Stop by South Side Library and pick up a Take-and-Make bag for Shark Week!
While Supplies Last
Due to a scheduled project, the south drive, pickup window, and book drop will be inaccessible at the Franklin Avenue Library from Friday, September 27 through Sunday, September 29. Parking will be limited in the east lot. The library will remain open for normal hours.
The South Side Library will be open today for normal hours as concrete work continues today and likely tomorrow. Patrons will need to enter the library parking lot through the pool's parking lot off of Porter Avenue. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Stop by South Side Library and pick up a Take-and-Make bag for Shark Week!
While Supplies Last
Toddlers and their caregivers can enjoy introductory stories, songs, music, and movement! For ages 18 months to 36 months.
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Get creative at North Side! Drop-in to the library on Mondays during June and July to enjoy a variety of arts and crafts supplies.
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Join Miss Jennifer for Preschool Storytime on Monday mornings at 10:15 a.m. There will be stories, rhymes, music, and more.
This storytime is recommended for ages three to five, but all children are welcome to attend.
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Pack a picnic for the family and join Franklin Avenue Library at Woodlawn Park!
The Des Moines Public Library is partnering with area organizations to connect people with community resources. Community advocates will provide information about community resources like meal sites and shelters.
Please join us for our monthly book group where we will discuss The Mystery of Mrs.
The Art of Expression is a monthly program for teens to learn and create different types of art in a relaxed atmosphere.
Fernando Aveiga moved to Iowa from Ecuador, and performs in the band Parranderos Latin Combo. On Mondays in July (except the 1st), 4–5 p.m., he will also lead ASAP Mondays: Drumming classes!
Join us for the DMPL Writer's Workshop on the first* Monday of the month from 5:30-7:30 PM. Share samples of work and receive feedback from other writers in the group.
DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER, WE WILL NOT HOST THE TOUCH-A-TRUCK EVENT. A REGULAR STORYTIME WILL BE HELD IN THE MEETING ROOM.
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
July's film selection is the 1940 Howard Hawks comedy His Girl Friday, starring Cary Grant.