This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 20 - 24 2024 Juneteenth Scavenger Hunt All Day 6/20 - 6/24 Forest Avenue Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 20 - 24 2024 Juneteenth Scavenger Hunt All Day 6/20 - 6/24 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 "Children" group. Jun 20 - 29 2024 Juneteenth Scavenger Hunt All Day 6/20 - 6/29 This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 20 - 29 2024 Juneteenth Scavenger Hunt All Day 6/20 - 6/29 Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Event Details: Kids! 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. For youth ages 3 and up.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime: Water Fun! 10:00am - 10:30am South Side Library Lawn This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Preschool Storytime: Water Fun! 10:00am - 10:30am South Side Library Lawn Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Library Lawn 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, rhymes, music, and play! This week, we'll pull out our water tables and kiddie pool for some summer fun! 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Wiggles and Giggles 10:15am - 10:45am Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Jun 20 2024 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! The storytime will take place in the meeting room to allow for social distancing. 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. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Pigeon Party Storytime 10:30am - 11:30am North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Pigeon Party Storytime 10:30am - 11:30am North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Bring the whole family to North Side for a Pigeon Party Storytime! We will enjoy Mo Willem's Pigeon books, music, movement, and crafts. Participants will also get to meet Ozzie, a thera-pigeon from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa! 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. Jun 20 2024 Thu South Side Book Discussion-Solito 2:00pm - 3:00pm South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu South Side Book Discussion-Solito 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! 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 20 2024 Thu Glowforge Training 3:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Tech Central Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 20 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: 4 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. Jun 20 2024 Thu EPIC Graphic Novel Book Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 20 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: 15 Event Details: Are you a graphic novel fan? Join us for our EPIC Graphic Novel BOOK CLUB for ages 7-11. We will briefly chat about this month's book, and work on a fun activity or craft related to the book! 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 20 2024 Thu Take & Make: DIY Ball Drop Game 4:00pm - 8:00pm East Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Take & Make: DIY Ball Drop Game 4:00pm - 8:00pm East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop by the children's area and grab a DIY Ball drop game kit to take 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.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu DMPL & Dragons: Thursday 5:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3 This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 20 2024 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 "Children" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu LEGO Quest 6:00pm - 7:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 20 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 "Adults" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu DSM LGBTQ+ Grief Circle 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Study Room 1 This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu DSM LGBTQ+ Grief Circle 6:00pm - 7:30pm Central Library Study Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: The DSM LGBTQ+ Grief circle meets in person every third Thursday of the month from 6pm-7:30pm in Study Room 1 at the Central Library located in downtown Des Moines.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Lawyers in Libraries: Basics of Wills & Revocable Trusts 6:30pm - 8:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 20 2024 Thu Lawyers in Libraries: Basics of Wills & Revocable Trusts 6:30pm - 8:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Join us for Spring Lawyers in Libraries Program sponsored by the ISBA Legal Access Committee.
This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 21 2024 Fri LEGO Fridays 10:00am - 4:00pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 21 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 during the summer by visiting the library and using your imagination to create amazing things with our LEGOs.
This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 21 2024 Fri Kids in the Kitchen 11:00am - 12:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 21 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: 12 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 "Adults" group. Jun 21 2024 Fri The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Central Library Cafe Gallery This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 21 2024 Fri 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 21 2024 Fri Community Health Education 1:30pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 21 2024 Fri Community Health Education 1:30pm - 3:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 3 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: This event will discuss bug bite and heat related illnesses. 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. 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. 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 22 2024 Sat Art Cart Saturdays 10:00am - 4:00pm East Side Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 22 2024 Sat Art Cart 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: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Stop in the library to do some fun arts and crafts with our Art Cart! While supplies last. Adult supervision is required. 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. Jun 22 2024 Sat Intro to Embroidery 10:30am - 12:00pm North Side Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Jun 22 2024 Sat Intro to Embroidery 10:30am - 12:00pm North Side Meeting Room Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Learn the basic stitches of hand embroidery and then get started on a beginner pattern! Participants will receive an embroidery hoop and supplies to continue practicing at home.
This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 22 2024 Sat Princess Storytime with Miss Capital City Iowa 11:00am - 12:00pm East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 22 2024 Sat Princess Storytime with Miss Capital City Iowa 11:00am - 12:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us as we welcome Miss Capital City 2024, Abby Turner, to the library for a special princess story time. 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 "All Ages" group. Jun 22 2024 Sat Puzzle and Game Cafe 11:00am - 1:00pm South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jun 22 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 "Children" group. Jun 22 2024 Sat Touch A Truck! 2:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Lawn This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 22 2024 Sat Touch A Truck! 2:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Lawn Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Lawn Age Group: Children Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Spend some time outside at Central! Take a turn through the fire safety obstacle course, then check out the fire truck, garbage truck, street sweeper, and more!
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 23 2024 Sun Learn to Slay: Intro to Dungeons & Dragons 1:00pm - 2:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Jun 23 2024 Sun Learn to Slay: Intro to Dungeons & Dragons 1:00pm - 2:30pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational, Gaming Registration Required Seats Remaining: 30 Event Details: Have you ever wanted to slay a dragon, raid a dungeon treasure room, or even save a village from an evil bandit horde? Always wanted to play Dungeons & Dragons, but didn’t know where to start? 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 24 2024 Mon 4th of July Take-and-Make Bags! All Day This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Jun 24 2024 Mon 4th of July Take-and-Make Bags! All Day Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn, Take & Make Event Details: Pick up a themed take-and-make activity bag at South Side Library! While Supplies Last