This event is in the "Adults" group. Glowforge Training Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Tech Central at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use th... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 25 2024 Thu Glowforge Training 3:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Tech Central Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 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. Pokemon Terrariums Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Join us at the Central Library in creating a Pokemon Terrarium! All materials will be provided to make your own poke ball to take home and display! Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 25 2024 Thu Pokemon Terrariums 4:00pm - 4:30pm 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, Gaming, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Join us at the Central Library in creating a Pokemon Terrarium! All materials will be provided to make your own poke ball 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. Kids Pokémon Card Swap Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Children Event Details: Are you looking for a place to trade your Pokémon cards? Bring your friends and come to this monthly program with any cards you want to trade. This event is open to ... This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 25 2024 Thu Kids Pokémon Card Swap 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Are you looking for a place to trade your Pokémon cards? Bring your friends and come to this monthly program with any cards you want to trade. This event is open to children ages 7-18. 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. Pokemon Terrariums Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Gaming, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Join us at the Central Library in creating a Pokemon Terrarium! All materials will be provided to make your own poke ball to take home and display! Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 25 2024 Thu Pokemon Terrariums 4:30pm - 5:00pm 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, Gaming, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Join us at the Central Library in creating a Pokemon Terrarium! All materials will be provided to make your own poke ball 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. Brick Build-It Binder Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Take & Make Age Group: Children Event Details: Embark on a creative journey and make your very own travel LEGO Build it Binder! This innovative library program invites you to design and assemble your very own LEGO travel binder... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 25 2024 Thu Brick Build-It Binder 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Take & Make Required Seats Remaining: 19 Event Details: Embark on a creative journey and make your very own travel LEGO Build it Binder! Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Adults" group. South Side Evening Book Discussion-America The Beautiful? Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for South Side's Evening Book Discussion! We will be discussing America The Beautiful?: One Woman in a Borrowed Prius on the Road Most Traveled by Blythe Roberson. Sign up ... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 25 2024 Thu South Side Evening Book Discussion-America The Beautiful? 6:30pm - 7:30pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Join us for South Side's Evening Book Discussion! We will be discussing America The Beautiful?: One Woman in a Borrowed Prius on the Road Most Traveled by Blythe Roberson. 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. Next Steps Ukulele Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Do you already have some ukulele skills but want to learn more? Join us for four sessions of intermediate ukulele classes beginning July 16th and occurring on Tuesdays and Thursday... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 25 2024 Thu Next Steps Ukulele 6:30pm - 7:45pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 16 Event Details: Do you already have some ukulele skills but want to learn more? Join us for four sessions of intermediate ukulele classes beginning July 16th and occurring on Tuesdays and Thursday evenings at 6:30pm (7/16, 7/18, 7/23, 7/25). 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 Health Education: HIV/STI testing and education Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Primary Healthcare and The Project will be present community health education to the public, as well as HIV/STI testing. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 26 2024 Fri Community Health Education: HIV/STI testing and education 10:00am - 4:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: Primary Healthcare and The Project will be present community health education to the public, as well as HIV/STI testing.
This event is in the "Children" group. LEGO Fridays Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Beat the boredom during the summer by visiting the library and using your imagination to create amazing things with our LEGOs. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 26 2024 Fri LEGO Fridays 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Beat the boredom during the summer by visiting the library and using your imagination to create amazing things with our LEGOs.
This event is in the "Children" group. Kids in the Kitchen Friday, July 26, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Children Event Details: Kids in the Kitchen is 6-7 week program based around the Department of Agriculture "MyPlate". Each session, students learn about a food group, why it is good for us, physical activ... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 26 2024 Fri Kids in the Kitchen 11:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Kids in the Kitchen is 6-7 week program based around the Department of Agriculture "MyPlate". Each session, students learn about a food group, why it is good for us, physical activity, and then we make a snack together at the end of the class. 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Friday, July 26, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery 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. Jul 26 2024 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Cafe Gallery 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. Memory Cafe Friday, July 26, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Memory Cafés provide a welcoming social gathering for people living with dementia and their care partners, focusing on person-centered care for those living with dementia. We'll be... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 26 2024 Fri Memory Cafe 2:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Memory Cafés provide a welcoming social gathering for people living with dementia and their care partners, focusing on person-centered care for those living with dementia.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. LEGOs at the Library Saturday, July 27, 2024 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. Jul 27 2024 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Seoulmate Summer - A K-pop Event Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Teens, Adults Event Details: Do you like all things K-pop? Come to the Central Library for Seoulmate Summer!, a chance to hang out with other fans, participate in a bunch of activities, and win fun prizes... This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 27 2024 Sat Seoulmate Summer - A K-pop Event 1:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Do you like all things K-pop? Come to the Central Library for Seoulmate Summer!, a chance to hang out with other fans, participate in a bunch of activities, and win fun prizes.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Hunt a Killer: Moon Summit Episode 2 Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for a multi-week investigation! This game will have six episodes. This is Episode 2, you will need to have played Episode 1. A graduate student appears to have died f... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 27 2024 Sat Hunt a Killer: Moon Summit Episode 2 2:00pm - 3:30pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gaming Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Join us for a multi-week investigation! This game will have six episodes. This is Episode 2, you will need to have played Episode 1. 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. Animal Friends Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/29 - 8/10 South Side Library Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Kids! 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. For youth ages 3 and up. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul-Aug 2024 Animal Friends Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/29 - 8/10 Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Event Details: Kids! 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. For youth ages 3 and up.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Toddler Storytime Monday, July 29, 2024 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. Jul 29 2024 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) 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. 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. Art Cart Mondays Monday, July 29, 2024 at 10:00am - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Event Details: Get creative at North Side! Drop-in to the library on Mondays during June and July to enjoy a variety of arts and crafts supplies. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon Art Cart Mondays 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 to the library on Mondays during June and July to enjoy a variety 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Preschool Storytime Monday, July 29, 2024 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. Jul 29 2024 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 "Adults" group. The Outreach Project Monday, July 29, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery 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. Jul 29 2024 Mon The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Cafe Gallery 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. ASAP Mondays: Drumming Workshop Monday, July 29, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Fernando Aveiga moved to Iowa from Ecuador, and performs in the band Parranderos Latin Combo. On Mondays in July (except the 1st), 4–5 p.m., he will also lead ASAP Mondays: Drummin... Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon ASAP Mondays: Drumming Workshop 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Fernando Aveiga moved to Iowa from Ecuador, and performs in the band Parranderos Latin Combo. On Mondays in July (except the 1st), 4–5 p.m., he will also lead ASAP Mondays: Drumming classes! 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. FormLabs Form 3 Resin 3D Printer Training Class Monday, July 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Tech Central at Central Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: Would you like to use Tech Central's new FormLabs Form 3 resin 3D printer? Take this required training to learn how! Participants will learn how to use FormLabs free Pr... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon FormLabs Form 3 Resin 3D Printer Training Class 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Tech Central Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Details: Would you like to use Tech Central's new FormLabs Form 3 resin 3D printer? Take this required training to learn how! Participants will learn how to use FormLabs free PreForm software to prepare their 3D prints for printing at the libra Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Learn to Sculpt Butter with Sarah Pratt! Monday, July 29, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: All Ages Event Details: We're gearing up for the state fair with a very special guest! Join special guest Sarah Pratt, the Iowa State Fair's butter sculptor, to talk about what it's like to sculpt... Required This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon Learn to Sculpt Butter with Sarah Pratt! 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 35 Event Details: We're gearing up for the state fair with a very special guest! 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. 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. Email Required Please make sure you have entered a valid email address as the online event details will be sent to you prior to the event. If you have not received a confirmation email your inbox, please check your spam folder.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Family Storytime: Instrument Petting Zoo Monday, July 29, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Des Moines Symphony Academy is visiting South Side Library with an "Instrument Petting Zoo"! Children can learn about and listen to string instruments as well as get some hands-on ... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon Family Storytime: Instrument Petting Zoo 6:30pm - 7:15pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Des Moines Symphony Academy is visiting South Side Library with an "Instrument Petting Zoo"! Children can learn about and listen to string instruments as well as get some hands-on experience with them! Best for youth ages 3-12. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.