This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 21 2024 Sat Celebrate with DMPL at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival! 12:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Lawn This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 21 2024 Sat Celebrate with DMPL at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival! 12:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Lawn Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Lawn Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Visit us at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival this weekend! Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd from 12pm-4pm in the Children's area Join us for a bilingual Storywalk, games and a chance to win a prize! 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. Outdoor Program This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 22 2024 Sun Celebrate with DMPL at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival! 12:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Lawn This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 22 2024 Sun Celebrate with DMPL at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival! 12:00pm - 4:00pm Central Library Lawn Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Lawn Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn, Storytimes Event Details: Visit us at the Iowa Latino Heritage Festival this weekend! Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd from 12pm-4pm in the Children's area Join us for a bilingual Storywalk, games and a chance to win a prize! 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. Outdoor Program This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 23 - 28 2024 Banned Books Week: Guess the Banned Book Challenge All Day 9/23 - 9/28 East Side Children’s Area This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 23 - 28 2024 Banned Books Week: Guess the Banned Book Challenge All Day 9/23 - 9/28 East Side Children’s Area Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Children’s Area Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Event Details: Celebrate the freedom to read and exercise your literary detective skills with our "Guess the Banned Book" challenge! 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. Sep 23 - 28 2024 Banned Books Week: Photo Booth All Day 9/23 - 9/28 East Side Rosie's Nature Nook This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sep 23 - 28 2024 Banned Books Week: Photo Booth All Day 9/23 - 9/28 East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Rosie's Nature Nook Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational, Play & Learn Event Details: Join us in celebrating Banned Books Week at our special Photo Booth! This annual event highlights the value of free and open access to information. 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. Sep 23 2024 Mon Toddler Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Sep 23 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. Sep 23 2024 Mon Preschool Storytime 10:15am - 10:45am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Sep 23 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Sep 23 2024 Mon ASAP Mondays: Kids Yoga 4:00pm - 5:00pm Forest Avenue Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Sep 23 2024 Mon ASAP Mondays: Kids Yoga 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, Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: ASAP Mondays at Forest Avenue Library kicks off the school year with Kids Yoga! Join Ben Spellman one day or every week for an hour of good vibes, stretching, controlled relaxing, and building strength and concentration through challenging poses. 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 "Adults" group. Sep 23 2024 Mon Forest Avenue Library Book Discussion 6:00pm - 6:45pm Forest Avenue Conference Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 23 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Sep 23 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. Sep 23 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. Sep 23 2024 Mon Hospice 101 6:30pm - 8:00pm Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 23 2024 Mon Hospice 101 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: This presentation will include explaining the purpose of hospice care and the role of each member of the hospice team.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Sep 24 - 30 2024 Harvest Time! Scavenger Hunt All Day 9/24 - 9/30 This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Sep 24 - 30 2024 Harvest Time! Scavenger Hunt All Day 9/24 - 9/30 Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Educational Event Details: It's harvest time! We've hidden pictures of some of our favorite fall vegetables throughout the library! Find them all and win an incredible prize! Best for ages 6+
This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 24 2024 Tue Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year 9:00am - 11:00am Central Library Meeting Room 3 This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 24 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. Sep 24 2024 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:00am - 10:30am East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Sep 24 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. Sep 24 2024 Tue Play, Grow, Learn! 10:00am - 11:30am South Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Sep 24 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. Sep 24 2024 Tue One-on-One Computer Sessions 10:00am - 12:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 24 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. Sep 24 2024 Tue Baby Rhyme Time 10:15am - 11:00am Franklin Avenue Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Sep 24 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. Sep 24 2024 Tue Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time 10:30am - 11:00am North Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Sep 24 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. Sep 24 2024 Tue ASAP Tuesdays: Kid's Breakdancing 3:30pm - 4:30pm East Side Meeting Room This event is in the "Children" group. Sep 24 2024 Tue ASAP Tuesdays: Kid's Breakdancing 3:30pm - 4:30pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: This summer, Breaking became the first competitive dancesport in history to appear at the Summer Olympics. Through ASAP Tuesdays at East Side Library, you can now try some of the basics of breakdancing, free and with your friends. 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. Sep 24 2024 Tue Creative Readers-From Book to Art! 4:00pm - 4:45pm Franklin Avenue Children’s Area This event is in the "Children" group. Sep 24 2024 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. Sep 24 2024 Tue Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2 This event is in the "Children" group. Sep 24 2024 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: 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 "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Sep 24 2024 Tue Tween Book Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm North Side Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Sep 24 2024 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: 5 Event Details: Tweens and teens ages 10-14 can join us for a book club on the last 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 24 2024 Tue K-pop Meet Up 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2 This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 24 2024 Tue K-pop Meet Up 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Library Meeting Room 2 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 2 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Do you like all things K-pop? Come to the Central Library every month and bring your photocards to trade, invite your friends or meet and hang out with other fans! Enjoy snacks, other activities, and listening to music.
This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 24 2024 Tue Homebuyer Education 5:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 24 2024 Tue Homebuyer Education 5:30pm - 7:30pm Central Library Meeting Room 1 Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Registration Required Seats Remaining: 20 Event Details: Are you ready to make the jump to homeownership, but just don’t know where to start or how the process works? 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 "Adults" group. Sep 24 2024 Tue Make an Apple Pie with Pie Bird Pies 6:00pm - 8:00pm East Side Meeting Room Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Sep 24 2024 Tue Make an Apple Pie with Pie Bird Pies 6:00pm - 8:00pm East Side Meeting Room Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness Registration Required Seats Remaining: 25 Event Details: Come learn how to make Pie Bird Pies' all-butter pie dough, roll a crust, make a classic apple filling, and put together a pie. 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.