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.

Cancelled

CANCELLED Spark Stories

12:00pm–1:00pm
Teens, Adults
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Library Branch: Central Library
Room: Central Library Meeting Room 1
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Educational
Event Details:

Join us over the lunch hour to meet a local leader or volunteer.  You'll hear the “spark story” that motivated the person to make the Des Moines Metro a better place to live.

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Central Parking

Free library parking is available in Central's underground parking garage for two hours per visit. Parking around the library is metered at various costs from 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. Monday-Saturday.

 

Crafternoons

2:15pm–2:30pm
Birth-Preschool, Children
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: DMPL Systemwide
Room: Online Programming
Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Play & Learn
Event Details:

Crafternoons: Homemade Drums

A simple craft using recycled materials that you have around the house to encourage music exploration and is a great activity for multiple ages.