Learn more at dmpl.org/events.
For a schedule of DMPL storytimes visit dmpl.org/storytimes.
*Registration required.
Monday, May 12
African American Museum of Iowa's Mapping Exclusion: Redlining In Iowa
April 1-May 30 | All Ages | Franklin Avenue Library
I Spy: Iowa Wildflowers
May 12-24 | Kids | Central Library
Percy Jackson Scavenger Hunt
May 12-24 | Kids | South Side Library
Toddler Storytime: Juneteenth Celebration
10 AM | 18-36 Months | East Side Library
Franklin Afternoon Book Discussion
1 PM | Adults | Franklin Avenue Library
Book Discussion
2 PM | Adults | East Side Library
Creating Your Social Security Account
2 PM | Adults | East Side Library
ASAP Mondays: Design and Print Custom Cards
4 PM | Kids | Forest Avenue Library
3D Printer Training Class*
5 PM | Adults | Central Library
Tuesday, May 13
African American Museum of Iowa's Mapping Exclusion: Redlining In Iowa
April 1-May 30 | All Ages | Franklin Avenue Library
I Spy: Iowa Wildflowers
May 12-24 | Kids | Central Library
Percy Jackson Scavenger Hunt
May 12-24 | Kids | South Side Library
Beyond Birth: Baby’s First Year
9 AM | Adults | Central Library
Play, Grow, Learn!
10 AM | Ages 0-5 | South Side Library
One-on-One Computer Sessions
10 AM-12 PM | Adults | Forest Avenue Library
ASAP Tuesdays: Air Dry Clay
3:30 PM | Kids | East Side Library
Art Club: Book Page Flowers
4 PM | Kids and Teens | North Side Library
Chess Club
4 PM | Kids and Teens | Forest Avenue Library
Sew Social
6 PM | Adults | Forest Avenue Library
Wednesday, May 14
African American Museum of Iowa's Mapping Exclusion: Redlining In Iowa
April 1-May 30 | All Ages | Franklin Avenue Library
I Spy: Iowa Wildflowers
May 12-24 | Kids | Central Library
Percy Jackson Scavenger Hunt
May 12-24 | Kids | South Side Library
Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K. Davis Center
10 AM-12 PM | Adults | North Side Library
Family Storytime with Iowa Juneteenth
10:15 AM | Ages 0-5 | Forest Avenue Library
Drop-In Crafternoon: Art Cart
2-7 PM | Grades K-5 | North Side Library
ASAP Wednesdays: Cardboard Creations
3:30 PM | Kids and Teens | North Side Library
Sonic the Hedgehog Escape Room
4 PM | Ages 8-12 | South Side Library
The Art of Expression: Thumbprint Collage*
4 PM | Grades 6-12 | Franklin Avenue Library
VolunTeen Drop-In Hour
4 PM | Ages 12-18 | South Side Library
Volunteens Work Time
4 PM | Ages 12-18 | Central Library
Craft-N-Carry: DIY Wind Chime
6 PM | Adults | South Side Library
Books That Will Change Your Life: A Nonfiction Book Club
6 PM | Adults | Central Library
Thursday, May 15
African American Museum of Iowa's Mapping Exclusion: Redlining In Iowa
April 1-May 30 | All Ages | Franklin Avenue Library
I Spy: Iowa Wildflowers
May 12-24 | Kids | Central Library
Percy Jackson Scavenger Hunt
May 12-24 | Kids | South Side Library
Drop-In Tech Help
2 PM | Adults | Central Library
South Side Book Discussion
2 PM | Adults | South Side Library
ASAP Thursdays: Drama Games
4 PM | Kids and Teens | South Side Library
Kids Pokémon Card Swap
4 PM | Ages 7-18 | Franklin Avenue Library
ARL TheraPets
5:30 PM | Kids | East Side Library
Reading on the Margins Book Discussion
6:30 PM | Adults | Franklin Avenue Library
AViD Presents: Abby Jimenez
7 PM | Adults | Franklin Event Center (4801 Franklin Avenue)
Friday, May 16
African American Museum of Iowa's Mapping Exclusion: Redlining In Iowa
April 1-May 30 | All Ages | Franklin Avenue Library
I Spy: Iowa Wildflowers
May 12-24 | Kids | Central Library
Percy Jackson Scavenger Hunt
May 12-24 | Kids | South Side Library
The Outreach Project
1-3 PM | Adults | Central Library
Memory Café
2 PM | Adults | Franklin Avenue Library
Saturday, May 17
African American Museum of Iowa's Mapping Exclusion: Redlining In Iowa
April 1-May 30 | All Ages | Franklin Avenue Library
I Spy: Iowa Wildflowers
May 12-24 | Kids | Central Library
Percy Jackson Scavenger Hunt
May 12-24 | Kids | South Side Library
Little Explorers
10-11 AM | Ages 0-5 | Central Library
Compre. Coma. Viva Sauldable. (Buy. Eat. Live Healthy.)
12 PM | Adults | North Side Library
Russian Conversation Club
1 PM | Adults | Central Library
Sourdough Basics
2-4 PM | Adults and Teens | Franklin Avenue Library
Sunday, May 18
African American Museum of Iowa's Mapping Exclusion: Redlining In Iowa
April 1-May 30 | All Ages | Franklin Avenue Library
I Spy: Iowa Wildflowers
May 12-24 | Kids | Central Library
Upcoming Events
African American Museum of Iowa's Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa Exhibit
Join us at the Franklin Avenue Library for Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa. This exhibit from the African American Museum of Iowa explores the impact of housing discrimination and segregation in the state of Iowa.
Visit the library and find all of the pictures hiding in the Children's Area.
Wildflowers are not only beautiful; they are super important for animals and insects! Learn to identify a few common Iowa wildflowers, then go outside and see if you can find them for real!
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.
Visit South and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the sheet and win a prize!
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
Memory Cafés provide a welcoming environment for people living with dementia and their care partners, fostering a sense of community without the pressure of sharing in a support group setting.
Bring your young ones to our Little Explorers program, designed for children ages 0-5, to discover, learn and play! Activities will help build early literacy skills through the five Simple Steps: Read, Write, Sing, Play, Talk.
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable (Buy. Eat. Live Healthy)
Aprenda a hacer recetas fáciles, nutritivas y baratas con una instructora de Iowa State University - Extension. Durante esta clase de 8 semanas, aprenderá a:
Ahorrar dinero: comprar y gastar menos en sus alimentos.