Adventure Pass Changes in 2025

Due to software issues affecting all libraries using the service, the Des Moines Public Library’s Iowa Adventure Pass program 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. 

Game Day at South

All Day
All Ages
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Library Branch: South Side Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Beat the weekend boredom blues with board games at the South Side Library. A selection of table top games will be provided for use in the library all day.

Art Cart- Think Outside the Box Doodle Art

10:00am - 4:00pm
Children
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Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library
Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

A picture or a line is not always what it seems. Drop into the children's area, choose a drawing prompt and create a new piece of art. All ages are welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Children’s Program

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

LEGOs at the Library

10:00am - 5:00pm
Birth-Preschool, Children
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Library Branch: East Side Library
Room: East Side Children’s Area
Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children
Program Type: Gaming
Event Details:

Drop by our children's area to build with LEGOs. Show a staff member your creation for a sticker!

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.

Children’s Program

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

Cancelled

POSTPONED to 3/25: Saturday Sensory Play

10:30am - 11:30am
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
Event Details:

Join us at Central Library for sensory exploration. At Saturday Sensory play, children and caretakers will travel through stations exploring touch and feel, taste, and most importantly, play!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

AARP Tax Preparation Assistance

10:30am - 3:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: East Side Library
Room: East Side Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

AARP will be at the library every Wednesday and Saturday from February through April 12 to assist the public with their taxes. 

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.

Crucial Conversations

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Required
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Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library
Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Crucial Conversations is designed to help parents and caregivers become more comfortable talking with their children about sexual and reproductive health. We'll supply you with the knowledge and tools to begin having these crucial conversations.