This event is in the "Children" group. Famous Iowans Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/16 - 8/31 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Aug 16 - 31 2022 Famous Iowans Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/16 - 8/31 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Join us in the Central Library youth section for a scavenger hunt about famous Iowans! Find all the info cards for a prize!
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Summer Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/15 - 8/20 Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Aug 15 - 20 2022 Summer Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/15 - 8/20 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Are you sad that summer is almost over? Enjoy this scavenger hunt that will remind you of all the best parts of the season!
This event is in the "Children" group. Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/15 - 8/20 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Aug 15 - 20 2022 Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/15 - 8/20 North Side Children’s Area Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Hunt for dinosaurs at North Side. Find all 10 dinosaur pictures hidden in the children's area to take home a prize!
This event is in the "Children" group. Iowa State Fair Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/8 - 8/20 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Aug 8 - 20 2022 Iowa State Fair Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/8 - 8/20 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Gaming Event Details: Find the blue ribbon, the butter cow and other Iowa State Fair items with our indoor scavenger hunt at the South Side Library! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. Indoor Program (2021) This program is hosted indoors. Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Maker Day Challenge 10:00am - 5:30pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Aug 19 2022 Fri Maker Day Challenge 10:00am - 5:30pm Forest Avenue Children’s Area Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Calling all makers! Can you complete our weekly challenge to build, play, or create? Each week we will have a different activity set up in the children's area and finishers can claim a prize.
This event is in the "Children" group. American Sign Language Storytime with Ms. Alissa and Mr. Jay! 10:15am - 10:45am Children Virtual Event This event is in the "Children" group. Aug 19 2022 Fri American Sign Language Storytime with Ms. Alissa and Mr. Jay! 10:15am - 10:45am Online Programming Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: DMPL Systemwide Room: Online Programming Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Ms. Alissa will be joined for this storytime by Mr. Jay, an ASL-certified interpreter at Capitol View Elementary in Des Moines. We will sing, do some rhymes, and read a story all with sign language interpretation by Mr. Jay!
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Aug 19 2022 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Youth Family Game Night 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Aug 19 2022 Fri Youth Family Game Night 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Children’s Area Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming, Play & Learn Event Details: Visit Central Library for a casual family game night, including the library's Nintendo Switch! The games in this program will be best for families with children ages 5-18. 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. Indoor Program (2021) This program is hosted indoors. Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Indoor Obby 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Aug 19 2022 Fri Indoor Obby 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Event Details: Visit the Forest Avenue Library for an indoor obstacle course. If you think you have what it takes to make it through our messy challenges, come and test your skills. We will have prizes for completion. 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 "Children" group. Epic Graphic Novel Club: The Secret Garden 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children Required This event is in the "Children" group. Aug 19 2022 Fri Epic Graphic Novel Club: The Secret Garden 4:30pm - 5:30pm East Side Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Clubs Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: Join Sam for a graphic novel book club! We will discuss the graphic novel of The Secret Garden and make a fairy garden to take home. The first 3 participants to register will receive a copy of the book to keep!
