This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Drop-in Crafternoon: Recycled Crafting Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Create with recycled objects at North Side! What will you make from a mix of recycled objects and art supplies?Drop-ins are planned with children in grades K-5 in mind, but all are... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 16 2025 Wed Drop-in Crafternoon: Recycled Crafting 2:00pm - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Create with recycled objects at North Side! What will you make from a mix of recycled objects and art supplies?Drop-ins are planned with children in grades K-5 in mind, but all 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. ASAP Wednesdays: Breakdance Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 16 2025 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Breakdance 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational 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. 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. Polk County Conservation: Animals in Iowa Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children Event Details: What kind of animals live in Iowa? What kind of animals used to live in Iowa? Join a Polk County Conservation educator to discover the answers to these questions and more. This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 16 2025 Wed Polk County Conservation: Animals in Iowa 3:30pm - 4:30pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational Event Details: What kind of animals live in Iowa? What kind of animals used to live in Iowa? Join a Polk County Conservation educator to discover the answers to these questions and more. 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. VolunTeen Drop-In Hour Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Teens Event Details: Earn volunteer hours by helping out with library programs and projects! Teens ages 12 to 18 can drop in any Wednesday we are open and volunteer for one hour.You must bring a volunt... This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 16 2025 Wed VolunTeen Drop-In Hour 4:00pm - 5:00pm Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Earn volunteer hours by helping out with library programs and projects! Teens ages 12 to 18 can drop in any Wednesday we are open and volunteer for one hour.
This event is in the "Adults" group. New Parenthood Journey Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: The New Parenthood Journey Program consists of three sessions designed to support all parents, both new and experienced as they navigate the transitions in parenthood. Individuals ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 17 2025 Thu New Parenthood Journey 10:30am - 11:30am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 50 Event Details: The New Parenthood Journey Program consists of three sessions designed to support all parents, both new and experienced as they navigate the transitions in parenthood. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Glowforge Training Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Tech Central at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use th... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 17 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Felt Fairy Wands 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. Apr 21 2025 Mon Felt Fairy Wands 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 "Adults" group. Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Family Room at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies. Facilitated by Blank Children's Hospital, each week will feature a guest... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 22 2025 Tue Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Family Room Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Family Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies. Disclaimer(s) Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Pop Bottle Bird Feeders Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Join us this Earth Day for a fun and eco-friendly workshop where we turn everyday pop bottles into a bird feeder! Joel with City of Des Moines Parks & Rec will help you craft y... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 22 2025 Tue Pop Bottle Bird Feeders 5:30pm - 6:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join us this Earth Day for a fun and eco-friendly workshop where we turn everyday pop bottles into a bird feeder! Joel with City of Des Moines Parks & Rec will help you craft your bird feeder and fill it with bird feed to take home. 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. Korean Mythology Escape Room Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Educational, Gaming Age Group: Adults Event Details: A new exhibit of Korean artifacts is being unveiled in less than an hour, but the centerpieces have gone missing! Finding them will mean coming face to face with ancient myths and ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 22 2025 Tue Korean Mythology Escape Room 6:30pm - 7:15pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Gaming Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: A new exhibit of Korean artifacts is being unveiled in less than an hour, but the centerpieces have gone missing! Finding them will mean coming face to face with ancient myths and outsmarting the creatures they depict.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Drop-in STEM Challenge: Blacklight Fun! Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Explore things that GLOW at North Side! Explore our neon craft supplies and check them out under a blacklight when you are done!Drop-ins are planned with children in grades K-5 in ... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 23 2025 Wed Drop-in STEM Challenge: Blacklight Fun! 2:00pm - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Explore things that GLOW at North Side! Explore our neon craft supplies and check them out under a blacklight when you are done!Drop-ins are planned with children in grades K-5 in mind, but all 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. ASAP Wednesdays: Breakdance Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Children, Teens 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 23 2025 Wed ASAP Wednesdays: Breakdance 3:30pm - 4:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational 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. 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. The Art of Expression: Tape Art Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Age Group: Teens Event Details: The Art of Expression is a program for teens to learn and create different types of art in a relaxed atmosphere. On April 23, experiment with tape to create geometric and abst... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 23 2025 Wed The Art of Expression: Tape Art 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 16 Event Details: The Art of Expression is a program for teens to learn and create different types of art in a relaxed atmosphere. On April 23, experiment with tape to create geometric and abstract designs.
This event is in the "Teens" group. VolunTeen Drop-In Hour Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Teens Event Details: Earn volunteer hours by helping out with library programs and projects! Teens ages 12 to 18 can drop in any Wednesday we are open and volunteer for one hour. You must bring a vo... This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 23 2025 Wed VolunTeen Drop-In Hour 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Earn volunteer hours by helping out with library programs and projects! Teens ages 12 to 18 can drop in any Wednesday we are open and volunteer for one hour.
This event is in the "Adults" group. New Parenthood Journey Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: The New Parenthood Journey Program consists of three sessions designed to support all parents, both new and experienced as they navigate the transitions in parenthood. Individuals ... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 24 2025 Thu New Parenthood Journey 10:30am - 11:30am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 50 Event Details: The New Parenthood Journey Program consists of three sessions designed to support all parents, both new and experienced as they navigate the transitions in parenthood. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Glowforge Training Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Tech Central at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use th... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 24 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 "All Ages" group. Birding For Life Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: All Ages Event Details: During this presentation, Rev. Dr. LoraKim Joyner, a conservationist and avian wildlife veterinarian for over 38 years, will review the scientific and cultural aspects of how peopl... This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 24 2025 Thu Birding For Life 6:30pm - 8:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: During this presentation, Rev. Dr.
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 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. We will talk about wher... 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 "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 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. Participants... 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 "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 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.Scot... 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 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. 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 "Teens" group. Teen Chef: PB&J Upgraded Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Teens Event Details: Curious about cooking? Sharpen your kitchen knowledge at our Teen Chef program and learn how to make a variety of delicious foods. On April 28, create your own customized PB&a... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Teen Chef: PB&J Upgraded 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 16 Event Details: Curious about cooking? Sharpen your kitchen knowledge at our Teen Chef program and learn how to make a variety of delicious foods. Disclaimer(s) 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Tech Central Open House Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Tech Central at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational, Play & Learn Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages Event Details: Check out what's new in Central Library's maker lab, Tech Central. From 3D printers to laser cutters, VHS digitizing to t-shirt making, sewing to button making and more! Various cr... Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Tech Central Open House 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Tech Central Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational, Play & Learn Required Seats Remaining: 40 Event Details: Check out what's new in Central Library's maker lab, Tech Central. From 3D printers to laser cutters, VHS digitizing to t-shirt making, sewing to button making and more! Various crafts and demonstrations available. Registration encouraged. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Family Room at Central Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies. Facilitated by Blank Children's Hospital, each week will feature a guest... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 29 2025 Tue Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Family Room Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Family Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies. Disclaimer(s) Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
