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This event is in the "Children" 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:
Children
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Celebrate DINO-VEMBER at Central! The dinos have gotten loose in the children's area! Find them all 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 "Teens" group.
Teen Take & Make: Gratitude Journal
All Day 11/15 - 11/17
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:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make your own Gratitude Journal.
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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Age Group:
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
We have long, dark nights ahead! And possibly some unwanted visitors to entertain. Bring your used (but complete!) jigsaw puzzles and change them out for some different used (but complete!
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Hunt for dinosaurs at Forest Library. Find all the dinosaur pictures hidden in the children's area to take home 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Scavenger Hunt
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Can you find all of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid characters hiding in the Children's Area?
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dinosaurs Scavenger Hunt!
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
Baby Rhyme Time
9:30am - 10:00am
Central Library Meeting Room 1
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join us weekly 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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
Everystep Healthy Start Community Days
10:00am - 12:00pm
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Join us outside on the Forest Ave Library's lawn for Everystep's Healthy Start Program! These educational events are for children and families and include experienced staff providing referrals to community resources, Information about health
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
Family Storytime
10:00am - 10:30am
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:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Listen to silly stories, meet adorable puppet friends and move to fun songs! Join Miss Becky at Forest Avenue Library for Family Storytime at 10:00 A.M.!
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center
10:00am - 12:00pm
North Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Event Details:
Staff from the Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
Cancelled
Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K. Davis Center
10:00am - 2:00pm
South Side Computer Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Computer Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Staff from the Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers.
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 "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement
10:15am - 10:45am
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:
Join Miss Donna for this fun filled story time! Together we will enjoy stories, songs, and more, all selected to engage your active toddler. Ages 18 months to 3 years old.
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable
11:00am - 12:30pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
13
Event Details:
Aprenda a hacer recetas fáciles, nutritivas y baratas con una instructora de Iowa State University - Extension. Durante esta clase de 8 semanas, aprenderá a:
Ahorrar dinero: comprar y gastar menos en sus alimentos.
Disclaimer(s)
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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11:45am |
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12:00pm |
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12:15pm |
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12:30pm |
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12:45pm |
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1:00pm |
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1:15pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
Mindfulness Meditation Presented by Supportive Services for Veteran Families
1:30pm - 2:30pm
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:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
This program will include a brief overview of where Mindfulness Meditation comes from and why we do it, followed by a 20 minute sitting practice with time for Q&A afterwards. Chair seating will be available.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
Drop-in Crafternoon: Perler Beads!
2:00pm - 7:00pm
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:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational
Event Details:
Drop-in to North Side every Wednesday to enjoy a craft or STEM activity!
This week, create a design with perler beads and we will iron it for you to take home!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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2:15pm |
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2:45pm |
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3:00pm |
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3:15pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
Art in the Library: Itty Bitty Yarn Turtles
4:00pm - 4:45pm
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:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
Create an adorable turtle using popsicle sticks and yarn.
Art in the Library is for children ages 6-12 and requires preregistration.
The Franklin Library is located on DART Route #5.
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 "Teens" group.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
South VolunTeens
4:00pm - 5:00pm
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:
Teens
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Teens! Do you need volunteer hours? Students ages 12-18 may volunteer at the South Side Library for 1 hour performing various tasks during our South VolunTeens program! This is a great way to earn volunteer hours!
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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.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
Dino-vember Celebration!
4:30pm - 5:30pm
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,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Health & Wellness,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Don't be a fossil--come to the Central Library and celebrate Dino-vember with us! We'll have a Tyrannosau-rockin' good time with a variety of activities, crafts, and snacks that will have kids of all ages roaring with delight!
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.
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.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
Wastewater Management: What is it? Why is it important?
5:30pm - 6:30pm
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:
Educational
Event Details:
Join us for a fascinating evening with Tim Runde, Wastewater Training Specialist at Des Moines Metropolitan Wastewater Reclamation Authority.
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.
Nov
15
2023
Wed
Social Security & Retirement Planning Basics
6:30pm - 8:00pm
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:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Join the library and the Society for Financial Awareness to learn about planning for retirement. We'll cover:
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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