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 "Adults" group. Yoga Flow Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join TogetherMSM for Yoga Flow with Meshell from Serene Petal Therapy. Meshell will focus on releasing trauma and tension, while cultivating gratitude and boosting s... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 26 2025 Sat Yoga Flow 10:00am - 11:30am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Join TogetherMSM for Yoga Flow with Meshell from Serene Petal Therapy. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Children" group. Día del Niño Celebration! /¡Celebración del Día del Niño! Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Off Site Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: Día is an international celebration of the joy found in early childhood and reading. This year, the Des Moines Public Library and its community partners are celebrating together!Jo... Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 26 2025 Sat Día del Niño Celebration! /¡Celebración del Día del Niño! 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Día is an international celebration of the joy found in early childhood and reading. This year, the Des Moines Public Library and its community partners are celebrating together! Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Inclement Weather This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates. Off Site Event Please note, this event does not take place at the library. Please check the Location Details for the address of the event. Outdoor Program This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Springtime Family Social Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children 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 "Adults" group. Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable (Buy. Eat. Live Healthy) Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: Aprenda a hacer recetas fáciles, nutritivas y baratas con una instructora de Iowa State University - Extension. Durante esta clase de 8 semanas, aprenderá a:Ahorrar dinero: c... This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 26 2025 Sat Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable (Buy. Eat. Live Healthy) 12:00pm - 1:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Aprenda a hacer recetas fáciles, nutritivas y baratas con una instructora de Iowa State University - Extension. Durante esta clase de 8 semanas, aprenderá a:Ahorrar dinero: comprar y gastar menos en sus alimentos. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "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 "Children" group. I Spy: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month All Day 4/28 - 4/30 Central Library Children’s Area at Central Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Children Event Details: We're celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month! Find all of the pictures in the Youth area to get a prize! This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 28 - 30 2025 I Spy: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month All Day 4/28 - 4/30 Central Library Children’s Area Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: We're celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month! Find all of the pictures in the Youth area to get a prize! Disclaimer(s) Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. May Flowers Scavenger Hunt! All Day 4/28 - 5/10 South Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens 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. Apr-May 2025 May Flowers Scavenger Hunt! All Day 4/28 - 5/10 Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Visit South and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the sheet and win a prize!
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Family Storytime with Iowa Juneteenth Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Join us for a special Juneteenth Storytime with a representative from Iowa Juneteenth! Enjoy a captivating read-aloud, learn about upcoming celebrations, and take part in a hands-o... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Family Storytime with Iowa Juneteenth 10:00am - 10:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for a special Juneteenth Storytime with a representative from Iowa Juneteenth! Enjoy a captivating read-aloud, learn about upcoming celebrations, and take part in a hands-on craft.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Toddler Storytime Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool 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. Apr 28 2025 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Art Cart Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area at North Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Event Details: Get creative at North Side! Drop-in and enjoy our cart full 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. Apr 28 2025 Mon Art Cart 10:00am - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get creative at North Side! Drop-in and enjoy our cart full of arts and crafts supplies! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Teens" group. Eco-Friendly Crafts: T-shirt Tote Bags Monday, April 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Teens Event Details: Eco-friendly crafts repurpose, reuse and upcycle everyday items to give them new life! Join the library in making reusable bags out of thrifted t-shirts. No sewing skills need... This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Eco-Friendly Crafts: T-shirt Tote Bags 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Eco-friendly crafts repurpose, reuse and upcycle everyday items to give them new life! Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mini Gardens Monday, April 28, 2025 at 3:00pm - 3:45pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Join us at the Central Library in creating whimsical Mini Gardens (also known as Fairy Gardens) in honor of National Garden Month! All materials will be provided to make your own M... Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Mini Gardens 3:00pm - 3:45pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Join us at the Central Library in creating whimsical Mini Gardens (also known as Fairy Gardens) in honor of National Garden Month! All materials will be provided to make your own Mini Garden to take home and display! Disclaimer(s) Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Mini Gardens Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 at Central Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Join us at the Central Library in creating whimsical Mini Gardens (also known as Fairy Gardens) in honor of National Garden Month! All materials will be provided to make your own M... Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Mini Gardens 4:00pm - 4:45pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Details: Join us at the Central Library in creating whimsical Mini Gardens (also known as Fairy Gardens) in honor of National Garden Month! All materials will be provided to make your own Mini Garden to take home and display! Disclaimer(s) Central Parking Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group. ASAP Mondays : Cookie and Cupcake Decorating Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Children Event Details: Art helps us practice patience and focus; but how about applying those skills to make something yummy? In these four weeks, we will decorate treats with professional baker Alisa Wo... This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon ASAP Mondays : Cookie and Cupcake Decorating 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Art helps us practice patience and focus; but how about applying those skills to make something yummy? Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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 "Adults" group. Forest Avenue Library Book Discussion Monday, April 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Event Details: Stop by the Forest Avenue Library to pick up a copy of this month's title, The Djinn Waits a Hundred Years by Shubnum Khan. This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 28 2025 Mon Forest Avenue Library Book Discussion 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Stop by the Forest Avenue Library to pick up a copy of this month's title, The Djinn Waits a Hundred Years by Shubnum Khan.
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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Family Storytime Monday, April 28, 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. Apr 28 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.
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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Babies, toddlers, and their caregivers can join us on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, lap bounces, and a story.This program is recommended for children from birth to 24 months of age. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 29 2025 Tue Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time 10:00am - 10:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Babies, toddlers, and their caregivers can join us on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, lap bounces, and a story.This program is recommended for children from birth to 24 months of age.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Baby Rhyme Time Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 29 2025 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 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: Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Play, Grow, Learn! Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room at South Side Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers can engage in open play, come and go activities at South. Play, Grow, Learn is an opportunity to meet families with other young chil... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 29 2025 Tue Play, Grow, Learn! 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers can engage in open play, come and go activities at South. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
