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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.
All Day 7/26 - 7/31
Forest Avenue Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Squishy, floofy, cutie pies! Paint your take-home Kawaii squishies and feast your eyes on some bakery-themed coloring sheets. As supplies last!
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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.
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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 Kid's Take and Make craft bag filled with supplies to make and create at home! These bags are available while supplies last! For youth ages 5-12.
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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
27
2021
Tue
All Day
East Side Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Children’s Area
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Drop-in to make and take an Eric Carle inspired collage today! Celebrate the late author's work by checking out an Eric Carle book while you are at the library.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Jul
27
2021
Tue
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Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Miss Jennifer at Witmer 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!
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
28
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.!
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
28
2021
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
*PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO THE HEAT ADVISORY.* Join Miss Donna at Witmer Park at 10:30 AM for this special outdoor Toddler and Preschool Storytime.
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
29
2021
Thu
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!
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
29
2021
Thu
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Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytimes
Event Details:
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 blanket or chair to the park.
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
30
2021
Fri
10:15am - 10:45am
Online Programming
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Online Programming
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Let's Go Camping! Bring your imagination and join Miss Donna on Facebook as we read books, sing and move our bodies in this playful story time about the world we live in. Ages two and up.
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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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
31
2021
Sat
10:30am - 11:30am
North Side Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Library Lawn
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Educational,
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Get moving outside the North Side Library with hula hooping for the whole family. Mary Boovey, of Sparkle Hoop Dance, will provide hula hoops and music while showing us fun tricks to try out with our hoops!
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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11 am |
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12 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
27
2021
Tue
Cancelled
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:
*THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO HEAT*
Disclaimer(s)
Outdoor Program
This program is hosted outdoors.
In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
26
2021
Mon
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library Gateway Gallery
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Gateway Gallery
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.
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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
29
2021
Thu
Cancelled
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:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Drop-by the South Side Library for our Pop-Up series of fun activities! This week, drop-by the library and listen to a story about colors on our Library Lawn.
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 "Adults" group.
Jul
30
2021
Fri
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library Gateway Gallery
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Gateway Gallery
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.
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2 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
26
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
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Are you a mighty girl*? Ready to become a mighty woman but have questions?
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
28
2021
Wed
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Licensed therapists, Diane and Andrea, will talk about ways to manage feelings related to the changes caused by COVID-19 and thrive in a rapidly changing environment.
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 "Children" group.
Jul
26
2021
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Take & Make
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
29
2021
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Take & Make
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
30
2021
Fri
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Visit the Forest Avenue Library for an epic outdoor slime event! We will have stations set up with various recipes for you to test out and take with you. As supplies last.
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
31
2021
Sat
3:00pm - 3:45pm
Zoom Program Room
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining:
5
Event Details:
Have you always dreamed of Wizard School? Now's your chance to be a member of the faculty! but be warned--there is murder afoot!
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
27
2021
Tue
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library Meeting Room 2
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 2
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
UPDATE: Due to excessive heat, this program will be held in the Central Library Meeting Room wing on the Locust Street side of the building.
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
30
2021
Fri
4:30pm - 5:15pm
East Side Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Library Lawn
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining:
7
Event Details:
Join us for our third EPIC BOOK CLUB on the East Side Library Lawn for ages 8-12. Sign up here and pick up your copy of Sidekicks (copies will also be handed out at the 2nd Epic Graphic Novel Book Club on Friday July 2nd). We wil
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
26
2021
Mon
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Play & Learn,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Miss Janee for a special 30-minute storytime at Nahas Aquatic Center! Participants can listen (and splash) to fun stories and songs. After storytime, families can stay and swim in the pool as long as you’d like!
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 "Adults" group.
Jul
27
2021
Tue
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zoom Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Required
Seats Remaining:
8
Event Details:
Join us on Zoom for the DMPL Virtual Book Club. This month, we will be discussing I'll be gone in the dark by Michelle McNamara.
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
27
2021
Tue
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zoom Program Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
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.
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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
28
2021
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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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