This event is in the "Children" group. Snowman Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/1 - 12/18 This event is in the "Children" group. Dec 1 - 18 2022 Snowman Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/1 - 12/18 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: Visit the Central Library Youth Section for this Winter-Themed Scavenger Hunt!
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Wonders of the World Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/5 - 12/10 This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Dec 5 - 10 2022 Wonders of the World Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/5 - 12/10 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: Travel the world and find the hidden wonders around the Forest Avenue Library! From the Eiffel tower to the great pyramids of Giza, each one includes a fun fact that you may not know? Best for ages 6+ 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. Star Wars Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/9 - 12/21 This event is in the "Children" group. Dec 9 - 21 2022 Star Wars Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/9 - 12/21 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming, Play & Learn Event Details: Find all the Star Wars characters and receive a prize!
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Maker Day Challenge 10:00am - 5:30pm This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Dec 9 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. No School Fun Day! Clay Sculpture Art 10:00am - 4:00pm This event is in the "Children" group. Dec 9 2022 Fri No School Fun Day! Clay Sculpture Art 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Drop into the children's area and create an air-dry sculpture, ornament or whatever your fingers decide to make! Children's area and all ages are welcome.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Make and Take - Coasters 10:00am - 11:00am This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 9 2022 Fri Make and Take - Coasters 10:00am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Take & Make Event Details: Take and Make - Coasters
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 9 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. Nintendo Switch Party! 2:00pm - 3:30pm This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Dec 9 2022 Fri Nintendo Switch Party! 2:00pm - 3:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Join us for a Nintendo Switch Party! We will have games like Mario Kart 8 & Super Mario Bros. Ultimate. Feel free to bring your own Switch or share the library’s controllers. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Furry Tales 3:00pm - 4:00pm This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Dec 9 2022 Fri Furry Tales 3:00pm - 4:00pm 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: 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 "All Ages" group. Art Exhibit Reception - Urban Arts LLC 4:00pm - 6:00pm This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 9 2022 Fri Art Exhibit Reception - Urban Arts LLC 4:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Art Gallery Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Art Gallery Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Join us for the opening reception for Urban Arts LLC at the Central Library from 4 - 6 pm. See amazing art and chat with the artists while enjoying light snacks. This exhibit will run from December 9th through January 13th. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. 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. Shrek Movie Party 4:00pm - 5:30pm This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Dec 9 2022 Fri Shrek Movie Party 4:00pm - 5:30pm 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: Computers & Technology Event Details: Go on an epic adventure with Shrek and his friends across a fairytale land with this classic movie. We will make our own fairy or ogre popcorn and make mini swamp terrariums with 3-d printed figures while we watch! Best for ages 7+ Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.