Christmas All Day 12/24 - 12/25 Central Library, East Side Library, Forest Avenue Library, Franklin Avenue Library, North Side Library, South Side Library, Off Site, DMPL Systemwide All locations will be closed for Christmas. Closing Dec 24 - 25 2024 Closing Christmas All Day 12/24 - 12/25 Branches: Central Library, East Side Library, Forest Avenue Library, Franklin Avenue Library, North Side Library, South Side Library, Off Site, DMPL Systemwide Description: All locations will be closed for Christmas.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Winter Wonderland Scavenger Hunt! All Day 12/26 - 12/28 South Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens 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! This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Dec 26 - 28 2024 Winter Wonderland Scavenger Hunt! All Day 12/26 - 12/28 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!
This event is in the "Children" group. Dog Man Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/26 - 12/30 Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Children Event Details: Find all of the pictures hiding in the children's area to receive a prize. This event is in the "Children" group. Dec 26 - 30 2024 Dog Man Scavenger Hunt All Day 12/26 - 12/30 Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Find all of the pictures hiding in the children's area to receive a prize.
This event is in the "Children" group. I Spy: Winter All Day 12/26 - 12/31 Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Find all of the winter themed pictures in the youth area to get a prize. This event is in the "Children" group. Dec 26 - 31 2024 I Spy: Winter All Day 12/26 - 12/31 Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Find all of the winter themed pictures in the youth area to get a prize. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Movie Watch Party : The Lord of the Rings - The Fellowship of the Ring Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: All Ages Event Details: The Lord of the Rings is an action-adventure-drama-fantasy movie trilogy, based on J.R.R. Tolkien's classic novels, about a young hobbit named Frodo who is appointed the job of des... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 26 2024 Thu Movie Watch Party : The Lord of the Rings - The Fellowship of the Ring 1:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies Event Details: The Lord of the Rings is an action-adventure-drama-fantasy movie trilogy, based on J.R.R. 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. Movie Rating Movie is not intended for children unless accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Children" group. STEAM Cart Challenge: Marshmallow Igloos Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Age Group: Children Event Details: Challenge yourself to build the sturdiest igloo using marshmallows and our STEAM cart supplies! Work on problem-solving and engineering skills with this fun, wintry activity. This event is in the "Children" group. Dec 26 2024 Thu STEAM Cart Challenge: Marshmallow Igloos 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Event Details: Challenge yourself to build the sturdiest igloo using marshmallows and our STEAM cart supplies! Work on problem-solving and engineering skills with this fun, wintry activity. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Glowforge Training Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Tech Central at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Age Group: Adults 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 th... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 26 2024 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: 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Drop-in Craft: Paper Bag Luminaries Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Drop in anytime between 6:00-7:30pm to make a luminary to add light and beauty to your home during the winter. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 26 2024 Thu Drop-in Craft: Paper Bag Luminaries 6:00pm - 7:30pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Drop in anytime between 6:00-7:30pm to make a luminary to add light and beauty to your home during the winter. 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. STEAM Cart Challenge: Marshmallow Igloos Thursday, December 26, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Age Group: Children Event Details: Challenge yourself to build the sturdiest igloo using marshmallows and our STEAM cart supplies! Work on problem-solving and engineering skills with this fun, wintry activity. This event is in the "Children" group. Dec 26 2024 Thu STEAM Cart Challenge: Marshmallow Igloos 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, Computers & Technology Event Details: Challenge yourself to build the sturdiest igloo using marshmallows and our STEAM cart supplies! Work on problem-solving and engineering skills with this fun, wintry activity. 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. Dog Man Celebration! Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: Drop in and celebrate our favorite half-man, half-dog crime fighting hero with games, crafts and other fabulous fun at our Dog man celebration in the children's area. All ages are ... This event is in the "Children" group. Dec 27 2024 Fri Dog Man Celebration! 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Drop in and celebrate our favorite half-man, half-dog crime fighting hero with games, crafts and other fabulous fun at our Dog man celebration in the children's area. All ages are welcome! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. All about Owls with Polk County Conservation Friday, December 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Hear all about owls and the adaptations that make them good predators! We will also get to meet a live owl.This program is geared towards children in grades 3-8, but all are welcom... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Dec 27 2024 Fri All about Owls with Polk County Conservation 11:00am - 12:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Hear all about owls and the adaptations that make them good predators! We will also get to meet a live owl.This program is geared towards children in grades 3-8, but all are welcome to attend. 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. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Friday, December 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults 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 re... This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 27 2024 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Movie Watch Party : The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers Friday, December 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: All Ages Event Details: The Lord of the Rings is an action-adventure-drama-fantasy movie trilogy, based on J.R.R. Tolkien's classic novels, about a young hobbit named Frodo who is appointed the job of des... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 27 2024 Fri Movie Watch Party : The Lord of the Rings - The Two Towers 1:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies Event Details: The Lord of the Rings is an action-adventure-drama-fantasy movie trilogy, based on J.R.R. 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. Movie Rating Movie is not intended for children unless accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Little Explorers Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Bring your young ones to our Little Explorers program, designed for children ages 0-5, to discover, learn and play with different sensory activities. No Registration is Required. P... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Dec 28 2024 Sat Little Explorers 10:00am - 11:00am 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 Event Details: Bring your young ones to our Little Explorers program, designed for children ages 0-5, to discover, learn and play with different sensory activities. No Registration is Required. Please wear play clothes as some activities may be messy. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group. Art Cart Saturdays Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Children’s Area at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: Stop in the library for fun arts and crafts with our Art Cart! While supplies last. Adult supervision is required. This event is in the "Children" group. Dec 28 2024 Sat Art Cart Saturdays 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop in the library for fun arts and crafts with our Art Cart! While supplies last. Adult supervision is required. 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Drop in Puzzles! Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Looking for an activity to get out of the house? Drop by the East Side Library this Saturday to complete a puzzle! Puzzles are 300 pieces and will be set up in our meeting room for... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 28 2024 Sat Drop in Puzzles! 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Looking for an activity to get out of the house? Drop by the East Side Library this Saturday to complete a puzzle! Puzzles are 300 pieces and will be set up in our meeting room for you to drop in between 10am - 4pm.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Movie Watch Party : The Lord of the Rings - The Return of the King Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: All Ages Event Details: The Lord of the Rings is an action-adventure-drama-fantasy movie trilogy, based on J.R.R. Tolkien's classic novels, about a young hobbit named Frodo who is appointed the job of des... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec 28 2024 Sat Movie Watch Party : The Lord of the Rings - The Return of the King 1:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Movies Event Details: The Lord of the Rings is an action-adventure-drama-fantasy movie trilogy, based on J.R.R. 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. Movie Rating Movie is not intended for children unless accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Children" group. Scavenger Hunt: New Year's Around the World All Day East Side Children’s Area at East Side Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Join us for a week-long scavenger hunt exploring New Year's traditions from around the world! Search the library for clues and learn fun facts about how different cultures celebrat... This event is in the "Children" group. Dec 30 2024 Mon Scavenger Hunt: New Year's Around the World All Day East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Join us for a week-long scavenger hunt exploring New Year's traditions from around the world! Search the library for clues and learn fun facts about how different cultures celebrate the new year! 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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Tiny Art Show Materials Pickup 12/30/2024 @ 9:00am to 01/05/2025 @ 4:00pm Central Library Gateway Gallery at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Create a masterpiece for the Des Moines Public Library's first ever Tiny Art Show! Pick up your free art kit at the Central Library starting December 30th. Kits will inc... Required This event is in the "All Ages" group. Dec-Jan 2024 Tiny Art Show Materials Pickup 12/30/2024 @ 9:00am - 01/05/2025 @ 4:00pm Central Library Gateway Gallery Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Gateway Gallery Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 41 Event Details: Create a masterpiece for the Des Moines Public Library's first ever Tiny Art Show!
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Nintendo Switch Party! Monday, December 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Join us for a Nintendo Switch Party! We will have games like Mario Kart 8 & Super Mario Bros. Ultimate. Feel free to bring your own Switch or share the library’s controllers. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Dec 30 2024 Mon Nintendo Switch Party! 3:00pm - 4:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Join us for a Nintendo Switch Party! We will have games like Mario Kart 8 & Super Mario Bros. Ultimate. Feel free to bring your own Switch or share the library’s controllers. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Adults" group. FormLabs Form 3 Resin 3D Printer Training Class Monday, December 30, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Tech Central at Central Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: Would you like to use Tech Central's new FormLabs Form 3 resin 3D printer? Take this required training to learn how! Participants will learn how to use FormLabs free Pr... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 30 2024 Mon FormLabs Form 3 Resin 3D Printer Training Class 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Tech Central Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Would you like to use Tech Central's new FormLabs Form 3 resin 3D printer? Take this required training to learn how! Participants will learn how to use FormLabs free PreForm software to prepare their 3D prints for printing at the libra 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Family Room at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies. Facilitated by Blank Children's Hospital, each week will feature a guest... This event is in the "Adults" group. Dec 31 2024 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. New Year's Eve Goodie Bags Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Central Library Children’s Area at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Celebrate the upcoming year by grabbing a New Year's goodie bag at the Central youth desk! One per child, while supplies last. This event is in the "Children" group. Dec 31 2024 Tue New Year's Eve Goodie Bags 9:00am - 5:00pm Central Library Children’s Area Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Event Details: Celebrate the upcoming year by grabbing a New Year's goodie bag at the Central youth desk! One per child, while supplies last. 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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Play, Grow, Learn! Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers can engage in open play, come and go activities at South. Play, Grow, Learn is an opportunity to meet families with other young chil... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Dec 31 2024 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.
