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 (9/22)	Mon (9/23)	Tue (9/24)	Wed (9/25)	Thu (9/26)	Fri (9/27)	Sat (9/28)
All Day		This event is in the "All Ages" group Banned Books Week: Photo Booth All Day 9/23–9/28 All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children's Nook Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Event Details: Join us in celebrating Banned Books Week at our special Photo Booth! This annual event highlights the value of free and open access to information. 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.
12 pm	This event is in the "All Ages" group Celebrate with DMPL at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival! 12:00pm–4:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Lawn Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Visit us at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival this weekend! Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd from 12pm-4pm in the Children's area Join us for a bilingual Storywalk, games and a chance to win a prize! 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. 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 Pollinator Palooza 12:00pm–4:30pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Get ready for a day of buzzing excitement at the Pollinator Palooza.
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2 pm							This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Cancelled CANCELLED: Crafting a Grief Care Plan with Sage & Cedar Grief Support 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults, All Ages This event is in the "Adults" group 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 Meeting Room Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: In this program, we’ll learn about grief care plans, how to create one, and what kinds of resources and services to put in your grief care plan. A grief care plan can be created for an individual, community, or family. 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.
3 pm
4 pm						This event is in the "All Ages" group Movie Watch Party: Encanto 4:00pm–6:00pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies Event Details: Experience this heartwarming musical adventure about family and belonging! Join us for popcorn and a fun activity while we watch Encanto. Rated PG.
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6 pm			This event is in the "All Ages" group Taller de Elaboración de Ofrenda de Día de Muertos / Day of the Dead Ofrenda Crafting Session 6:00pm–7:30pm 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 Large Study Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join the Des Moines Public Library & Latinx Immigrants of Iowa to make paper flowers and other decorations for a Day of the Dead ofrenda, which will be on display at the Central Library from October 29 through November 3. 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.		This event is in the "All Ages" group Taller de Elaboración de Ofrenda de Día de Muertos / Day of the Dead Ofrenda Crafting Session 6:00pm–7:30pm 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 Meeting Room 1 Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join the Des Moines Public Library & Latinx Immigrants of Iowa to make paper flowers and other decorations for a Day of the Dead ofrenda, which will be on display at the Central Library from October 29 through November 3. 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group Black Out Poetry with Banned Books 6:30pm–7:30pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: In honor of Banned Books Week, we're inviting you to participate in a unique creative experience that combines the power of expression with the resilience of banned books. 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 "All Ages" group Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration \| Celebración del Mes de la Herencia Hispana 6:30pm–7:30pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Performances Event Details: Come and join us at Forest Ave library to celebrate the Hispanic Heritage Month. A guest singer will perform Mariachi and Ranchera songs. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.