This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Women's History Month Scavenger Hunt: Awesome Iowans All Day 3/3 - 3/15 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. Mar 3 - 15 2025 Women's History Month Scavenger Hunt: Awesome Iowans All Day 3/3 - 3/15 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. I Spy: Women Making History All Day 3/3 - 3/16 Central Library Children’s Area at Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Visit the Central children's area to learn about some of the awe-inspiring women making history in their fields! Find all the hidden pictures to win a prize! This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 3 - 16 2025 I Spy: Women Making History All Day 3/3 - 3/16 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 of the awe-inspiring women making history in their fields! 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Take and Make: Origami Light Boxes All Day 3/13 - 3/22 Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Take & Make Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Event Details: This take and make activity has 20 sheets of different colored origami paper and a strand of LED lights. Please enjoy! This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 13 - 22 2025 Take and Make: Origami Light Boxes All Day 3/13 - 3/22 Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults Program Type: Take & Make Event Details: This take and make activity has 20 sheets of different colored origami paper and a strand of LED lights. Please enjoy!
This event is in the "Adults" group. A Very Special Books That Will Change Your Life: A Nonfiction Book Club: Your Brain on Art Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:30pm Off Site 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... Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu A Very Special Books That Will Change Your Life: A Nonfiction Book Club: Your Brain on Art 5:00pm - 7:30pm Library Branch: Off Site 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Sewing Basics: Hems, Rips and Darts Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: In this class, we will learn about modifying and resizing clothing (basic!). Bring an item of clothing to practice on: cotton/denim preferred. Please do not bring a family heirloom... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Sewing Basics: Hems, Rips and Darts 6:30pm - 8:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Educational Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: In this class, we will learn about modifying and resizing clothing (basic!). Bring an item of clothing to practice on: cotton/denim preferred.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Watch Party Friday, March 14, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Cowabunga! Watch Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (2023) while enjoying snacks and TMNT crafts at North Side.This movie is rated PG. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 14 2025 Fri Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem Watch Party 10:30am - 12:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies Event Details: Cowabunga! Watch Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (2023) while enjoying snacks and TMNT crafts at North Side.This movie is rated PG. 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. The Outreach Project Friday, March 14, 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. Mar 14 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 "Children" group. Dog Man and Friends Bingo Friday, March 14, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Children Event Details: Join us for another round of everyone's favorite game, BINGO! Celebrate all of Dav Pilkey's hilarious characters like Captain Underpants, Ricky Ricotta, Cat Kid, and Dog Man ... This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 14 2025 Fri Dog Man and Friends Bingo 3:30pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Join us for another round of everyone's favorite game, BINGO! Celebrate all of Dav Pilkey's hilarious characters like Captain Underpants, Ricky Ricotta, Cat Kid, and Dog Man as they show up on your bingo card. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Little Explorers Saturday, March 15, 2025 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! Activities will help build early literacy skills through the fiv... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Mar 15 2025 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! Activities will help build early literacy skills through the five Simple Steps: Read, Write, Sing, Play, Talk. 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. AARP Tax Preparation Assistance Saturday, March 15, 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. Mar 15 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. LEGOs at the Library Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Children’s Area at East Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Drop by our children's area to build with LEGOs. Show a staff member your creation for a prize! This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 15 2025 Sat LEGOs at the Library 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Children’s Area 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 prize! 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. History of the Highland Park Colleges Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: The current property of Park Fair Mall was originally home to multiple post-secondary colleges, including the University of Lawsonomy. Please join Lisa Elm-Taber as she shares the ... This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 15 2025 Sat History of the Highland Park Colleges 10:30am - 11:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: The current property of Park Fair Mall was originally home to multiple post-secondary colleges, including the University of Lawsonomy. Please join Lisa Elm-Taber as she shares the strange history of these institutions. 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. Board Game Café Saturday, March 15, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:30pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Join us for a drop-in event for all ages. Come in, grab warm drink and a snack, get cozy, and choose from a variety of games or puzzles to play with friends! This event is in the "All Ages" group. Mar 15 2025 Sat Board Game Café 12:00pm - 4:30pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Join us for a drop-in event for all ages. Come in, grab warm drink and a snack, get cozy, and choose from a variety of games or puzzles to play with friends! 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. Buddy Gnomes Take-and-Make Bag! All Day South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Play & Learn, Take & Make Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 17 2025 Mon Buddy Gnomes 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Gators & Crocs Scavenger Hunt All Day 3/17 - 3/29 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. Mar 17 - 29 2025 Gators & Crocs Scavenger Hunt All Day 3/17 - 3/29 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. I Spy: ASL for Deaf History Month All Day 3/17 - 3/31 Central Library Children’s Area at Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Deaf History Month is March 13-April 15. Visit the Central children's area to learn some sign language you can use with your friends!Find all the hidden pictures to win a prize!&nb... This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 17 - 31 2025 I Spy: ASL for Deaf History Month All Day 3/17 - 3/31 Central Library Children’s Area Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Deaf History Month is March 13-April 15. Visit the Central children's area to learn some sign language you can use with your friends!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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Toddler Storytime Monday, March 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Mar 17 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. Movie Marathon Monday, March 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Kick off your spring break at the Central Library with a movie and craft marathon! Each movie will have an accompanying themed craft to work on as you watch the film.10am: Encanto ... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 17 2025 Mon Movie Marathon 10:00am - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movies Event Details: Kick off your spring break at the Central Library with a movie and craft marathon! Each movie will have an accompanying themed craft to work on as you watch the film.10am: Encanto (PG) 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. Preschool Storytime Monday, March 17, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Join Miss Jennifer for Preschool Storytime on Monday mornings at 10:15 a.m. There will be stories, rhymes, music, and more. This storytime is recommended for ages three to... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Mar 17 2025 Mon Preschool Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join Miss Jennifer for Preschool Storytime on Monday mornings at 10:15 a.m. There will be stories, rhymes, music, and more. This storytime is recommended for ages three to five, but all children are welcome to attend. 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. STEAM Week—Sensational Science: DIY Bath Bombs Monday, March 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: The "S" in STEAM is for SCIENCE! Get ready to mix, mold, and create your very own fizzy bath bombs! In this hands-on program, you’ll combine simple ingredients to craft colorf... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 17 2025 Mon STEAM Week—Sensational Science: DIY Bath Bombs 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: The "S" in STEAM is for SCIENCE! 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. Nintendo Switch Party! Monday, March 17, 2025 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. Mar 17 2025 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 "Children" group. ASAP Mondays: Breakdancing Monday, March 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: ASAP Teaching Artist and B-boy ASan leads this intro to breaking. Learn all the basic moves, and have fun putting them together to show your own individuality and self-expression. ... This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 17 2025 Mon ASAP Mondays: Breakdancing 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: ASAP Teaching Artist and B-boy ASan leads this intro to breaking. Learn all the basic moves, and have fun putting them together to show your own individuality and self-expression. Snack provided for all participants. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Luchador Storytime with Latin Thunder! Monday, March 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Join a special storytime featuring Latin Thunder, a Mexican Luchador (wrestler), for a reading of “Niño Wrestles the World” followed by a time for fan pics and autographs! Ac... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 17 2025 Mon Luchador Storytime with Latin Thunder! 4:00pm - 5:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join a special storytime featuring Latin Thunder, a Mexican Luchador (wrestler), for a reading of “Niño Wrestles the World” followed by a time for fan pics and autographs! 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Art 101 - Clay Creations Monday, March 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Join artist and staff member Fueche Vang as we sculpt various animals using air-dry clay. Learn about sculpting techniques, tools, armatures, and more! Materials will be provided. ... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Mar 17 2025 Mon Art 101 - Clay Creations 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 9 Event Details: Join artist and staff member Fueche Vang as we sculpt various animals using air-dry clay. Learn about sculpting techniques, tools, armatures, and more! Materials will be provided. No experience necessary. 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.
