This event is in the "Teens" group. VolunTEENS Work Time Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens Event Details: If you're between the ages of 12-18 and looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity, give the library a try! We would love to have your help! This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 12 2025 Wed VolunTEENS Work Time 4:00pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: If you're between the ages of 12-18 and looking for a fun and rewarding volunteer opportunity, give the library a try! We would love to have your help! 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Preschool Storytime Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers can join us Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for a 30-minute storytime with stories, music, and fun activities! This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers can join us Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for a 30-minute storytime with stories, music, and fun activities!
This event is in the "Children" group. Art Cart-Elephant Mask Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: It's National Elephant Day! Come celebrate by making your own mask and learning some facts about elephants. All ages are welcome. Children's area. This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Art Cart-Elephant Mask 10:00am - 5:00pm 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: It's National Elephant Day! Come celebrate by making your own mask and learning some facts about elephants. All ages are welcome. Children's area. 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. Wiggles and Giggles Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 10:15am - 10:45am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Join us at the Central Library for a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming! This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Wiggles and Giggles 10:15am - 10:45am 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, Storytimes Event Details: Join us at the Central Library for a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and rhyming! 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Preschool Storytime Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and learn school readiness skills. Afterwards, we will enjoy free-play together. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and learn school readiness skills. Afterwards, we will enjoy free-play 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Glowforge Training Thursday, March 13, 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. Mar 13 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. ASAP Thursdays Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Join ASAP and a special artist every Thursday to do fun art and learn new skills! This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu ASAP Thursdays 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join ASAP and a special artist every Thursday to do fun art and learn new skills! 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. 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 "Children" group. Book Bites: Yellow Lentil Daal Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Children Event Details: 📚 Book: Bilal Cooks Daal by Aisha Saeed🍴 Recipe: Yellow Lentil DaalJoin Bilal and his friends as they discover the patience and joy of cooking daal, a delicious lentil dish from So... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 13 2025 Thu Book Bites: Yellow Lentil Daal 5:30pm - 6:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: 📚 Book: Bilal Cooks Daal by Aisha Saeed🍴 Recipe: Yellow Lentil Daal 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 "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. Crafternoon : Make your own fidget toy Friday, March 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: Join us for a drop-in craft project at Forest! Use the supplies and provided instructions to make a fidget toy to take home. Stop by anytime between 1-5pm. Ages 6+. This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 14 2025 Fri Crafternoon : Make your own fidget toy 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 fidget toy 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 "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 "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 "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. 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. 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 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. Movie Watch Party : The Wild Robot Monday, March 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Movies Age Group: Children Event Details: After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orph... This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 17 2025 Mon Movie Watch Party : The Wild Robot 2:00pm - 4:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Movies Event Details: After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose. 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 "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. Family Storytime Monday, March 17, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Join us for our evening Family Storytime at 6:30 p.m.! Kids and caregivers can join us for fun songs, stories, and acivities. You can even wear your jammies! Best fo... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Mar 17 2025 Mon Family Storytime 6:30pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for our evening Family Storytime at 6:30 p.m.! Kids and caregivers can join us for fun songs, stories, and acivities. You can even wear your jammies! Best for ages 6 and under, but all are welcome! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
