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May
11
2025
Sun
Closing
Library Closed - Mother's Day
Description:
We will be closed on Sunday for Mother's Day. We reopen at 9am on Monday.
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Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
*This program is not sponsored by or affiliated with the West Des Moines Public Library.
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10 am |
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This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
School-Age Children,
Teens,
Adults
This event is in the "Babies" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
13
2025
Tue
Outreach: Nature Storytime in the Park
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Age Group:
Babies,
Toddlers,
Preschool,
School-Age Children,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Outreach
Event Details:
Spend some time with the Naturalist at Raccoon River Park's Biddle Shelter! We'll enjoy nature stories and a kid-friendly craft of activity. Bring a blanket and dress for the weather.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
15
2025
Thu
Understanding Healthcare.Gov and your Health Plans
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Program
Event Details:
Do you feel a bit overwhelmed by the
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
16
2025
Fri
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Southwoods Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Program
Event Details:
Join us at the West Des Moines Public Library for English with Friends, a welcoming and informal conversation program.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
16
2025
Fri
Adult Craft Day - Paper Topiaries
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Millie Knee Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Craft
Event Details:
Engage your creativity. Relieve stress. Make something beautiful. Learn a new skill. You can do all this at Adult Craft Day!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Millie Knee Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Program
May
17
2025
Sat
Jefferson Court Condominium Homeowners Association
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Community Room
Purpose of Meeting
Annual Meeting of the Association
*This program is not sponsored by or affiliated with the West Des Moines Public Library.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Millie Knee Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Program
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11 am |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
12
2025
Mon
Mindful Monday Workshop: Deep Dive Into Mindful Breathing
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Program
Event Details:
Program description: Are you looking for ways to manage or alleviate stress? Please join us for a four-part series to help learn ways to manage stress and improve mindfulness.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Millie Knee Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Program
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12 pm |
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1 pm |
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2 pm |
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This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
School-Age Children,
Teens,
Adults
This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
17
2025
Sat
Crossroads: A Journey With The Blues featuring Tina Haase-Findlay and Rob Lumbard @ 2 pm
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
School-Age Children,
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Performer
Event Details:
This program will start at 2:00 pm
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3 pm |
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4 pm |
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This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.
This event is in the "School-Age Children" group.
May
13
2025
Tue
Kids Club Read - Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
School-Age Children
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
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 Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume.
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5 pm |
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
14
2025
Wed
Retirement University: Investments & Taxes
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Program
Event Details:
Are you thinking about retirement but find it a bit overwhelming? We invite you to attend the 3-part Retirement University programs presented by SOFA (The Society for Financial Awareness)!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
15
2025
Thu
Adult Craft Night - Paper Topiaries
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Millie Knee Classroom
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Craft
Event Details:
Engage your creativity. Relieve stress. Make something beautiful. Learn a new skill. You can do all this at Adult Craft Night!
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
16
2025
Fri
People We Meet at the Library: A Party Celebrating Emily Henry Books!
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Program
Event Details:
Calling all book lovers! Join us for a fun-filled evening celebrating the heartfelt, witty, and romantic world of Emily Henry’s novels at the WDM Public Library.
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7 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
12
2025
Mon
Club Read: Hybrid Edition
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join Alana and Amy on Monday, May 12th at 7p.m. for Club Read, a book club for adults. You may join us in the Community Room at the library or through Zoom.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
13
2025
Tue
"Get Growing” with the Budding Optimist - Oh So Many Uses For Ornamental Grasses
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch:
Main Branch
Room:
Community Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Program
Event Details:
Are you looking for plants that offer low maintenance but have big impact in the garden?
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Adults
Registration Required
Offsite Event
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May
15
2025
Thu
Step Back in Time: Historical Fiction book group
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Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Historical fiction is a great way to learn about people and events through stories that bring history to life. Our group discusses titles from a wide variety of time/places/people.
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