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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Make a State Fair-style "butter" sculpture using yellow Play-Doh. Create your family friendly entry using current events, themes from your favorite book, movies/television, or clever puns! Cow sculptures welcome but not required.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
All Day 7/12 - 7/14
Forest Avenue Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Decorate your own LEGO minifigure with paint and enjoy LEGO themed activities and challenges to go. As supplies last!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
07/12/2021 @ 9:00am - 07/18/2021 @ 5:00pm
This event is in the "Children" group.
07/12/2021 @ 9:00am - 07/18/2021 @ 5:00pm
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop by curbside or inside the Central Library to pick up a Fairy Garden Kit to make at home with your family! These kits are suitable for children ages 4-12 and will contain some small parts that should have adult supervision. No lar...
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
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Library Branch:
South Side Library
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Stop by the South Side Library to grab a Pikachu figurine and Pokémon materials to take home and color! Items are available while supplies last!
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
13
2021
Tue
10:00am - 10:30am
East Side Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Library Lawn
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Kids and families! Join Miss Maddie outside at East Side Library on the lawn for Sunshine Storytime at 10:00 a.m.! Bring a blanket, chair or tarp and listen to silly stories and move to fun songs outside on the Library Lawn under the t...
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Jul
13
2021
Tue
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Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Miss Jennifer at Woodlawn Park at 10:30 AM for this special outdoor Baby Storytime. Bring your own blanket or chair for rhymes, bounces, puppets, and more out on the grass!
Baby Storytime is recommended for children ages 0...
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Inclement Weather
This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
14
2021
Wed
10:00am - 10:30am
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Kids and families! Join Miss Becky outside at Forest Avenue Library on the lawn for Sunshine Storytime at 10:00 a.m.! Bring a blanket, chair or tarp and listen to silly stories and move to fun songs outside on the Library Lawn und...
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Outdoor Program
This program is hosted outdoors.
In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
14
2021
Wed
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Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Miss Donna at Woodlawn Park at 10:30 AM for this special outdoor Toddler and Preschool Storytime. We will listen to books, sing songs and move our bodies to music. Story Time on the Go is recommended for children ages 2-5 yea...
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Outdoor Program
This program is hosted outdoors.
In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
15
2021
Thu
Cancelled
10:00am - 10:30am
South Side Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Library Lawn
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Kids and families! Join Miss Janee outdoors at South for Sunshine Storytime at 10:00 a.m.! Bring a blanket, chair or tarp and listen to silly stories and move to fun songs outside on the Library Lawn under the trees! All ages are welco...
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
15
2021
Thu
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Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Today's storytime is cancelled due to weather.
Join Miss Alicia at McHenry Park for stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family! The library will provide yoga mats for seating, but you are also welcome to bring your own bla...
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Inclement Weather
This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jul
16
2021
Fri
10:00am - 11:30am
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
Age Group:
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Come to Forest and make a watercolor book! We'll each paint a big sheet of paper, then divide it up and make a book out of it.
This program is intended for adults. While all ages are welcome, kids who will need help folding and tearing thick...
Disclaimer(s)
Outdoor Program
This program is hosted outdoors.
In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
16
2021
Fri
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Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
The whole family can come to Colby Park at 10:30 AM for this special outdoor Family Storytime. Bring your own blanket or chairs and listen to stories and sing songs in the great outdoors.
In case of rain, this event ...
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Inclement Weather
This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
17
2021
Sat
10:00am - 12:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Chúng tôi vô cùng vui mừng giới thiệu một chương trình mới để giúp trẻ em Việt gìn giữ và tôn vinh Bản sắc Việt của chúng em. Cùng hợp tác với Des Moines Public Library, Viet Advocacy mang đến cho quý vị Kể Chuyện Song Ngữ cho trẻ em từ 2-7 tuổi. Mục...
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
17
2021
Sat
10:00am - 5:00pm
All Locations
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
All Locations
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Library Learning Bags: Outdoor Fun Edition
Stop by any of our six branches to pick up a Library Learning Bag. This month's bag will include outdoor-themed activities, as well as a copy of Sesame Street's picture book, Comfy-Cozy Nes...
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
17
2021
Sat
10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Miss Mary in the Central Library children's area to kick off a new Saturday preschool storytime! We will be reading the Sesame Street book "Comfy-Cozy Nest" to coincide with the summer events that the Iowa Alliance for Healthy KIds ar...
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
14
2021
Wed
11:00am - 12:30pm
East Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
Join us for an experimental printmaking workshop with potatoes! We will use kitchen knives to cut our designs and acrylic paint to print them. Create wrapping paper using a repeat of your unique shapes or complete an 8” x 10” Bristol sheet ...
Disclaimer(s)
Indoor Program (2021)
This program is hosted indoors. Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
13
2021
Tue
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Do you want to practice your English skills? Looking to meet new people in your community? Join community members and English language learners at Forest Avenue Library for chats and snacks! Activities are provided to prompt and encourage conversatio...
Disclaimer(s)
Outdoor Program
This program is hosted outdoors.
In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
12
2021
Mon
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
July's title is Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng.
The Franklin Afternoon Book Discussion is a regularly scheduled book club meeting on the second Monday of the month. Titles are selected from various genres and copies of the next month's book...
Disclaimer(s)
Indoor Program (2021)
This program is hosted indoors. Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
15
2021
Thu
1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Side Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Library Lawn
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Drop-by the South Side Library for our Pop-Up series of fun activities! This week, drop-by the library and challenge yourself with our outdoor obstacle course on the Library Lawn! For youth ages 5-12.
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Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Inclement Weather
This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
12
2021
Mon
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Zoom Program Room
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational,
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Are you a mighty girl*? Ready to become a mighty woman but have questions? Then join DMPL and community experts to get your questions answered in this four-session series. Know your body, know yourself, and get empowered!
Session topics ...
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
13
2021
Tue
2:00pm - 2:30pm
Online Programming
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Online Programming
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join After School Arts Program (ASAP) teaching artist E.J. Frye for a virtual art lesson on how to make an ecosculpture in the shape of a hand. Learn how to create a life-size hand out of recycled materials like plastic bags and bakin...
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
15
2021
Thu
2:00pm - 2:45pm
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Bring your children and dance and move your body outdoors on the West Lawn at Forest Avenue Library! Join us and fitness educator Zakiya Jenkins of Grace Fitness for a 30-minute workout session for the whole family! No equipment needed. All ages welc...
Disclaimer(s)
Outdoor Program
This program is hosted outdoors.
In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
12
2021
Mon
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Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Make Sandpaper Art. Bring your imagination and join Miss Donna at Colby Park from 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM for this free, creative program where kids will explore various materials to bring their artwork to life. You may want to we...
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Inclement Weather
This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
13
2021
Tue
3:00pm - 6:00pm
East Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
The Pfizer vaccine is provided free of charge by Polk County Health. Register at https://phciowa.org/covid-19/#vaccine. Walk-ins are welcome.
Plan to return on August 3 for the second dose of the vaccine.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
14
2021
Wed
3:00pm - 6:00pm
South Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Community COVID vaccine clinic hosted by Primary Health Care. 1st dose today, 2nd dose clinic at South Side Library will be Wednesday, August 4.
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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.
Indoor Program (2021)
This program is hosted indoors. Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
15
2021
Thu
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Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Dissect an Owl Pellet!
Visit the Woodlawn Park open shelter from 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM for this free program with Miss Jennifer where children will explore science through activities and experiments. This time we will be d...
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Inclement Weather
This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
15
2021
Thu
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Update: This program will now be held inside Central Library in the meeting room wing. Masks are encouraged.
Join us for some Tie-Dying fun! We’ll provide the all the supplies you need to create beautiful tie-dye designs, including blan...
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Indoor Program (2021)
This program is hosted indoors. Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jul
12
2021
Mon
5:30pm - 6:30pm
East Side Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Library Lawn
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Let's make a mess outdoors with this all ages art program! Join us prepared to get messy with eggshells painting, balloon paints, and more!
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Disclaimer(s)
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 "Adults" group.
Jul
12
2021
Mon
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Zoom Program Room
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
4
Event Details:
Join us on Zoom for the DMPL Virtual Writer's Workshop on the first* Monday of the month from 5:30-6:30 PM. Share samples of your work and receive feedback from other writers in the group.
If you would like to share your writing wi...
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
13
2021
Tue
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zoom Program Room
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Get started on the ukulele and quickly learn to play familiar tunes while having fun! Play your own ukulele or borrow one of North Side Library's soprano ukuleles with your library card. Natalie Steenson will facilitate this 4-week class, t...
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
14
2021
Wed
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Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Miss Alicia at Belle M. Turner Park for stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family! The library will provide yoga mats for seating, but you are welcome to bring your own blanket or chair to the park.
Following storytime, t...
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Inclement Weather
This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
14
2021
Wed
6:30pm - 7:00pm
Online Programming
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Online Programming
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Nate Evans will share his spark story—or what inspired him to step up and make Des Moines a better place to live. Nate founded Woodworking with a Purpose which makes and donates desks and furniture to families in need. When many scho...
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
15
2021
Thu
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zoom Program Room
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Event Details:
Join us on Zoom for the DMPL Virtual YA for Adults Book Club.
This program has limited space and requires registration. After registration, you will receive a confirmation email with the link and password to the Zoom meeting.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jul
15
2021
Thu
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Zoom Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Meeting Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Educational
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
79
Event Details:
Join us for a panel presentation about LGBTQIA+ healthcare focusing on three main areas: how to find LGBTQIA+ healthcare (physical and mental care) and how to access it (a focus on under/un insured), health concerns that are specific to L...
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