Learn About Libby

 February 2025
Mondays: 9:00AM - 11:00AM
Wednesdays: 1:00PM - 3:00PM
Main Branch, Main Floor

Drop in on Mondays or Wednesdays in February to Learn about Libby. Libby is the library’s FREE reading app, offering e-books and audiobooks to library cardholders. Visit us to learn how to use Libby from a library staff member.

Note: We are closed on Monday, February 17th.

 

Bring Your Own Book Club

Celebrating Black History Month

 Saturday, February 22
10:30AM - 12:00PM
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Registration is encouraged; click HERE or call (563) 242-8441 to sign up.

Formerly Lyons Reads, this book club is relaxed and we have fun conversations about books and authors. We each read our own book and discuss it with our group.  For our February meeting, we encourage you to expand your knowledge about the contributions and accomplishments that Black men and women have made throughout history.

 

Family Book Club: From Page to Screen

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

 Tuesday, March 4
5:30PM - 7:00PM
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Registration is encouraged; click HERE or call (563) 242-8441 to sign up.

Join our Family Book Club, From Page to Screen, where stories come to life beyond the pages! Each quarter, we pick a children’s book that was adapted into a movie, and together, we'll explore the magic of both versions. Read the book as a family, then join us to compare the two—exploring how the movie matched our imagination and what changes were made in the transition from page to screen. Wear your pajamas and bring a pillow and blanket (if you want)—it's time to get cozy, read, and watch together!

 

Bunco Night

 Wednesday, March 5
4:45PM - 7:00PM
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Registration is open to ages 14+; click HERE or call (563) 242-8441 to sign up.

Please join us for Bunco Night! This is an easy to learn dice game that is lighthearted and friendly. Light snacks and drink will be provided. Bunco Night will be held on first Wednesdays unless noted otherwise.

 

Read With Love Book Club

PFLAG Clinton-RiverCities

 Thursday, March 6
5:30PM - 7:00PM
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Registration is encouraged; click HERE or call (563) 242-8441 to sign up.

Join our local PFLAG chapter for their book club! The titles picked focus on queer authors and/or stories. March's selection is As a Woman by Dr. Paula Stone Williams.

 

Learn Paper Quilling

Presented by Ranjani Gopikrishna

 Saturday, March 8
1:30PM - 3:00PM
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Registration is required, and limited, so sign up soon. This program is intended for ages 14+. Click HERE or call (563) 242-8441 to sign up.

Quilling, also known as Paper Filligree, is an art form created by rolling strips of paper. By rolling and guiding them to desired shapes, we can create beautiful art with intricate designs for various artistic and decorative purposes, including card-making, jewelry, and framed artwork.

 

Scam & Fraud Prevention for Older Adults

Presented by Randy Meier, Director of Seniors vs Crime in Clinton County

 Wednesday, March 12
5:30PM - 6:30PM
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Registration is encouraged; click HERE or call (563) 242-8441 to sign up.

Senior citizens are often targets for fraud. The elderly population is growing and elder fraud is a serious and growing threat that devastates victims not only financially, but emotionally, mentally, and physically. Please join us to learn about the many forms of elder fraud & scams & how to avoid them and report them.

 

Bilingual Storytime

 First Saturdays at 10:30AM
Main Branch, Lower Level

Join us for a fun and engaging bilingual Storytime at the library! This special event is designed for children and families to enjoy stories, songs, and activities in both English and Spanish. We will read aloud in both languages, offering an opportunity for young learners to explore new words, phrases, and cultures.

Bilingual Storytime will include age-appropriate stories, songs, and hands-on activities that encourage participation and foster a love of reading. Whether you're a beginner or fluent in both languages, this Storytime is perfect for all families looking to explore the beauty of bilingual learning together. We can't wait to see you there!

 

Creative Explorers

 Wednesdays at 3:00PM
Main Branch, Lower Level

Join us for an afternoon of play and learning! The Creative Explorers (formerly Afternoon Adventures) program offers a space for children to create, explore, and discover. Through fun and interactive programs, we aim to provide patrons of all abilities and stages of learning with the opportunity to learn about the world around them in a hands-on way.

Caregivers are encouraged to stay in the building and participate with their children. Children under the age of 8 are not to be left alone in the building without a caretaker at least 14 years of age.

 

Device Advice

 Thursdays, 9:00AM - 11:00AM
Main Branch, Main Floor

Visit the library to get any of your technology questions answered! Library staff will help you feel more comfortable using everyday technology, such as your smartphone, tablet, and/or laptop. Drop in at your convenience. 

 

 

Storytime

 Wednesdays at 10:30AM
Main Branch, Lower Level

Storytime is offered continually, with breaks occurring in late December and August. Join us for fun, stories, songs, puppet shows, and a craft to take home!

 

Teen Create & Connect

Begins March 7th!

 Fridays, 3:30PM - 5:00PM
Main Branch, Lower Level

Join us every Friday for a fun and creative way to kick off the weekend! The Create & Connect program is all about exploring your creativity, learning new skills, and hanging out with friends in a relaxed, supportive space. Whether you love crafting, building, designing, or just want to chill with some cool activities, this is the place for you.

Each week, we’ll have a variety of DIY projects, hands-on activities, snacks, and a chance to hang out, play games, and chat. It's your chance to experiment with new ideas, make awesome stuff, and be part of a vibrant teen community at the library. All skill levels are welcome – we’ll provide everything you need, so just grab your friends, bring your imagination, and we’ll see you Friday!

 

Wiggle Time

 Tuesdays at 10:30AM
Main Branch, Lower Level

We will have songs, toys, and bubbles for you and your baby or toddler to interact! This is a great chance for kids and caregivers to socialize with each other and their peers. This program is suited for ages 0-3.

Power of Reset and How to Change What’s Not Working with Author Dan Heath
 Wednesday, Mar 12, 1PM

#1 New York Times Bestselling Coauthor of Made to Stick, Switch, and The Power of Moments

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How Women’s Liberation Transformed America: In Conversation with Clara Bingham​​​​​​​
 Thursday, Mar 20, 1PM

Award-Winning Journalist and Author of Women on the Hill and Witness to the Revolution

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Dreams We Chase: An Author Talk with Novelist Jennifer Weiner​​​​​​​
 Wednesday, Mar 26, 6PM

#1 New York Times Bestselling Author of In Her Shoes, Big Summer, and The Breakaway

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Wordsmith and Wonder: An Author Talk with Jodi Picoult
 Wednesday, Apr 2, 6PM

#1 New York Times Bestselling Author of By Any Other Name and My Sister’s Keeper

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The Stories, Science, and History of Trees with Smithsonian Gardens Greenhouse Horticulturalist Matthew Fleming​​​​​​​
 Tuesday, Apr 8, 1PM

A Library Speakers Consortium and Smithsonian Institution Collaboration

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The Thrill of Writing Action, Adventure, and Suspense: A Conversation with Bestselling Author Gregg Hurwitz​​​​​​​
 Thursday, Apr 24, 6PM

Author of the New York Times Bestselling Orphan X Series

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#52Stories

 First Saturdays
Main Branch, 2nd Floor

On every headstone or plaque, there are two dates separated by a dash. How do you define your dash? The #52Stories genealogy project provides the inspiration you need to write down one story every week for a year by using a handwritten journal, blog, voice, or video recording. During this meeting we will chat about what we are doing with our own #52Stories project by sharing our stories & photos.

 

All-Ages Chess Club

Where Every Move Matters!

 First Saturdays
2:00PM - 4:00PM
Main Branch, Lower Level

Welcome to the All-Ages Chess Club, a vibrant community where chess enthusiasts of all skill levels come together to share their passion for the game! Players of all ages—children, teens, adults, and seniors—can connect over the chessboard. Whether you’re a curious beginner or a seasoned grandmaster, our club provides a friendly and inclusive environment for everyone.

 

Bring Your Own Book Club

 Check Calendar for Location

Formerly Lyons Reads, this book club is relaxed and we have fun conversations about books and authors. We each read our own book and discuss it with our group.

 

The Plarn Project

 Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Plarn is plastic yarn that is made from plastic shopping bags. This material is used by local volunteers to make comfortable sleeping mats for the homeless. Upcycling these plastic bags is a way to help our community and also reduce the amount of plastic going into landfills. If you are interested in donating clean plastic grocery bags & cutting them, please join us to learn more about this project.

 

Reading Party

On break, resuming Feb 11th.

 Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Enjoy quiet reading time with other area readers! This is the perfect party to join if you want designated monthly reading time. Light drinks and snacks will be provided. All ages are welcome! 

Can't make it right at 5:30pm? That's ok! Come whenever you can to read with us, even if it's for ten minutes.

 

Sewing Basics

 First Thursdays, January-April 2025
Next Workshop: Sept-Dec 2025
Main Branch, Makerspace

The Sewing Basics workshop includes 4 sessions, each held on the 1st Thursday of the month. You will be guided through the basics, from learning sewing machine parts and essential tools to mending, sewing simple projects, and much more!

Ages 14+ | 5:30PM - 6:30PM | Registration is closed.

Have you ever wanted to learn how to sew? Have your sewing skills gotten a little rusty over the years? Sign up for a series of beginner level workshops where you can learn to sew, or refresh your skills, alongside our Makerspace staff.

Youth Edition

Ages 10-14 | 4:00PM - 5:00PM | Registration is closed.

If you have ever wanted to learn how to sew, here is your chance! Sign up for a series of beginner level workshops where you can learn how to mend your old items as well as sew something new, alongside our Makerspace staff.

 

Spice Club

 Main Branch, 2nd Floor

Registration is closed.

This program is sponsored by The Spice & Tea Exchange® of TSTE of West Des Moines.