This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 11 2024 Thu Pride and Prejudice Escape Room: The Flight of Lydia Bennet (Session 2) 6:30pm - 7:15pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 11 2024 Thu Pride and Prejudice Escape Room: The Flight of Lydia Bennet (Session 2) 6:30pm - 7:15pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Gaming Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Calling all Janeites and escape room enthusiasts alike! Lydia Bennet has run away with the cowardly Mr. Wickham. Mr. Darcy humbly requests your help in finding them and saving the Bennets' reputation from ruin. Can you discover the pair before they e...
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 13 2024 Sat Family STEM Challenge: Pom Pom Launchers 10:00am - 12:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 13 2024 Sat Family STEM Challenge: Pom Pom Launchers 10:00am - 12:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: The whole family can visit the library and take on our Family STEM Challenge. This month we will have supplies available to create pom pom launchers. Materials will be available between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM. The Franklin Lib... 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 13 2024 Sat AARP Tax Preparation Assistance 10:00am - 3:30pm East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 13 2024 Sat AARP Tax Preparation Assistance 10:00am - 3:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: AARP will be at the library every *Wednesday and Saturday from February 3rd through April 13th to assist the public with their taxes. On Wednesday, 02/07 and 02/14, appointments are limited to 11:30-3:30. All other appointments are between 10:00-3:30...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 15 2024 Mon Be Ready: Iowa Legal Aid’s Community Resource Fair for Disaster Preparedness & Recovery 10:00am - 1:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 15 2024 Mon Be Ready: Iowa Legal Aid’s Community Resource Fair for Disaster Preparedness & Recovery 10:00am - 1:00pm 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: Are you prepared for the next natural disaster? Do you know what types of legal issues you could face during disaster recovery? Do you know what resources are available to assist you in your recovery? This FREE event incl...
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 15 2024 Mon Art 101: Still Life Oil Painting 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 15 2024 Mon Art 101: Still Life Oil Painting 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Health & Wellness Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Join artist and library staff member Fueche Vang as he introduces participants to oil painting. Learn how to prepare, apply, and clean oil paints while working from a still life. Materials will be provided. No experience necessary. ... 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 15 2024 Mon Mushroom Foraging 6:30pm - 7:30pm East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 15 2024 Mon Mushroom Foraging 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: Join ISU Polk County Extension Natural Resources Program Coordinator, Gina Buelow, for a fun-filled program about mushroom foraging. Learn about what fungi are, how to identify mushrooms, and how you can forage safely and responsibly. Get ready to de...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 16 2024 Tue Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 3 This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 16 2024 Tue Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies. Facilitated by Blank Children's Hospital, each week will feature a guest presenter on a variety of postpartum topics, plus plenty of time to m... 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. Apr 16 2024 Tue Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 16 2024 Tue Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Event Details: Do you love animals? Then visit Central Library to practice reading with and learn about an ARL TheraPet! Engaging with animals is a great way to boost confidence and reduce anxiety around learning to read! Children under 10 must have a caregiver ... 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. Apr 17 2024 Wed Drop-in STEM Challenge: Magnet Maze 2:00pm - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 17 2024 Wed Drop-in STEM Challenge: Magnet Maze 2:00pm - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Drop-in to North Side every Wednesday to enjoy a craft or STEM activity! This week, draw your own maze and use a magnet to help guide a paperclip through the maze you create! ... 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 17 2024 Wed South VolunTeens 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 17 2024 Wed South VolunTeens 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: Teens! Do you need volunteer hours? Students ages 12-18 may volunteer at the South Side Library for 1 hour performing various tasks during our South VolunTeens program! This is a great way to earn volunteer hours! All students must submit a V...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 18 2024 Thu Glowforge Training 3:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Tech Central Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 18 2024 Thu Glowforge Training 3:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Tech Central Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use the Glowforge on your own after this program. A library card nu... 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 18 2024 Thu Introduction to the Foundation Directory Online 3:00pm - 4:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 18 2024 Thu Introduction to the Foundation Directory Online 3:00pm - 4:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: Looking for funding for your non-profit organization? The Foundation Directory Online provides access to a database of grantmakers and more, that can help you in your search. Join us for a basic introduction to this valuable resource. Class size is l... 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 18 2024 Thu What Can AI Do for History and Education? 6:30pm - 7:45pm This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 18 2024 Thu What Can AI Do for History and Education? 6:30pm - 7:45pm Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join our talk as we explore the intersection of AI, education, and history. Discover how AI-animated portraits of historical figures leverage cutting-edge technology to create immersive educational experiences and decorate our memorials. Henry Winber...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 23 2024 Tue Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 3 This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 23 2024 Tue Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies. Facilitated by Blank Children's Hospital, each week will feature a guest presenter on a variety of postpartum topics, plus plenty of time to m... 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. Apr 24 2024 Wed Drop-in Crafternoon: Art Cart 2:00pm - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 24 2024 Wed Drop-in Crafternoon: Art Cart 2:00pm - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Drop-in to North Side every Wednesday to enjoy a craft or STEM activity! This week, enjoy our large selection of art and craft 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 "Teens" group. Apr 24 2024 Wed Tech Take-Apart 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 24 2024 Wed Tech Take-Apart 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 16 Event Details: If you've ever wondered what's inside old electronics, now's your chance to find out! Each participant will have the chance to open up a used piece of tech and see what's inside! Use the parts to make a piece of art that you can take home with you an... 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 25 2024 Thu Glowforge Training 3:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Tech Central Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 25 2024 Thu Glowforge Training 3:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Tech Central Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 4 Event Details: Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use the Glowforge on your own after this program. A library card nu... 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. Apr 25 2024 Thu Bee a Friend to Pollinators 5:30pm - 6:30pm East Side Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 25 2024 Thu Bee a Friend to Pollinators 5:30pm - 6:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: Join us and welcome Joel from the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department to learn about bees, butterflies, and other pollinators in our neighborhood and how we can help them thrive. Every participant will be able to make a bee ho... 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 26 2024 Fri Superhero Day 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 26 2024 Fri Superhero Day 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational Event Details: It's a bird...It's a plane...It's Superhero Day! Join us for a day of activities, crafts and scavenger hunt in the children's area from 10AM to 4 PM. All ages 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 "All Ages" group. Apr 27 2024 Sat Día del Niño Celebration! /¡Celebración del Día del Niño! 10:00am - 12:00pm Offsite Event This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 27 2024 Sat Día del Niño Celebration! /¡Celebración del Día del Niño! 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Performances Event Details: Día is an international celebration of the joy found in early childhood and reading. This year, the Des Moines Public Library and its community partners are celebrating together! Join us at Union Park for FREE activities for the whole family: book... 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. 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. Apr 27 2024 Sat Seed Swap and Spring Gardening Workshop 1:00pm - 3:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 27 2024 Sat Seed Swap and Spring Gardening Workshop 1:00pm - 3:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Kick off gardening season by attending a seed swap & gardening workshop. This will be an opportunity to meet local gardeners while learning how to use your gardening space wisely, prepare your soil for success, as well as other vegetable gard...
This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 30 2024 Tue Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 3 This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 30 2024 Tue Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies. Facilitated by Blank Children's Hospital, each week will feature a guest presenter on a variety of postpartum topics, plus plenty of time to m... 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 30 2024 Tue K-pop Meet Up 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 30 2024 Tue K-pop Meet Up 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Do you like all things K-pop? Come to the Central Library every month and bring your photocards to trade, invite your friends or meet and hang out with other fans! Enjoy snacks, other activities, and listening to music. ...
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 1 2024 Wed Drop-in STEM Challenge: Inventions 2:00pm - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 1 2024 Wed Drop-in STEM Challenge: Inventions 2:00pm - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Drop-in to North Side every Wednesday to enjoy a craft or STEM activity! This week, dream up your own invention! We will also have plenty of craft supplies out for you to make a model of your invention. ... Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.