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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Birth-Preschool,
Children
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Find all the trucks hiding in the youth area and receive a prize.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
I Spy: Playground Equipment
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:
Find all of the playground equipment pictures in the children's area to get a prize!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Passive activity: Bike art for RAGBRAI
All Day 7/8 - 7/24
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:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
RAGBRAI is coming through Des Moines this year, and we want to have bike art on display for the riders stopping by! Visit the children's area to weave a few pieces of fabric into a bike wheel.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
My Little Pony Scavenger Hunt
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Find the My Little Pony characters hidden around the library and win a small prize. Best for ages 6+
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adult Scavenger Hunt - July 2023
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
There is a scavenger hunt for adults to learn about different areas and opportunities at the library and our surrounding areas. If you complete the scavenger hunt, bring it to the front desk for a prize.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Flower Weaving Take and Make
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Take & Make
Event Details:
Come to the Franklin Avenue Library to grab a Flower Weaving Take and Make. We'll provide the twine and instructions - you provide the sticks and flowers.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Animal Tracks Scavenger Hunt
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Library Branch:
South Side Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Kids! 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. For youth ages 3 and up.
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Baby Rhyme Time
10:00am - 10:30am
East Side Meeting Room
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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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Play, Grow, Learn!
10:00am - 11:30am
South Side Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Baby Rhyme Time
10:15am - 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:
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Science Center of Iowa's BOOM
10:30am - 11:30am
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:
Educational
Event Details:
Do you like things that explode? Forest Avenue Library and explore the interactions of pressure, temperature and states of matter with an educator from the Science Center of Iowa!
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time
10:30am - 11:00am
North Side Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Iowa Animals and Tracks with Polk County Conservation
11:00am - 12:00pm
South Side Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Library Lawn
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Educational,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Discover what mammals call Iowa home and learn more about them from pelts and footprints and maybe a bone or two.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Friends of the North Side Library
1:00pm - 1:45pm
North Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Event Details:
Friends of the North Side Library Meeting. New members always welcome.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Ice Cream in a Bag
2:00pm - 3:00pm
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:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Celebrate National Ice Cream Month at the library! We will have a storytime focused on our favorite summertime snack and learn how to make your very own ice cream in a bag.
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.
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
North Side Book Discussion
2:00pm - 3:00pm
North Side Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
This month we will be reading and discussing The Lost Girls of Willowbrook by Ellen Marie Wiseman. Copies of the book are available at the North Side Library.
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.
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Pokémon Bingo
3:00pm - 4:00pm
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
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Join us for another round of everyone's favorite game, BINGO! This time your BINGO card will be filled with Pokémon! Can you catch them all in a row to win a prize?
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Science Center of Iowa's BOOM
3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Side Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Do you like things that explode? Visit North Side Library and explore the interactions of pressure, temperature and states of matter with an educator from the Science Center of Iowa!
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Level Up!
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:
Computers & Technology,
Gaming
Event Details:
Level up your gaming skills! Use our tablets and Nintendo Switch to play Among Us, Minecraft, Roblox, and more. Ages 8+.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Des Moines Public Library Board Meeting
4:15pm - 5:30pm
Central Library Administrative Board Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Administrative Board Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Event Details:
The Library Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday, July 29 at 4:15 PM in the Central Library Board Room.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Discovering Des Moines History
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Central Library Meeting Room 3
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 3
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Interested in learning about the history of our
great city? Or learning about your little corner
of it? Stop by our monthly presentation on
Des Moines’ fascinating past. You’ll also learn
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
You, Me, & Nature
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
This program shares information on urban wildlife in Central Iowa and provides tips on coexisting with urban wildlife.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Iowa History 101: Immigration to Iowa
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational,
Movies
Event Details:
Join the Forest Avenue Library for a film presentation from the State Historical Society of Iowa. We'll be watching one Iowa History 101 film each third Tuesday from February until November.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
18
2023
Tue
Next Steps Ukulele
6:30pm - 7:30pm
North Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational,
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
Do you already have some ukulele skills but want to learn more? Join us for three weekly sessions of intermediate ukulele classes beginning July 11th. Bring your own ukulele or check one out at the North Side Library.
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.
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