Stop by the Franklin Library and pick up a Creative Readers To Go Bag. The bags will contain an art project you can create at home that will let you explore your artistic side. These activities are recommended for ages five and up and
AViD: Gregg Hurwitz and Nick Petrie Live Stream Tonight
Tonight's AViD event featuring Gregg Hurwitz and Nick Petrie will be livestreamed on Zoom. The event begins at 7 PM. The Zoom room will open approximately five minutes prior to the start of the event.
Click here to stream the event. The password for the event is "dmpl"
Visit the South Side Library at the beginning of each week to pick up a different Storytime To Go Bag. Each bag will include rhymes, songs, and book suggestions for babies and preschoolers along with literacy activities. The storytime
Our November book is Commonwealth by Ann Patchett. Copies can be picked up starting Monday, October 11, at the South Side Library Information Desk.
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.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.
Do you want to practice your English and meet new people in the community?
All English levels welcome!
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.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.
Love anime and manga? Want to nerd out about it with other people who love it, too? Then join us for the Teen Anime/Manga Meetup! We’ll get together and discuss all things anime and manga, do crafts, play games, watch anime, and more!
Join us on Zoom for the DMPL YA for Adults Book Club. This month we are discussing Elatsoe by Darcie Little Badger
The Des Moines Public Library is partnering with the DSM Book Festival's DSM Book Club to cohost its online book discussion.