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  • Justin Young Art Exhibit

    West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50265, West Des Moines, IA, United States

    Cityscapes and museum art from "Young at Art" Collection.

  • Can You Find It?

    Johnston Public Library 6700 Merle Hay Rd Johnston, IA 50131, Johnston, IA, United States

    Join us for a fun Scavenger Hunt throughout the Youth Services Area. Win a prize after finding all 10 themed items. For all ages.

  • Kids Club Read – Flat Stanley

    West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50265, West Des Moines, IA, United States

    If you like to read and talk about books, this club is for you. Join us for discussion and activities related to this month's book Flat Stanley by Jeff Brown. If you need a copy of the book, please come to the Children's Desk and check out a book club copy (while supplies last)! For ages 7-10. Register by filling out the form, call 222-3405, or stop in to the Children's Desk.

  • Empowered Aging: Knowledge for Every Stage: At Home Care

    West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50265, West Des Moines, IA, United States

    Join us for Empowered Aging: Knowledge for Every Stage, a three-part series designed to help you navigate the many options for aging with confidence. We’ll explore different living options in senior communities, ways to receive personalized care at home, and programs that provide long-term security while aging in place.

  • Trout Release at Terra Lake

    Johnston Terra Park

    Join the Johnston Parks Department and the Iowa DNR as they release trout into Terra Lake on Monday, March 23, beginning at 12:00 p.m. Join the Johnston Parks Department and the Iowa DNR as they release trout into Terra Lake on Monday, March 23, beginning at 12:00 p.m.

  • How Iowa Met Baseball: the Myths, the History, the Players

    West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50265, West Des Moines, IA, United States

    Opening Day for Major League Baseball is March 26th, so what better time to learn about Iowa's rich baseball history? Please join us for How Iowa Met Baseball: the Myths, the History, the Players presented by John Liepa. Over the past century the setting for the spring passion of many Iowans has been the ballpark. This presentation explores the myths of baseball’s origins, the early history and evolution of the game, baseball’s journey to Iowa and the role of the Civil War in spreading its popularity.

  • Drop-in Activity: Poetry Terrariums

    West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50265, West Des Moines, IA, United States

    In April, we invite you to make your own Poetry Terrarium. Just what is a Poetry Terrarium? It combines snips of words and/or poetry in a small, clear box with tiny found objects (like keys or lego pieces). We supply the box, tiny objects and images, along with some selections of poetry (or you can write your own). All you need is your imagination!

  • Self Care Strategies

    West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50265, West Des Moines, IA, United States

    In the middle of the demands of daily life, it's easy to forget about self-care. Join us to explore six simple strategies to help you recharge and stay grounded. You'll choose a few strategies that best fit your life and create a plan to incorporate them into your routine, helping you feel more balanced, energized, and strong every day.

  • Family Storytime

    West Des Moines Public Library 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy West Des Moines, IA 50265, West Des Moines, IA, United States

    Join us in the Community Room for this class featuring stories, songs, and rhymes followed by gross and fine motor play all with an early literacy focus! For ages 2-6 w/adult.

  • VolunTEENS

    Johnston Public Library 6700 Merle Hay Rd Johnston, IA 50131, Johnston, IA, United States

    Are you a student in 8th through 12th grade looking to make a difference in your community? Join our VolunTEEN program at JPL! On the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month, from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m., you can volunteer to help with tasks that support our youth events. Volunteers will help prepare crafts and activities for library programs and assist with various tasks throughout the library.

  • Teen Mario Kart Tournament

    Johnston Public Library 6700 Merle Hay Rd Johnston, IA 50131, Johnston, IA, United States

    Let's go! Drive, dodge, and maneuver your way to a first-place finish in our Mario Kart Tournament! Prizes for the winners. 6th grade and up. This is a drop-in program - no registration necessary. Tournaments happen every Wednesday.

  • Anime Club

    Johnston Public Library 6700 Merle Hay Rd Johnston, IA 50131, Johnston, IA, United States

    Join JPL's Anime Club each week for Japanese snacks, anime trivia, and art projects! All fans welcome! Registration is not required, but it is appreciated for planning purposes. You will receive reminder emails about meetings if you register.