This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu All Aboard the Summer Reading Train! 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Library Lawn This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu All Aboard the Summer Reading Train! 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Library Lawn Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Library Lawn Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Celebrate Summer Reading at South Side Library! Enjoy a train ride with our friends from Choo Choo Rides 4 U and be amazed at the balloon art stylings of Professor Von Air! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. Inclement Weather This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 14 2024 Fri Insects! With Polk County Conservation 10:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 14 2024 Fri Insects! With Polk County Conservation 10:00am - 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: Educational Event Details: Kids and Families! Explore the world of bugs with a Polk County Conservation naturalist! We will even take a look at some live insects! 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 14 2024 Fri Storytime at the Heritage Carousel 10:30am - 11:15am Offsite Event This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 14 2024 Fri Storytime at the Heritage Carousel 10:30am - 11:15am Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Details: Join Ms. Alicia at the Heritage Carousel for a special storytime for the whole family! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. Inclement Weather This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 14 2024 Fri Zoo to You with the Blank Park Zoo 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 14 2024 Fri Zoo to You with the Blank Park Zoo 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Educational Event Details: Come to East Side Library to learn about our city zoo and conservation from a Blank Park Zoo educator. You might also get to meet an ambassador animal from the zoo! 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months. 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. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Art Cart Mondays 10:00am - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Art Cart Mondays 10:00am - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get creative at North Side! Drop-in to the library on Mondays during June and July to enjoy a variety of arts and crafts supplies. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Preschool Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Preschool Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join Miss Jennifer for Preschool Storytime on Monday mornings at 10:15 a.m. There will be stories, rhymes, music, and more. This storytime is recommended for ages three to five, but all children are welcome to attend. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Family Storytime 6:30pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Family Storytime 6:30pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for our evening Family Storytime at 6:30 p.m.! Kids and caregivers can join us for fun songs, stories and crafts. You can even wear your jammies! All Ages Welcome! 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Play, Grow, Learn! 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Play, Grow, Learn! 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers can engage in open play, come and go activities at South. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:15am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:15am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Babies and their caregivers can join Miss Jennifer on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story followed by a short playtime. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time 10:30am - 11:00am North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time 10:30am - 11:00am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Babies, toddlers, and their caregivers can join us on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, lap bounces, and a story. This program is recommended for children from birth to 24 months of age. 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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Sensory Play Hour: Outdoor Fun! 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Sensory Play Hour: Outdoor Fun! 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Come to South Side for an hour of sensory exploration! From cool textures to fun activities, kids can have a great time learning while doing what they do best: playing! This month we'll be doing sensory exploration outside! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. Inclement Weather This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime: Water Fun! 10:00am - 10:30am South Side Library Lawn This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime: Water Fun! 10:00am - 10:30am South Side Library Lawn Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Library Lawn Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers can join us Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for a 30-minute storytime with stories, rhymes, music, and play! This week, we'll pull out our water tables and kiddie pool for some summer fun! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. Inclement Weather This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Wiggles and Giggles 10:15am - 10:45am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Wiggles and Giggles 10:15am - 10:45am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Join us at the Central Library for a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming! The storytime will take place in the meeting room to allow for social distancing. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Pigeon Party Storytime 10:30am - 11:30am North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Pigeon Party Storytime 10:30am - 11:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Bring the whole family to North Side for a Pigeon Party Storytime! We will enjoy Mo Willem's Pigeon books, music, movement, and crafts. Participants will also get to meet Ozzie, a thera-pigeon from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa! 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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon 4th of July Take-and-Make Bags! All Day This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon 4th of July Take-and-Make Bags! All Day Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Take & Make Event Details: Pick up a themed take-and-make activity bag at South Side Library! While Supplies Last
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months. 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. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Art Cart Mondays 10:00am - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Art Cart Mondays 10:00am - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get creative at North Side! Drop-in to the library on Mondays during June and July to enjoy a variety of arts and crafts supplies. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Preschool Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Preschool Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join Miss Jennifer for Preschool Storytime on Monday mornings at 10:15 a.m. There will be stories, rhymes, music, and more. This storytime is recommended for ages three to five, but all children are welcome to attend. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Inside Out Craft Night 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Registration This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Inside Out Craft Night 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Health & Wellness Registration Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Join us at the Central Library to celebrate the release of Inside Out 2 with a craft. We will be making sensory bottles based on the emotions from the films! 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. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Family Storytime 6:30pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon Family Storytime 6:30pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for our evening Family Storytime at 6:30 p.m.! Kids and caregivers can join us for fun songs, stories and crafts. You can even wear your jammies! All Ages Welcome! 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 25 2024 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 25 2024 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 25 2024 Tue Play, Grow, Learn! 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 25 2024 Tue Play, Grow, Learn! 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers can engage in open play, come and go activities at South. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
