Events

Come practice your English under the guidance of a trained volunteer teacher from the Iowa International Center. English language learners of all levels are encouraged to join us for a fun, relaxed hour of English practice. No registration or prep...

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Meet at the library at 2:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of every month for a discussion of each month’s book. Copies of the discussion book may be picked up at the library’s front desk, while supplies last.

Ready, set, stretch! Prepare for bedtime with fun stories and yoga inspired stretches for families. Children and their care-givers should arrive prepared to move in pajamas or other comfortable clothes. Please bring your own yoga mats or towels. N...

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Are your littles tired of their usual toys? Are you a parent or care-giver trying to find other adults to talk to? If you answered yes, this event is for you! Learn & Play Group offers differently themed play activities each month for children age...

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Lunch & Learn

No time to attend an evening or weekend program? Try our Lunch & Learn series! We’ll have a speaker every first Friday of month at the Waukee Community Center (675 Walnut St). Bring your brown bag lunch  and we’ll provide th...

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A book club for beginning readers! Join us as we read and discuss a different picture book each month. Each book discussion includes a themed activity and snack. For students in Kindergarden-2nd grade. Parents are encouraged to remain in the room....

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Every Saturday and Sundy during regular open hours. Families are encouraged to drop-in anytime to read some special stories and complete an activity specially selected by our Youth Services Staff. No registration required.

Youth entering K-5 are invited to attend a class to listen and learn about stringed instruments with Renee from the Des Moines Symphony Academy. After listening, children will have a chance to handle the instruments. Each class session is the same...

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Every Saturday and Sundy during regular open hours. Families are encouraged to drop-in anytime to read some special stories and complete an activity specially selected by our Youth Services Staff. No registration required.