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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
I Spy: Women Making History
All Day
3/3–3/16
Central Library Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Visit the Central children's area to learn about some of the awe-inspiring women making history in their fields! Find all the hidden pictures to win 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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
11
2025
Tue
Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year
9:00am–11:00am
Central Library Family Room
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Family Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies.
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Baby Rhyme Time
9:30am–10:00am
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Educational,
Play & Learn,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join us weekly for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months.
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Wiggles and Giggles
10:15am–10:45am
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Play & Learn,
Storytimes
Event Details:
This summer, we'll have two times for Wiggles & Giggles! Join us at the Central Library, at the most convenient time for you, and enjoy a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming!
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
Mar
15
2025
Sat
Little Explorers
10:00am–11:00am
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Bring your young ones to our Little Explorers program, designed for children ages 0-5, to discover, learn and play! Activities will help build early literacy skills through the five Simple Steps: Read, Write, Sing, Play, Talk.
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Cancelled
Cancelled: Mindfulness Meditation Presented by Supportive Services for Veteran Families
1:30pm–2:30pm
Central Library Meeting Room 3
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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.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
14
2025
Fri
The Outreach Project
1:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Glowforge Training
3:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library Tech Central
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Tech Central
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Computers & Technology,
Educational
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Mar
10
2025
Mon
Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets!
4:00pm–5:00pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational,
Health & Wellness,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
When you're learning to read, practicing out loud can be daunting! Visit Central Library to practice reading with 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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
If you're between the ages of 12-18 and looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity, give the library a try! We would love to have your help!
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
10
2025
Mon
3D Printer Training Class
5:00pm–6:00pm
Central Library Tech Central
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Tech Central
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Event Details:
Learn how to use the Bambu X-1 Carbon filament 3D printer and the Formlabs Form 3 resin 3D printer. Participants will learn how to use the free software to prepare their 3D files for printing at the 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.
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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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Dystopian Escape Room Session 1
5:15pm–6:00pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
You and your team have been sent 100 years into the future and have been enrolled in an elite training program for the government that rules over this time, but something seems off with this new world order.
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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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
13
2025
Thu
A Very Special Books That Will Change Your Life: A Nonfiction Book Club: Your Brain on Art
5:00pm–7:30pm
Central Library Outreach
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Outreach
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Broaden your perspective, find new strategies for handling life’s challenges, or deepen your understanding of a topic when you join us for a monthly conversation around a life-changing nonfiction book.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Dystopian Escape Room Session 2
6:30pm–7:15pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1
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:
Gaming
Event Details:
You and your team have been sent 100 years into the future and have been enrolled in an elite training program for the government that rules over this time, but something seems off with this new world order.
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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