THE WEST DES MOINES PUBLIC LIBRARY SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

The Pet Project Midwest

When: Sunday, November 22, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Community Room

Meeting of potential volunteers

Tamil Society

When: Sunday, November 22, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

Focus Group

Drop-in Craft

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - All Day
Where: Other

Come in to the Children’s Department any time during these 3 days and we have a very special Thanksgiving craft for you. No registration needed.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

CISHRM

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 5:30 PM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

Study Group

Health Care Reform

When: Monday, November 23, 2009 - 6:30 PM
Where: Community Room

Dialogue to encourage support for Health Care Reform

Drop-in Craft

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - All Day
Where: Other

Come in to the Children’s Department any time during these 3 days and we have a very special Thanksgiving craft for you. No registration needed.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

West Des Moines Public Library Friends Foundation Meeting

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 5:00 PM
Where: Community Room

Monthly meeting of the West Des Moines Public Library Friends Foundation

Quail Vista Townhomes

When: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 - 6:00 PM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

Association Meeting

Drop-in Craft

When: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 - All Day
Where: Other

Come in to the Children’s Department any time during these 3 days and we have a very special Thanksgiving craft for you. No registration needed.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Wiggles N' Tunes

When: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Community Room

Children were born to sing and love to create sounds! Join us for a Wiggles N' Tunes class where you and your child will experience a magical musical journey with a carefully planned curriculum. Brought to you by Keyboard West.

Wiggles N' Tunes

When: Wednesday, November 25, 2009 - 10:15 AM
Where: Community Room

Children were born to sing and love to create sounds! Join us for a Wiggles N' Tunes class where you and your child will experience a magical musical journey with a carefully planned curriculum. Brought to you by Keyboard West.

Library Closed - Thanksgiving Day

When: Thursday, November 26, 2009 - All Day

The Library will be closed on Thursday, November 26th for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will be open Friday, November 27th from 2pm to 5pm. Regular hours resume on Saturday, November 28th at 9am.

Library Closed

When: Thursday, November 26, 2009 - 9:00 AM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

Library Closed

Library Closed

When: Thursday, November 26, 2009 - 9:00 AM
Where: Community Room

Library Closed

Library Open 2pm-5pm

When: Friday, November 27, 2009 - 2:00 PM

The Library will be closed on Thursday, November 26th for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will be open Friday, November 27th from 2pm to 5pm. Regular hours resume on Saturday, November 28th at 9am.

Writer's Club

When: Saturday, November 28, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

The 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month, 10am-1pm, except some holidays - check the Calendar to verify.

For accomplished or aspiring writers...informal meetings, writing exercises, share writing and constructive criticism. Any form of writing is encouraged. Questions? Call 222-3413.

State of Iowa Bosnian American Association

When: Sunday, November 29, 2009 - 2:00 PM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

Pre-Registration Meeting

Registration Begins for Teen December Programs

When: Monday, November 30, 2009 - All Day

Registration begins today for December Teen Programs at the library. You may register in person at the Reference Desk, call us at 222-3403, or register online beginning at 9 a.m.

Registration for December Children's Programs

When: Monday, November 30, 2009 - 9:00 AM

Registration for December children's programs begins today at 9:00 a.m. You may register online, in person or call 222-4503.

Des Moines Area Quilt Guild

When: Monday, November 30, 2009 - 6:00 PM
Where: Community Room

Wrap up meeting

Shake, Rattle & Roll

When: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Community Room

You'll be movin' and groovin' during this hand-clappin', foot-stompin' morning! Registration is required and begins on Monday, Nov. 30 at 9:00 a.m. You may register online, in person, or call us at 222-3405.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Shake, Rattle & Roll

When: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 - 10:30 AM
Where: Community Room

You'll be movin' and groovin' during this hand-clappin', foot-stompin' morning! Registration is required and begins on Monday, Nov. 30 at 9:00 a.m. You may register online, in person, or call us at 222-3405.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Heartland AEA/West Des Moines Schools

When: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 - 12:00 PM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

Problem Solving/Scheduling

Metro autism support group

When: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 - 6:30 PM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

Support and information

Club Read Social

When: Tuesday, December 01, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Community Room

Make new friends! Discover new authors! Bring an appetizer or dessert to share, and we'll talk about what we've all been reading lately. Newcomers welcome. Registration preferred.

Shake, Rattle & Roll

When: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Community Room

You'll be movin' and groovin' during this hand-clappin', foot-stompin' morning! Registration is required and begins on Monday, Nov. 30 at 9:00 a.m. You may register online, in person, or call us at 222-3405.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Shake, Rattle & Roll

When: Wednesday, December 02, 2009 - 10:30 AM
Where: Community Room

You'll be movin' and groovin' during this hand-clappin', foot-stompin' morning! Registration is required and begins on Monday, Nov. 30 at 9:00 a.m. You may register online, in person, or call us at 222-3405.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

WDM Library

When: Thursday, December 03, 2009 - 8:00 AM
Where: Community Room

Quarterly All Staff Meeting

Iowa Head Start Association

When: Thursday, December 03, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Community Room

Training

Iowa Head Start Association

When: Thursday, December 03, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

Directors Networking

Teen Game Day

When: Thursday, December 03, 2009 - 5:30 PM
Where: Community Room

Check out the Library's XBox 360, Rock Band 2, Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Wii, DDR, Guitar Hero III, and tons of board games. Bring in your own games and systems to share with others! Pizza and snacks provided. Registration is required.

WDM Girls Softball Association

When: Thursday, December 03, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

Monthly Board Meeting

Iowa Department of Public Health

When: Friday, December 04, 2009 - 9:00 AM
Where: Community Room

Prevention and Chronic Care Management Advisory Council

Scrapbook Club

When: Saturday, December 05, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Community Room

Behind on your scrapbooks? Well, join the club!

Toddler Holiday

When: Monday, December 07, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Community Room

For children 6 months through 2 years old plus an adult. It’s a special holiday Mother Goose Time for our youngest library users. Registration is required and begins on Monday, Nov. 30.

Toddler Holiday

When: Monday, December 07, 2009 - 10:30 AM
Where: Community Room

For children 6 months through 2 years old plus an adult. It’s a special holiday Mother Goose Time for our youngest library users. Registration is required and begins on Monday, Nov. 30.

CHADD

When: Monday, December 07, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Community Room

support group for parents and adults dealing with AD/HD

Crafteen: Duct Tape!

When: Tuesday, December 08, 2009 - 6:30 PM
Where: Community Room

Learn the basics of duct tape art. Make a creation of your own and pick up ideas for stuff to make at home. Registration is required.

Teen Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting

When: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 3:30 PM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

Are you interested in making the library a better place for teens? Then the WDM Public Library’s TAB is for you! By becoming a member of TAB you can take a leadership role in your community, give input in teen activities, and help develop the collection of young adult materials at the Library. TAB members also host fundraisers for teen programming at the Library, participate in community activities, help with Children's programs at the library and more. See what it's all about - stop by a meeting or pick up an application today!

TAB meets September through May on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 3:30-5:00 p.m. in the Library's Classroom. For more information contact Courtney at courtney.alfaro@wdm-ia.com or 222-3412.

Holiday Workshop

When: Wednesday, December 09, 2009 - 4:00 PM
Where: Community Room

Wednesday, Dec. 9 – Kids Holiday Card Workshop at 4:15 p.m. for ages 5 & up. Make a card for your friends and family at the West Des Moines Library. Registration is required and begins on Monday, Nov. 30.

Candy Canes and Snowflakes

When: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 10:30 AM
Where: Community Room

Celebrate the season with stories, songs and a holiday craft, for ages 2-6 with an adult. Registration is required and begins on Nov. 30.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Tween Club Read

When: Thursday, December 10, 2009 - 4:15 PM
Where: Community Room

Join us for discussion and activities related to this month's book (more info to come.) Sign up at the Children's Desk starting Friday, November 6. For children ages 11-15.

Candy Canes and Snowflakes

When: Friday, December 11, 2009 - 10:30 AM
Where: Community Room

Celebrate the season with stories, songs and a holiday craft, for ages 2-6 with an adult. Registration is required and begins on Nov. 30.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Writers Club

When: Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

The 2nd and 4th Saturdays of each month, 10am-1pm, except some holidays - check the Calendar to verify.

For accomplished or aspiring writers...informal meetings, writing exercises, share writing and constructive criticism. Any form of writing is encouraged. Questions? Call 222-3413.

Democratic Activist Womens Network (DAWN)

When: Saturday, December 12, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Community Room

meeting

Tiger Scouts Pack 180

When: Sunday, December 13, 2009 - 3:30 PM
Where: Community Room

Den Meeting

Drop-in Craft

When: Monday, December 14, 2009 - All Day
Where: Other

Come in to the Children’s Department anytime the library is open, Monday - Saturday this week to make your own holiday craft. No registration needed.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Drop-in Craft

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - All Day
Where: Other

Come in to the Children’s Department anytime the library is open, Monday - Saturday this week to make your own holiday craft. No registration needed.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Beginning Drum Circle

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 9:30 AM
Where: Community Room

Join Jenny for a new group rhythm experience for children ages 3 to 6 years old including songs, games and stories all using drums. Registration is required and begins on Monday, Nov. 30 at 9:00 a.m. You may register online, in person, or call us at 222-3405.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Beginning Drum Circle

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 10:30 AM
Where: Community Room

Join Jenny for a new group rhythm experience for children ages 3 to 6 years old including songs, games and stories all using drums. Registration is required and begins on Monday, Nov. 30 at 9:00 a.m. You may register online, in person, or call us at 222-3405.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Library Board Meeting

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 5:00 PM
Where: Community Room

Monthly meeting of the West Des Moines Public Library Board of Trustees

Girl Scouts of Greater Iowa

When: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 - 6:00 PM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

Adult leaders meeting

Drop-in Craft

When: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - All Day
Where: Other

Come in to the Children’s Department anytime the library is open, Monday - Saturday this week to make your own holiday craft. No registration needed.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Iowa Workforce & Development

When: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 1:00 PM
Where: Community Room

Informational meeting on Taxes for unemployed

The Polar Express

When: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 4:15 PM
Where: Story Room

Climb aboard the Polar Express and depart for an arctic adventure. Entertainment en route to our destination to include the story, refreshments, and more!
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Townhomes at Meadowpoint

When: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 6:30 PM
Where: Community Room

annual owners' meeting

Noelcrest Condos

When: Wednesday, December 16, 2009 - 7:00 PM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

monthly meeting

Drop-in Craft

When: Thursday, December 17, 2009 - All Day
Where: Other

Come in to the Children’s Department anytime the library is open, Monday - Saturday this week to make your own holiday craft. No registration needed.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Iowa Dept of Public Health

When: Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 10:00 AM
Where: Community Room

Iowa E-Health project

Kids Club Read

When: Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 4:15 PM
Where: Community Room

If you like to read and talk about books, this group is for you. Sign up anytime at the Children's Desk or call 222-3405.

Quail Ridge Homeowners Association

When: Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 4:30 PM
Where: Classroom 2nd Floor

Board Meeting

Quail Ridge HOA

When: Thursday, December 17, 2009 - 6:00 PM
Where: Community Room

Homeowner's Meeting

Drop-in Craft

When: Friday, December 18, 2009 - All Day
Where: Other

Come in to the Children’s Department anytime the library is open, Monday - Saturday this week to make your own holiday craft. No registration needed.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Drop-in Craft

When: Saturday, December 19, 2009 - All Day
Where: Other

Come in to the Children’s Department anytime the library is open, Monday - Saturday this week to make your own holiday craft. No registration needed.
Daycares with more than 5 children, please contact the Children's Desk at 222-3405.

Teen Game Day

When: Saturday, December 19, 2009 - 1:00 PM
Where: Community Room

Check out the Library's Rock Band 2, XBox 360, Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Wii, DDR, Guitar Hero III, and tons of board games. Bring in your own games and systems to share with others! Pizza and snacks provided. Registration is required.