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. 

Writers' Workshop: Poetry, Short Stories, and Essays 2023

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Required
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Library Study Room 2
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Writers Workshop: Poetry, Short Stories, & Essays. Join us for this special one-time program to celebrate Poetry Month!

Registration is required. Email Julia at jmdunt@dmpl.org if you have any questions.

No School Fun Day! Earth Day Activities

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:

Join us from 10 AM to 4 PM in the children's area for activities, a craft and a scavenger hunt that celebrates our earth.

Disclaimer(s)

Children’s Program

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

Mario Kart Kraftz

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children
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Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library
Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to get first place?  Challenge each other to Mario Kart on the Nintendo Switch, enjoy themed snacks, and decorate crafts based on this epic game.  Best for ages 6+, as supplies last!

The Outreach Project

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
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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.

Community Health Education: Treatment and prevention of HIV/Aids, Hepatitis, and STIs

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The Project from Primary Health Care will present about treatment and prevention of HIV/Aids, Hepatitis, and STIs.

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.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Furry Tales

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens
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Library Branch: North Side Library
Room: North Side Children’s Area
Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Visit North Side and read to a furry friend from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa's Therapets program!

This month, our animal visitor will be Ozzie the Thera-pigeon!

 

Disclaimer(s)

Children’s Program

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

Drop in Computer Help

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
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Library Branch: East Side Library
Room: East Side Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Educational
Event Details:

It’s never too late to feel comfortable with a computer. Staff will answer your questions about­­ computer basics like using a mouse, typing, email­­­, document creation and more. 

School of Beats

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
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Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library
Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology
Event Details:

All your friends will want you spinning at their parties! At this hands-on class we will learn the skills needed to become a DJ. We provide the equipment, you bring the creativity. Ages 12+.