Reading OUT Loud: Banned Book Week Event
Tue, Oct 07
|Des Moines
Join us for an evening filled with stories, imagination, and fun at our Reading OUT Loud Banned Book Week Event! Whether you're a little listener, a curious teen, or a book-loving adult, there's something special just for you.
Time & Location
Oct 07, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Des Moines, 1620 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 50314, USA
Guests
About the event
Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the power of stories they tried to silence. Reading OUT Loud is a free, all-ages event featuring live readings from banned and challenged books—highlighting diverse voices, bold ideas, and the freedom to read. Whether you're a little listener, a curious teen, or a book-loving adult, there's something for everyone.
🧒 Children’s Hour (5PM) – Interactive stories and take-home crafts
👦👧 YA Hour (6PM) – Engaging book selections and creative challenges
🧑 Adult Hour (7PM)– Thought-provoking reads, and relaxing literary escape.