This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Glowforge Training 3:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Central Library Tech Central Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 14 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 Registration Required Seats Remaining: 3 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. Nov 14 2024 Thu EPIC Graphic Novel Book Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu EPIC Graphic Novel Book Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: Are you a graphic novel fan? Join us for our EPIC Graphic Novel BOOK CLUB for ages 7-11. 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. Nov 14 2024 Thu Dino-vember Celebration! 4:30pm - 5:30pm Birth-Preschool, Children Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Dino-vember Celebration! 4:30pm - 5:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Event Details: Don't be a fossil--come to the Central Library and celebrate Dino-vember with us! We'll have a Tyrannosau-rockin' good time with a variety of activities and crafts that will have kids of all ages roaring with delight! 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. 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. 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. Nov 14 2024 Thu Gardening with Native Plants Meet-Up 5:30pm - 7:00pm Adults North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Gardening with Native Plants Meet-Up 5:30pm - 7:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Connect with others interested in environmentally friendly gardens. The focus is on native plants which foster and nourish wildlife.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Google Suite Workshop 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults East Side Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Google Suite Workshop 6:00pm - 7:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Details: Join us for the Google Suite workshop! We will run through the basics of how to use services like Gmail, Google Docs, Sheets, Slides and more.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Reading on the Margins Book Discussion 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 14 2024 Thu Reading on the Margins Book Discussion 6:30pm - 7:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Join us once a month to discuss books by underrepresented authors. Our goal is to amplify these voices and experiences while discussing social issues in the context of fiction and non-fiction books.
This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 15 2024 Fri LEGO Fridays 10:00am - 4:00pm Children Franklin Avenue Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 15 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 on Fridays by visiting the library and using your imagination to create amazing things with our LEGOs.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 15 2024 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 15 2024 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: The Des Moines Public Library is partnering with area organizations to connect people with community resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat "Creepy Carrots" Storytime with Jasper Rabbit 10:00am - 10:30am Birth-Preschool, Children North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat "Creepy Carrots" Storytime with Jasper Rabbit 10:00am - 10:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Jasper Rabbit is coming to North Side! He's known for taking on those creepy carrots, crayons, and even a creepy pair of underwear! Come for a fun storytime and get your picture taken with Jasper. 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. Nov 16 2024 Sat Little Explorers 10:00am - 11:00am Birth-Preschool Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat Little Explorers 10:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Bring your young ones to our Little Explorers program, designed for children ages 0-5, to discover, learn and play with different sensory activities. No Registration is Required. Please wear play clothes as some activities may be messy. 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. Nov 16 2024 Sat Bear Craft Day 10:00am - 4:00pm Children Franklin Avenue Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat Bear Craft Day 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: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Celebrate Bear Day with us in the children's area! Come and join in the joy of honoring these magnificent creatures by creating your very own bear craft to cherish and take home with you. All ages. 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. Nov 16 2024 Sat Dino-Mite Saturdays 10:00am - 4:00pm Children East Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat Dino-Mite Saturdays 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Join us every Saturday in November for a roaring good time at our Dino-Mite Saturdays! Bring your little ones to the library for a hands-on, imaginative play experience using our giant foam dinosaur bones. Disclaimer(s) Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable (Buy. Eat. Live Healthy) 10:30am - 12:00pm Adults North Side Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable (Buy. Eat. Live Healthy) 10:30am - 12:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 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 "Adults" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat Novel November Write-In 10:30am - 4:30pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 3 Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat Novel November Write-In 10:30am - 4:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Seats Remaining: 48 Event Details: Skip the scramble for outlets at coffee bars and come to the library to connect with your fellow writers or to write individually! Feel free to stay all day or just stop by for a quick visit. 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. Nov 16 2024 Sat Puzzle and Game Cafe 11:00am - 1:00pm All Ages South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat Puzzle and Game Cafe 11:00am - 1:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Love playing board games or putting together puzzles? Stop by the South Side Meeting Room to play a selection of provided board games and puzzles or invite a group and bring your own! Snacks will be provided. 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. Nov 16 2024 Sat Baking Pan Exchange 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 16 2024 Sat Baking Pan Exchange 2:00pm - 3:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Tired of the same old cake shape? Want to jazz up your baked goods for the holidays? Join us for a baking pan exchange to find some new to you shapes while retiring your regulars. 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. Nov 18 - 22 2024 Dinovember Take & Make All Day 11/18 - 11/22 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 18 - 22 2024 Dinovember Take & Make All Day 11/18 - 11/22 Library Branch: East Side Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Event Details: Celebrate Dinovember with a month-long Take and Make adventure at the library! Pick up your Dinovember kit filled with fun, dino-themed activities that will keep young paleontologists busy all month long. 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. Nov 18 - 27 2024 Drop-in Craft: Corn Necklace All Day 11/18 - 11/27 Children Central Library Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 18 - 27 2024 Drop-in Craft: Corn Necklace All Day 11/18 - 11/27 Central Library Children’s Area Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn Event Details: Did you enjoy corn this summer? What about popcorn while watching a movie? The corn we eat today was first discovered and grown by Native Americans. 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. Nov 18 - 27 2024 Moana Scavenger Hunt! All Day 11/18 - 11/27 Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 18 - 27 2024 Moana Scavenger Hunt! All Day 11/18 - 11/27 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. Nov 18 2024 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Birth-Preschool East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Nov 18 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) 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. Nov 18 2024 Mon Preschool Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Birth-Preschool Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Nov 18 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. Nov 18 2024 Mon East Side Book Discussion Group 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon East Side Book Discussion Group 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Please join us for our monthly book group where we will discuss The Sentence by Louise Erdrich 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. Nov 18 2024 Mon ASAP Mondays: Fiber Art 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Teens Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon ASAP Mondays: Fiber Art 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 Event Details: Fiber art uses materials like fabric, yarn, thread, and techniques like weaving, stitching, and tying to make cool projects! At ASAP Mondays with Megan Clausen, we will make a different fiber art project each week. Snack provided. 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. Nov 18 2024 Mon Nimbus Reading Circle 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Nov 18 2024 Mon Nimbus Reading Circle 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Seats Remaining: 11 Event Details: At this reading group, presented and sponsored by Monsoon Asians & Pacific Islanders in Solidarity, a special guest will share a book and activity that celebrate diverse iden