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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Oct-Nov
2025
Exhibición de Día de Muertos / Day of the Dead Exhibit
All Day
10/28–11/2
Central Library Gateway Gallery
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Gateway Gallery
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Exhibits
Event Details:
Come to the Central Library to see a Day of the Dead ofrenda built by Latinx Immigrants of Iowa in partnership with the Des Moines Public Library. The exhibit includes flowers created by Library visitors throughout October in memory of loved
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 "Children" group
This event is in the "Children" group
I Spy: Dia de los Muertos
All Day
11/1–11/9
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:
Come celebrate Dia de los Muertos by finding all the photos in the Central Youth area. Once you've found them all, stop at the Youth desk to claim your 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 "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group
Nov
5
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
Nov
6
2025
Thu
Wiggles and Giggles
10:15am–10:45am
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,
Storytimes
Event Details:
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
7
2025
Fri
Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works 2025
10:00am–11:00am
Central Library Study Room 1
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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 "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
Nov
8
2025
Sat
Tippi Toes Dance Class
10:30am–11:00am
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,
Children
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Tippi Toes is coming to the library! Our exciting, high energy dance classes are the perfect opportunity for kids to try something new while having a blast and burning some energy! Any child between the ages 2-10 can participate.
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
Nov
7
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
Nov
8
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Nov
6
2025
Thu
Drop-In Tech Help
2:00pm–3:00pm
Central Library Success Center
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Success Center
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Event Details:
Need help with a phone, laptop, or tablet, or another electronic device? Come by the Central Library at 2PM on Thursdays and our staff will work with you to figure things out. This is a drop-in, first-come first-served service.
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
Nov
6
2025
Thu
3D Printer Training Class
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:
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.
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
Nov
6
2025
Thu
Dino-vember Celebration!
3:00pm–5:00pm
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,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Health & Wellness,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Don’t be a fossil - come celebrate Dino-vember at Central Library! Enjoy dino-mite crafts and activities that will have kids of all ages roaring with delight. It’s sure to be a Tyrannosau-rockin’ good time!
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 "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Nov
2
2025
Sun
Celebración del Día de Muertos / Day of the Dead Celebration
4:00pm–6:30pm
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:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Movies,
Performances
Event Details:
Bring your whole family to our Day of the Dead Celebration! Learn about this cultural tradition from Mexico.
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
Nov
3
2025
Mon
Writers' Workshop 2025
5:30pm–7:30pm
Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Join us for the DMPL Writer's Workshop on the first* Monday of the month from 5:30-7:30 PM. Share samples of work and receive feedback from other writers in the group.
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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Nov
4
2025
Tue
Tech Take-Apart
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:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Computers & Technology,
Educational
Event Details:
Discover what’s inside old electronics as you carefully take them apart, piece by piece. Then transform the parts into a unique work of art to take home and display.
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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