This Week at DMPL

This Week at DMPL

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Ongoing

 

Miraculous Lady Bug Scavenger Hunt
November 3-15 | Kids | South Side Library

I Spy: Wicked
November 10-23 | Kids | Central Library

Read and Roll Scavenger Hunt
November 10-15 | Kids | East Side Library

Thank You Letter Station
November 10-15 | Kids | East Side Library

Monday, November 10

 

Groovy Fall Garland Take-and-Makes!
All Day| Kids | South Side Library

Franklin Afternoon Book Discussion
1 PM | Adults | Franklin Avenue Library

Book Discussion
2 PM | Adults | East Side Library

ASAP Mondays: Let's Play Ukulele
4 PM | Kids | Forest Avenue Library

Novel November Write-In
4-7 PM | Adults | Central Library

Glowforge Training
5 Pm | Adults | Central Library
 

Tuesday, November 11

 

Play, Grow, Learn!
10 AM | Ages 0-5 | South Side Library

ASAP Tuesdays: Bust a Move!
3:30 PM | Kids | East Side Library

Novel November Write-In
4-7 PM | Adults | Central Library

Community Craft Night: Decoupage Planters
6 PM | Adults | North Side Library

Wednesday, November 12

 

Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K. Davis Center
10 AM-12 PM | Adults | North Side Library

Women's English Language Practice
2 PM | Adults | Forest Avenue Library

ASAP Wednesdays: Artful Collage
3:30 PM | Kids & Teens | North Side Library

VolunTEEN Drop-In Hour
4 PM | Teens | South Side Library

VolunTEENs Work Time
4 PM | Teens | Central Library

Art Cart
4-7:30 PM | Kids | North Side Library 

Novel November Write-In
4-7 PM | Adults | CEntral Library

Books That Will Change Your Life: A Nonfiction Book Club: The Art of Gathering
6 PM | Adults | Central Library

Social Security and Retirement Planning Basics
6:30 PM | Adults | East Side Library

Thursday, November 13

 

Drop-In Tech Help
2 PM | Adults | Central Library

ASAP Thursdays: Let's Play Ukulele
4 PM | Kids & Teens | South Side Library

Novel November Write-In
4-7 PM | Adults | Central Library

Reading on the Margins: Book Discussion
6:30 PM | Adults | Franklin Avenue Library

Friday, November 14

 

The Outreach Project
1-3 PM | Adults | Central Library

Novel November
4-6 PM | Adults | Central Library

Saturday, November 15

 

Dropin: Puzzle Swap
10 AM-1 PM | All Ages | East Side Library

Russian Conversation Club
1 PM | Adults | Central Library

Sunday, November 16

 

Malcolm Wells—Student Harmonica Giveaway with Lesson
2 PM | All Ages | Central Library

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Children" group

I Spy: Wicked

All Day 11/10–11/23
Children
Central Library Children’s Area
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Library Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Come celebrate the release of Wicked: For Good and the library's Wicked Party 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.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Drop in: Puzzle Swap!

10:00am–1:00pm
All Ages
East Side Meeting Room
Library Branch: East Side Library
Room: East Side Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

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!

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 "Adults" group

Russian Conversation Club

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Central Library Study Room 1
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.

 

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Malcolm Wells - Student Harmonica Giveaway With Lesson

2:00pm–3:00pm
All Ages
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performances
Event Details:

Learn the "Mississippi Saxophone" with Malcolm Wells! Grab a student harmonica when you arrive and join the fun. This all-ages event also includes a chance to win Blues CDs when you sign in upon arrival.


 

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 "All Ages" group

DINOVEMBER Scavenger Hunt

All Day 11/17–11/22
All Ages
East Side Rosie's Nature Nook
Library Branch: East Side Library
Room: East Side Rosie's Nature Nook
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Play & Learn
Event Details:

Visit East Side Library and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the scavenger hunt sheet and win a prize!

This event is in the "Children" group

Thank you Letter Station

All Day 11/17–11/22
Children
East Side Children’s Area
Library Branch: East Side Library
Room: East Side Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Take a moment to spread kindness! 

Visit our Thank you Letter Station to write and decorate a thank-you note for someone special. It can be for family, friends, teachers, or anyone you appreciate.

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 "Birth-Preschool" group
This event is in the "Children" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Fall Scavenger Hunt

All Day 11/17–11/26
Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens
Library Branch: South Side Library
Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Educational, Gaming, Play & Learn
Event Details:

Visit South Side Library for a fun Scavenger Hunt! Search the library for all of the items on the scavenger hunt sheet, and turn it in to win a prize!

This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group

Preschool Storytime

10:00am–10:30am
Birth-Preschool
North Side Meeting Room
Library Branch: North Side Library
Room: North Side Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth-Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and learn school readiness skills. Afterwards, we will enjoy free-play together.