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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
I Spy: Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
We're celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month! Find all of the pictures in the Youth 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Take and Make: Seed Bombs
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Stop by and pick up the materials to create your own seed bombs. For more inspiration, use your library card to access crafty videos on Creativebug. While supplies last.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Awesome Pets Scavenger Hunt
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Kids! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the sheet and win a prize. For youth ages 3 and up.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
May
20
2024
Mon
Toddler Storytime
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:
Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months.
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.
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
May
20
2024
Mon
Preschool Storytime
10:15am - 10:45am
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Miss Jennifer for Preschool Storytime on Monday mornings at 10:15 a.m. There will be stories, rhymes, music, and more.
This storytime is recommended for ages three to five, but all children are welcome to attend.
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.
May
20
2024
Mon
The Outreach Project
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library Cafe Gallery
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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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
20
2024
Mon
kickplate install
1:45pm - 3:30pm
Franklin Avenue Study Room 3
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Study Room 3
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Library Meeting
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
20
2024
Mon
Copy of kickplate install
1:45pm - 3:30pm
Franklin Avenue Study Room 4
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Study Room 4
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Library Meeting
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
20
2024
Mon
East Side Book Discussion Group
2:00pm - 3:00pm
East Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Please join us for our monthly book group where we will discuss The Secrets we Kept by Lara Prescott. Book
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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This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
20
2024
Mon
kickplate install
2:30pm - 3:30pm
Franklin Avenue Conference Room West
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Conference Room West
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Library Meeting
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
20
2024
Mon
ASAP Mondays: Hip Hop Dance
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
12
Event Details:
Join us Mondays 4–5 p.m. this Spring for a weekly program in Hip Hop dance, choreography, cultural history, and more, with the After School Arts Program (ASAP) and teaching artist Mia of Creative Netwerk.
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
20
2024
Mon
Art 101: Charcoal Portraits
6:00pm - 7:30pm
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:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
Join artist and library staff member Fueche Vang as we dive into charcoal portrait drawing. Learn about concepts such as facial features, perspective, lighting and more! Basic materials such as paper, charcoal, and erasers will be provided.
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
20
2024
Mon
Forest Avenue Library Book Discussion
6:00pm - 6:45pm
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:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Join us for a discussion of Arsenic and Adobo by Mia Manansala. Ask at the information desk for a copy of the book.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
20
2024
Mon
Franklin Cinema Club – Chinatown
6:30pm - 7:45pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Movies
Event Details:
May's film selection is the 1974 Roman Polanski drama Chinatown, starring Jack Nicholson.
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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.
May
20
2024
Mon
Family Storytime
6:30pm - 7:00pm
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:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join us for our evening Family Storytime at 6:30 p.m.! Kids and caregivers can join us for fun songs, stories and crafts. You can even wear your jammies! All Ages Welcome!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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