This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Read to a Pet with ARL TheraPets Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Join us at South Side Library to learn about and read to a therapy pet. Youth and their caregivers will have the opportunity to ask questions, practice reading, and, of course, pet... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 9 2024 Thu Read to a Pet with ARL TheraPets 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: Join us at South Side Library to learn about and read to a therapy pet. 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 "Teens" group. ASAP Mondays: Hip Hop Dance Monday, May 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens Event Details: Join us Mondays 4–5 p.m. this Spring for a weekly program in Hip Hop dance, choreography, cultural history, and more, with the After School Arts Program (ASAP) and teaching artist ... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. May 13 2024 Mon ASAP Mondays: Hip Hop Dance 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Join us Mondays 4–5 p.m. this Spring for a weekly program in Hip Hop dance, choreography, cultural history, and more, with the After School Arts Program (ASAP) and teaching artist Mia of Creative Netwerk. 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. Printmaking Workshop: Collagraphy Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for an immersive exploration of collagraphy, a fascinating printmaking technique that combines elements of collage and graphic design. In this workshop, you’ll learn h... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. May 13 2024 Mon Printmaking Workshop: Collagraphy 6:00pm - 7:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Join us for an immersive exploration of collagraphy, a fascinating printmaking technique that combines elements of collage and graphic design. 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. 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Become familiar with the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and the differences between normal aging, hear from people who have the disease, and find out how to recognize the ... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 14 2024 Tue 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's 2:00pm - 3:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Become familiar with the 10 warning signs of Alzheimer’s disease and the differences between normal aging, hear from people who have the disease, and find out how to recognize the signs in yourself and others. 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. DSM LGBTQ+ Grief Circle Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Study Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: The DSM LGBTQ+ Grief circle meets in person every third Thursday of the month from 6pm-7:30pm in Study Room 1 at the Central Library located in downtown Des Moines. This is a no-co... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 16 2024 Thu DSM LGBTQ+ Grief Circle 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: The DSM LGBTQ+ Grief circle meets in person every third Thursday of the month from 6pm-7:30pm in Study Room 1 at the Central Library located in downtown Des Moines.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Friday, May 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults 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 re... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 17 2024 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Cafe Gallery 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Monday, May 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults 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 re... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 20 2024 Mon The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Cafe Gallery 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group. ASAP Mondays: Hip Hop Dance Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens Event Details: Join us Mondays 4–5 p.m. this Spring for a weekly program in Hip Hop dance, choreography, cultural history, and more, with the After School Arts Program (ASAP) and teaching artist ... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. May 20 2024 Mon ASAP Mondays: Hip Hop Dance 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Join us Mondays 4–5 p.m. this Spring for a weekly program in Hip Hop dance, choreography, cultural history, and more, with the After School Arts Program (ASAP) and teaching artist Mia of Creative Netwerk. 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Art 101: Charcoal Portraits Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Join artist and library staff member Fueche Vang as we dive into charcoal portrait drawing. Learn about concepts such as facial features, perspective, lighting and more! Basic mate... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. May 20 2024 Mon Art 101: Charcoal Portraits 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Join artist and library staff member Fueche Vang as we dive into charcoal portrait drawing. Learn about concepts such as facial features, perspective, lighting and more! Basic materials such as paper, charcoal, and erasers will be provided. 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 "Children" group. Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Do you love animals? Then visit Central Library to practice reading with and learn about an ARL TheraPet! Engaging with animals is a great way to boost confidence and reduce anxiet... This event is in the "Children" group. May 21 2024 Tue Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Event Details: Do you love animals? Then visit Central Library to practice reading with and learn about an ARL TheraPet! Engaging with animals is a great way to boost confidence and reduce anxiety around learning to read! 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Mindfulness Meditation Presented by Supportive Services for Veteran Families Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: This program will include a brief overview of where Mindfulness Meditation comes from and why we do it, followed by a 20 minute sitting practice with time for Q&A afterwar... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 22 2024 Wed Mindfulness Meditation Presented by Supportive Services for Veteran Families 1:30pm - 2:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: This program will include a brief overview of where Mindfulness Meditation comes from and why we do it, followed by a 20 minute sitting practice with time for Q&A afterwards. Chair seating will be available.
This event is in the "Teens" group. The Art of Expression: Mandala Scratch Art Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens Event Details: The Art of Expression is a monthly program for teens to learn and create different types of art in a relaxed atmosphere. On May 22, join us in creating Mandala Scratch Art... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. May 22 2024 Wed The Art of Expression: Mandala Scratch Art 5:00pm - 6:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: The Art of Expression is a monthly program for teens to learn and create different types of art in a relaxed atmosphere.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Friday, May 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults 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 re... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 24 2024 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Cafe Gallery 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Memory Cafe Friday, May 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Memory Cafés provide a welcoming social gathering for people living with dementia and their care partners, focusing on person-centered care for those living with dementia. We'll be... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 24 2024 Fri Memory Cafe 2:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Memory Cafés provide a welcoming social gathering for people living with dementia and their care partners, focusing on person-centered care for those living with dementia.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Tippi Toes Dance Class Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Tippi Toes is coming back 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... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. May 25 2024 Sat Tippi Toes Dance Class 10:30am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Tippi Toes is coming back 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Perennial Plant Exchange Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Looking to add some pollinator plants to your garden? Come to this event and exchange perennial plants with other gardeners. Attendees are not required to bring plant... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 25 2024 Sat Perennial Plant Exchange 1:00pm - 3:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Looking to add some pollinator plants to your garden? Come to this event and exchange perennial plants with other gardeners. 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. Board Game Exchange! Saturday, May 25, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Do you have any board games that have been gathering dust lately? Wishing you could trade them for ones that are new to you? Bring your gently used board games to the South... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 25 2024 Sat Board Game Exchange! 2:00pm - 3:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Do you have any board games that have been gathering dust lately? Wishing you could trade them for ones that are new to you? 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. Furry Tales Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm North Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Event Details: Visit North Side and read to a furry friend from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa's Therapets program! This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. May 29 2024 Wed Furry Tales 5:00pm - 6:00pm Library Branch: North Side Library Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Visit North Side and read to a furry friend from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa's Therapets program! 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 "Children" group. Bike Helmet Safety & Decoration Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children Event Details: Bike Safety is important in keeping everybody safe on the roads! Children will learn basic bicycle safety and be properly fitted for a helmet. Use our craft supplies to de... Required This event is in the "Children" group. May 30 2024 Thu Bike Helmet Safety & Decoration 5:30pm - 7:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 17 Event Details: Bike Safety is important in keeping everybody safe on the roads! 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Virtual Cookbook Club Thursday, May 30, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Zoom Program Room at DMPL Virtual Program Type: Book Clubs, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us from the comfort of your own homes and kitchens for a DMPL cookbook club that celebrates substitutions, creativity, sustainability and independence in home cooking. Prepare... Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. May 30 2024 Thu Virtual Cookbook Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm Zoom Program Room Library Branch: DMPL Virtual Room: Zoom Program Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Details: Join us from the comfort of your own homes and kitchens for a DMPL cookbook club that celebrates substitutions, creativity, sustainability and independence in home cooking. Disclaimer(s) Email Required Please make sure you have entered a valid email address as the online event details will be sent to you prior to the event. If you have not received a confirmation email your inbox, please check your spam folder.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Friday, May 31, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults 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 re... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 31 2024 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Cafe Gallery 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Community Health Education: Medical Power of Attorney Friday, May 31, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: This month, Unity Point staff will explain the importance of a medical power of attorney and help you with the paperwork. Come to the Central Library on the last Friday* of each... This event is in the "Adults" group. May 31 2024 Fri Community Health Education: Medical Power of Attorney 1:30pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: This month, Unity Point staff will explain the importance of a medical power of attorney and help you with the paperwork. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Monday, June 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults 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 re... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 3 2024 Mon The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Cafe Gallery 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Chef: Waffle Bar Monday, June 3, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens Event Details: Curious about cooking? Sharpen your kitchen knowledge at our Teen Chef program and learn how to make a variety of delicious foods. On June 3, we will make homemade waffles... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 3 2024 Mon Teen Chef: Waffle Bar 3:00pm - 4:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 22 Event Details: Curious about cooking? Sharpen your kitchen knowledge at our Teen Chef program and learn how to make a variety of delicious foods. Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
