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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Family Storytime
10:15am–10:45am
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Play & Learn,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Listen to silly stories, sing songs, dance to music, and make art! Join Miss Emily for Family Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10:15 AM. Designed for children ages 0–5, this storytime welcomes all ages to join in the fun.
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.
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
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Cancelled
CANCELLED: Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works 2025
10:00am–11:00am
Central Library Study Room 1
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Study Room 1
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Shorter Works. This group will read and discuss works out loud. Seating is limited. Registration is required.
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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Sep
13
2025
Sat
Drop-in Crafting: Mason Jar Fall Lanterns
10:00am–4:00pm
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:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Make a DIY Fall lantern at North Side! Drop-in to cover a mason jar in Fall colors. Add a tea light and you have a beautiful Fall lantern to enjoy!
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
Sep
13
2025
Sat
Multicultural Fall Festival
11:00am–2:00pm
Forest Avenue Library Outreach
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Library Outreach
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Exhibits,
Performances
Event Details:
Join the fun at Evelyn K Davis Park for a parade and celebration with food, entertainment, and community! Parade begins at 10:30 AM at United Way Building, 1111 9th Street and finishes at the park.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Sep
13
2025
Sat
Multicultural Fall Festival
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Exhibits,
Performances
Event Details:
Join the fun at Evelyn K Davis Park for a parade and celebration with food, entertainment, and community! Parade begins at 10:30 AM at United Way Building, 1111 9th Street and finishes at the park.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
Sep
9
2025
Tue
ASAP Tuesdays: Watercolor Painting
3:30pm–4:30pm
East Side Meeting Room
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:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Watercolor Painting with ASAP Teaching Artist Laura Todd
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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This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Sep
10
2025
Wed
ASAP Wednesdays: Sticker Factory
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:
Sticker Factory with ASAP Teaching Artist Lunita Eclatt!
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
Sep
11
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
Sep
8
2025
Mon
ASAP Mondays : Drama Games
4:00pm–5:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us Mondays in September at Forest for Drama Games with ASAP Teaching Artist Saige Mayfield.
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.
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Fairy Gardens
4:00pm–5:00pm
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:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Design your own fairy garden at North Side! Bring your own container or use one of ours and fill it with plants and miniature figurines fit for a fairy. Supplies are limited. Registration is encouraged!
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 "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
Sep
10
2025
Wed
Art Cart
4:00pm–7:30pm
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
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Get creative at North Side! Drop-in on Wednesdays to enjoy our large cart of art supplies.
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Sep
11
2025
Thu
ASAP Thursdays: Art Games
4:00pm–5:00pm
South Side Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join teaching artist Lydia Nong for this month's ASAP Thursday classes where playfulness and creativity meet. You'll explore art through games! Snack provided for all participants. Sept 4, 11, 18, 25
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
Sep
12
2025
Fri
Art Gallery Opening Reception - La Lucha es Libre by Malena Diaz
4:00pm–5:45pm
Central Library Art Gallery
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Art Gallery
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Exhibits
Event Details:
Join us as we celebrate the photography of Malena Diaz. Her show "La Lucha es Libre" will showcase a collection of black and white photography.
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
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Sew Social
6:00pm–7:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational
Event Details:
Join us as we meet monthly to work on sewing projects, share skills and techniques, and spend time with fellow sewers at Forest Avenue Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Community Craft Night: Embroidered Constellations
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 September, practice the basics of embroidery by stitching a card with a starry constellation pattern.
This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Sep
9
2025
Tue
Taller de Elaboración de Ofrenda de Día de Muertos / Day of the Dead Ofrenda Crafting Session
6:00pm–7:30pm
Central Library Meeting Room 3
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 3
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational
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 28 through November 2.
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.
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
Sep
11
2025
Thu
Taller de Elaboración de Ofrenda de Día de Muertos / Day of the Dead Ofrenda Crafting Session
6:00pm–7:30pm
Central Library Meeting Room 3
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 3
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational
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 28 through November 2.
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.
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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