DMPL phone issues

Des Moines Public Library phone lines are currently experiencing intermittent issues with our telephones. Work is being done to resolve the issue. We apologize for any inconvenience. If you would like to contact the library, and the phones are not working for you, please email reference@dmpl.org

COMING SOON: Summer Reading Challenge

The 2024 Summer Reading Challenge starts Monday, June 3! Find more information on the program HERE, and learn all about our special Summer Reading Kickoff Party on June 2 HERE!

Día del Niño Celebration! /¡Celebración del Día del Niño!

10:00am - 12:00pm
Offsite Event
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Educational, Performances
Event Details:

Día is an international celebration of the joy found in early childhood and reading.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Inclement Weather

This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates. 

Outdoor Program

This program is hosted outdoors.  

In case of inclement weather please check back here for updates. 

Seed Swap and Spring Gardening Workshop

1:00pm - 3:30pm
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Library Branch: Franklin Avenue Library
Room: Franklin Avenue Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Kick off gardening season by attending a seed swap & gardening workshop.