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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Drop-in Craft: Paper Bag Kite!
All Day
6/9–6/15
Central Library Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Stop in the Central Library for a drop-in craft every week this summer. This week we will make a festive Paper Bag Kite! Crafts will be set up in the children's area throughout the week while supplies last.
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Drop-in Craft: Mini Dino Parachutes!
All Day
6/16–6/18
Central Library Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Stop in the Central Library for a drop-in craft every week this summer. This week we will be making Mini Dino Parachutes! Crafts will be set up in the children's area throughout the week while supplies last.
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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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 in observance of Juneteenth.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Drop-in Craft: Mini Dino Parachutes!
All Day
6/20–6/22
Central Library Children’s Area
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Stop in the Central Library for a drop-in craft every week this summer. This week we will be making Mini Dino Parachutes! Crafts will be set up in the children's area throughout the week while supplies last.
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 "Children" group
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:
June is Pride Month! Find pictures of some great Pride reads in the Youth area to earn a prize!
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 "Children" group
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:
June 19th is Juneteenth! Find the pictures in the Youth area and learn more about the history of Juneteenth to earn a prize!
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 "Children" group
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:
June 19th is Juneteenth! Find the pictures in the Youth area and learn more about the history of Juneteenth to earn a prize!
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
Jun
17
2025
Tue
Cancelled
CANCELLED 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
Jun
18
2025
Wed
Baby Rhyme Time
9:30am–10:00am
Central Library Meeting Room 3
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 3
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
Jun
21
2025
Sat
Little Explorers
10:00am–11:00am
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
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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 "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Jun
21
2025
Sat
Juneteenth Neighbor's Day with DMPL
12:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Lawn
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Author Visits,
Educational,
Exhibits,
Play & Learn,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Join the Des Moines Public Library at Iowa Juneteenth's Neighbor’s Day Celebration!📗Enjoy a story walk and scavenger hunt for a prize.📗Write and draw your own story or comic.
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jun
18
2025
Wed
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
Jun
20
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
Jun
21
2025
Sat
Russian Conversation Club
1:00pm–2:00pm
Central Library Study Room 1
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Study Room 1
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
This conversation club is both for native speakers and those wanting to learn Russian. Topics of conversation are meant to be light. Get to know other members of your community, or assist those wanting to learn Russian.
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 "Children" group
Birth-Preschool,
Children
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jun
16
2025
Mon
Movie Crafternoon: The Wild Robot (2024)
2:00pm–4:00pm
Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Movies
Event Details:
Join us at the Central Library for a screening of The Wild Robot (2024) based on the popular book series by Peter Brown! We will provide a related craft and coloring pages to do during the screening. Rated PG.
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Jun
17
2025
Tue
Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets!
4:00pm–5:00pm
Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3
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:
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jun
20
2025
Fri
Freedom in Freeform
4:00pm–5:30pm
Central Library Meeting Room 3
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 3
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Performances
Event Details:
Calling all poets to Freedom in Freeform.
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
Jun
16
2025
Mon
Cancelled
AI and the Human Future
6:00pm–7:00pm
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:
Computers & Technology
Event Details:
This presentation focuses on the big moral and political issues surrounding artificial intelligence. What exactly is AI? Can it make our lives and our communities better, or is it going to take all our jobs and kill us off?
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
Jun
17
2025
Tue
Frankenstein Escape Room
6:30pm–7:15pm
Central Library Meeting Room 3
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 3
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational,
Gaming
Event Details:
The truth of Dr. Frankenstein's crimes is slowly coming to light. Your detective team has been contracted to find the evidence necessary to convict him.
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Jun
18
2025
Wed
NFC's Journey to Home Ownership (J2H)
6:00pm–7:45pm
Central Library Meeting Room 3
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 3
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Ready to own a home but not sure where to start?
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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