This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Central Library Architectural Tour 11:00am–12:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Central Library Architectural Tour 11:00am–12:00pm Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Take a behind the scenes tour of the Central Library to help us celebrate the 20th birthday for the building.
This event is in the "Children" group Apr 7 2026 Tue ASAP Tuesdays: Drumming + Barnstormers 3:30pm–4:30pm Children East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group Apr 7 2026 Tue ASAP Tuesdays: Drumming + Barnstormers 3:30pm–4:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Bring the beat to ASAP's drumming class! Try your hand at drumming and learn all about beats, rhythms, and more from a professional drummer, all while making music with others. 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 "Children" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Movie Watch Party : How to Train Your Dragon 3:30pm–5:00pm Children Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Movie Watch Party : How to Train Your Dragon 3:30pm–5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Movies Event Details: As an ancient threat endangers both Vikings and dragons alike on the isle of Berk, the friendship between Hiccup, an inventive Viking, and Toothless, a Night Fury dragon, becomes the key to both species forging a new future together. 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Game On! 4:00pm–5:00pm Children, Teens North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Game On! 4:00pm–5:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: It's game on after school at North Side! Hang out in the meeting room with snacks and a wide variety of games. Play Nintendo Switch on the big screen, or enjoy checkers, Connect 4, Exploding Kittens, and more! 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 Apr 7 2026 Tue 3D Printer Training Class 5:00pm–6:00pm Adults Central Library Tech Central Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 7 2026 Tue 3D Printer Training Class 5:00pm–6:00pm Central Library Tech Central Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Registration Required Event Details: Learn how to use the Bambu X-1 Carbon filament 3D printer and the Formlabs Form 3 resin 3D printer. Participants will learn how to use the free software to prepare their 3D files for printing at the library. 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 Apr 7 2026 Tue Support Group for Families of People with Dementia 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults East Side Large Study Room This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Support Group for Families of People with Dementia 6:00pm–7:00pm East Side Large Study Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Large Study Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: It's hard to watch loved ones develop dementia. Join others in a supportive space. This group offers: 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 Apr 7 2026 Tue Women & Money 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 7 2026 Tue Women & Money 6:00pm–7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join us at the East Side Library for Women & Money to celebrate Financial Literacy Month. 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 Apr 7 2026 Tue AViD Presents: Julia Quinn 7:00pm–9:00pm Adults, All Ages Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 7 2026 Tue AViD Presents: Julia Quinn 7:00pm–9:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Author Visits Event Details: #1 New York Times bestseller Julia Quinn is the author of the wildly popular Bridgerton novels, which were the basis for the
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Baby Rhyme Time 9:30am–10:00am Birth-Preschool Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Apr 8 2026 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 Apr 8 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 Apr 8 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 Apr 8 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 Apr 8 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 Apr 8 2026 Wed Family Storytime 10:15am–10:45am Birth-Preschool Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Apr 8 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 "Birth-Preschool" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement 10:15am–10:45am Birth-Preschool Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Apr 8 2026 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 "All Ages" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Central Library's 20th Birthday Bash 2:00pm–4:00pm All Ages Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Central Library's 20th Birthday Bash 2:00pm–4:00pm 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: Educational Event Details: Celebrate the Central Library building at 1000 Grand turning 20 years old! Hear from DMPL's new library director, enjoy refreshments, take your picture at the photo wall, and explore displays about the library's history.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 8 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Art Trading Cards 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Teens North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 8 2026 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Art Trading Cards 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: Calling all collectors! Join ASAP for a fun trading card workshop, where participants will get to design, print, and create your very own trading cards to play and trade with friends. 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 Apr 8 2026 Wed VolunTeen Work Time 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 8 2026 Wed VolunTeen 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 "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Apr 8 2026 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 Apr 8 2026 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 "All Ages" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Make n' Mend Meetup 5:00pm–7:00pm All Ages East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Make n' Mend Meetup 5:00pm–7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Drop in for a couple hours to work on your latest craft or mending project. A sewing machine will be available for use. Please bring your own supplies and projects with you.
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Des Moines Public Library: The First 160 Years 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Des Moines Public Library: The First 160 Years 6:00pm–7:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: The Des Moines Public Library has been serving the community for 160 years.
This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Death Café 6:30pm–7:45pm Adults Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 8 2026 Wed Death Café 6:30pm–7:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, 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 "Birth-Preschool" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Birth-Preschool South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Apr 9 2026 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, music, and fun activities!
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Wiggles and Giggles 10:15am–10:45am Birth-Preschool Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Wiggles and Giggles 10:15am–10:45am 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: Enjoy a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming! 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 Apr 9 2026 Thu Chair Yoga 12:00pm–12:30pm Adults Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Chair Yoga 12:00pm–12:30pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Join yoga instructor, Lily Allen-Duenas, for chair yoga at the Forest Avenue Library! No experience needed! No yoga mats or props are needed. Just bring yourself! 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 Apr 9 2026 Thu Central Library Architectural Tour 2:00pm–3:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Apr 9 2026 Thu Central Library Architectural Tour 2:00pm–3:00pm Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Take a behind the scenes tour of the Central Library to help us celebrate the 20th birthday for the building.
