Arts & Entertainment

Make a difference at your library! Students in 6th - 12th grade can suggest materials to order, plan programs, and volunteer. TAB meets once a month for about an hour and includes a fun activity and yummy snacks. Students must complete an application. Find the application online goo.gl/JTmF54

Eat Japanese snacks, watch anime, and talk about your favorite manga. For students in 6th grade and up.

Try new games, meet new people, and have fun! We'll have a selection of classic games and popular new releases available. Pizza will be served. Grades 6-12. RSVPs appreciated.

Try new games, meet new people, and have fun! We sometimes play Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride, or Sheriff of Nottingham, but we introduce new games each month as well. New to board games? No problem! We'll teach you how to play. 6th grade and up. Registration appreciated.

Hang out with fellow Harry Potter fans as we discuss favorite characters, create magical projects, eat Honeydukes inspired snacks, and more! We'll have a different activity each month. For students in 6th grade and up. Registration required.

No particular book is assigned for each meeting. Just read what you want and talk about it with the group. It's a great way to meet other bookish people and find great new books to read! Plus, there are snacks! 9th grade and up.

Enroll the entire family in spring classes at the Art Center this year! Gain skills, meet friends, and explore art making in our studio programs, family events and free museum. Check out our #entirelyunexpected course offerings.

Chess it up Iowa, a 501(c)(3), is sponsoring a series of 10 week long Chess Classes. There are classes for all ages and skill levels. Monday evening courses are held in West Des Moines, and Sunday classes are held in Ankeny. Check out the details on our website Chessitupiowa.org/classes

The Playhouse offers weekly classes and camps during breaks, with both winter and spring sessions.