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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Nocturnal Animals Scavenger Hunt
Library Branch:
Franklin Avenue Library
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational,
Gaming
Event Details:
Visit the library and find all of the pictures hiding 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.
Apr
14
2025
Mon
Earth Day Collage Kit Take-and-Make Bag!
Library Branch:
South Side Library
Age Group:
Birth-Preschool,
Children
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Educational,
Play & Learn,
Take & Make
Event Details:
Bring the fun home with you when you pick up a special South Side Library take-and-make craft bag! While Supplies Last
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
15
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
17
2025
Thu
New Parenthood Journey
10:30am - 11:30am
East Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational,
Health & Wellness
Event Details:
The New Parenthood Journey Program consists of three sessions designed to support all parents, both new and experienced as they navigate the transitions in parenthood.
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.
Apr
19
2025
Sat
Russian Conversation Club
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Central Library Study Room 1
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Study Room 1
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
This conversation club is both for native speakers and those wanting to learn Russian. Topics of conversation are meant to be light. Get to know other members of your community, or assist those wanting to learn Russian.
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.
Apr
16
2025
Wed
Creating Your Social Security Account
2:00pm - 3:00pm
East Side Meeting Room
Library Branch:
East Side Library
Room:
East Side Meeting Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Learn step-by-step how to create and manage your Social Security online account in this engaging, practical session led by Rosario Manzano.
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 "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
16
2025
Wed
Drop-in Crafternoon: Recycled Crafting
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:
Create with recycled objects at North Side! What will you make from a mix of recycled objects and art supplies? Drop-ins are planned with children in grades K-5 in mind, but all are welcome to attend.
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.
Apr
16
2025
Wed
ASAP Wednesdays: Breakdance
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:
ASAP Teaching Artist and B-Boy ASan leads this intro to breaking. Learn all the basic moves, and have fun putting them together to show your own individuality and self-expression.
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 "Children" group.
Apr
16
2025
Wed
Polk County Conservation: Animals in Iowa
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Library Branch:
Forest Avenue Library
Room:
Forest Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
What kind of animals live in Iowa? What kind of animals used to live in Iowa? Join a Polk County Conservation educator to discover the answers to these questions and more.
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.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Apr
17
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
14
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.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Apr
15
2025
Tue
Reading Buddies with ARL TheraPets!
4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Library Branch:
Central Library
Room:
Central Library Meeting Room 1, 2
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Educational,
Health & Wellness,
Play & Learn
Event Details:
When you're learning to read, practicing out loud can be daunting! Visit Central Library to practice reading with an ARL TheraPet. Engaging with animals is a great way to boost confidence and reduce anxiety around learning to read.
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.
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Apr
16
2025
Wed
Library Branch:
South Side Library
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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