Adventure Pass temporarily shut down in 2025

Due to software issues affecting all libraries using the service, the Iowa Adventure Pass program will temporarily shut down in 2025. Any reservation already made for 2025 will be honored, but we encourage anyone with a current reservation to print those passes immediately. Customers can still make new reservations for passes that must be used by December 31, 2024. The service will return at a later time. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Weather update for 12/14/2024

All locations of the Des Moines Public Library will be open normal hours Saturday, December 14, and all locations will serve as emergency warming shelters during open hours. 

Community Table 2023

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Performances, Storytimes

Age Group:

All Ages
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Event Details

Join us for the second annual Community Table: Storytelling & Local Food Festival! Experience the oral tradition of storytelling at this all-day event. Enjoy family-friendly activities, local food offerings, and more!  Featured storytellers: Toni Simmons, Calle Sur, Darrin Crow, Janice Del Negro, and Nothando Zulu.

Storytelling starts at 10:30 AM

Children’s Activities at Franklin Field: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Carnival Games and Simple Steps Early Literacy Activities

Face Painting with Queen Bee

FoodCorps Table

ISU Extension Table

Bilingual Storytime at 12:00 PM

*Inclement Weather Location: Northwest Community Center

*Bring your own blankets and chairs

 

Franklin Ave. Library Children's Area: All-day (10 AM - 5 PM)

Craft

Scavenger Hunt