This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue Play, Grow, Learn! 10:00am - 11:30am Birth-Preschool South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 15 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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:15am - 11:00am Birth-Preschool Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:15am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Babies and their caregivers can join Miss Jennifer on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story followed by a short playtime. 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. Apr 15 2025 Tue Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time 10:30am - 11:00am Birth-Preschool North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time 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: 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. 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. Apr 15 2025 Tue North Side Book Discussion 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue North Side Book Discussion 2:00pm - 3:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: This month we will be reading and discussing TBD. Copies of the book are available at the North Side Library. 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 "Children" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue LEGO Club 3:00pm - 5:00pm Children Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue LEGO Club 3:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Join us for an after-school LEGO Club where building blocks will be available for open play! Use your imagination to build your ideas or use the STEM-challenge prompts and building guides to bring ideas to life. Drop-in anytime between 3-5pm. 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. Apr 15 2025 Tue Creative Readers-From Book to Art! 4:00pm - 4:45pm Children Franklin Avenue Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue Creative Readers-From Book to Art! 4:00pm - 4:45pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytimes Event Details: Children will listen to a story and then create a masterpiece while exploring with art and STEM activities. Ages 3+. 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. Apr 15 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. Apr 15 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue 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. Apr 15 2025 Tue 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue Switch Gaming 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Teens North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 15 2025 Tue Switch Gaming 4:00pm - 5:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Kids and teens ages 8-18 can enjoy Switch games on the big screen at North Side! We will meet on the first and third Tuesday of the 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. Apr 16 2025 Wed Baby Rhyme Time 9:30am - 10:00am Birth-Preschool Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 16 2025 Wed Baby Rhyme Time 9:30am - 10:00am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 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 "Adults" group. Apr 16 2025 Wed Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center 10:00am - 12:00pm Adults North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 16 2025 Wed Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center 10:00am - 12:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room 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. Apr 16 2025 Wed Family Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Birth-Preschool Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 16 2025 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. Apr 16 2025 Wed Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement 10:15am - 10:45am Birth-Preschool Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 16 2025 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 "Teens" group. Apr 16 2025 Wed VolunTeen Drop-In Hour 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 16 2025 Wed VolunTeen Drop-In Hour 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Earn volunteer hours by helping out with library programs and projects! Teens ages 12 to 18 can drop in any Wednesday we are open and volunteer for one hour.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 17 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Birth-Preschool South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 17 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Children ages 3 to 5 and their caregivers can join us Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for a 30-minute storytime with stories, music, and fun activities!
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 17 2025 Thu Wiggles and Giggles 10:15am - 10:45am Birth-Preschool Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 17 2025 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! 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. Apr 17 2025 Thu Preschool Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Birth-Preschool North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 17 2025 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 "Adults" group. Apr 17 2025 Thu South Side Book Discussion: Disability Visibility 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 17 2025 Thu South Side Book Discussion: Disability Visibility 2:00pm - 3:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Join us for South Side's Monthly Book Discussion! Our April book is Disability Visibility by Alice Wong 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. Apr 17 2025 Thu ASAP Thursdays 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Teens South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Apr 17 2025 Thu ASAP Thursdays 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Music is a universal language, and everyone is invited to jam with Jordan at ASAP. We’ll use a variety of instruments to keep beats, strengthen our listening skills, create our own melodies, and have fun expressing ourselves through sound. 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. Apr 17 2025 Thu DMPL & Dragons: Thursday 5:30pm - 7:30pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 17 2025 Thu DMPL & Dragons: Thursday 5:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Dungeons & Dragons is a role-playing game set in worlds of swords and sorcery where players use their imaginations to tell a story and create an adventure together. We usually get together on the third Thursday of each month to play, but 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. Apr 18 2025 Fri Board Game Café 12:00pm - 5:00pm All Ages Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group. Apr 18 2025 Fri Board Game Café 12:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Join us for a drop-in event for all ages. Come in, grab warm drink and a snack, get cozy, and choose from a variety of games or puzzles to play with friends! 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. Apr 18 2025 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adults Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 18 2025 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. Apr 19 2025 Sat Little Explorers 10:00am - 11:00am Birth-Preschool Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Apr 19 2025 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! Activities will help build early literacy skills through the five Simple Steps: Read, Write, Sing, Play, Talk. 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. Apr 19 2025 Sat Friends of the Franklin Avenue Library-Membership Meeting 11:00am - 12:00pm Adults Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Apr 19 2025 Sat Friends of the Franklin Avenue Library-Membership Meeting 11:00am - 12:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Library Meeting Event Details: Please join the Friends of the Franklin Avenue Library for our quarterly membership meeting.