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engageNEW library programs all month long!Dance parties, movie clubs,

take & makes, and more!

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vol 2 • issue 6August 2021

CLASSES • ACTIVITIES • EVENTS

Find dozens of free events, programs, and more!

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Library programs are made possible with support from the Des Moines Public Library Foundation and its generous donors. The Foundation supports at least 87 percent of Des Moines Public Library programs, and

provides funding for AViD and the Summer Reading program, which supports 5,000+ children participants each year.

For more information about the Des Moines Public Library Foundation and to find out how you can support the library with a donation, go to dmpl.org/foundation.

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FOUNDATION Opening Doors. Books. Minds.

ON THE COVERA child wearing his Des Moines Public Library sunglasses at one of our programs at public parks.

HOURS AND LOCATIONSAlways open 24/7 at dmpl.org

[email protected] | 515.283.4152

Central Library1000 Grand Avenue

9 AM - 7 PM Monday-Thursday9 AM - 6 PM Friday10 AM - 5 PM Saturday1-5 PM Sunday Pickup Window: Available during open hours, except Sunday East Side Library2559 Hubbell Avenue

10 AM - 7 PM Monday-Thursday10 AM - 6 PM Friday10 AM - 5 PM Saturday

Forest Avenue Library1326 Forest Avenue


Franklin Avenue Library5000 Franklin Avenue

10 AM - 7 PM Monday-Thursday10 AM - 6 PM Friday10 AM- 5 PM Saturday1-5 PM Sunday Pickup Window: Opens Monday, August 23

North Side Library3516 Fifth Avenue


South Side Library1111 Porter Avenue


*Hours are subject to change due to COVID-19. Please visit dmpl.org for up-to-date hours and information on available library services.

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Outdoor Family Fun NightMonday, August 2, 6 PM | South Side Library

Join us on the Library lawn for our Outdoor Family Fun Night, where families can participate in an outdoor scavenger hunt, outdoor games and crafts!

Play, Grow, Learn!Wednesdays 1-3 PM, Fridays 10 AM-2 PM | Franklin Avenue LibraryJoin us inside Rosie’s Rocket for this open play, come-and-go program. Play, Grow, Learn is an opportunity to meet families with other young children and engage in the Five Simple Steps to Success: Read, Write, Sing, Play, and Talk. We will have a variety of toys available in Rosie’s Rocket that promote learning for little ones.

All Summer Long CelebrationFriday, August 6 | North Side LibraryCelebrate the end of our All Summer Long summer reading program! Stop by the library to enjoy art, STEM, and literacy activity stations for the whole family.

Charamusca (Ice Pop) Fun Day

Friday, August 6, 4 PM | Forest Avenue LibraryCome play with us! Enjoy an ice pop with us while we play some outdoor games outside on the library lawn. Ice pops made by Mama Laura Meals.

¡Ven a jugar con nosotros! Disfruta de una charamusca(Boli) con nosotros mientras jugamos algunos juegos al aire libre afuera en el césped de la biblioteca.

Paint Yourself Calm Family Watercolor WorkshopSaturday, August 7, 10:00 AM | ZoomJoin us for a family friendly watercolor workshop where you will learn to paint a soothing piece of artwork in this program led by watercolorist Lisa Christensen. We will be painting a beautiful piece of artwork. This project is perfect for kids and beginner watercolorists. Registration required.

Eulenspiegel Puppets Presents Magical Fish and MermaidsSaturday, August 7, 11 AM | East Side LibraryJoin us to celebrate the end of Summer Reading with a magical puppet show from the renowned Eulenspiegel puppets. Stay afterwards to work on our Magical Fish and Mermaids I-Spy in the children’s area, complete with special prizes!

Storytimes!CENTRAL LIBRARYAugust 7 – Saturday Morning Special | 10:15 AMAugust 14 – Saturday Morning Special | 10:15 AMAugust 20 – Toddler Wiggles and Giggles | 10:15 AMAugust 27 - Toddler Wiggles and Giggles | 10:15 AM

EAST SIDE LIBRARYAugust 7 – Special Magic Puppet Storytime | 11 AM

FRANKLIN AVENUE LIBRARYAugust 3 – Baby Storytime in the Park | Frisbie Park,

6101 Muskogee Ave. | 10:30 AM

FOREST AVENUE LIBRARYAugust 4 – Family Storytime | 10:15 AM August 18 – Family Storytime | 10:15 AM August 21 – Bilingual Storytime with Viet Advocacy | 10:15 AM August 25 – Family Storytime | 10:15 AM

NORTH SIDE LIBRARYAugust 17 – Mother Goose on the Loose | 10:30 AMAugust 18 – Family Storytime | 6:00 PM August 19 – Preschool Storytime | 10:30 AMAugust 24 – Mother Goose on the Loose | 10:30 AMAugust 25 – Family Storytime | 6:00 PM August 26 – Preschool Storytime | 10:30 AMAugust 31 – Mother Goose on the Loose | 10:30 AM

SOUTH SIDE LIBRARYAugust 5 – Sunshine Storytime | 10:00 AMAugust 19 – Sunshine Storytime | 10:00 AMAugust 26 – Sunshine Storytime | 10:00 AMAugust 30 – Family Storytime | 6:30 PM

VIRTUAL STORYTIMESAugust 17 – Bilingual Storytime/Cuentos y Canciones

Bilingües | 6:30 PM, Facebook

A storytime break has been planned for August 9-13.

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Maker Day Challenge: LEGO ConstructionFriday, August 13, 20, & 27 | Forest Avenue LibraryCalling 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.

August 13: LEGO Construction

August 20: Straw Connectors

August 27: Roller Coasters

Friday Morning Dance FeverFriday, August 13, 10 AM | Central LibraryJoin us in the Central Library meeting rooms for a Dance Party to celebrate the end of the summer! Come wearing your boogie shoes to bust some moves to Miss Mary’s list of dance tunes!

Blank Park Zoo presents Colorful CreaturesSaturday, August 14, 10 AM | East Side LibraryJoin special guests from Blank Park Zoo to learn how animals’ coloring and camouflage help them thrive in their environment.

Backyard Science: Bubble Snakes!Monday, August 16, 6 PM | South Side LibraryFamilies will learn to assemble a bubble snake

device to take home and use our bubble solution to make bubble snakes outside on the library lawn!

Giant Board GamesThursday, August 19, 10-11 AM and 4-5 PM | Central LibraryHead to Central Library to play giant board games, from tic-tac-toe to Jenga, and more! Come to one or both of the sessions.

Epic Graphic Novel Club: DoodlevilleFriday, August 20, 4:30 PM | East Side LibraryThis month, we’ll be talking about Doodleville, by Chad Sell. Copies may be picked up at the East Side Library upon registration. Registration required.

Recycled ArtSaturday, August 21 | 10 AM | North Side LibraryBring your imagination to North Side and turn recycled materials into art.

Creative ReadersFriday, August 27, 4:30 PM | North Side LibraryHow do you find courage to stand out from the crowd? Join us as we read Bindu’s Bindis by Supriya Kelkar and be inspired. Then we’ll make paper plate dancers together.

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All About Oceans Library Learning BagAugust 2-7 | East Side LibraryPick up a special learning bag with activities all about the ocean. While supplies last.

My Little Pony Take & MakeAugust 9-13 | Forest Avenue Library Decorate your own unicorn suncatcher with bonus My Little Pony activity pages and crafts. While supplies last.

Witch and Wizard BagsAugust 16-21 | Forest Avenue Library Fans of fantasy can enjoy a bag with magical activities. Decorate a wand and concoct a fizzy potion. While supplies last.

Rocket Take & MakeAugust 23-28 | Forest Avenue LibraryGet all the supplies you need to make and launch your own Alka-Seltzer rocket! While supplies last.

Bean Mosaic Art Take & MakeAugust 30-September 3 | Forest Avenue LibraryLet your creativity run wild! Grab a bag with materials to make your own bean mosaic art at home. While supplies last.

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Level Up!Tuesday, August 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31 | 3:30 PM | Forest Avenue LibraryLevel Up your gaming skills! Use our tablets and Nintendo Switch to play Among Us, Minecraft, Roblox, and more. Ages 8+.

3D Printing Party: MinecraftThursday, August 5, 3:30 PM | Forest Avenue LibraryAre you curious about 3D printing? Watch the 3D printer build a model, experiment with 3D pens, and enjoy other Minecraft themed activities.

Among Us Escape RoomMonday, August 9 | 3:30 and 4:30 PM | Forest Avenue LibraryCrewmates! Someone on our ship is acting sus. Is it sabotage? Help us figure out who the imposter is and escape unharmed. Registration required.

Perler Bead Pixel ArtTuesday, August 10, 4 PM | Central LibraryJoin us at Central Library to create awesome, pixelated art using perler beads. All you need to bring is your creativity! Registration required.

Teen Mindfulness KitAugust 16-21 | East Side Library Stop by before schools starts and take a minute to focus on yourself. Take home a mindfulness kit to help settle your mind while enjoying some stress relieving activities. While supplies last.

Back-to-School Mario KartMonday, August 23, 4 PM | Franklin Avenue LibraryJoin us for this back-to-school event combining gaming and crafts! We will be making Mario-themed bookmarks and playing Mario Kart 8 on the Nintendo Switch. Play in-person or at home. Call (515) 283-4152 to register.

Anime/Manga ClubThursday, August 26, 4 PM | Central LibraryLove anime and manga? Want to nerd out about it with other people who love it, too? Join us at this program, where we’ll get together and discuss all things anime and manga, do crafts, play games, watch anime, and more!

After-School Club: Video GamingTuesday, August 31, 4 PM | North Side LibraryJoin us after school to play games on our Nintendo Switch or Minecraft on our iPads.


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Outreach ProjectThe

The Outreach ProjectMondays and Fridays, 1-3 PM | Central LibraryGet help finding community resources like meal sites and shelters, or support and referrals for matters like scheduling a medical or mental health appointment or applying for an ID. Community advocates from Primary Health Care, Central Iowa Shelter & Services, and Hope Ministries will offer help and support to those in need at Central Library.

Writers’ Workshop Monday, August 2, 5:30 PM | Central LibraryShare samples of your work and receive feedback from other writers in the group. If you would like to share your writing with the group, please attach the document in an email to [email protected] so that copies can printed prior to the event.

Conversations & CoffeeTuesday, August 3, 10, 17, 24, & 31, 12:30 pm | Forest Avenue LibraryJoin community members and English language learners at Forest Avenue Library for chats and snacks! Activities are provided to prompt and encourage conversation.

How to Sign-Up for DMACC Classes Saturday, August 7, 2-4 PM | Forest Avenue Library

Staff from DMACC Admissions will be here to help you through the class registration process. Meet representatives from DMACC’s Workforce Training Academy, learn about financial aid with materials from the Iowa College Access Network, or

talk to Drake admissions staff about transferring credits. Activities and snacks will be provided for kids. Help in Spanish will be available, as well.

Franklin Cinema ClubMonday, August 16, 6:30 PM | Franklin Avenue LibraryJoin us to discuss critically acclaimed and noteworthy films at the Franklin Cinema Club, a new film discussion series held on the third Monday of each month. Please watch the movie, available on Kanopy, prior to the program. This month we’ll be discussing Timbuktu.

An Introduction to Overnight OatsThursday, August 26, 6 PM | East Side Library

Loaded with superfoods and super flavor, overnight oats are a healthy grab-and-go breakfast or snack. Learn how easy it is to make, discover how power packed each serving can be, then create your own customized jar to take home to eat the next day! Registration required.

CROSSROADS: A Journey with the BluesSaturday, August 28, 2 PM | Riley Park, 2819 53rd StreetFamilies can come to this program and learn how to play the harmonica from Central Iowa Blues Society member Malcolm Wells. Attendees will receive a free harmonica courtesy of the Central Iowa Blues Society while supplies last, so come early!

Fall Gardening with Polk County ExtensionMonday, August 30, 6 PM | Franklin Avenue LibraryLearn about growing food this autumn and how to prepare for winter. Kalsa Parker Browning, a Master Gardener with the Iowa State Extension Office, will lead the program.

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August Book ClubsDMPL Virtual Genre Voyager Book ClubWednesday, August 4, 6:30 PM | ZoomThis month, we’ll be reading The Night Tiger, by Yangsze Choo. Registration required.

Franklin Afternoon Book DiscussionMonday, August 9, 1 PM | Franklin Avenue LibraryThis month we’re reading Educated, by Tara Westover. Registration required.

DMPL Virtual YA for Adults Book ClubThursday, August 19, 6 PM | ZoomThis month, we’re reading Verify, by Joelle Charbonneau. Registration required.

DMPL Virtual Book ClubTuesday, August 24, 6 PM | ZoomThis month, we’re reading An Extraordinary Union, by Alyssa Cole. Registration required.

DSM Book Festival Book ClubThursday, August 26, 7 PM | ZoomThis month, we’ll be reading The Plot. by Jean Hanff Korelitz. Registration required.

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2021 TriviaSmackdown

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