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Free things to do with kids in Des Moines, IA

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Weekend of Nov 13–15

Big outings

Library storytimes & programs (4, free)

From Des Moines & West Des Moines libraries and local venue calendars. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Nov 13

10amFriday Fun · Main Branch, West Des Moines 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Saturday, Nov 14

Weekend of Nov 20–22

Library storytimes & programs (7, free)

From Des Moines & West Des Moines libraries and local venue calendars. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Nov 20

10amFriday Fun · Main Branch, West Des Moines 0-2 · 3-5 · Free

Saturday, Nov 21

Weekend of Nov 27–29

Library storytimes & programs (2, free)

From Des Moines & West Des Moines libraries and local venue calendars. Some need registration; check the library page.

Saturday, Nov 28

Weekend of Dec 4–6

Library storytimes & programs (5, free)

From Des Moines & West Des Moines libraries and local venue calendars. Some need registration; check the library page.

Friday, Dec 4

Saturday, Dec 5

10:30amAnnie Sneak Preview · Franklin Avenue Library, Des Moines 0-2 · 3-5 · 6-10 · 11+ · Free
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19 events listed as free by their source over the next 4 weekends. Some may still need venue admission or registration; we note those when the source says so.

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