Location Details
Address:
2559 Hubbell Avenue
Des Moines, IA, 50317
Directions:
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In-Person Services
- 10:00 AM-8:00 PM Monday-Thursday
- 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Friday
- 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
The East Side Library is a welcoming space for everyone who wants to explore new interests or master new skills. Our free programs and displays will inspire you, and our helpful staff will assist with finding items in both English and Spanish. Dive into the colorful environment of Rosie’s Ocean (our themed space in the children’s area), attend a program in our meeting room, relax with a book or magazine in our fireplace nook, or use our computers and WiFi to help you achieve your goals.
La East Side Library es una biblioteca que da las bienvenidas a cualquiera que quiera explorar intereses nuevos o aprender nuevas habilidades. Nuestros programas gratuitos y exhibiciones de libros lo inspirarán y nuestro personal podrá asistirle en encontrar materiales en inglés y español. Sumérgese en el Mar de Rosie—el área de niños temático y vívido, asista a un programa en nuestro salón de reuniones, relájese con un libro o revista a lado de la chimenea, o use las computadoras y WiFi para lograr sus metas.
Upcoming Events
Become a Pokémon master at the Des Moines Public Library! We’re celebrating the 30th anniversary of Pokémon with a systemwide scavenger hunt.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
Find all of the hidden pictures for a prize!
Drop in for a couple hours to work on your latest craft or mending project. Please bring your own supplies and projects with you.
Explore motion and balance by building your own spinner! Make a penny spinner, test it out, and see how long it can spin. Fun for all ages.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
Age requirement
This program requires participants to be within a specific age range. Please select the correct age/grade when registering.
All branches will be closed for Staff In-Service.
Find all of the hidden pictures for a prize!
Join us for rhymes, songs, bounces, stories, and a little playtime. For caregivers and babies ages 0 - 18 months.