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The Des Moines Public Library is pleased to announce that Melissa McCollum has been named the library's next library director. McCollum will begin her new role Monday, February 9. buff.ly/sFsgOHI
Get ready for the craziness of the holiday season at our 2025 Mindfulness Day at the Franklin Avenue Library on Saturday! Spend a day engaging in a variety of contemplative practices that will give you the opportunity for peaceful space to get centered. buff.ly/RBRlSq3
November 21, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Get ready for the craziness of the holiday season at our 2025 Mindfulness Day at the Franklin Avenue Library on Saturday! Spend a day engaging in a variety of contemplative practices that will give you the opportunity for peaceful space to get centered. buff.ly/RBRlSq3
Happy Friday! What books are you looking forward to cozying up with this weekend?
November 21, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Happy Friday! What books are you looking forward to cozying up with this weekend?
Pizza on the brain! We are 20 days into our annual 30x30 Challenge and more than 800 of you are reading to try to win gift cards to Dough Co. Pizza. If you have fallen behind you can still catch up. buff.ly/swlDrZ3
November 20, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Pizza on the brain! We are 20 days into our annual 30x30 Challenge and more than 800 of you are reading to try to win gift cards to Dough Co. Pizza. If you have fallen behind you can still catch up. buff.ly/swlDrZ3
Storytime with the Grinch is happening on Saturday at 11 AM at Central Library! Come meet The Grinch, listen to How the Grinch Stole Christmas, and enjoy a fun holiday activity with the whole family. buff.ly/SwSDv3S
November 20, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Storytime with the Grinch is happening on Saturday at 11 AM at Central Library! Come meet The Grinch, listen to How the Grinch Stole Christmas, and enjoy a fun holiday activity with the whole family. buff.ly/SwSDv3S
Experience the life of a book, how it gets on the shelves at the library and makes it all the way to your hands.
The life of a book
Experience the life of a book, how it gets on the shelves at the library and makes it to your hands.
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November 20, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Experience the life of a book, how it gets on the shelves at the library and makes it all the way to your hands.
🎄❄️ Exciting news! This holiday season, four DMPL locations have partnered with Metro Waste Authority to offer a holiday lights drop-off for any old or broken strands of lights you find as you deck the halls.
November 19, 2025 at 10:01 PM
🎄❄️ Exciting news! This holiday season, four DMPL locations have partnered with Metro Waste Authority to offer a holiday lights drop-off for any old or broken strands of lights you find as you deck the halls.
Explore mindfulness, write flash fiction, celebrate DINOgiving, enjoy a Grinch Storytime, celebrate the new season of Stranger Things, and so much more throughout the rest of this week at DMPL! buff.ly/kcQRkB1
November 19, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Explore mindfulness, write flash fiction, celebrate DINOgiving, enjoy a Grinch Storytime, celebrate the new season of Stranger Things, and so much more throughout the rest of this week at DMPL! buff.ly/kcQRkB1
Monday night Wicked fans of all ages gathered at Central Library to celebrate all things Elphaba and Glinda in anticipation of the premiere of Wicked: For Good. Fans made magic wands, took photos at the photo booth, ate popcorn, and enjoyed the first movie!
November 19, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Monday night Wicked fans of all ages gathered at Central Library to celebrate all things Elphaba and Glinda in anticipation of the premiere of Wicked: For Good. Fans made magic wands, took photos at the photo booth, ate popcorn, and enjoyed the first movie!
The Des Moines Public Library is pleased to announce that Melissa McCollum has been named the library's next library director. McCollum will begin her new role Monday, February 9. buff.ly/sFsgOHI
November 18, 2025 at 6:01 PM
The Des Moines Public Library is pleased to announce that Melissa McCollum has been named the library's next library director. McCollum will begin her new role Monday, February 9. buff.ly/sFsgOHI
Happy birthday Miss Nichole! There is never a dull moment at storytime. Today at the East Side Library we celebrated our Youth Librarian Miss Nichole's birthday, and had a special guest visitor, Doc the Dog from Iowa Total Care!
November 17, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Happy birthday Miss Nichole! There is never a dull moment at storytime. Today at the East Side Library we celebrated our Youth Librarian Miss Nichole's birthday, and had a special guest visitor, Doc the Dog from Iowa Total Care!
Only a few hours until the Wicked Party at Central Library! Thanks to Fleur Cinema and Flix Brewhouse for donating popcorn, and movie vouchers that will be raffled off..
Join us from 4-7 PM to celebrate the release of Wicked: For Good with by watching the first movie and more! buff.ly/uxYHnVp
Join us from 4-7 PM to celebrate the release of Wicked: For Good with by watching the first movie and more! buff.ly/uxYHnVp
November 17, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Only a few hours until the Wicked Party at Central Library! Thanks to Fleur Cinema and Flix Brewhouse for donating popcorn, and movie vouchers that will be raffled off..
Join us from 4-7 PM to celebrate the release of Wicked: For Good with by watching the first movie and more! buff.ly/uxYHnVp
Join us from 4-7 PM to celebrate the release of Wicked: For Good with by watching the first movie and more! buff.ly/uxYHnVp
Get into the holiday spirit with a festive cookie swap at the North Side Library! On Tuesday, December 2, bring a batch of your favorite cookies to share and take home a variety made by other participants. Enjoy hot cocoa and create holiday cards too!
Make plans to attend: buff.ly/T70kJa8
Make plans to attend: buff.ly/T70kJa8
November 17, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Get into the holiday spirit with a festive cookie swap at the North Side Library! On Tuesday, December 2, bring a batch of your favorite cookies to share and take home a variety made by other participants. Enjoy hot cocoa and create holiday cards too!
Make plans to attend: buff.ly/T70kJa8
Make plans to attend: buff.ly/T70kJa8
⚠️ The DIY Mini Bookshelf program at the East Side Library has been cancelled. Our hope is to reschedule this fun creative program for sometime later this year or in early 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we will post an update when the new date is finalized.
November 17, 2025 at 3:45 PM
⚠️ The DIY Mini Bookshelf program at the East Side Library has been cancelled. Our hope is to reschedule this fun creative program for sometime later this year or in early 2026. Thank you for your understanding, and we will post an update when the new date is finalized.
There is something for everyone at the library! Check out the highlights of what is happening at DMPL Monday through Wednesday this week. See everything to do all week: buff.ly/ZYQ4yPT
November 17, 2025 at 12:00 AM
There is something for everyone at the library! Check out the highlights of what is happening at DMPL Monday through Wednesday this week. See everything to do all week: buff.ly/ZYQ4yPT
🥘 Have you heard the delicious news?! The North Side Library is starting a Cookbook Club! The first meeting is coming up fast on Tuesday at 6:30 PM. buff.ly/JHQdZB8
November 16, 2025 at 6:01 PM
🥘 Have you heard the delicious news?! The North Side Library is starting a Cookbook Club! The first meeting is coming up fast on Tuesday at 6:30 PM. buff.ly/JHQdZB8
It's Novel November! Stop by Central Library to add your favorite local writing spot to our display or let us know in the comments. Plus take a break from your novel on Wednesday, and join us for a Flash Fiction Workshop to get your creative juices flowing. buff.ly/GuHBVbp
November 15, 2025 at 8:01 PM
It's Novel November! Stop by Central Library to add your favorite local writing spot to our display or let us know in the comments. Plus take a break from your novel on Wednesday, and join us for a Flash Fiction Workshop to get your creative juices flowing. buff.ly/GuHBVbp
Come to Central Library on Sunday at 2 PM to learn the "Mississippi Saxophone" with Malcolm Wells! Grab a FREE student harmonica when you arrive and join the fun. Learn more: buff.ly/SXfwKeC
This all-ages event also includes a chance to win Blues CDs when you sign in upon arrival.
This all-ages event also includes a chance to win Blues CDs when you sign in upon arrival.
November 15, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Come to Central Library on Sunday at 2 PM to learn the "Mississippi Saxophone" with Malcolm Wells! Grab a FREE student harmonica when you arrive and join the fun. Learn more: buff.ly/SXfwKeC
This all-ages event also includes a chance to win Blues CDs when you sign in upon arrival.
This all-ages event also includes a chance to win Blues CDs when you sign in upon arrival.
Sometimes you just need a bubble break, and a trip to the library. 🫧😉
November 14, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Sometimes you just need a bubble break, and a trip to the library. 🫧😉
The sun is shining and it is shaping up to be a beautiful weekend. What is are you reading?
November 14, 2025 at 3:02 PM
The sun is shining and it is shaping up to be a beautiful weekend. What is are you reading?
Let us be glad, let us be grateful! Come rejoicify the release of Wicked: For Good at Central Library on Monday from 4-7 PM with a ballyhoo in honor of our two favorite witches. There will be crafts, activities, and a screening of the first film! buff.ly/ixti88s
November 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Let us be glad, let us be grateful! Come rejoicify the release of Wicked: For Good at Central Library on Monday from 4-7 PM with a ballyhoo in honor of our two favorite witches. There will be crafts, activities, and a screening of the first film! buff.ly/ixti88s
A very special documentary screening of Madan Sara is coming to Central Library on Tuesday at 6 PM. Plus following the screening the filmmakers will be joining us virtually for a short discussion of the film. buff.ly/7qOeTLM
November 13, 2025 at 3:01 PM
A very special documentary screening of Madan Sara is coming to Central Library on Tuesday at 6 PM. Plus following the screening the filmmakers will be joining us virtually for a short discussion of the film. buff.ly/7qOeTLM
Make plans to join us for a special program in honor of Native American Heritage Month! Explore Native American stories and lifestyles with Eugene Fracek, a member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe. Through storytelling and song, he will share history, traditions, and values. buff.ly/ONvwW9j
November 12, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Make plans to join us for a special program in honor of Native American Heritage Month! Explore Native American stories and lifestyles with Eugene Fracek, a member of the Rosebud Sioux Tribe. Through storytelling and song, he will share history, traditions, and values. buff.ly/ONvwW9j
UPDATE: Our phones are back online. Thank you for your patience, and we hope to see you in the library today. A library staff member will now answer your call.
If you were hoping to be wished Happy Thanksgiving, we apologize for the disappointment.
If you were hoping to be wished Happy Thanksgiving, we apologize for the disappointment.
Happy Veteran's Day! All DMPL locations are open normal hours today.
Unfortunately we are having some technical difficulites with our phones. They did not get the memo and are currently wishing all of you happy Thanksgiving. 🤦
Unfortunately we are having some technical difficulites with our phones. They did not get the memo and are currently wishing all of you happy Thanksgiving. 🤦
November 11, 2025 at 8:02 PM
UPDATE: Our phones are back online. Thank you for your patience, and we hope to see you in the library today. A library staff member will now answer your call.
If you were hoping to be wished Happy Thanksgiving, we apologize for the disappointment.
If you were hoping to be wished Happy Thanksgiving, we apologize for the disappointment.
Tis the season to be thankful! Visit the East Side Library to check out the Appreciation Station to decorate and write a thank you note for someone special. The station will be up through November 26.
November 11, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Tis the season to be thankful! Visit the East Side Library to check out the Appreciation Station to decorate and write a thank you note for someone special. The station will be up through November 26.
Happy Veteran's Day! All DMPL locations are open normal hours today.
Unfortunately we are having some technical difficulites with our phones. They did not get the memo and are currently wishing all of you happy Thanksgiving. 🤦
Unfortunately we are having some technical difficulites with our phones. They did not get the memo and are currently wishing all of you happy Thanksgiving. 🤦
November 11, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Happy Veteran's Day! All DMPL locations are open normal hours today.
Unfortunately we are having some technical difficulites with our phones. They did not get the memo and are currently wishing all of you happy Thanksgiving. 🤦
Unfortunately we are having some technical difficulites with our phones. They did not get the memo and are currently wishing all of you happy Thanksgiving. 🤦