Week Calendar

Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers can engage in open play, come and go activities at South. 

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.

Bring a gently used puzzle (with all pieces!) to East Side Library and exchange it for a new-to-you puzzle. Swap completed puzzles for fresh challenges and share the fun of puzzle-solving! Perfect for puzzle lovers of all ages!

November's selection is I Heard Her Call My Name by Lucy Sante.

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.

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.

Join us on the 2nd Monday of every month for our book club. Enjoy good books, great discussions, and meet fellow book lovers. Snacks and coffee are provided! 

Join other women who are practicing their English in this casual conversation group. We will chat, share coffee, and learn together in this group moderated by a Forest Avenue Library staff member.

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.

No parking on the dancefloor—show us your moves and learn some new ones in this fun and active class! Snack provided for all participants. November 11, 18, 25

Supplies and snacks provided.

Collage artists combine magazine images, wallpaper, and other materials to create surprising new artworks. This month, we’ll make three unique collages—join us and get creative!

November 5, 12, 19.

Join ASAP Teaching Artist Jordan Gould and get hands-on with music this month. We will learn the basics of how to play the ukulele! We provide the instruments — you provide the willingness to try something new!

Keep up your writing momentum this Novel November!

Drop in to one of DMPL's write ins and surround yourselves with others while you all try to write your novels. Stay the whole time or pop in for a quick writing sprint!

Keep up your writing momentum this Novel November!

Drop in to one of DMPL's write ins and surround yourselves with others while you all try to write your novels. Stay the whole time or pop in for a quick writing sprint!

Earn volunteer hours by assisting with library programs and projects! Teens ages 12 to 18 can drop in any open Wednesday and volunteer for one hour.

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!

Keep up your writing momentum this Novel November!

Drop in to one of DMPL's write ins and surround yourselves with others while you all try to write your novels. Stay the whole time or pop in for a quick writing sprint!

Get creative at North Side! Drop-in on Wednesdays to enjoy our large cart of art supplies.

Get hands-on with music this month and learn the basics of how to play the ukulele. We will provide the instruments — you provide the willingness to try something new! Snack provided for all participants. November 6, 13, 20

Keep up your writing momentum this Novel November!

Drop in to one of DMPL's write ins and surround yourselves with others while you all try to write your novels. Stay the whole time or pop in for a quick writing sprint!

Keep up your writing momentum this Novel November!

Drop in to one of DMPL's write ins and surround yourselves with others while you all try to write your novels. Stay the whole time or pop in for a quick writing sprint!

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. 

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. 

Whether retirement is years away or just around the corner, this workshop offers vital insights to help you plan with confidence.

Join us once a month to discuss books by underrepresented authors. Our goal is to amplify these voices and experiences while discussing social issues in the context of fiction and non-fiction books.