Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

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All Day	This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Scavenger Hunt - July 2023 All Day 7/1–7/31 Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: There is a scavenger hunt for adults to learn about different areas and opportunities at the library and our surrounding areas. If you complete the scavenger hunt, bring it to the front desk for a prize.
10 am			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Science Center of Iowa's BOOM 10:30am–11:30am Children, Teens 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: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Do you like things that explode? Forest Avenue Library and explore the interactions of pressure, temperature and states of matter with an educator from the Science Center of Iowa!	This event is in the "All Ages" group Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K. Davis Center 10:00am–2:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Computer Room Age Group: All Ages 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. 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 Glowforge Training 10:00am–11:00am Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Registration Required 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. 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.
11 am			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Iowa Animals and Tracks with Polk County Conservation 11:00am–12:00pm Children, Teens 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 Room: South Side Library Lawn Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Event Details: Discover what mammals call Iowa home and learn more about them from pelts and footprints and maybe a bone or two. 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 "Adults" group Medicare Bingo 11:00am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join Rosario Manzano as she does a presentation on Medicare. After the presentation, she will host a game of BINGO! 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.
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3 pm			This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Science Center of Iowa's BOOM 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Teens 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: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Do you like things that explode? Visit North Side Library and explore the interactions of pressure, temperature and states of matter with an educator from the Science Center of Iowa!
4 pm					This event is in the "Children" group Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm–5:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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! 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. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
5 pm		This event is in the "All Ages" group Iowa PBS's Iconic Iowa Exhibit Reception 5:00pm–6:30pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Art Gallery Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Exhibits Event Details: Join Iowa PBS for a reception and viewing of their traveling exhibit featuring images by Iowa PBS photographers of Iowa imagery, symbols and landmarks. Users from across the state are invited to submit photos. 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 Discovering Des Moines History 5:30pm–6:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Interested in learning about the history of our great city? Or learning about your little corner of it? Stop by our monthly presentation on Des Moines’ fascinating past. You’ll also learn
6 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Iowa History 101: Immigration to Iowa 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Movies Event Details: Join the Forest Avenue Library for a film presentation from the State Historical Society of Iowa. We'll be watching one Iowa History 101 film each third Tuesday from February until November. 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 Next Steps Ukulele 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Do you already have some ukulele skills but want to learn more? Join us for three weekly sessions of intermediate ukulele classes beginning July 11th. Bring your own ukulele or check one out at the North Side 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. This event is in the "Adults" group You, Me, & Nature 6:30pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: This program shares information on urban wildlife in Central Iowa and provides tips on coexisting with urban wildlife.