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Branches:
Central Library,
East Side Library,
Forest Avenue Library,
Franklin Avenue Library,
North Side Library,
South Side Library,
Off Site,
DMPL Systemwide
Description:
All locations will be closed Sunday and Monday in observance of Labor Day.
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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.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Back to School Scavenger Hunt
All Day
Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Find all of the back to school items hidden in the children's area.
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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.
Pirate Scavenger Hunt
All Day 9/7 - 9/17
Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Talk Like a Pirate Day is fast approaching, so get ready for it by finding all of the pirate pictures hiding in the Children's Area.
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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.
What is the Library Scavenger Hunt
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Find out all the things you can do at the library with a scavenger hunt and win a prize! Best for ages 6+
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
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.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
Kid's Build It Challenge
All Day
South Side Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Children’s Area
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Educational,
Gaming,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Drop in at South for our Kid's Block Challenge in our Children's Area! We'll set out STEM blocks, LEGOS and other supplies to build with all day long.
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Educational,
Exhibits,
Play & Learn,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Come by Forest Avenue Library on September 10 to learn what you can do at the library! We'll have giveaways, tours, and activities for all ages.
Tour schedule:
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Cancelled
Birth-Preschool
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Cancelled
CANCELLED: Baby Rhyme Time
10:00am - 10:30am
East Side Meeting Room
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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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Play, Grow, Learn!
10:00am - 11:30am
South Side Meeting Room
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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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Baby Rhyme Time
10:15am - 10:45am
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
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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 "Birth-Preschool" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time
10:30am - 11:00am
North Side Meeting Room
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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.
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 "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.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Family Storytime
10:00am - 10:30am
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Library Lawn
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Listen to silly stories, meet adorable puppet friends and move to fun songs! Join Miss Becky at Forest Avenue Library for Family 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.
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 "Birth-Preschool" group.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement
10:00am - 10:30am
South Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join us for a fun filled storytime! Caregivers can enjoy stories, songs, wiggles and a little playtime 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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Toddler Storytime
10:00am - 10:30am
East Side Meeting Room
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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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center
10:00am - 1:00pm
North Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Event Details:
Staff from the Evelyn K Davis Center for Working Families are ready to provide one-on-one job search and resume assistance to job seekers.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K. Davis Center
10:00am - 2:00pm
South Side Computer Room
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Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Computer Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Educational
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)
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 "Birth-Preschool" group.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Baby Rhyme Time
10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
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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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement
10:15am - 10:45am
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
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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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Sep
8
2022
Thu
Preschool Storytime
10:00am - 10:30am
South Side Meeting Room
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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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
8
2022
Thu
Glowforge Training
10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library Tech Central
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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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
8
2022
Thu
Bilingual Job Seekers Help with the Financial Empowerment Center
10:00am - 2:00pm
South Side Computer Room
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Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Computer Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Technology,
Educational
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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Cancelled
Birth-Preschool
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Sep
8
2022
Thu
Cancelled
Wiggles and Giggles
10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
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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 "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Sep
8
2022
Thu
Preschool Storytime
10:30am - 11:00am
North Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and learn school readiness skills. Afterwards, we will enjoy free-play together.
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.
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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.
Sep
9
2022
Fri
Maker Day Challenge
10:00am - 5:30pm
Forest Avenue Children’s Area
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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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
9
2022
Fri
Fresh Conversations
10:30am - 11:00am
North Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining:
15
Event Details:
Fresh Conversations is a social opportunity to connect with other older adults for a friendly discussion focused on nutrition and physical activity education.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
Sep
9
2022
Fri
Power Play!
10:30am - 11:30am
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
The big kids are back in school, but that doesn't mean they get to have all the fun!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
SEEDS and DMPL present: Swan
10:00am - 11:00am
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Come ready to stretch, dance, and learn the beginner steps of ballet at Forest Avenue Library! SEEDS Youth Creative Development will host this free class every second Saturday of the month from 10-11AM. School-age kids will e
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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
Tech Central Open House
10:00am - 12:00pm
Central Library Tech Central
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Tech Central
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Event Details:
Stop by Tech Central to learn about the creative technologies available with your library card!
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Drop-in to North Side and try out the art of origami! There will be plenty of colorful paper and tutorials to choose from.
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 "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.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
Cancelled
Art Cart: Tissue paper autumn tree
10:00am - 4:30pm
East Side Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Children’s Area
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop in to the children's area anytime between 10:00-4:30 today to make a fall craft!
This is an unstaffed activity. Adults will need to supervise and assist children. All materials and instruction will be provided.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
Cancelled
CANCELLED: Storytime at LSI Global Greens
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Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
This event has been cancelled due to inclement weather.
Disclaimer(s)
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.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Performances
Event Details:
Multicultural Fall Fest got rained out, but that didn't stop the Wizard of Waukee, who came inside to share magic tricks in the library
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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
Multicultural Fall Festival
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Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Exhibits,
Performances
Event Details:
Visit Evelyn K Davis Park for a parade and celebration with food, entertainment and fun!
Parade begins at 10:30 AM at United Way Building, 1111 9th Street and finishes at the park.
Disclaimer(s)
Inclement Weather
This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
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.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
Multicultural Fall Festival
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Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Performances,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Join us for the annual Multicultural Fall Festival at Evelyn K. Davis Park.
Parade begins at 10:30 and ends at the park with Games, Drawings, Food, Community Displays, and Entertainments!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
9
2022
Fri
The Outreach Project
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library Cafe Gallery
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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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Drop-in Computer Help @ Central
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library Tech Central
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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. 
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
Mid Autumn Festival: Tết Trung Thu
2:00pm - 3:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival, or Tết Trung Thu in Vietnamese. VietAdvocacy and Des Moines Public Library invite you and your children to a special storytime with Vietnamese folktales, songs, lantern making, a
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
Hour of Code Programming
2:00pm - 3:15pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Computers & Technology,
Educational
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
In this hands-on session led by students and coaches of C3 Robotics team, students will learn programming concepts and terminology and follow video-based tutorials, complete coding objectives, and learn basic coding skills. Hour of Code™ is a
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Reading Help For Adults
3:00pm - 4:00pm
North Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Technology,
Educational
Required
Seats Remaining:
5
Event Details:
Want to read, write, and speak better? DMACC’s Adult Literacy Center can help. Meet at the North Side Library on Wednesdays at 3 PM for free help learning to read. For more information, call 515-248-7517.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Creative Readers-From Book to Art!
4:00pm - 4:45pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Dreamers by Yuyi Morales. Children will listen to a story and then create a masterpiece while exploring with art and STEM activities. Ages 3 years old to 8 years old, but younger and older siblings are 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
After-School Club: Scribble Bots
4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Come to North Side and make a scribble bot! Scribble bots are tiny robots that draw on their own. For ages 10-18.
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.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Level Up!
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
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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+.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Computación Básica para Adultos | Computer Basics for Adults (in Spanish)
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library Tech Central
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Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Tech Central
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Technology,
Educational
Event Details:
Aprenda a usar la computadora, navegar la red, y usar varios servicios y programas digitales. Para gente edades 18+. No necesita apartar lugar.
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
South VolunTeens
4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Teens! Do you need volunteer hours? Students ages 12-18 may volunteer at the South Side Library with Miss Janee for 1 hour performing various tasks during our South VolunTeens program! This is a great way to earn volunteer hours!
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.
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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.
Sep
9
2022
Fri
3-D Printing Basics: Loch Ness Bookmarks
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Required
Seats Remaining:
10
Event Details:
Learn how to design your own 3-D prints! Join us for a 3-D Printing basics class, where we will design our own loch ness monster bookmarks with Tinkercad. You will be able to select a pre-printed bookmark during class to take home!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Sep
10
2022
Sat
Toy Story I Spy
5:00pm - 6:00pm
East Side Children’s Area
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
For the next two weeks, stop in and search the East side children's area for Toy Story characters. Find all 8 to get a prize!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
6
2022
Tue
Know Your Rights: Voting in Iowa
6:00pm - 7:00pm
North Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Required
Seats Remaining:
39
Event Details:
ACLU of Iowa staff will provide an overview of current voting law in Iowa and what you need to know before going to the polls in 2022.
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 "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.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Family Storytime
6:00pm - 6:30pm
North Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes for the whole family! Afterwards, we will enjoy a craft or open play together.
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep
7
2022
Wed
Get Spectral: The Fascinating History of Spirit Photography
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Zoom Program Room
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Library Branch:
DMPL Systemwide
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Required
Seats Remaining:
6
Event Details:
Join DMPL and Russell Lord from New Orleans Museum of Art to learn about the eerie trend that came about during the early days of photography.
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Cancelled
Children,
Teens
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Sep
8
2022
Thu
Cancelled
CANCELLED: Library Olympics
6:00pm - 7:00pm
East Side Meeting Room
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Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
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Want to test your library knowledge? Join us to face feats of information, digital, and print literacy! The winner will receive a trophy!
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
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.
Sep
8
2022
Thu
Family Art Studio
6:30pm - 7:30pm
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:
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
The whole family can join us at the library to create a one-of-a-kind art project. Bring your imagination and we will provide the supplies.
Wear clothing suitable for art activities.
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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