This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Instrument Petting Zoo Storytime 10:00am–10:45am Birth-Preschool, Children This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jul 7 2025 Mon Instrument Petting Zoo Storytime 10:00am–10:45am North Side Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Educational, Storytimes Event Details: Does your child love music? Children ages 3 and up can enjoy an instrument petting zoo with the Des Moines Symphony at this special storytime! Instrument petting zoos are a fun and interactive introduction to string instruments.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Art Cart Mondays 10:00am–7:00pm 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 Jul 7 2025 Mon Art Cart Mondays 10:00am–7:00pm North Side Children’s Area 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: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get creative this Summer at North Side! Every Monday, drop-in to use our cart of art supplies! 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 "Birth-Preschool" group Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time 10:00am–10:30am Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group Jul 8 2025 Tue Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time 10:00am–10:30am North Side Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Babies, toddlers, and their caregivers can join us on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, lap bounces, and a story.This program is recommended for children from birth to 24 months of age.
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 Jul 9 2025 Wed Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center 10:00am–12:00pm North Side Study Room 2 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Study Room 2 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 "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Storytime at the Heritage Carousel 10:30am–11:15am Birth-Preschool, Children Offsite Event This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group This event is in the "Children" group Jul 11 2025 Fri Storytime at the Heritage Carousel 10:30am–11:15am North Side Library Outreach Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Library Outreach Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Details: Join Ms. Alicia at the Heritage Carousel for a special storytime for the whole family! 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. Off Site Event Please note, this event does not take place at the library. Please check the Location Details for the address of the event.
This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Mario Kart Tournament 11:30am–1:30pm Children, Teens Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 9 2025 Wed Mario Kart Tournament 11:30am–1:30pm North Side Meeting Room 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: Gaming Registration Required Event Details: Compete to become the ultimate Mario Kart champion! Tweens and teens ages 8–18 can enjoy pizza while racing for prizes in this double-elimination tournament.Space is limited; registration is required. 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 "Adults" group Puzzle Exchange 1:00pm–3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 12 2025 Sat Puzzle Exchange 1:00pm–3:00pm North Side Meeting Room 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: Gaming Event Details: Bring in your gently used puzzle (with all the pieces!) to North Side Library and exchange it for a new-to-you puzzle! Share the fun of puzzle-solving by swapping your completed puzzles for fresh challenges. 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 "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group ASAP Wednesdays: Watercolor Painting 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group Jul 9 2025 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Watercolor Painting 3:30pm–4:30pm North Side Meeting Room 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: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Young artists, here's your chance to learn watercolor painting from a professional ASAP teaching artist! Each week focuses on a new skill or technique: blending, texture, color theory, brushstroke technique, and more. 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 "Adults" group Community Craft Night: Sharpie Coasters 6:00pm–7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Jul 8 2025 Tue Community Craft Night: Sharpie Coasters 6:00pm–7:30pm North Side Meeting Room 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: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Drop in and spend an evening creating something new while enjoying the company of local crafters. In July, use Sharpie markers and isopropyl alcohol to decorate a ceramic coaster with a colorful tie-dye design.
