This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 12 2025 Thu Kids Pokémon Card Swap 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 12 2025 Thu Kids Pokémon Card Swap 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Are you looking for a place to trade your Pokémon cards? Bring your friends and come to this monthly program with any cards you want to trade. This event is open to children ages 6-18. Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. 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. Jun 13 - 14 2025 Model Train Display with DesMoiNTrak All Day 6/13 - 6/14 Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. 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. Jun 13 - 14 2025 Model Train Display with DesMoiNTrak All Day 6/13 - 6/14 North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens, Adults, All Ages Program Type: Exhibits Event Details: All aboard! Trains are taking over the North Side Library this weekend! Visit the library to see a huge model train display set up by the DesMoiNTrak modular railroad club.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 13 2025 Fri Instrument Petting Zoo with Des Moines Symphony 10:00am - 10:45am 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. Jun 13 2025 Fri Instrument Petting Zoo with Des Moines Symphony 10:00am - 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, Children Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Event Details: The Instrument Petting Zoo is visiting the Central Library! Children as young as 3 can learn about and practice playing string instruments with Des Moines Symphony's Michele Senger. 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. Jun 13 2025 Fri Storytime at the Heritage Carousel 10:30am - 11:15am Birth-Preschool, Children North Side Library Outreach Offsite Event This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 13 2025 Fri Storytime at the Heritage Carousel 10:30am - 11:15am North Side Library Outreach Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Library Outreach Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Details: Join Ms. Alicia at the Heritage Carousel for a special storytime for the whole family! 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. 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 13 2025 Fri Energy Efficiency at Home: Be an Energy Detective! 11:00am - 12:00pm Children East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 13 2025 Fri Energy Efficiency at Home: Be an Energy Detective! 11:00am - 12:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational Event Details: 🏠Energy Efficiency at 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. 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. Jun 14 2025 Sat Tippi Toes Dance Class 10:30am - 11:00am 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. Jun 14 2025 Sat Tippi Toes Dance Class 10:30am - 11:00am 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: Health & Wellness Event Details: Tippi Toes is coming back to the library!Our exciting, high energy dance classes are the perfect opportunity for kids to try something new while having a blast and burning some energy! Any child between the ages 2-10 can participate. 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. Jun 16 2025 Mon Summer Brain Break Bags: Gnomes! All Day Birth-Preschool, Children This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 16 2025 Mon Summer Brain Break Bags: Gnomes! All Day Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Play & Learn, Take & Make Event Details: Stop by South Side Library and pick up a Summer Brain Break Bag full of fun activities and crafts!While Supplies Last
This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 16 - 18 2025 Take & Make: Build Our Community Project All Day 6/16 - 6/18 Children East Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 16 - 18 2025 Take & Make: Build Our Community Project All Day 6/16 - 6/18 East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: 🌎🏡 What does your home look like? Let’s build a community together! Join our Take & Make: Build Our Community project! Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 16 2025 Mon Family Storytime 6:30pm - 7:00pm Birth-Preschool, Children South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 16 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue Drop-In STEM Challenge 2:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Teens Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue Drop-In STEM Challenge 2:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Event Details: STEM Challenge 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. Jun 17 2025 Tue ASAP Tuesdays: Nature's Palette 3:30pm - 4:30pm Children East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue ASAP Tuesdays: Nature's Palette 3:30pm - 4:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Nature's PaletteSnack provided for all participants Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue Awesome Reptiles with Spock's Sanctuary 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue Awesome Reptiles with Spock's Sanctuary 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational Event Details: Love reptiles? Come to the library to meet the animal ambassadors from Spock's Sanctuary, Des Moines' own reptile and amphibian pet rescue!
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue Outdoor Sensory Play Hour 4:00pm - 5:00pm Birth-Preschool, Children South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue Outdoor Sensory Play Hour 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Come to South Side for an hour of sensory exploration! 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. Jun 17 2025 Tue Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Event Details: When you're learning to read, practicing out loud can be daunting! Visit Central Library to practice reading with an ARL TheraPet. Engaging with animals is a great way to boost confidence and reduce anxiety around learning to read. 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue Tween Book Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Teens North Side Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 17 2025 Tue Tween Book Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Seats Remaining: 6 Event Details: Tweens and teens ages 10-14 can join us for a book club on the last Tuesday of the month. Please note that we are meeting one week earlier on June 17 this month. 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. Jun 18 2025 Wed Sunshine Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Birth-Preschool, Children East Side Library Lawn This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 18 2025 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 "Children" group. Jun 18 2025 Wed The Life and Times of Stars with Dan Hoy 11:30am - 12:15pm Children North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 18 2025 Wed The Life and Times of Stars with Dan Hoy 11:30am - 12:15pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Event Details: Learn about our closest star, the Sun, with NASA Solar System Ambassador Dan Hoy! 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. Jun 18 2025 Wed Art in the Summer: Shrinky Dinks 4:00pm - 4:45pm Children Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 18 2025 Wed Art in the Summer: Shrinky Dinks 4:00pm - 4:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Design and color your own Shrinky Dink and watch it magically get smaller right before your eyes. Please pre-register for this program. The Franklin Library is located on DART Route #5. 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. Jun 20 - 21 2025 Take & Make: Build Our Community Project All Day 6/20 - 6/21 Children East Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 20 - 21 2025 Take & Make: Build Our Community Project All Day 6/20 - 6/21 East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: 🌎🏡 What does your home look like? Let’s build a community together! Join our Take & Make: Build Our Community project! Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 23 - 28 2025 Take & Make: Build Our Community Project All Day 6/23 - 6/28 Children East Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 23 - 28 2025 Take & Make: Build Our Community Project All Day 6/23 - 6/28 East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: 🌎🏡 What does your home look like? Let’s build a community together! Join our Take & Make: Build Our Community project! Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 23 2025 Mon Nintendo Switch Party! 3:00pm - 4:00pm Children, Teens Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 23 2025 Mon Nintendo Switch Party! 3:00pm - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Join us for a Nintendo Switch Party! We will have games like Mario Kart 8 & Super Mario Bros. Ultimate. Feel free to bring your own Switch or share the library’s controllers. 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. Jun 23 2025 Mon Family Storytime 6:30pm - 7:00pm Birth-Preschool, Children South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 23 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 "Children" group. Jun 24 2025 Tue ASAP Tuesdays: Nature's Palette 3:30pm - 4:30pm Children East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 24 2025 Tue ASAP Tuesdays: Nature's Palette 3:30pm - 4:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Nature's PaletteSnack provided for all participants Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library. Accompanying Adults This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 24 2025 Tue Level Up: Switch Party! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 24 2025 Tue Level Up: Switch Party! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Join other gamers and test your skills on the Nintendo Switch! We will have Smash Bros and Mario Kart on the big screen for tournament play with new friends or bring your own Switch to play on your own.Ages 6 years and up! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
