This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 15 - 17 2024 Take and Make: Tote Bag Stenciling All Day 7/15 - 7/17 This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 15 - 17 2024 Take and Make: Tote Bag Stenciling All Day 7/15 - 7/17 Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Take & Make Event Details: Stop by the Forest Avenue Library and pick up materials to stencil a tote bag. For more inspiration, use your library card to access crafty videos on Creativebug. While supplies last.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 16 - 22 2024 Frozen Treats from around the World Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/16 - 7/22 This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 16 - 22 2024 Frozen Treats from around the World Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/16 - 7/22 Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Travel around the world to learn all about the frozen treats that different cultures make in order to beat the heat! Find them all and win a really cool prize! Best for ages 6+
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 16 2024 Tue One-on-One Computer Sessions 10:00am - 12:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 16 2024 Tue One-on-One Computer Sessions 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Need help creating an email account? Polishing a resume or applying for a job? Come to the Forest Avenue Library on Tuesdays from 10:00AM-12PM and get individual computer assistance. First-come, first-served.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 16 2024 Tue Level Up: Switch Party! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 16 2024 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, Teens Program Type: Computers & Technology, 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. 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. 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. Jul 17 2024 Wed Family Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jul 17 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 "Teens" group. Jul 17 2024 Wed Des Moines Art Center: Creative Journaling Workshop 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 17 2024 Wed Des Moines Art Center: Creative Journaling Workshop 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Come explore creative writing, poetry, drawing and dance! 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. Jul 17 2024 Wed Chair Exercise with Grace Fitness 5:30pm - 6:15pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 17 2024 Wed Chair Exercise with Grace Fitness 5:30pm - 6:15pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Join Zakiya Jenkins from Grace Fitness as she leads chair exercises. All levels welcome!
This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 18 2024 Thu LEGO Quest 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 18 2024 Thu LEGO Quest 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Let's go on a LEGO quest!! Do you love to build? Do you love adventure stories? Do you love problem-solving? 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. Jul 19 2024 Fri Kids in the Kitchen 11:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 19 2024 Fri Kids in the Kitchen 11:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: Kids in the Kitchen is 6-7 week program based around the Department of Agriculture "MyPlate". Each session, students learn about a food group, why it is good for us, physical activity, and then we make a snack together at the end of the class. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 22 2024 Mon ASAP Mondays: Drumming Workshop 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 22 2024 Mon ASAP Mondays: Drumming Workshop 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, Play & Learn Registration Required Seats Remaining: 14 Event Details: Fernando Aveiga moved to Iowa from Ecuador, and performs in the band Parranderos Latin Combo. On Mondays in July (except the 1st), 4–5 p.m., he will also lead ASAP Mondays: Drumming classes! 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. Jul 22 2024 Mon Forest Avenue Library Book Discussion 6:00pm - 6:45pm Forest Avenue Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 22 2024 Mon Forest Avenue Library Book Discussion 6:00pm - 6:45pm Forest Avenue Conference Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Conference 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 at the desk.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 23 - 29 2024 Summer Vacation Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/23 - 7/29 This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 23 - 29 2024 Summer Vacation Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/23 - 7/29 Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: How many different ways can you think of to have fun during summer vacation! Find them all and win an awesome prize! Best for ages 6+
This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 23 2024 Tue Anime Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 23 2024 Tue Anime Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Movies Event Details: Are you a fan of anime or curious about what it's all about? Join us and make new friends as we view an episode of an anime show, talk about anime and manga, and have snacks! This program is intended for teens 13 years and older. 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. Movie Rating Movie is not intended for children unless accompanied by an adult.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jul 24 2024 Wed Family Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jul 24 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 "Teens" group. Jul 24 2024 Wed Des Moines Art Center: Creative Journaling Workshop 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 24 2024 Wed Des Moines Art Center: Creative Journaling Workshop 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Come explore creative writing, poetry, drawing and dance! 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. Jul 24 2024 Wed Chair Exercise with Grace Fitness 5:30pm - 6:15pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 24 2024 Wed Chair Exercise with Grace Fitness 5:30pm - 6:15pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Join Zakiya Jenkins from Grace Fitness as she leads chair exercises. All levels welcome!
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 25 2024 Thu Paper Bag Beaver Puppet | Marioneta De Castor 6:30pm - 7:30pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 25 2024 Thu Paper Bag Beaver Puppet | Marioneta De Castor 6:30pm - 7:30pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Storytimes Event Details: Come and join us at Forest Ave library to create a paper bag beaver puppet to commemorate the Canada Day. All materials will be provided. We will also learn some fun facts about our northern neighbor. 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. 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. Jul 26 2024 Fri Kids in the Kitchen 11:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 26 2024 Fri Kids in the Kitchen 11:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Seats Remaining: 13 Event Details: Kids in the Kitchen is 6-7 week program based around the Department of Agriculture "MyPlate". Each session, students learn about a food group, why it is good for us, physical activity, and then we make a snack together at the end of the class. 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon ASAP Mondays: Drumming Workshop 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 29 2024 Mon ASAP Mondays: Drumming Workshop 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, Play & Learn Registration Required Seats Remaining: 15 Event Details: Fernando Aveiga moved to Iowa from Ecuador, and performs in the band Parranderos Latin Combo. On Mondays in July (except the 1st), 4–5 p.m., he will also lead ASAP Mondays: Drumming classes! 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. Jul-Aug 2024 Batman vs. The Rogues Gallery Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/30 - 8/5 This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul-Aug 2024 Batman vs. The Rogues Gallery Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/30 - 8/5 Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Batman, Robin, and their team of super-powered friends are at the library to face off against Gotham City's most fearsome collection of villains, The Rogues Gallery! Find them all and win an amazing prize! Best for ages 6+
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 30 2024 Tue One-on-One Computer Sessions 10:00am - 12:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Jul 30 2024 Tue One-on-One Computer Sessions 10:00am - 12:00pm Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Need help creating an email account? Polishing a resume or applying for a job? Come to the Forest Avenue Library on Tuesdays from 10:00AM-12PM and get individual computer assistance. First-come, first-served.
This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 30 2024 Tue ARL TheraPets 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Jul 30 2024 Tue ARL TheraPets 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Join the ARL TheraPets and bring your favorite book to read to an animal! 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. Jul 31 2024 Wed Family Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jul 31 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 "Teens" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Des Moines Art Center: Creative Journaling Workshop 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. Jul 31 2024 Wed Des Moines Art Center: Creative Journaling Workshop 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Come explore creative writing, poetry, drawing and dance! 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.