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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
All Day 10/7 - 10/12
East Side Children’s Area
Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Stop by the Children's Area and pick up a "Ghosts in Disguise Challenge"
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
11
2024
Fri
9:00am - 4:00pm
Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Come and get creative with the LEGO® provided to design a building that could become part of our Des Moines Skyline. All ages are welcome, and you'll find us located in the children's area. Can't wait to see what you come up with!
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 "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
10
2024
Thu
10:30am - 11:00am
North Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
The Des Moines Fire Department is joining us for a special storytime during Fire Prevention Week! Hear stories, learn more about fire safety, and see a fire truck up close.
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 "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
11
2024
Fri
10:30am - 12:00pm
North Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
School's out! Drop-in to North Side and paint a mini pumpkin to take home.
While Supplies Last
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
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 "All Ages" group.
Oct
12
2024
Sat
10:30am - 5:00pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens,
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Exhibits
Event Details:
All aboard!
Trains are taking over the Franklin Library this weekend! Visit the library to see a huge model train display set up by the DesMoiNTrak mo
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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.
Oct
9
2024
Wed
12:00pm - 7:00pm
North Side Children’s Area
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational
Event Details:
Drop-in to North Side every Wednesday to enjoy a STEM activity or a craft!
This week, we will have our art cart out. Bring your creativity and enjoy a cart full of arts and crafts supplies!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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2 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
10
2024
Thu
2:00pm - 3:30pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Come to Central Library and see how many ways you can make a paper airplane. You can test out each paper airplane on our runway and see which of your airplanes can fly the farthest!
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.
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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.
Oct
9
2024
Wed
3:30pm - 4:30pm
North Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational
Event Details:
Fiber art uses materials like fabric, yarn, and thread with techniques like weaving, stitching, and tying to make cool projects!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
9
2024
Wed
3:30pm - 5:00pm
South Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Come to South Side to get into the fall spirit with a pumpkin party! Paint pumpkins, play games, and enjoy a yummy treat!
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
7
2024
Mon
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Event Details:
Get creative with nature in this fun class with ASAP and Victoria Story. Make a work of art using sensory items like moss, dried flowers, sticks, and seeds. Design and create your own Fairy Garden! Snack provided for all participants.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
8
2024
Tue
4:00pm - 4:45pm
Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Children’s Area
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Children will listen to a story and then create a masterpiece while exploring with art and STEM activities. Ages 3+.
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
8
2024
Tue
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Educational,
Gaming
Event Details:
Join the fun at Chess Club! Chess is one of the world's most popular games and is played by millions of people worldwide. Learn to play or come to test your skills with other players.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
8
2024
Tue
4:00pm - 5:30pm
North Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Children and teens can join us at the North Side Library on the 2nd Tuesday of each month for Art Club!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
8
2024
Tue
4:30pm - 5:30pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Join us at Central Library for Game On! Tweens and Teens (10-18) are welcome to enjoy snacks and play games with friends! We'll alternate between board games, card games, and games on the Nintendo Switch.
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.
Food Allergies
We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
9
2024
Wed
4:00pm - 4:45pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining:
25
Event Details:
Design and make your very own sparkly dragon egg to take home.
Art in the Library is for children ages 6-12 and requires preregistration.
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
10
2024
Thu
4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
This month for ASAP Thursdays at South Side Library, bilingual Teaching Artist Lunita will teach us how to do a variety of fun projects made with paper, from mini-piñatas to cool personal planners and more!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Oct
7
2024
Mon
6:30pm - 7:00pm
South Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join us for our evening Family Storytime at 6:30 p.m.! This week the Des Moines Fire Department is joining us for Fire Prevention Week! Hear stories, learn more about fire safety, and see a fire truck up close.
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Oct
10
2024
Thu
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join Craft Club and explore your creativity and skill by learning a new craft each month. We will learn knitting, crochet, sewing, bookbinding, jewelry making and beading, paper arts, pottery, printmaking, fiber arts and so much more!
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