Drop-in to make and take an Eric Carle inspired collage today! Celebrate the late author's work by checking out an Eric Carle book while you are at the library.
Library closed on Juneteenth
All locations of the Des Moines Public Library will be closed Wednesday, June 19 in commemoration of Juneteenth. We will reopen at the regular time on Thursday, June 20.
Join Miss Jennifer at Witmer Park at 10:30 AM for this special outdoor Baby Storytime. Bring your own blanket or chair for rhymes, bounces, puppets, and more out on the grass!
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Inclement Weather
This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
*THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED DUE TO HEAT*
Disclaimer(s)
Outdoor Program
This program is hosted outdoors.
In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates.
UPDATE: Due to excessive heat, this program will be held in the Central Library Meeting Room wing on the Locust Street side of the building.
Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
Indoor Program (2021)
This program is hosted indoors. Please observe social distancing and follow local COVID-19 safety mandates. Hand sanitizer will be provided and staff will do their best to ensure any shared materials are disinfected between use. This program is subject to COVID-19 safety protocol updates, including room capacity limits. Please check our website for updates.
Join us on Zoom for the DMPL Virtual Book Club. This month, we will be discussing I'll be gone in the dark by Michelle McNamara.
Get started on the ukulele and quickly learn to play familiar tunes while having fun! Play your own ukulele or borrow one of North Side Library's soprano ukuleles with your library card.