Board! 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 6 2026 Tue Create Your Own Vision Board! 6:30pm–7:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Event Details: Start the new year with creativity and intention at the North Side Library!
This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Vison Board Workshop 5:30pm–7:00pm All Ages East Side Meeting Room Registration Required This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Vison Board Workshop 5:30pm–7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness, Take & Make Registration Required Event Details: Start your year with creativity and intention. Whether you began your vision board with our Take-and-Make kit or you are starting fresh, we will provide all the materials you need. 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 Jan 9 2026 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 9 2026 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–2:00pm 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: Connect with area organizations for resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Death Cafe 1:30pm–2:30pm Adults North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Death Cafe 1:30pm–2:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: A Death Café is a relaxed, welcoming space where people gather to talk openly about death and dying over tea and conversation. 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 "Teens" group Jan 14 2026 Wed VolunTEENS Work Time 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Jan 14 2026 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 Jan 16 2026 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 16 2026 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–2:00pm 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: Connect with area organizations for resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters.
This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm–5:00pm Children Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Children" group Jan 20 2026 Tue Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm–5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Event Details: When you're learning to read, practicing out loud can be daunting! Visit Central Library to practice reading with an ARL TheraPet. Engaging with animals is a great way to boost confidence and reduce anxiety around learning to read. 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. 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 Jan 23 2026 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 23 2026 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–2:00pm 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: Connect with area organizations for resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 30 2026 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 30 2026 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm–2:00pm 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: Connect with area organizations for resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters.
This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Seed Swap and Giveaway 12:00pm–2:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Seed Swap and Giveaway 12:00pm–2:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Take & Make Event Details: Start planning your perfect garden with help from Nine Square Feet Choose from a variety of seeds, including vegetables, herbs, flowers, and native prairie specie 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 Jan 31 2026 Sat Seed Swap and Giveaway 12:00pm–2:00pm Adults Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 31 2026 Sat Seed Swap and Giveaway 12:00pm–2:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Take & Make Event Details: Start planning your perfect garden with help from Nine Square Feet Choose from a variety of seeds, including vegetables, herbs, flowers, and native prairie specie 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.
