This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 17 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) 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. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Art Cart Mondays 10:00am - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Art Cart Mondays 10:00am - 7:00pm North Side Children’s Area Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get creative at North Side! Drop-in to the library on Mondays during June and July to enjoy a variety of arts and crafts supplies. 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. Jun 17 2024 Mon Preschool Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 17 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. Jun 17 2024 Mon The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Cafe Gallery 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 "Adults" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon East Side Book Discussion Group 2:00pm - 3:00pm East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 17 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 Last Summer at the Golden Hotel by Elyssa Friedland. 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. Jun 17 2024 Mon Nintendo Switch Party! 3:00pm - 4:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Nintendo Switch Party! 3:00pm - 4:30pm 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon ASAP Mondays: Drama Workshop 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon ASAP Mondays: Drama 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: Do you like to try new things, think on your feet, play games, work in teams, create and perform skits, and make new friends? Join us Mondays in June from 4–5 p.m. 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. Jun 17 2024 Mon Family Storytime 6:30pm - 7:00pm South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 17 2024 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 crafts. You can even wear your jammies! All Ages 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 "Adults" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Franklin Cinema Club – In the Loop 6:30pm - 7:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 17 2024 Mon Franklin Cinema Club – In the Loop 6:30pm - 7:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Event Details: June's film selection is the 2009 satire In the Loop, starring James Gandolfini.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Juneteenth Scavenger Hunt All Day Forest Avenue Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Juneteenth Scavenger Hunt All Day Forest Avenue Children’s Area Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: Kids! Come to Forest and learn about Juneteenth with our Juneteenth Scavenger Hunt. Find the images around the library and win a small prize. Best for ages 6+
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 3 This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies. 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. Jun 18 2024 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 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: Join us 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. Jun 18 2024 Tue Play, Grow, Learn! 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 18 2024 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 "Adults" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue One-on-One Computer Sessions 10:00am - 12:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 18 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:15am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 18 2024 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. Jun 18 2024 Tue Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time 10:30am - 11:00am North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 18 2024 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 "Children" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Touch-a-Truck: Street Sweeper! 1:00pm - 1:45pm South Side Library Lawn This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Touch-a-Truck: Street Sweeper! 1:00pm - 1:45pm South Side Library Lawn Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Library Lawn Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Kids and caregivers! Come to the South Side Library's parking lot to see and touch a garbage and recycling truck! 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 "Adults" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue North Side Book Discussion 2:00pm - 3:00pm North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 18 2024 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 The House of Eve by Sadeqa Johnson. 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. Jun 18 2024 Tue The Life and Times of Stars with Dan Hoy 3:00pm - 3:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue The Life and Times of Stars with Dan Hoy 3:00pm - 3:45pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 40 Event Details: Join NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador volunteer Dan Hoy and explore the fascinating world of stars. Learn about our own local star, the Sun, as well as the various sizes and colors of stars in our galaxy. 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 18 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. Jun 18 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 "Children" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Children’s Area Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Play & Learn Event Details: Do you love animals? Then visit Central Library to practice reading with and learn about 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. Jun 18 2024 Tue Sensory Play Hour: Outdoor Fun! 4:00pm - 5:00pm South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Sensory Play Hour: Outdoor Fun! 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! From cool textures to fun activities, kids can have a great time learning while doing what they do best: playing! This month we'll be doing sensory exploration outside! 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. Jun 18 2024 Tue Bicycle Rodeo with DSM Bicycle Collective 5:30pm - 7:00pm East Side Library Lawn Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 18 2024 Tue Bicycle Rodeo with DSM Bicycle Collective 5:30pm - 7:00pm East Side Library Lawn Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Library Lawn Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytimes Registration Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: What is a Bicycle Rodeo? It is an interactive obstacle course where kids can learn about bicycle safety and have a lot of fun! 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. Outdoor Program This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
Jun 19 2024 Wed Juneteenth All Day Closing Jun 19 2024 Wed Closing Juneteenth All Day Branches: Central Library, East Side Library, Forest Avenue Library, Franklin Avenue Library, North Side Library, South Side Library, Off Site, DMPL Virtual Description: All locations will be closed in observance of Juneteenth.