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Prairie Talk
by tjpaluch
Stephanie Badsoldier Snow
Monday, September 11, 6:30 PM | Franklin Avenue Library
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Stephanie Badsoldier Snow, the education coordinator for the Meskwaki Nation, will talk about Iowa prairies and Native cultures. While here, visit the Franklin Avenue Library’s new prairie roots display.
Career Fair
Thursday, September 7, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM | Central Library
Join the DMPL Central Library and IowaWORKS for a career fair featuring employers from downtown and surrounding areas. Meet with various hiring employers and register for a mock interview or resume prep assistance.
The Importance of a Black-Owned Comic Book Company in Des Moines
Thursday, September 7, 6:30 PM | Franklin Avenue Library
Comic book writer Basi Affia will speak about diversity in fiction and literature, incorporating his life experiences to highlight the importance of representation. He’ll discuss his comic book, Lost With All Hands, as an example of a story that celebrates Afrocentric cultures.
Drop-In: Plant Swap
Saturday, September 9, 10 AM-12 PM | East Side Library
Drop into the East Side Library for a plant swap! Bring houseplants or outdoor plants, and don’t forget to label them if you can. Don’t have a plant to share? Come in anyway; there will be extras! ISU Extension & Outreach Master Gardeners will be here to help give tips and tricks and answer questions.
Crochet 101: Start a Scarf
Saturday, September 9, 1 PM | North Side Library
Learn how to crochet a scarf as the weather begins to cool. Each participant will receive a skein of yarn and a crochet hook. By the end of the program, participants will have a good start on their scarves which they can complete at home. Registration required.
Yarn Swap
Saturday, September 9, 2-3 PM | South Side Library
Come to the South Side Library Meeting Room and exchange your beloved yarns for “new to you” ones.
Living with Alzheimer’s for Caregivers: Late State
Tuesday, September 12, 2 PM | South Side Library
In the late stage of Alzheimer’s disease, caregiving typically involves new ways of connecting and interacting with the person living with the disease. You’ll hear from caregivers and professionals about resources, monitoring care, and ways to engage in meaningful connections.
Open a Book with a Rube Goldberg Machine
Tuesday, September 12, 6 PM | Forest Avenue Library
Find the most elaborate way to turn a page! Through trial and error, you’ll set up a complicated sequence of cause and effect. Bring friends and collaborate—or compete. All ages are welcome at this event, but kids should be accompanied by adults, even if you don’t work together.
Neal Smith Wildlife Refuge
Thursday, September 28, 6:30-8 PM | Franklin Avenue Library
Discover how Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge staff and volunteers are bringing back Iowa’s native tallgrass prairie and oak savanna ecosystems and wildlife populations. Learn how the refuge manages the landscape and wildlife populations, including bison and elk herds.
Senior Debate: Introduction
Tuesday, September 19, 3 PM | South Side Library
Welcome to Senior Debate 2023! This introduction session will be the kickoff for multiple rounds of public debate style tournaments that will flex your research skills and competitive nature. Staff will guide you through the process of learning about debate and the tournaments. For ages 55+.
Discovering Des Moines History
Tuesday, September 19, 5:30 PM | Central Library
Interested in learning about the history of our great city and the little corners that lie within? Stop by our monthly presentation on Des Moines’ fascinating past. You’ll also learn about the resources the library offers to explore the history of your city, neighborhood, or house.
ACLU Presents: Engaging with Elected Representatives
Wednesday, September 20, 6 PM | South Side Library
Learn how to best interact with your elected representatives on topics you care about with assistance from the Iowa ACLU!
Marry Mr. Darcy: The Pride & Prejudice Card Game
Saturday, September 23, 2 PM | South Side Library
Join us at the South Side Library for a role-playing card game where you become one of the heroines from Jane Austen’s novel Pride and Prejudice. Players work to attract the interest of available suitors using both cunning and character.
Make a Coloring Book (Together!)
Tuesday, September 26, 6:30 PM | Forest Avenue Library
Come make a page or two for a coloring book! We’ll offer snacks and some ideas for the drawing-averse. At the end of the program, we’ll make copies for everyone, so you go home with a coloring book full of different art styles.
Egg Drop Challenge
Saturday, September 30, 2 PM | Forest Avenue Library
We’re going old-school science class chaos with this one: using random things from around the library, you’ll try to make sure your egg doesn’t break when dropped. Bring friends and collaborate—or compete. Kids should be accompanied by adults.
