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.

Time	Sun (12/24)	Mon (12/25)	Tue (12/26)	Wed (12/27)	Thu (12/28)	Fri (12/29)	Sat (12/30)
All Day	This event is in the "Children" group. I Spy: Winter All Day 12/17 - 12/24 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Come celebrate winter with a scavenger hunt throughout the Central Library's youth area. Find all the pictures to choose a prize! 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. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.	Closing Christmas All Day 12/25 - 12/26 Branches: Central Library, East Side Library, Forest Avenue Library, Franklin Avenue Library, North Side Library, South Side Library, Off Site, DMPL Systemwide Description: All locations will be closed Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday for Christmas.		This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. STEM Activities All Day Birth-Preschool, Children This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Educational, Gaming Event Details: Visit the library and beat the winter break boredom! Today we will have several different STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) activities out in the youth area. 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. Pokemon Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/23 - 12/24 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Complete the scavenger hunt in the youth area and receive a prize.			This event is in the "Children" group. Play in the Snow Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/27 - 12/30 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: What do you need to play in the snow? Find all the supplies hidden around the library in pictures to win a small prize. Best for ages 6+ 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. I Spy: Winter All Day 12/27 - 12/31 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Come celebrate winter with a scavenger hunt throughout the Central Library's youth area. Find all the pictures to choose a prize! 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. 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. Pokemon Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/27 - 12/31 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Complete the scavenger hunt in the youth area and receive a prize.
10 am				This event is in the "Adults" group. Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology 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 "All Ages" group. Cancelled Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K. Davis Center 10:00am - 2:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group. Cancelled 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. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Furry Tales 10:30am - 11:30am Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" 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: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Visit North Side and read to a furry friend from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa's Therapets program! 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. It's Not A New Year's Eve Party! 10:00am - 5:00pm Children This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: It's not a New Years Eve Party but come and join us in the children's area for some crafts and activities to get ready for that special night. All ages are welcome! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
11 am							This event is in the "Children" group. NYE Toddler Prom 11:30am - 12:30pm Children Registration Required This event is in the "Children" 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: Children Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytimes Registration Required Event Details: Get your fancy clothes out and join us to celebrate the New Year with a Toddler Prom! Join us for a noon balloon drop, take pictures at our selfie station, and dance to music! 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.
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1 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group. Mindfulness Meditation Presented by Supportive Services for Veteran Families 1:30pm - 2:30pm 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: Health & Wellness Event Details: This program will include a brief overview of where Mindfulness Meditation comes from and why we do it, followed by a 20 minute sitting practice with time for Q&A afterwards. Chair seating will be available.		This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm 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 Cafe 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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4 pm					This event is in the "Children" group. Kids Pokémon Card Swap 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: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Are you looking for a place to trade your Pokémon cards? Bring your friends and come to this monthly program with any cards you want to trade. This event is open to children ages 7-18. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.