Not much is on this weekend, so here are free events on the other days through next weekend (Nov 11–22), in Des Moines and within 5 miles.
3:30–4:30 pm
FreeNorth Side Library
Get hands-on with music this month and learn the basics of how to play the ukulele! We provide the instruments — you provide the willingness to try something new.
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Runs Nov 9–22
FreeDes Moines Central Library
Join us at the Central Library to learn more about some of our favorite children's authors and find the images hidden in the Youth area to earn a prize!
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4–5 pm
FreeSouth Side Library
Celebrate the beauty of fall using charcoal, pencils, pastels, and other art supplies to capture color, texture, and all the season has to offer.
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10–10:30 am
FreeNorth Side Library
Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and learn school readiness skills. Afterwards, we will enjoy free-play together.
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4–5 pm
FreeForest Avenue Library
One person's junk is another's treasure! We will make our own journals with artistic, elaborate collage works using found objects. Snack provided for all participants.
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3–5 pm
FreeForest Avenue Library
Join us in the Forest Meeting Room where building blocks will be available for open play!
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4–5 pm
FreeDes Moines Central Library
When you're learning to read, practicing out loud can be daunting! Visit Central Library to practice reading with an ARL TheraPet.
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9:30–10 am
FreeDes Moines Central Library
Join us weekly for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months.
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10:15–10:45 am
FreeForest Avenue Library
Listen to silly stories, sing songs, dance to music, and make art! Join Miss Emily for Family Storytime every Wednesday morning at 10:15 AM.
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10:15–10:45 am
FreeDes Moines Central Library
Join Ms. Sam for a fun storytime featuring movement, music, and free play! On the third Thursday of each month, Ms. Ana joins us for a bilingual story!
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10 am–12 pm
FreeForest Avenue Library
Bring your littles to our Play and Learn Group, designed for children ages 0-5, to discover, learn and play with different play equipment, toys, and sensory activities.
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10–11 am
FreeDes Moines Central Library
Little Explorers has a new twist! Join us for Little Explorers with Park-N-Play, hosted by the City of Des Moines Parks and Recreation department.
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