Travel to the Ocean and Back with Tori McClure
Tuesday, March 23, 6:30PM, Central Library
Tori McClure will discuss her thrilling story of high adventure and romantic quest entitled, A Pearl in the Storm: How I Found My Heart in the Middle of the Ocean. She shares that the most important thing in life is not to prove you are superhuman but
to fully embrace your own humanity. Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to hear her story first-hand!
Gov. Mitt Romney To Speak at the Library
Monday, March 29, Noon, Central Library
Governor Mitt Romney will be discussing his new book, No Apology: The Case for American Greatness. Widely recognized for his leadership and accomplishments as a public servant and in private enterprise, former Massachusetts Governor Mitt Romney delivers powerful insight and compelling solutions.
Discuss Oceans and Greatness
Tuesday, March 16, 6:00PM, Central Library - Literacy in a Different Way
Learn more about the book, A Pearl in the Storm: How I Found My Heart in the Middle of the Ocean, by Tori McClure, before meeting the author on Tuesday March 23, 6:30 PM. We will also discuss Gov. Mitt Romney’s book, No Apology: The Case for American Greatness. See Mitt on Monday, March 29 at Noon. Preregister.
A Raisin in the Sun
Tuesday, March 30, 6:00PM, Central Library
New Voices of Iowa, an acting company founded and directed by Ruth Ann Gaines, will present a readers theater version of A Raisin in the Sun, by Lorraine Hansberry. This event is sponsored by the African American Museum of Iowa.
The Library Cat Who Could
Wednesday, March 17, 2:00PM, East Side Library
Discuss the book Dewey: the Small Town Library Cat Who Touched the World, by Vicki Myron. Treats will be provided for participants.
Meet New Friends
Wednesday, March 17, 5:30PM, Forest Avenue Library
Join the group that supports programming at the Forest Avenue Library and meet new friends! New members are always welcome to join.
Get Your Books Fast!
Saturday-Saturday, March 20-27, 10AM, East Side Library
The Friends of the East Side Library will be putting on their annual used book sale. This year items will include books, magazines, records, DVDs, videocassettes, paperback books and more. Proceeds go to the Friends of the Library. The sale will operate during regular business hours.
Stuck At Home During Spring Break?
Don’t despair! Head to the library and check out a book, surf the Internet, or take a look at all the great movies and music CDs that await you. Don’t miss the special spring break programs planned just for teens.
- Tuesday, March 16, 3:00PM, South Side Library -Teen Activity.
Come rock out at the library with Rock Band! Snacks provided. - Tuesday, March 16, 4:00PM, Forest Avenue Library-Teen Activity (Ages 12-18).
March Madness Kickoff Party! Pick up your NCAA tournament bracket, watch some of the games, and eat snacks. - Tuesday, March 16, 6:00PM, East Side LIbrary -Teen middle school Gaming.
Come play Wii. - Thursday, March 18, 2:30PM, Central Library - Teen and Tween Craft.
Join us to make a scrapbook journal! Materials will be provided. Preregister. - Thursday, March 18, 3:00PM, Franklin Avenue Library/MHM -
Teen Make-It-Take-It Craft (Ages 12-18). Make Shrinky Dinks! Make keychains, jewelry, magnets, bookmarks and more.
SPRING BREAK 2010
The library is always a busy place, but we’ve scheduled several special activities to keep kids busy during their week out of school from March 15-19. Stop by for all sorts of fun events. Visit the library’s web site to check out the fun.
- Monday, March 15, Noon - 1:00 PM, North Side Library.
Monday Lunch Bunch: Bring your lunch and listen to stories while you eat.
Then make a fun leprechaun craft. Preregister. - Monday, March 15, 2:00-3:00 PM, Central Library.
Game On: kids ages 8-12 are invited to come in to play Wii games and board games. - Monday, March 15, 2:00-3:00 PM, Franklin Avenue Library/Merle Hay Mall. Game On: looking for something to do? Come hang out with us and play some fun board games. Snacks provided. Ages 5 and up. Bring your parents to play too!
- Monday, March 15 through Saturday, March 20, North Side Library.
Make-It-and-Take-It Craft: Create your own paper bag bunny. - Tuesday, March 16, 2:00-3:30 PM, East Side Library. FREE MOVIE. Rain or shine stop by to see Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. Bring a pillow and some treats.
- Tuesday, March 16, 3:00-4:00 PM, Central Library. Mystery Party: Children ages 8-12 are invited to solve the mystery of who stole the missing trophy. Preregister.
- Wednesday, March 17, 2:00-3:40 PM, Central Library. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon watching Monsters vs. Aliens on the big screen!
Show Off Your Gaming Skills @ the Library!
Come to the library and show all your friends how awesome your gaming skills are!
- Tuesday, March 16, 6:00PM, East Side Library -Teen and middle school kids
invited to play Wii. - Tuesday, March 30, 4:00PM, Forest Avenue Library - Play Wii on the big screen and enjoy free snacks!
Shrinky Dinks, Books, and Zine Club!
- Tuesday, March 16, 3:30PM, Central Library-Teens interested in writing about anime and manga are invited to join our Teen Zine. For more information contact Brenda at bkhall@dmpl,org.
- Friday, March 26, 3:30PM, North Side Library - Teen Make-It-Take-It Craft. Ages 12-18. Make Shrinky Dinks! Make key chains, jewelry, magnets, bookmarks and more. If you can make it we can shrink it!
- Tuesday, March 30 3:00PM, South Side Library - Enjoy a lively book discussion of Being, by Kevin Brooks.
Spring Saturdays are Whimsical at the Library
- Saturday, March 20, 10:00AM, Franklin Avenue Library-Ages 4-8.
Join us for a story and a fun craft. - Saturday, March 20, 11:00AM, Central Library - Make a whimsical wind sock.
- Saturday, March 27, 10:00AM, Franklin Avenue Library/MHM-Ages 4-8.
Join us for a story and a fun craft. - Saturday, March 27, 11:00AM, Central Library - Make and decorate a
paper plate basket.
Ways to Stay Healthy and Have a Great Time!
- Tuesday, March 23, 3:30PM, North Side Library - Healthy snacks program. It is essential for children to nutritionally recharge at the end of the school day to fuel growing bodies and minds. A Hy-Vee dietitian will offer expert advice about the importance of eating a healthy after-school snack. Sponsored by Wellmark.
- Thursday, March 25, 4:00PM, South Side Library-Martial Arts Program. Brandon Miller of Farrell's U.S. Martial Arts and Fitness will teach participants about the importance of exercise and healthy eating. Participants will also get to try out some fitness moves on their own. Sponsored by Wellmark.
Read to Furry Friends!
Practice your reading with the therapy dogs! Sign up at the children's desk for a ten-minute slot and read a favorite story to a furry friend.
- Saturday, March 20, 11:00AM, Central Library
- Saturday, March 20, 2:00PM, Central Library