This event is in the "Children" group. I Spy: Banned Books All Day 10/1 - 10/14 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 1 - 14 2023 I Spy: Banned Books All Day 10/1 - 10/14 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: Celebrate your freedom to read! Find all of the banned books 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. Jack o' Lantern Scavenger Hunt All Day 10/10 - 10/14 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 10 - 14 2023 Jack o' Lantern Scavenger Hunt All Day 10/10 - 10/14 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: 12 grinning Jack o' lantern's are hiding around the library! Find them all to win a prize! Best for ages 6+
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Take and Make: Pinecone Hedgehog All Day 10/4 - 10/13 All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group. Oct 4 - 13 2023 Take and Make: Pinecone Hedgehog All Day 10/4 - 10/13 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Take & Make Event Details: Grab a Take and Make Hedgehog.....or 2 or 3.....to celebrate the Fall season!
This event is in the "Children" group. Welcome, Fall! Scavenger Hunt All Day 10/2 - 10/14 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 2 - 14 2023 Welcome, Fall! Scavenger Hunt All Day 10/2 - 10/14 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Glowforge Training 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 12 2023 Thu Glowforge Training 10:00am - 11:00am Central Library Tech Central Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 4 Event Details: Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use the Glowforge on your own after this program. 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. Wiggles and Giggles: Special Guest Firefighters! 10:30am - 11:00am Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Oct 12 2023 Thu Wiggles and Giggles: Special Guest Firefighters! 10:30am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: The Des Moines Fire Department is joining us for a special storytime during Fire Prevention Week! Hear stories, learn more about fire safety, and see a fire truck up close. 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. Fire Safety Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Oct 12 2023 Thu Fire Safety Storytime 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: The Des Moines Fire Department is joining us for a special storytime during Fire Prevention Week! Hear stories, learn more about fire safety, and see a fire truck up close. 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. Drop-In: Trace and Paint Classic Art 5:00pm - 7:30pm Children This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 12 2023 Thu Drop-In: Trace and Paint Classic Art 5:00pm - 7:30pm East Side Children’s Area Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop by the children's area to trace and paint classic artwork! While supplies last. 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. Native Plant Gardening Enthusiast Meet-Up 5:30pm - 7:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 12 2023 Thu Native Plant Gardening Enthusiast Meet-Up 5:30pm - 7:00pm 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: Educational Event Details: This meet-up is for anyone looking to connect with other people interested in biodiverse gardens. The focus is on native plants which foster and nourish wildlife.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Halloween Craft Night 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 12 2023 Thu Halloween Craft Night 6:00pm - 7:30pm 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: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us at the South Side Library for an spook-tacular evening of Halloween crafting for adults! Stations will be set up for easy-to-do crafts - do one or do them all!
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Family Storytime: Fluffy Pumpkin Slime 6:30pm - 7:00pm Birth-Preschool, Children This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Oct 12 2023 Thu Family Storytime: Fluffy Pumpkin Slime 6:30pm - 7:00pm 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: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Make a giant fluffy orange slime to take home and listen to a fall story. Best for ages 6+, as supplies last! 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 "Adults" group. Reading on the Margins Book Discussion 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Oct 12 2023 Thu Reading on the Margins Book Discussion 6:30pm - 7:30pm 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: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Join us once a month to discuss books by underrepresented authors. Our goal is to amplify these voices and experiences while discussing social issues in the context of fiction and non-fiction books.
