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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Apr-May
2025
African American Museum of Iowa's Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa Exhibit
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Exhibits
Event Details:
Join us at the Franklin Avenue Library for Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa. This exhibit from the African American Museum of Iowa explores the impact of housing discrimination and segregation in the state of Iowa.
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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.
Apr-May
2025
May Flowers Scavenger Hunt!
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Visit South and try our Scavenger Hunt! Drop in and search the library for all of the items on the sheet and win a prize!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
6
2025
Tue
Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year
9:00am - 11:00am
Central Library Family Room
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Family Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies.
Disclaimer(s)
Central Parking
Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
May
7
2025
Wed
Baby Rhyme Time
9:30am - 10:00am
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
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.
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This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
May
5
2025
Mon
Preschool Storytime
10:00am - 10:30am
North Side Meeting Room
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.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
May
5
2025
Mon
Toddler Storytime
10:00am - 10:30am
East Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
May
5
2025
Mon
Little Explorers
10:00am - 11:00am
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
PLEASE NOTE: NOW ON THE FIRST MONDAY OF THE MONTH! Bring your young ones to our Little Explorers program, designed for children ages 0-5, to discover, learn and play with different sensory activities. No Registration is Required.
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.
May
6
2025
Tue
Baby and Toddler Rhyme Time
10:00am - 10:30am
North Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Babies, toddlers, and their caregivers can join us on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, lap bounces, and a story. This program is recommended for children from birth to 24 months of age.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
May
6
2025
Tue
Baby Rhyme Time
10:00am - 10:30am
East Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
May
6
2025
Tue
Play, Grow, Learn!
10:00am - 11:30am
South Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Play & Learn
Event Details:
Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers can engage in open play, come and go activities at South.
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
6
2025
Tue
One-on-One Computer Sessions
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Computers & Technology
Event Details:
For those looking for basic computer help come to the Forest Avenue Library. We will provide individual assistance with creating an email, polishing a resume, typing a document, or applying for a job.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
May
6
2025
Tue
Baby Rhyme Time
10:15am - 11:00am
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Babies and their caregivers can join Miss Jennifer on Tuesdays for rhymes, songs, bounces, and a story followed by a short playtime.
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
7
2025
Wed
Job Seekers Help with the Evelyn K Davis Center
10:00am - 12:00pm
North Side Meeting Room
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 "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
May
7
2025
Wed
Family Storytime
10:15am - 10:45am
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Play & Learn,
Storytimes
Event Details:
Listen to silly stories, sing songs, dance to music, and make art! Join us at Forest Avenue Library for Family Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10:15 A.M.
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 "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
May
7
2025
Wed
Toddler Stories, Songs and Movement
10:15am - 10:45am
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Join Miss 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.
May
8
2025
Thu
Preschool Storytime
10:00am - 10:30am
South Side Meeting Room
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 us Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. for a 30-minute storytime with stories, music, and fun activities!
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
This event is in the "Birth-Preschool" group.
May
8
2025
Thu
Wiggles and Giggles
10:15am - 10:45am
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2, 3
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!
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
9
2025
Fri
Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Short Works 2025
10:00am - 11:00am
Central Library Study Room 1
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Study Room 1
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Shorter Works. This group will read and discuss works out loud. Seating is limited. Registration is required.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
4
2025
Sun
DMPL & Dragons: Sunday
12:30pm - 3:30pm
Central Library Meeting Room 3
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 3
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 tell a story and create an adventure together. We usually get together on the first Sunday of each month to play.
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 "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
May
9
2025
Fri
Board Game Café
12:00pm - 5:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Join us for a drop-in event for all ages. Come in, grab warm drink and a snack, get cozy, and choose from a variety of games or puzzles to play with friends!
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
10
2025
Sat
Compre. Coma. Viva Saludable (Buy. Eat. Live Healthy)
12:00pm - 1:30pm
North Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
Aprenda a hacer recetas fáciles, nutritivas y baratas con una instructora de Iowa State University - Extension. Durante esta clase de 8 semanas, aprenderá a: Ahorrar dinero: comprar y gastar menos en sus alimentos.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
9
2025
Fri
The Outreach Project
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
7
2025
Wed
Drop-in STEM Challenge: Lego!
2:00pm - 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:
Build with Lego at North Side! Complete one of our challenges or get creative and build something of your own!
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.
May
6
2025
Tue
Movie Watch Party : Turning Red
3:00pm - 5:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Movies
Event Details:
Disney and Pixar’s “Turning Red” introduces Mei Lee, a confident, dorky 13-year-old torn between staying her mother’s dutiful daughter and the chaos of adolescence.
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 "Children" group.
May
6
2025
Tue
ASAP Tuesdays: Air Dry Clay
3:30pm - 4:30pm
East Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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.
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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.
May
7
2025
Wed
ASAP Wednesdays: Cardboard Creations
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:
Get creative in this class and give plain old cardboard exciting new life! Each week will present a different challenge to transform something ordinary into something extraordinary.
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
8
2025
Thu
Glowforge Training
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Library Tech Central
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Tech Central
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Computers & Technology,
Educational
Required
Seats Remaining:
4
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
May
5
2025
Mon
ASAP Mondays : Design and Print Custom Cards
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join Mad Todd to design and print your own custom cards and personalized paper projects, using a different printmaking technique each week. Snack provided for all participants.
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
5
2025
Mon
Franklin VolunTeens
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Educational,
Library Meeting
Event Details:
We are no longer accepting teen volunteer applications for the 2024-2025 school year. Summer volunteering: We are no longer accepting teen volunteer applications for Summer 2025.
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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.
May
6
2025
Tue
Switch Gaming
4:00pm - 5:00pm
North Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
North Side Library
Room:
North Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Kids and teens ages 8-18 can enjoy Switch games on the big screen at North Side! We will meet on the first and third Tuesday of the month.
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May
7
2025
Wed
VolunTeen Drop-In Hour
4:00pm - 5:00pm
South Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Room:
South Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Earn volunteer hours by helping out with library programs and projects! Teens ages 12 to 18 can drop in any Wednesday we are open and volunteer for one hour.
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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.
May
8
2025
Thu
ASAP Thursdays: Drama Games
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:
Do you like to try new things, think on your feet, play games, and work in teams?
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
5
2025
Mon
Writers' Workshop 2025
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 2, 3
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Join us for the DMPL Writer's Workshop on the first* Monday of the month from 5:30-7:30 PM. Share samples of work and receive feedback from other writers in the group.
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 "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.
May
5
2025
Mon
Family Storytime with Iowa Juneteenth
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 a special Juneteenth Storytime with a representative from Iowa Juneteenth! Enjoy a captivating read-aloud, learn about upcoming celebrations, and take part in a hands-on craft.
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
6
2025
Tue
Problem Gambling and Sports Betting
6:00pm - 7:00pm
East Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
With online gambling and sports betting continuing to increase and evolve gambling disorder, gambling has become a norm in society and is now exposed to children at a much younger age.
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.
May
7
2025
Wed
Card Club
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Gaming
Event Details:
Join us at Forest Avenue Library for Card Club. We will play trick-taking card games such as 500, Euchre, Hearts, Spades, Tiến lên and others.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
May
8
2025
Thu
Mix-tape Journal Workshop + Music for Mental Health
6:30pm - 7:30pm
East Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Join us for a hands-on workshop where you'll turn old cassette tapes into personalized journals. We will then personalize our hands-on journaling prompts and stations to explore how music can be a form of self-care.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
8
2025
Thu
Sewing Basics: Pockets!
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Room:
Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Required
Seats Remaining:
25
Event Details:
Pockets! Learn how to add pockets to a dress or skirt. Bring your own, or learn the concept on scrap fabric provided by instructor.
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