Week Calendar

Name: Iowa State Fair Scavenger Hunt
Start: 2022-08-01
End: 2022-08-15
Location: Central Library

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (8/14)	Mon (8/15)	Tue (8/16)	Wed (8/17)	Thu (8/18)	Fri (8/19)	Sat (8/20)
All Day	This event is in the "Children" group. Iowa State Fair Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/1 - 8/15 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Find the clues and learn about fun free activies the Iowa State Fair has! Find all the clues for a special prize. 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. Famous Iowans Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/16 - 8/31 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Join us in the Central Library youth section for a scavenger hunt about famous Iowans! Find all the info cards for a prize!
	This event is in the "Children" group. Iowa State Fair Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/8 - 8/20 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Library Age Group: Children Program Type: Educational, Gaming Event Details: Find the blue ribbon, the butter cow and other Iowa State Fair items with our indoor scavenger hunt at the South Side Library! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. 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.
		This event is in the "Children" group. Dinosaur Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/15 - 8/20 Children This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: North Side Library Room: North Side Children’s Area Age Group: Children Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Hunt for dinosaurs at North Side. Find all 10 dinosaur pictures hidden in the children's area to take home a prize!
		This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Summer Scavenger Hunt All Day 8/15 - 8/20 Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Are you sad that summer is almost over? Enjoy this scavenger hunt that will remind you of all the best parts of the season!
				This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Lil' Crafts All Day Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. 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: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Every week enjoy a different drop-in craft for our littlest readers. From paper bag puppets to process-based art, these activities will help kids combine learning and play using the five simple steps of literacy: read,
10 am			This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Baby Rhyme Time 10:00am - 10:30am Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join Samantha, our youth librarian, 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Play, Grow, Learn! 10:00am - 11:30am Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. Baby Rhyme Time 10:15am - 10:45am Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. This event is in the "Children" group. Bilingual Sunshine Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Birth-Preschool, Children This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. 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: Come and enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and storytelling in English and Spanish on the Forest Avenue Library lawn. Family Storytime starts 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. Inclement Weather This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates. Storytime Disclaimer (2021) Masks are encouraged for attendees 2 years and older. Please observe social distancing when possible and visit us another day if you or your child are not feeling well. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement 10:00am - 10:30am Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join Miss Janee for a fun filled storytime! Caregivers can enjoy stories, songs, wiggles 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. 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. Storytime Disclaimer (2021) Masks are encouraged for attendees 2 years and older. Please observe social distancing when possible and visit us another day if you or your child are not feeling well. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Toddler Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 with Samantha. For youth ages 18 months to 36 months. This event is in the "Adults" group. Job seekers help with the Financial Empowerment Center 10:00am - 2:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. 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: Computers & Technology Event Details: Staff from the Financial Empowerment Center and Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers. Disclaimer(s) 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. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Baby Rhyme Time 10:15am - 10:45am Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement 10:15am - 10:45am Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Preschool Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Miss Janee Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for a 30-minute storytime with stories, musical activities and take-home activities that prepare your child for school. Disclaimer(s) 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. Storytime Disclaimer (2021) Masks are encouraged for attendees 2 years and older. Please observe social distancing when possible and visit us another day if you or your child are not feeling well. This event is in the "Adults" group. Glowforge Training 10:00am - 11:00am Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 3 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 "Birth-Preschool" group. Cancelled Wiggles and Giggles 10:15am - 10:45am Birth-Preschool This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Maker Day Challenge 10:00am - 5:30pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. 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: Educational Event Details: Calling all makers! Can you complete our weekly challenge to build, play, or create? Each week we will have a different activity set up in the children's area and finishers can claim a prize. This event is in the "Children" group. American Sign Language Storytime with Ms. Alissa and Mr. Jay! 10:15am - 10:45am Children Virtual Event This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: DMPL Systemwide Room: Online Programming Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Ms. Alissa will be joined for this storytime by Mr. Jay, an ASL-certified interpreter at Capitol View Elementary in Des Moines. We will sing, do some rhymes, and read a story all with sign language interpretation by Mr. Jay!	This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Bilingual Storytime with Viet Advocacy 10:00am - 11:00am Birth-Preschool, Children This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Chúng tôi vô cùng vui mừng giới thiệu một chương trình mới để giúp trẻ em Việt gìn giữ và tôn vinh Bản sắc Việt của chúng em. Cùng hợp tác với Des Moines Public Library, Viet Advocacy mang đến cho quý vị Kể Chuyện Song Ngữ cho trẻ em từ 2-7 tuổi. 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. Cancelled CANCELLED Storytime at LSI Global Greens 10:15am - 11:00am Children Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join DMPL Librarians for a special outdoor family storytime at LSI Global Greens! Engage your brain at storytime and then nourish your body by purchasing* locally grown produce from former refugee farmers. Disclaimer(s) Inclement Weather This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates. 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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12 pm				This event is in the "Children" group. LEGO Wednesday 12:00pm - 7:30pm Children This event is in the "Children" group. 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: Children Program Type: Play & Learn Event Details: Drop in between noon and 7:30 to build with Legos!
1 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Gateway 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. North Side Book Discussion 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. 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: Book Clubs Event Details: This month we will be reading and discussing Darius the Great is Not Okay by Adib Khorram. 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. 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. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Family Movie Party: The Lego Movie 1:30pm - 3:30pm Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Movies Event Details: Join us for this special End of Summer Celebration Family Movie Party! We will show The Lego movie! 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. 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.			This event is in the "Adults" group. The Outreach Project 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
2 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. East Side Book Discussion Group 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Barraccoon by Zora Neale Hurston. Books will be available for pick up at the East Side circulation desk. 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. 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.		This event is in the "Adults" group. Drop-in Computer Help @ Central 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Educational Event Details: It’s never too late to feel comfortable with a computer. Every Wednesday at the Central Library, staff will answer your questions about computer basics like using a mouse, typing, email, document creation and more.&nbsp 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Introduction to Electronic Resources at DMPL 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Success Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Educational Event Details: Are you curious to discover what online resources the Des Moines Public Library has to offer but unsure where to start? Well start here! Our librarian, Dennis, will give a brief overview and introduction to the various electronic resou 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. South Side Book Discussion 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Join us for our monthly South Side Book Discussion! Our August book is Minor Feelings: an Asian American Reckoning by Cathy Park Hong. 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.		This event is in the "Adults" group. Free Movie: Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness 2:00pm - 4:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3 Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Event Details: Doctor Strange teams up with a mysterious teenage girl from his dreams who can travel across multiverses, to battle multiple threats, including other-universe versions of himself, which threaten to wipe out millions across the multiverse. 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. Movie Rating Movie is not intended for children unless accompanied by an adult.
3 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled CANCELED Typing Club 3:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled 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: Computers & Technology Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: Would you like to learn how to type or improve your keyboarding skills at your own pace? The library can help! Visit the North Side Library every Monday at 3pm to practice and get one on one assistance. Laptops will be provided. Disclaimer(s) 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. This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Raising School Ready Readers 3:30pm - 5:00pm Birth-Preschool Required This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool Program Type: Educational Required Seats Remaining: 18 Event Details: *This free ISU Extension course consists of five 90-minute sessions, occurring weekly on Monday afternoons.			This event is in the "All Ages" group. English Conversation Practice 3:30pm - 4:30pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Educational Event Details: Do you want to practice your English and meet new people in the community? All English levels welcome! 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.
4 pm			This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Level Up! 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Computers & Technology, Gaming Event Details: Level up your gaming skills! Use our tablets and Nintendo Switch to play Among Us, Minecraft, Roblox, and more. Ages 8+.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Party Games 4:00pm - 6:00pm Children, Teens Required This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. 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 Program Type: Gaming Required Seats Remaining: 28 Event Details: Bring your friends and family for an evening of Party Games! There will be a variety of games to choose from, like What Do You Meme, Apples to Apples, Exploding Kittens, On a Scale of One to T-Rex, Incohearent, and more! Disclaimer(s) Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. 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. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Friends of the Forest Avenue Library 4:30pm - 5:30pm All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Library Meeting Event Details: Join the Friends of the Forest Avenue Library for the monthly meeting at Forest Avenue Library!	This event is in the "Teens" group. Hexbug BattleBots 4:00pm - 5:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Gaming Event Details: Which BattleBot will survive in the arena? We will experiment with a variety of Hexbug BattleBots to see which one is worthy of being crowned the champion. Ages 10 and up.	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Indoor Obby 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Forest Avenue Library Room: Forest Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology Event Details: Visit the Forest Avenue Library for an indoor obstacle course. If you think you have what it takes to make it through our messy challenges, come and test your skills. We will have prizes for completion. 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. Youth Family Game Night 4:00pm - 5:00pm Children, Teens This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Children’s Area Age Group: Children, Teens Program Type: Gaming, Play & Learn Event Details: Visit Central Library for a casual family game night, including the library's Nintendo Switch! The games in this program will be best for families with children ages 5-18. 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. Children’s Program Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old. 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. This event is in the "Children" group. Epic Graphic Novel Club: The Secret Garden 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children Required This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Meeting Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Book Clubs Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: Join Sam for a graphic novel book club! We will discuss the graphic novel of The Secret Garden and make a fairy garden to take home. The first 3 participants to register will receive a copy of the book to keep!
5 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Art 101: Clay Butter Cows 5:30pm - 7:30pm Teens, Adults Required This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1 Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Educational, Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Join artist and library staff member Fueche Vang as he introduces participants to creating butter cows out of clay. Learn about sculpting techniques, armatures, and more! Materials will be provided. No experience necessary. 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. 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.			This event is in the "Adults" group. Microsoft Word Basics 5:00pm - 6:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Tech Central Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology, Educational Required Seats Remaining: 12 Event Details: Come learn about how to use Word to create documents using the digital learn platform. We will cover basic editing, text formatting, and saving documents. 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. DMPL & Dragons 5:30pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Central Library Room: Central Library Study Room 1 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 create characters and tell a story together. This adventuring group meets on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30 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.
6 pm		This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Family Storytime 6:30pm - 7:00pm Birth-Preschool, Children This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join Miss Janee 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. 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. Storytime Disclaimer (2021) Masks are encouraged for attendees 2 years and older. Please observe social distancing when possible and visit us another day if you or your child are not feeling well. This event is in the "Adults" group. Franklin Cinema Club - Supernova 6:30pm - 7:45pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movies Event Details: August's film selection is the 2020 drama Supernova.		This event is in the "Adults" group. Digital Literacy for New Americans 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computers & Technology Event Details: Digital Literacy Instruction for New Americans This event is in the "Adults" group. NAMI Ending the Silence-Mental Health for Adults 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: South Side Library Room: South Side Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: NAMI Ending the Silence is a 50-minute presentation regarding warning signs of mental illness and what to do when these symptoms are identified. 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. This event is in the "Teens" group. Let's Make a Mess! Outside Art Night 6:00pm - 7:00pm Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group. This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: East Side Library Room: East Side Library Lawn Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children, Teens Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Let's enjoy the warm weather while we still can! Meet by the picnic table outside the library for some outdoor art. Disclaimer(s) 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. YA for Adults Book Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Required This event is in the "Adults" group. 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: Book Clubs Required Seats Remaining: 4 Event Details: Join us at Central Library for the YA for Adults Book Club. This month we will be reading How We Fall Apart by Katie Zhao.

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