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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
I Spy: Earth Day
All Day 4/21 - 4/27
Central Library Children’s Area
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Visit the Central children's area to learn about some things you can do to help the Earth! Find all the hidden pictures to win a prize!
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.
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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr-May
2025
African American Museum of Iowa's Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa Exhibit
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Exhibits
Event Details:
Join us at the Franklin Avenue Library for Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa. This exhibit from the African American Museum of Iowa explores the impact of housing discrimination and segregation in the state of Iowa.
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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.
National Poetry Month Scavenger Hunt!
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
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!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
22
2025
Tue
Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year
9:00am - 11:00am
Central Library Family Room
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Family Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies.
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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9:30am |
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Apr
22
2025
Tue
Baby Rhyme Time
10:00am - 10:30am
East Side Meeting Room
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
22
2025
Tue
One-on-One Computer Sessions
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Event Details:
For those looking for basic computer help come to the Forest Avenue Library. We will provide individual assistance with creating an email, polishing a resume, typing a document, or applying for a job.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Apr
22
2025
Tue
Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time
10:00am - 10:30am
North Side Meeting Room
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Apr
22
2025
Tue
Play, Grow, Learn!
10:00am - 11:30am
South Side Meeting Room
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.
Apr
22
2025
Tue
Baby Rhyme Time
10:15am - 11:00am
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
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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10:30am |
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10:45am |
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11:00am |
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11:15am |
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11:30am |
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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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2:00pm |
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2:15pm |
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2:30pm |
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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.
Apr
22
2025
Tue
ASAP Tuesdays: Cardboard Creations
3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Get creative in this class and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary.
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.
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3:45pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
22
2025
Tue
Level Up: Switch Party!
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Join other gamers and test your skills on the Nintendo Switch! We will have Smash Bros and Mario Kart on the big screen for tournament play with new friends or bring your own Switch to play on your own. Ages 6 years and up!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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4:15pm |
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4:30pm |
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4:45pm |
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr
22
2025
Tue
Pop Bottle Bird Feeders
5:30pm - 6:30pm
East Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Join us this Earth Day for a fun and eco-friendly workshop where we turn everyday pop bottles into a bird feeder! Joel with City of Des Moines Parks & Rec will help you craft your bird feeder and fill it with bird feed to take home.
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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5:45pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
22
2025
Tue
Korean Mythology Escape Room
6:30pm - 7:15pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational,
Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining:
2
Event Details:
A new exhibit of Korean artifacts is being unveiled in less than an hour, but the centerpieces have gone missing! Finding them will mean coming face to face with ancient myths and outsmarting the creatures they depict.
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6:45pm |
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7:00pm |
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