Adventure Pass Ending in 2025

Due to circumstances outside of our control, the Des Moines Public Library’s Iowa Adventure Pass service will no longer be available in 2025. Any reservation already made for 2025 will be honored, but we encourage anyone with a current reservation to print those passes immediately. Customers can make new reservations for passes that must be used by December 31, 2024. We hope to reintroduce the service at a later time, and we apologize for the inconvenience. 

Glowforge Training

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Library Tech Central
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Sunshine Storytime

10:00am - 11:00am
Children
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Library Branch: South Side Library
Room: South Side Library Lawn
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytimes
Event Details:

Children and their caregivers can listen to stories and songs outdoors on the library lawn! Afterwards, families can play with our parachute/outdoor toys and enjoy STEM activities. Be sure to bring a blanket or a lawn chair. 

Disclaimer(s)

Children’s Program

Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.

Outdoor Program

This program is hosted outdoors.  

In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates. 

Cancelled

Wiggles and Giggles

10:15am - 10:45am
Birth-Preschool
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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! The storytime will take place in the meeting room to allow for social distancing.

 

Preschool Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Birth-Preschool
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Library Branch: North Side Library
Room: North Side Meeting Room
Age Group: Birth-Preschool
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and learn school readiness skills. Afterwards, we will enjoy free-play together.

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.

Japanese Festival & Characters with Tanis Sotelo!

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children, Teens
Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Movies
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Join us at Central Library for a very special Anime Club with CultureAll Ambassador Tanis Sotelo, who will share with us the rich and awesome history, culture, and art of traditional Japanese characters, festivals, and samurai! 

Manualidades at Forest Ave Library (La Biblioteca)

4:45pm - 5:45pm
All Ages
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Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library
Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by Forest Avenue Library for a bilingual craft activity series hosted by our very own bilingual library assistant, Mrs. Les. Different types of crafts, dances, and music will be explored.

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.

Indoor Program (2021)

This program is hosted indoors.  Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.

Exploring Mindfulness through Nature

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens
Required
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Library Branch: East Side Library
Room: East Side Library Lawn
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 24
Event Details:

Join Polk County 4-H to explore how nature can support teens in their mindfulness journey. Youth will learn more about mindfulness though nature and being present while outdoors.

Behind the Mic: A Beginner’s Guide to Podcasting

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Library Tech Central
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Start a podcast from the mic up in this 3-week series with ChimaeraCast podcast member Ryan Knott. We’ll cover the basics like how to structure your podcast and scripts plus topics like Patreon, creating merchandise, and handling collaborations.

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.

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.

Indoor Program (2021)

This program is hosted indoors.  Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.