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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 "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Apr
24
2025
Thu
Preschool Storytime
10:00am - 10:30am
South Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers can join us Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for a 30-minute storytime with stories, music, and fun activities!
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Apr
24
2025
Thu
Wiggles and Giggles
10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Play & Learn,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join us at the Central Library for a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming!
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.
Apr
24
2025
Thu
New Parenthood Journey
10:30am - 11:30am
East Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational,
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
50
Event Details:
The New Parenthood Journey Program consists of three sessions designed to support all parents, both new and experienced as they navigate the transitions in parenthood.
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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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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1:30pm |
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1:45pm |
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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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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
24
2025
Thu
Glowforge Training
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library Tech Central
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.
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3:15pm |
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3:30pm |
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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
24
2025
Thu
Kids Pokémon Card Swap
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Are you looking for a place to trade your Pokémon cards? Bring your friends and come to this monthly program with any cards you want to trade. This event is open to children ages 6-18.
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
24
2025
Thu
ASAP Thursdays: Painting
4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Storybooks often have beautiful painted illustrations that help bring the story to life. Join Shayla Williams at South Side and learn to paint your own story characters and backgrounds!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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4:30pm |
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6:00pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
24
2025
Thu
Mix-tape Journal Workshop
6:30pm - 7:30pm
East Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Throw it back to the retro days of cassette tapes—with a creative twist! Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll turn old cassette tapes into personalized journals.
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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr
24
2025
Thu
Birding For Life
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
During this presentation, Rev. Dr.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
24
2025
Thu
South Side Evening Book Discussion - Margo's Got Money Troubles
6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
Join us for South Side's Evening Book Discussion! We will be discussing Margo's Got Money Troubles by Rufi Thorpe. Sign up and get a copy of the book at the South Side Information Desk.
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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