This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. National Poetry Month Scavenger Hunt! All Day 4/21 - 4/26 South Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens 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! View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 21 - 26 2025 National Poetry Month Scavenger Hunt! All Day 4/21 - 4/26 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. Earth Day Scavenger Hunt All Day 4/21 - 4/27 Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Gaming Age Group: Children Visit the library and find all of the pictures hiding in the Children's Area. View Details This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 21 - 27 2025 Earth Day Scavenger Hunt All Day 4/21 - 4/27 Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Gaming Event Details: Visit the library and find all of the pictures hiding in the Children's Area.
This event is in the "Children" group. I Spy: Earth Day All Day 4/21 - 4/27 Central Library Children’s Area at Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Visit the Central children's area to learn about some things you can do to help the Earth! Find all the hidden pictures to win a prize! View Details This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 21 - 27 2025 I Spy: Earth Day All Day 4/21 - 4/27 Central Library Children’s Area Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Visit the Central children's area to learn about some things you can do to help the Earth! Find all the hidden pictures to win a prize! 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 "All Ages" group. African American Museum of Iowa's Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa Exhibit All Day 4/21 - 5/24 Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Exhibits Age Group: All Ages Join us at the Franklin Avenue Library for Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa. This exhibit from the African American Museum of Iowa explores the impact of housing discrimination and segregation in the state of Iowa. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr-May 2025 African American Museum of Iowa's Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa Exhibit All Day 4/21 - 5/24 Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Exhibits Event Details: Join us at the Franklin Avenue Library for Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa. This exhibit from the African American Museum of Iowa explores the impact of housing discrimination and segregation in the state of Iowa.
This event is in the "Children" group. Crafternoon : Wind Chimes Friday, April 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Join us for a drop-in craft project at Forest! Use the supplies and provided instructions to make a wind chime to take home. Stop by anytime between 1-5pm. Ages 6+. View Details This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 25 2025 Fri Crafternoon : Wind Chimes 1:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us for a drop-in craft project at Forest! Use the supplies and provided instructions to make a wind chime to take home. Stop by anytime between 1-5pm. Ages 6+. 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.
This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Freedom in Freeform Friday, April 25, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 at Central Library Program Type: Performances Age Group: Teens, Adults Calling all poets to Freedom in Freeform. View Details This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 25 2025 Fri Freedom in Freeform 4:00pm - 5:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Performances Event Details: Calling all poets to Freedom in Freeform. 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 "All Ages" group. Birding for Life Walk Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Outdoor Program at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: All Ages This is our second Birding for Life Walk celebrating our spring and summer residents and visitors. We are coming into the peak of the spring bird migration. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 26 2025 Sat Birding for Life Walk 9:00am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Outdoor Program Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Outdoor Program Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: This is our second Birding for Life Walk celebrating our spring and summer residents and visitors. We are coming into the peak of the spring bird migration.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Yoga Flow Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Join TogetherMSM for Yoga Flow with Meshell from Serene Petal Therapy. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 26 2025 Sat Yoga Flow 10:00am - 11:30am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Join TogetherMSM for Yoga Flow with Meshell from Serene Petal Therapy. 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 "Children" group. Día del Niño Celebration! /¡Celebración del Día del Niño! Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Off Site Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Día is an international celebration of the joy found in early childhood and reading. This year, the Des Moines Public Library and its community partners are celebrating together! View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 26 2025 Sat Día del Niño Celebration! /¡Celebración del Día del Niño! 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Día is an international celebration of the joy found in early childhood and reading. This year, the Des Moines Public Library and its community partners are celebrating 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. Inclement Weather This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates. Off Site Event Please note, this event does not take place at the library. Please check the Location Details for the address of the event. Outdoor Program This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Springtime Family Social Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Spring is in the air! Celebrate the magic of Spring with us through community, stories, and hands-on fun! Families will enjoy a seasonal story and share a tasty snack. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 26 2025 Sat Springtime Family Social 10:30am - 11:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Storytimes Event Details: Spring is in the air! Celebrate the magic of Spring with us through community, stories, and hands-on fun! Families will enjoy a seasonal story and share a tasty snack. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable (Buy. Eat. Live Healthy) Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Aprenda a hacer recetas fáciles, nutritivas y baratas con una instructora de Iowa State University - Extension. Durante esta clase de 8 semanas, aprenderá a:Ahorrar dinero: comprar y gastar menos en sus alimentos. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 26 2025 Sat Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable (Buy. Eat. Live Healthy) 12:00pm - 1:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Aprenda a hacer recetas fáciles, nutritivas y baratas con una instructora de Iowa State University - Extension. Durante esta clase de 8 semanas, aprenderá a:Ahorrar dinero: comprar y gastar menos en sus alimentos. 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Russian Conversation Club Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Central Library Study Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults 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. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 26 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 "All Ages" group. Crossroads: A Journey with the Blues featuring Scott Eggleston Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Performances Age Group: All Ages Join us at Forest Avenue Library for a live Blues performance provided by the Central Iowa Blues Society. Scott Eggleston will be presenting Traditional and Delta Blues Guitar. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 26 2025 Sat Crossroads: A Journey with the Blues featuring Scott Eggleston 2:00pm - 3:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Performances Event Details: Join us at Forest Avenue Library for a live Blues performance provided by the Central Iowa Blues Society. Scott Eggleston will be presenting Traditional and Delta Blues Guitar.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. May Day Basket Take-and-Make Bag! All Day South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Play & Learn, Take & Make Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Bring the fun home with you when you pick up a special South Side Library take-and-make craft bag!While Supplies Last View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon May Day Basket Take-and-Make Bag! All Day Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Play & Learn, Take & Make Event Details: Bring the fun home with you when you pick up a special South Side Library take-and-make craft bag!While Supplies Last
This event is in the "Children" group. I Spy: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month All Day 4/28 - 4/30 Central Library Children’s Area at Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children We're celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month! Find all of the pictures in the Youth area to get a prize! View Details This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 28 - 30 2025 I Spy: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month All Day 4/28 - 4/30 Central Library Children’s Area Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: We're celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month! Find all of the pictures in the Youth area to get a prize! 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. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. May Flowers Scavenger Hunt! All Day 4/28 - 5/10 South Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens 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! View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr-May 2025 May Flowers Scavenger Hunt! All Day 4/28 - 5/10 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Family Storytime with Iowa Juneteenth Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Join us for a special Juneteenth Storytime with a representative from Iowa Juneteenth! Enjoy a captivating read-aloud, learn about upcoming celebrations, and take part in a hands-on craft. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Family Storytime with Iowa Juneteenth 10:00am - 10:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for a special Juneteenth Storytime with a representative from Iowa Juneteenth! Enjoy a captivating read-aloud, learn about upcoming celebrations, and take part in a hands-on craft.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Toddler Storytime Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months. View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Art Cart Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Get creative at North Side! Drop-in and enjoy our cart full of arts and crafts supplies! View Details This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Art Cart 10:00am - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get creative at North Side! Drop-in and enjoy our cart full of arts and crafts supplies! 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. Creating Your Social Security Account Monday, April 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Large Study Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Learn step-by-step how to create and manage your Social Security online account in this engaging, practical session led by Rosario Manzano. View Details This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Creating Your Social Security Account 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Large Study Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Large Study Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Learn step-by-step how to create and manage your Social Security online account in this engaging, practical session led by Rosario Manzano.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Eco-Friendly Crafts: T-shirt Tote Bags Monday, April 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens Eco-friendly crafts repurpose, reuse and upcycle everyday items to give them new life! View Details This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Eco-Friendly Crafts: T-shirt Tote Bags 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Eco-friendly crafts repurpose, reuse and upcycle everyday items to give them new life! 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mini Gardens Monday, April 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children, Teens Join us at the Central Library in creating whimsical Mini Gardens (also known as Fairy Gardens) in honor of National Garden Month! All materials will be provided to make your own Mini Garden to take home and display! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Mini Gardens 3:00pm - 3:45pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Join us at the Central Library in creating whimsical Mini Gardens (also known as Fairy Gardens) in honor of National Garden Month! All materials will be provided to make your own Mini Garden to take home and display! 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mini Gardens Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children, Teens Join us at the Central Library in creating whimsical Mini Gardens (also known as Fairy Gardens) in honor of National Garden Month! All materials will be provided to make your own Mini Garden to take home and display! Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Mini Gardens 4:00pm - 4:45pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Join us at the Central Library in creating whimsical Mini Gardens (also known as Fairy Gardens) in honor of National Garden Month! All materials will be provided to make your own Mini Garden to take home and display! 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 "Children" group. ASAP Mondays : Cookie and Cupcake Decorating Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Art helps us practice patience and focus; but how about applying those skills to make something yummy? View Details This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon ASAP Mondays : Cookie and Cupcake Decorating 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Art helps us practice patience and focus; but how about applying those skills to make something yummy? 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. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
