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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 5h

ASAP Mondays: Sensational Sculpture
Forest Avenue Library
Mondays, 4-5 PM
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ASAP Tuesdays: Spooky Cookies & Treats
East Side Library
Tuesdays, 3:20-4:30 PM
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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 5h

Calhoun County Paranormal Investigators Lecture
East Side Library
Tuesday, October 21
6:30-7:30 PM
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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 5h

Before You Write: A Book Club for Novelists
Central Library
Tuesday, October 21
6-7:30 PM
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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 5h

Frankenstuffies
Central Library
Monday, October 20
5:30-7 PM
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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 5h

Teentober Laser Tag Party
Franklin Avenue Library
Saturday, October 18
6-8 PM
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*Registration is full. Join the waitlist in the event of a cancellation.

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 5h

Quilling—The Art of Rolling and Shaping Paper
North Side Library
Saturday, October 18
10 AM-1 PM
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*Registration is full. Join the waitlist in the event of a cancellation.

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 5h

Photography Series: Photojournalism and Documentary Photography
Franklin Avenue Library
Thursday, October 16
6:30-8 PM
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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 5h

Fall Author Series with Hank Phillippi Ryan (Moderated by Heather Gudenkauf)
Central Library
Thursday, October 16
7-9 PM
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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 5h

There is always something fun coming up at the library! Check out the highlights of the events coming up in the next few days. From author events to book clubs and crafts there is always something for everyone happening at the library. buff.ly/HixA04O

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 8h

Today on Beyond the Shelves Jess and Sarah are talking about books that will put you in the mood for spooky season but aren't that scary. Listen to the episode everywhere you get your podcasts: buff.ly/mDgCuwy

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 1d

Everyday at the library there are creative opportunities for kids to explore, create, and play! Check out our upcoming events to make sure you don't miss out. www.dmpl.org/events

These photos were taken at the Forest Avenue Library.

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 1d

The countdown is on to Hank Phillippi Ryan's visit to DMPL on Thursday, October 16. You are not going to want to miss a riveting conversation between her and thriller author Heather Gudenkauf at Central Library. Learn more: buff.ly/TGYktJc

*This program will be livestreamed

Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 2d

If you loved Katabasis by R.F. Kuang check out our recommendations for dark academia with journeys to other worlds to add to your TBR pile. buff.ly/E21opVb

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 3d

October ASAP Days
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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 3d

Photography Series: Photojournalism and Documentary Photography
Franklin Avenue Library
Thursday, October 16
6:30-8 PM
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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 3d

Fall Author Series with Hank Phillippi Ryan (moderated by Heather Gudenkauf)
Central Library
Thursday, October 16
7-9 PM
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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 3d

Sewing for Tweens: Repurposing Items
Forest Avenue Library
Wednesday, October 15
4-5:30 PM
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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 3d

Craft Night: Book Page Wreath
Forest Avenue Library
Wednesday, October 15
4-5:30 PM
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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 3d

Community Craft Night: Macrame Keychains
North Side Library
Tuesday, October 14
6-7:30 PM
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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 3d

Preptober Writing Series: Build Your Creative Community with Linden Thompson
Central Library
Monday, October 13
6-7:30 PM
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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 3d

Introducing the Sunday roundup! Check out the highlights of some of the fun things to do at the library this week! From adult craft nights, to author events, and more there is something for everyone. buff.ly/EDhs50R

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 4d

DesMoiNTrak is back at the Franklin Avenue Library! For this weekend only get up close to their massive model train display. buff.ly/u2Khs9c

The train display will be open to the public the following hours:
Saturday: 10:30 AM-4:30 PM
Sunday: 12-2:30 PM

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 5d

Meet our October Kid Librarians Clara, Charlie, and Olivia! See their book lists and check out our kids newsletter. Check out our kids page: www.dmpl.org/kids

Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 5d

It’s starting to feel like fall! What are you reading?

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 5d

A few more Bannd Books Week Displays!

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