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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
State Fair "Butter" Sculpture Contest
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Get ready for the Iowa State Fair by making your own fair-themed "butter" sculpture!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
OUT Minute to Win It Take and Make
All Day 7/19 - 7/20
Forest Avenue Children’s Area
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Beat the clock with our minute to win it bags. Each take home kit includes goofy challenges which will crack you up as you try to finish in under a minute. As supplies last!
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Lego Challenge/Desafío Lego
All Day 7/19 - 7/23
East Side Children’s Area
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Children’s Area
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Join is for a challenge all week in the Rosie's Ocean children's area! Each day there is a different prompt for you to create something cool out of Legos. Challenge yourself to create something different, or just stay and build for awh
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Coloring Take and Make Craft Bag
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Stop by the South Side Library to grab a Coloring Take and Make craft bag filled with posters, bookmarks and other fun items to color and doodle at home! These bags are available while supplies last!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
07/12/2021 @ 9:00am - 07/18/2021 @ 5:00pm
Children
This event is in the "Children" group.
Fairy Garden At-Home Kits
07/12/2021 @ 9:00am - 07/18/2021 @ 5:00pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
DMPL Systemwide
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop by curbside or inside the Central Library to pick up a Fairy Garden Kit to make at home with your family! These kits are suitable for children ages 4-12 and will contain some small parts that should have adult supervision. No
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Jul
20
2021
Tue
Baby Storytime in the Park
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Miss Jennifer at Riley Park at 10:30 AM for this special outdoor Baby Storytime. Bring your own blanket or chair for rhymes, bounces, puppets, and more out on the grass!
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Birth-Preschool,
Children
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
21
2021
Wed
Sunshine Storytime
10:00am - 10:30am
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Kids and families! Join Miss Becky outside at Forest Avenue Library on the lawn for Sunshine Storytime at 10:00 a.m.!
Disclaimer(s)
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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Birth-Preschool,
Children
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
21
2021
Wed
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Miss Donna at Riley Park at 10:30 AM for this special outdoor Toddler and Preschool Storytime. We will listen to books, sing songs and move our bodies to music.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Birth-Preschool,
Children
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
22
2021
Thu
Sunshine Storytime
10:00am - 10:30am
South Side Library Lawn
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Library Lawn
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Kids and families! Join Miss Janee outdoors at South for Sunshine Storytime at 10:00 a.m.! Bring a blanket, chair or tarp and listen to silly stories and move to fun songs outside on the Library Lawn under the trees!
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.
Birth-Preschool,
Children
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
22
2021
Thu
Family Storytime at McHenry Park
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Miss Alicia at McHenry Park for stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family! The library will provide yoga mats for seating, but you are also welcome to bring your own blanket or chair to the park.
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Jul
23
2021
Fri
Virtual Storytime: Sesame Street
10:15am - 10:45am
Online Programming
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
DMPL Systemwide
Room:
Online Programming
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Miss Jennifer at 10:15 AM on Facebook for a special virtual storytime. We will be reading the Sesame Street book Comfy-Cozy Nest to coincide with summer events hosted in partnership with the Iowa Alliance for Healthy
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
24
2021
Sat
Friends of the Franklin Avenue Library
11:00am - 12:00pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Library Meeting
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
20
2021
Tue
Friends of the North Side Library
12:00pm - 1:00pm
North Side Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Event Details:
Join us for our Friends of the North Side Library meeting. New members welcome.
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
20
2021
Tue
Conversations & Coffee
12:30pm - 1:30pm
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Do you want to practice your English skills? Looking to meet new people in your community? Join community members and English language learners at Forest Avenue Library for chats and snacks!
Disclaimer(s)
Outdoor Program
This program is hosted outdoors.
In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
22
2021
Thu
Pop-Up Fun: Art Creations
1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Side Library Lawn
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Library Lawn
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Drop-by the South Side Library for our Pop-Up series of fun activities! This week, drop-by the library to make and take artwork outside on the Library Lawn. Use our supplies to make any creation you choose! For youth Ages 5-18.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
19
2021
Mon
Mighty Girl Empowerment Series
2:30pm - 4:00pm
Zoom Program Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
DMPL Systemwide
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational,
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Are you a mighty girl*? Ready to become a mighty woman but have questions?
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
22
2021
Thu
Get Moving with Grace Fitness
2:00pm - 2:45pm
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Bring your children and dance and move your body outdoors on the West Lawn at Forest Avenue Library! Join us and fitness educator Zakiya Jenkins of Grace Fitness for a 30-minute workout session for the whole family! No equipment needed.
Disclaimer(s)
Outdoor Program
This program is hosted outdoors.
In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
19
2021
Mon
COVID vaccine clinic with Primary Health Care
3:00pm - 6:30pm
North Side Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Monday, July 19 from 3 - 6 PM we are hosting a free COVID-19 vaccine clinic at the North Side library in partnership with Primary Health Care.
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.
Indoor Program (2021)
This program is hosted indoors. Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Jul
21
2021
Wed
Learn to Slay: Intro to Dungeons & Dragons
3:00pm - 4:30pm
Zoom Program Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
DMPL Systemwide
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Educational,
Gaming
Required
Seats Remaining:
31
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?
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
22
2021
Thu
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Make a Colorful Shape Collage. Bring your imagination and join Miss Donna at Riley Park from 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM for this free, creative program where kids will explore various materials to
Disclaimer(s)
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Jul
20
2021
Tue
Des Moines Public Library Board Meeting
4:15pm - 5:30pm
Central Library Meeting Room 3
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 3
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Library Meeting
Event Details:
The Library Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at 4:15 PM at the Central Library in Meeting Room 3.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
19
2021
Mon
Backyard Science: Bubble Wands
6:00pm - 6:45pm
South Side Library Lawn
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Library Lawn
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Play & Learn
Required
Seats Remaining:
18
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
19
2021
Mon
The Natural Landscaping at the Franklin Avenue Library
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Franklin Avenue Outdoor Program
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Outdoor Program
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Joel Van Roekel, supervisor of environmental education for Des Moines Parks and Recreation, will speak about the native plant species and the benefits they provide in the natural landscape that surrounds the Franklin Avenue Library.
Disclaimer(s)
Outdoor Program
This program is hosted outdoors.
In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Birth-Preschool,
Children
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
20
2021
Tue
Family Storytime in the Park
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
The whole family can come to Riley Park at 6:00 PM for this special outdoor Family Storytime. Bring your own blanket or chairs and join Miss Donna as she reads stories and sings songs in the great outdoors.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
20
2021
Tue
Bilingual Storytime: |Cuentos y Canciones Bilingües
6:30pm - 7:00pm
Online Programming
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
DMPL Systemwide
Room:
Online Programming
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Enjoy a virtual storytime English and Spanish !
¡Disfruten de un cuento virtual en inglés y español !
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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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
20
2021
Tue
Join the Ukulele Craze and Learn How to Play
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zoom Program Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
DMPL Systemwide
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:
Get started on the ukulele and quickly learn to play familiar tunes while having fun! Play your own ukulele or borrow one of North Side Library's soprano ukuleles with your library card.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Cancelled
Birth-Preschool,
Children
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Jul
21
2021
Wed
Cancelled
Cancelled: Family Storytime at Belle M. Turner Park
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Storytime for July 21st is cancelled. We hope to see everyone next week!
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
21
2021
Wed
Let's Watercolor: In-Person Class
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
21
2021
Wed
Let's Watercolor: Virtual Class
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Zoom Program Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
DMPL Systemwide
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
1
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
22
2021
Thu
LSI Global Greens: A Farmer's Story
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Global Greens is an urban agriculture program that reconnects New Americans with the land by offering a spectrum of gardening and farming opportunities.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Jul
22
2021
Thu
DSM Book Festival Book Club: Malibu Rising
7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online Programming
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
DMPL Systemwide
Room:
Online Programming
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Event Details:
The Des Moines Public Library is partnering with the DSM Book Festival's DSM Book Club to cohost its online book discussion.
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