This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. AViD Presents: Amina Luqman-Dawson Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Author Visits Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Event Details: Amina Luqman-Dawson is the Newbery Medal and Coretta Scott King Award-winning and bestselling author of Freewater and the pictorial history book Images of America: Africa... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 3 2025 Thu AViD Presents: Amina Luqman-Dawson 6:30pm - 8:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Program Type: Author Visits Event Details: Amina Luqman-Dawson is the Newbery Medal and Coretta Scott King Award-winning and bestselling author of
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Friday, April 4, 2025 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. Apr 4 2025 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 "Adults" group. AARP Tax Preparation Assistance Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: AARP will be at the East Side Library every *Wednesday and *Saturday from February 1st through April 12th to assist the public with their taxes. On Saturday, 02/15, no appoint... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat AARP Tax Preparation Assistance 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: AARP will be at the East Side Library every *Wednesday and *Saturday from February 1st through April 12th to assist the public with their taxes.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Russian Conversation Club Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: This conversation club is both for native speakers and those wanting to learn Russian. Topics of conversation are meant to be light. Get to know other members of your communit... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Russian Conversation Club 1:00pm - 2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: This conversation club is both for native speakers and those wanting to learn Russian. Topics of conversation are meant to be light. Get to know other members of your community, or assist those wanting to learn Russian. 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Sit n' Stitch Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Spend a couple hours with other crafters and work on your knit, crochet, or needle craft projects. Please bring your own supplies and projects with you. This program happens t... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Sit n' Stitch 1:30pm - 3:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Spend a couple hours with other crafters and work on your knit, crochet, or needle craft projects. Please bring your own supplies and projects with you. This program happens the first Saturday of the month. 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 "Adults" group. Community Crafting: Card Making Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Event Details: Have fun making greeting cards using layers of patterned paper. All supplies provided – cards, envelopes, lots and lots of pretty paper! The inside of the card will be ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 5 2025 Sat Community Crafting: Card Making 2:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Have fun making greeting cards using layers of patterned paper. All supplies provided – cards, envelopes, lots and lots of pretty paper! The inside of the card will be blank so you can later write your own personalized message.&n
This event is in the "Adults" group. DMPL & Dragons: Sunday Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 at Central Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Adults Event Details: Dungeons & Dragons is a role-playing game set in worlds of swords and sorcery where players use their imaginations to tell a story and create an adventure together. We us... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 6 2025 Sun DMPL & Dragons: Sunday 12:30pm - 3:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Dungeons & Dragons is a role-playing game set in worlds of swords and sorcery where players use their imaginations to tell a story and create an adventure together. We usually get together on the first Sunday of each month to play. 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. Technology Basics Monday, April 7, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for a computer basics class and increase your skills. In this month's workshop, you will learn how to navigate the Windows 10 and 11 operating systems, manage applications ... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Technology Basics 3:00pm - 4:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Join us for a computer basics class and increase your skills.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Writers' Workshop 2025 Monday, April 7, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for the DMPL Writer's Workshop on the first* Monday of the month from 5:30-7:30 PM. Share samples of work and receive feedback from other writers in the group. Email your s... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 7 2025 Mon Writers' Workshop 2025 5:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join us for the DMPL Writer's Workshop on the first* Monday of the month from 5:30-7:30 PM. Share samples of work and receive feedback from other writers in the group. 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, April 8, 2025 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. Apr 8 2025 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 "Adults" group. One-on-One Computer Sessions Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: For those looking for basic computer help come to the Forest Avenue Library. We will provide individual assistance with creating an email, polishing a resume, typing a document, or... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue One-on-One Computer Sessions 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: For those looking for basic computer help come to the Forest Avenue Library. We will provide individual assistance with creating an email, polishing a resume, typing a document, or applying for a job.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Sew Social Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us as we meet monthly to work on sewing projects, share skills and techniques, and spend time with fellow sewers at Forest Avenue Library. Kaitlyn, our Sewing for Beginners se... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Sew Social 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Join us as we meet monthly to work on sewing projects, share skills and techniques, and spend time with fellow sewers at Forest Avenue Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Weep, Wail, Write Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Develop skills for processing grief during this 1 hour writing workshop. During this program, led by Claudine Cheatem, participants will learn how to process their grief through po... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 8 2025 Tue Weep, Wail, Write 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Develop skills for processing grief during this 1 hour writing workshop. During this program, led by Claudine Cheatem, participants will learn how to process their grief through poetry and journaling. 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 "Adults" group. Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: Staff from the Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers. A career coach can guide you through... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center 10:00am - 12:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Staff from the Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers.
This event is in the "Adults" group. AARP Tax Preparation Assistance Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: AARP will be at the East Side Library every *Wednesday and *Saturday from February 1st through April 12th to assist the public with their taxes. On Saturday, 02/15, no appoint... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed AARP Tax Preparation Assistance 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: AARP will be at the East Side Library every *Wednesday and *Saturday from February 1st through April 12th to assist the public with their taxes.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Mindfulness Meditation Presented by Supportive Services for Veteran Families Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: This program will include a brief overview of where Mindfulness Meditation comes from and why we do it, followed by a 20 minute sitting practice with time for Q&A afterwar... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Mindfulness Meditation Presented by Supportive Services for Veteran Families 1:30pm - 2:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: This program will include a brief overview of where Mindfulness Meditation comes from and why we do it, followed by a 20 minute sitting practice with time for Q&A afterwards. Chair seating will be available. 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 "Adults" group. Craft-N-Carry: DIY Suncatcher Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for April's Craft-N-Carry: DIY Suncatcher! During this 30-minute session, you'll be able to grab this month's supplies and have a quick craft tutorial. Can't make it t... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Craft-N-Carry: DIY Suncatcher 6:00pm - 6:30pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us for April's Craft-N-Carry: DIY Suncatcher! During this 30-minute session, you'll be able to grab this month's supplies and have a quick craft tutorial. 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 "Adults" group. Renovate with Confidence - Understanding Home Improvement Loans w/NFC Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Large Study Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Renovate with Confidence - Understanding Home Improvement Loans w/NFCIf you own a home in the Des Moines metro, you may qualify for a repayable loan paired with one that you won't ... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Renovate with Confidence - Understanding Home Improvement Loans w/NFC 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Large Study Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Large Study Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Renovate with Confidence - Understanding Home Improvement Loans w/NFC 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 "Adults" group. Books That Will Change Your Life: A Nonfiction Book Club: The Nature of Our Cities by Nadina Galle Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 at Central Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Event Details: Broaden your perspective, find new strategies for handling life’s challenges, or deepen your understanding of a topic when you join us for a monthly conversation around a life-chan... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 9 2025 Wed Books That Will Change Your Life: A Nonfiction Book Club: The Nature of Our Cities by Nadina Galle 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Broaden your perspective, find new strategies for handling life’s challenges, or deepen your understanding of a topic when you join us for a monthly conversation around a life-changing nonfiction book. 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 "Adults" group. New Parenthood Journey Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults 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. Individuals ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 10 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: 49 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Glowforge Training Thursday, April 10, 2025 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. Apr 10 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Live Music Composition Clinic with the Belin Quartet Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: Adults Event Details: Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Civic Music Association with this workshop featuring a live composer writing a new piece of music. Showcasing the Belin Quartet in its ... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Live Music Composition Clinic with the Belin Quartet 5:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Performances Event Details: Celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Civic Music Association with this workshop featuring a live composer writing a new piece of music. 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. Plan a Container Garden with Polk County Master Gardeners Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Want to grow some veggies, but don't have much space? Join us for an evening with Polk County Master Gardeners to learn how to create the container garden of your dreams! This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Plan a Container Garden with Polk County Master Gardeners 6:00pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: Want to grow some veggies, but don't have much space? Join us for an evening with Polk County Master Gardeners to learn how to create the container garden of your dreams! 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 "Adults" group. Weep, Wail, Write Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Develop skills for processing grief during this 1.5-hour writing workshop. During this program, led by Claudine Cheatem, participants will learn how to process their grief through ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 10 2025 Thu Weep, Wail, Write 6:00pm - 7:30pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 17 Event Details: Develop skills for processing grief during this 1.5-hour writing workshop. During this program, led by Claudine Cheatem, participants will learn how to process their grief through poetry and journaling.
