Volunteer at the library during the Summer Reading Program! For every 10 hours you volunteer, you get a gift card! In order to volunteer, we need you to sign-up at the library & attend one orientation session. Orientations will be held on May 30 at 2:00 p.m. or May 31 at 11:00 a.m. If neither […]
Volunteer at the library during the Summer Reading Program! For every 10 hours you volunteer, you get a gift card! In order to volunteer, we need you to sign-up at the library & attend one orientation session. Orientations will be held on May 30 at 2:00 p.m. or May 31 at 11:00 a.m. If neither […]
Step into the world of wonder and excitement! You're cordially invited to witness an enchanting show like no other – the mesmerizing magic of Jonathan May. Join us at the Theora England Willcox Theatre at Northwestern College to see amazing magical fun for all ages!
Looking to feel more comfortable around dogs? Need a little extra love? Or do you just love dogs? Join us at our next dog therapy session! Optional registration below. Register once for the entire series to receive reminder emails.
Join us at City Hall for a visit from Sioux County Conservation. The conservationists will bring along some interesting animals, as well as providing some fun arts and crafts based on the animals we meet! You might even get to pet some fun animal friends.
Come and check out over 100 species of living arthropods, on display at the City Hall! Knowledgeable Iowa State Insect Zoo staff will talk about why our multi-legged friends are important for a healthy earth, how you can help them in your own outdoor spaces, and how you can spread the bug love! Many hands-on […]
Takeshi Hayasaka, born and raised in Miyagi prefecture located 200 miles north of Tokyo, the capital of Japan, came to Des Moines in August 2022, as a cultural coordinator of the Japan Outreach Initiative program for the Japan America Society of Iowa. He will be sharing with us about Japanese culture and manners. For those […]
Takeshi Hayasaka, born and raised in Miyagi prefecture located 200 miles north of Tokyo, the capital of Japan, came to Des Moines in August 2022, as a cultural coordinator of the Japan Outreach Initiative program for the Japan America Society of Iowa. He will be leading us in an origami workshop. This workshop is a […]
Everyone loves Bubbles! Interactive Bubble Experience where kids of all ages & adults get to make small bubbles, big bubbles, and all bubbles in between! All types of shapes, sizes, and colors of bubble wands are provided plus special super awesome big bubble making solution that make the biggest bubbles ever! Kids get to become […]
Ron Rynders will bring in live bee hives to demonstrate and teach about the bee keeping business. Join us to taste some fresh honey from the hive while you learn some tricks of the trade. Bring your fears about bees and leave them here.
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