Adventure Pass temporarily shut down in 2025

Due to software issues affecting all libraries using the service, the Iowa Adventure Pass program will temporarily shut down in 2025. Any reservation already made for 2025 will be honored, but we encourage anyone with a current reservation to print those passes immediately. Customers can still make new reservations for passes that must be used by December 31, 2024. The service will return at a later time. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Weather update for 12/14/2024

All locations of the Des Moines Public Library will be open normal hours Saturday, December 14, and all locations will serve as emergency warming shelters during open hours. 

Library for You

Library for You
Welcome to Library for You, a page highlighting services and programs for older adults!

The Des Moines Public Library believes in lifelong learning, and we know providing outlets to new curiosities and access to information is one of the vital functions we serve. We also know that aging can be challenging, as people deal with new questions related to finances, health, and more. Our goal is to provide you with what you need to thrive today - whether it be the answers to questions you have or books, movies, and other forms of leisure and entertainment.

A list of upcoming programs and events can be found on this page, as well as new books and other information. If you're looking to read more and challenge yourself this year, be sure to sign up for our Reading Challenge and take part in one of our upcoming book discussions.

If you have questions about library services, please don't hesitate to reach out. Call (515) 283-4152 or email reference@dmpl.org.


 

Libby App Basics
Read eBooks and listen to digital audiobooks on your own devices. Learn to use the Libby app!