This event is in the "Teens" group. Manga Book Club (ages 13+) Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Teens Event Details: Whether you are passionate about manga or just interested in seeing what it's all about, the Forest Ave Library's Manga Book Club is a place for you to make friends, read fun and e... Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 11 2024 Tue Manga Book Club (ages 13+) 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Book Clubs Required Seats Remaining: 10 Event Details: Whether you are passionate about manga or just interested in seeing what it's all about, the Forest Ave Library's Manga Book Club is a place for you to make friends, read fun and exciting stories, make art, and play games.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Game On! Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Join us at Central Library for Game On! Tweens and Teens (10-18) are welcome to enjoy snacks and play games with friends! We'll alternate between board games, card games, and games... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 11 2024 Tue Game On! 4:30pm - 5:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Join us at Central Library for Game On! Tweens and Teens (10-18) are welcome to enjoy snacks and play games with friends! We'll alternate between board games, card games, and games on the Nintendo Switch. 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. 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. Books & Bites Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm Off Site Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adults Event Details: This month's book is The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by Shannon Chakraborty. Copies are available at the Central Library Circulation Desk and Pickup Window while supplies la... Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 11 2024 Tue Books & Bites 6:30pm - 7:45pm Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: This month's book is The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi by Shannon Chakraborty.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Baby Rhyme Time Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1 at Central Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Join us weekly 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. Jun 12 2024 Wed Baby Rhyme Time 9:30am - 10:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us weekly for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months. 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. Sunshine Storytime Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Library Lawn at East Side Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Join us on the lawn for stories, songs and early literacy activities! Bring your own chair or blanket for seating and your energy for fun! This event is geared for ages 3-6 b... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Sunshine Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Library Lawn Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Library Lawn Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us on the lawn for stories, songs and early literacy activities! Bring your own chair or blanket for seating and your energy for fun! This event is geared for ages 3-6 but older and younger siblings are welcome. 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. Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm North Side Study Room 2 at North Side Library Program Type: Computers & Technology Age Group: Adults Event Details: Staff from the Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers. A career coach can guide you through... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center 10:00am - 12:00pm North Side Study Room 2 Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Study Room 2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Staff from the Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Family Storytime Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:15am - 10:45am Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Storytimes Age Group: Birth-Preschool Event Details: Listen to silly stories, sing songs, dance to music, and make art! Join us at Forest Avenue Library for Family Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10:15 A.M. Family... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Family Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Listen to silly stories, sing songs, dance to music, and make art! Join us at Forest Avenue Library for Family Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10:15 A.M. 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. Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement Wednesday, June 12, 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 Donna for this fun filled story time! Together we will enjoy stories, songs, and more, all selected to engage your active toddler. Ages 18 months to 3 years old.  ... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement 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 Donna for this fun filled story time! Together we will enjoy stories, songs, and more, all selected to engage your active toddler. Ages 18 months to 3 years old. 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. Outdoor Obstacle Course Challenge! Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am South Side Library Lawn at South Side Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Come to the South Side Library lawn and see how fast you can complete our outdoor obstacle course! Get ready to crawl, run, and maybe even get a little wet! Best for ages ... This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Outdoor Obstacle Course Challenge! 10:30am - 11:30am South Side Library Lawn Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Library Lawn Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Come to the South Side Library lawn and see how fast you can complete our outdoor obstacle course! Get ready to crawl, run, and maybe even get a little wet! Best for ages 6 and up. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. Inclement Weather 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. Plant, Grow, Fly! with Des Moines Parks and Recreation Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Event Details: Learn about butterflies and plants with Environmental Educator Joel Van Roekel, from the Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department. Participants will get to plant their own butter... Required This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Plant, Grow, Fly! with Des Moines Parks and Recreation 11:30am - 12:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Learn about butterflies and plants with Environmental Educator Joel Van Roekel, from the Des Moines Parks and Recreation Department. Participants will get to plant their own butterfly garden to take home! 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. Beginner's Ukulele Camp Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Get started on the ukulele and quickly learn to play familiar tunes while having fun! Play your own ukulele or borrow one of North Side's soprano ukuleles for the class. Natalie St... Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Beginner's Ukulele Camp 1:30pm - 2:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Details: Get started on the ukulele and quickly learn to play familiar tunes while having fun! Play your own ukulele or borrow one of North Side's soprano ukuleles for the class.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Lawyers in Libraries: Powers of Attorney & Living Wills Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Adults Event Details: Join us for Spring Lawyers in Libraries Program sponsored by the ISBA Legal Access Committee. This program will focus on financial power of attorney, health care power of attorney,... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Lawyers in Libraries: Powers of Attorney & Living Wills 1:30pm - 2:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join us for Spring Lawyers in Libraries Program sponsored by the ISBA Legal Access Committee. 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. Mindfulness Meditation Presented by Supportive Services for Veteran Families Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 at Central Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Event Details: This program will include a brief overview of where Mindfulness Meditation comes from and why we do it, followed by a 20 minute sitting practice with time for Q&A afterwar... This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Mindfulness Meditation Presented by Supportive Services for Veteran Families 1:30pm - 2:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: This program will include a brief overview of where Mindfulness Meditation comes from and why we do it, followed by a 20 minute sitting practice with time for Q&A afterwards. Chair seating will be available.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Party Outside the Box with Esteban the Crayon Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Event Details: Join us for a colorful celebration featuring crafts, activities, and games. Special guest Esteban the Crayon from The Day the Crayons Quit will be here giving out high fives ... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Party Outside the Box with Esteban the Crayon 3:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn Event Details: Join us for a colorful celebration featuring crafts, activities, and games. Special guest Esteban the Crayon from The Day the Crayons Quit will be here giving out high fives and posing for photos. 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. VolunTEENS Work Time Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Imagination Station at 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. Jun 12 2024 Wed VolunTEENS Work Time 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Imagination Station Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Imagination Station 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 "Adults" group. Hunt a Killer: Moon Summit Episode 1 Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm 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 1. Perfect if you haven't started playing Moon Summit. A graduate student appears to... Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 12 2024 Wed Hunt a Killer: Moon Summit Episode 1 6:00pm - 7:30pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gaming Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Join us for a multi-week investigation! This game will have six episodes. This is Episode 1. Perfect if you haven't started playing Moon Summit. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Wiggles and Giggles Thursday, June 13, 2024 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! The storytime will take place in the meeting room to allow for social distancing. &nbs... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 13 2024 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! The storytime will take place in the meeting room to allow for social distancing. 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, June 13, 2024 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. Jun 13 2024 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Beginner's Ukulele Camp Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm North Side Meeting Room at North Side Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children, Teens Event Details: Get started on the ukulele and quickly learn to play familiar tunes while having fun! Play your own ukulele or borrow one of North Side's soprano ukuleles for the class. Natalie St... Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu Beginner's Ukulele Camp 1:30pm - 2:30pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Details: Get started on the ukulele and quickly learn to play familiar tunes while having fun! Play your own ukulele or borrow one of North Side's soprano ukuleles for the class.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Glowforge Training Thursday, June 13, 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. Jun 13 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. LEGO Space Challenge Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room at Franklin Avenue Library Program Type: Gaming Age Group: Children Event Details: Blast off to your next LEGO challenge. Bring the family and your sense of fun creating epic spaceships, kooky aliens, and cool vehicles! But beware, you never know when disaster ma... Required This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu LEGO Space Challenge 3:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Required Seats Remaining: 34 Event Details: Blast off to your next LEGO challenge. Bring the family and your sense of fun creating epic spaceships, kooky aliens, and cool vehicles! But beware, you never know when disaster may strike! Registration is required. Age 3 and up. 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. All Aboard the Summer Reading Train! Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Library Lawn at South Side Library Program Type: Play & Learn Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Event Details: Celebrate Summer Reading at South Side Library! Enjoy a train ride with our friends from Choo Choo Rides 4 U and be amazed at the balloon art stylings of Professor Von Air! ... This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu All Aboard the Summer Reading Train! 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Library Lawn Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Library Lawn Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Celebrate Summer Reading at South Side Library! Enjoy a train ride with our friends from Choo Choo Rides 4 U and be amazed at the balloon art stylings of Professor Von Air! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. Inclement Weather This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "Children" group. Polk County Conservation: Reptiles Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room at Forest Avenue Library Program Type: Educational Age Group: Children Event Details: Discuss the fears and myths about these scaly critters people love to hate. Find out how reptiles smell, see, and move. A live animal will be used if available. Supports Iowa ... This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu Polk County Conservation: Reptiles 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational Event Details: Discuss the fears and myths about these scaly critters people love to hate. Find out how reptiles smell, see, and move. A live animal will be used if available. Supports Iowa Life Science Standards. 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. Intro to Dance Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm East Side Meeting Room at East Side Library Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Age Group: Children Event Details: The East Side Library welcomes dancers from Yaro Dance Company, dancers will be here to show off their shoes and costumes and talk about their love of dance! You can try some basic... This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 13 2024 Thu Intro to Dance 5:30pm - 6:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Event Details: The East Side Library welcomes dancers from Yaro Dance Company, dancers will be here to show off their shoes and costumes and talk about their love of dance! 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.