DMPL Locations Are Warming Centers

All DMPL locations are currently serving as Polk County Warming Centers during open hours. DART will be providing free rides to warming centers while the extreme temperature plan is in effect. More information about warming centers can be found on the Polk County website.

Elaine Estes Presents "It's a Visit"

Program Type:

Educational, Exhibits

Age Group:

All Ages
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Event Details

Elaine Estes, former Des Moines Public Library Director, will share the history of Clement Clark Moore's 1822 poem " A Visit From Saint Nicholas" later called "The Night Before Christmas". Please join us for holiday tea and cookies. On display will be Mrs. Estes's large collection of "The Night Before Christmas" books.