Upcoming Events

Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use the Glowforge on your own after this program. 

Connect with others interested in environmentally friendly gardens. The focus is on native plants which foster and nourish wildlife.

Join us once a month to discuss books by underrepresented authors. Our goal is to amplify these voices and experiences while discussing social issues in the context of fiction and non-fiction books.

Snippets: A Writers' Workshop for Shorter Works Please email your submissions to Julia at jmdunt@dmpl.org if you would like them printed out. This group will read and discuss works out loud.

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.

August's presentation is the 2014 World War II drama Suite Française, starring Michele Williams, Kristin Scott Thomas, and Margot Robbie. Friday Flicks at Franklin is typically held on the second Friday of the month.

Spend a few hours with other crafters and work on your knit, crochet, or other craft projects. Please bring your own supplies and projects with you. Pleasant company is provided to share ideas and inspiration!

August's selection is Solito by Javier Zamora.

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.

Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies.

This program will feature tips for managing someone else’s finances, how to prepare for future care costs and the benefits of early planning.

This month's book is Community Board by Tara Conklin.

Join ISU Extension for this 8 week course that supports individuals and families in making healthy choices on a tight grocery budget.

Join Zakiya Jenkins from Grace Fitness as she leads chair exercises. All levels welcome!

Join librarians Dennis and Elizabeth for a monthly conversation around a life-changing nonfiction book.  Each month we’ll select a book that will change your perspective, give you new strategies for handling life’s challenges, or deepen your

Join us for South Side's Monthly Book Discussion!

Learn how to use the Glowforge Plus Laser Engraver at Tech Central! This program takes the place of the 1 on 1 Glowforge tutorial, so you will be fully qualified to book and use the Glowforge on your own after this program. 

Dungeons & Dragons is a role-playing game set in worlds of swords and sorcery where players use their imaginations to tell a story and create an adventure together.  We usually get together on the third Thursday of each month to play, but

The DSM LGBTQ+ Grief circle meets in person every third Thursday of the month from 6pm-7:30pm in Study Room 1 at the Central Library located in downtown Des Moines.

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.

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.

August's film selection is the 2011 thriller Margin Call, starring Kevin Spacey.

Beyond Birth: Baby's First Year is a free weekly postpartum support group for parents and their new babies.

This month we will be reading and discussing A Council of Dolls by Mona Susan Power. Copies of the book are available at the North Side Library.