Event List

Come join us for Bubbles on the Square! Absolute Science returns twice this summer with their unique, hand-made bubble solution and a wide variety of wands for creating giant, fantastically shaped bubbles. Get ready for some sticky, bubbly fun!

Join us for a fun, free, and educational 45-minute adventure with storyteller and musician Dino O'Dell as he guides us on a journey across Planet Earth through engaging animations, music, and stories.

Waves of Danger Murder Mystery program for Adults and Teens on Wednesday, July 25^th at 12:00 p.m. in the Large Meeting Room. 

Come build with MagnaTiles in the Children's Department! 

Younger children should be supervised by an adult while engaging in play.

Join us in welcoming Erin Ford from Webster County Conservation for a free, fun, and educational program all about one of everyone’s favorite topics—bugs!

Discover the science behind bubbles with Absolute Science! Their expert bubbleologist will amaze you with incredible bubble tricks—featuring fog, smoke, helium, fire, and more—while explaining the fascinating science that makes it all possible.

Come build with MagnaTiles in the Children's Department! 

Younger children should be supervised by an adult while engaging in play.

Sean Gaskell features songs on the kora- a 21 stringed West African harp. He studied under the extensive instruction of Moriba Kuyateh and the late Malamini Jobarteh in Gambia, and both Youssoupha Cissokho and Mamadou Cissokho in Senegal.

Back by popular demand! Magician Mikayla Oz and her incredible assistant, Bubbles the Bird, return with a high-energy, interactive magic show packed with surprises, laughter, illusions, and more.

Join us for a fun time with both classic and new board and card games! We have a wide variety available, but you're welcome to bring your own too.

If you missed the fun in June, don’t worry—Bubbles on the Square is back! Join us as Absolute Science returns with their signature hand-made bubble solution and a wide variety of wands for creating giant, fantastically shaped bubbles.

Come build with MagnaTiles in the Children's Department! 

Younger children should be supervised by an adult while engaging in play.

Join us for a unique evening of mini-golf at the library after hours! Putters and golf balls will be provided for an exciting round of indoor fun! Registration required: Register online, in person, or by phone (515) 573-8167 ext.

Join us for a fun and educational open house featuring Spock’s Sanctuary, a Des Moines-based rescue organization dedicated to reptiles and amphibians.

Can you tell the difference between Lay's and Market Pantry Chips? How about Kraft and Great Value cheeses? We'll have a selection of name brand and generic/store brand foods and beverages to see if you can tell which is which!

Come build with MagnaTiles in the Children's Department! 

Younger children should be supervised by an adult while engaging in play.

Step into our spa workshop and craft your own luxurious self-care essentials. Indulge in the art of creating sugar scrubs, lip balms, exfoliating scrubs, foot soak blends, and even a soothing oatmeal milk for your bath.

Join us for a fun time with both classic and new board and card games! We have a wide variety available, but you're welcome to bring your own too.

Come build with MagnaTiles in the Children's Department! 

Younger children should be supervised by an adult while engaging in play.