Location Details
Address:
3516 5th Ave.
Des Moines, IA, 50313
Directions:
Google Maps
In-Person Services
- 10:00 AM-7:00 PM Monday-Thursday
- 10:00 AM-6:00 PM Friday
- 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
Curbside Pickup
- 10:00 AM-1:00 PM Monday-Saturday
- Closed Sunday
The North Side Library features the Heritage Collection, which is filled with local history artifacts from the Highland Park and surrounding neighborhoods. The vintage photographs and memorabilia encased in the meeting room tell the story of the Park’s past.
The North Side Library drive-up book drop is open 24/7 and located on the west side of the building facing the alley. Enter the alley from Euclid Avenue for driver’s side access.
Upcoming Events
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Online Programming
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Educational
Event Details:
Kevin Williamson created the “Des Moines, How can we help you?” Facebook group in March 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. A year later, the group includes over 17,000 members who have been supporting each other through this difficult t...
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
5
Event Details:
Join us on Zoom for the DMPL Virtual YA for Adults Book Club.
This program has limited space and requires registration. After registration, you will receive a confirmation email with the link and password to the Zoom meeting.
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This event is in the "Children" group.
Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Online Programming
Age Group:
Children
Program Type:
Storytimes
Event Details:
Buggin' Out! Bring your imagination and join Miss Donna on Facebook as we read books, sing and move our bodies in this playful story time about the world we live in. Ages two and up.
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Disclaimer(s)
Children’s Program
Children under 10 years old must be accompanied by a caregiver over 12 years old.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Adults,
All Ages
Program Type:
Educational,
Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
23
Event Details:
Do you have questions about having Autism or how to support an Autistic loved one? The Autism Society of Iowa will share an overview of characteristics, treatment options, and state funding programs. Participants will l...
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Online Programming
Age Group:
Children,
Teens
Program Type:
Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
1
Event Details:
Join us in the Battle Arena! Ages 10-18 can participate in this event if you have a Nintendo Switch with a Nintendo Online subscription, and a copy of Super Smash Brothers Ultimate. Registrants will be emailed instructio...
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Library Branch:
DMPL Virtual
Room:
Zoom Program Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Registration Required
Seats Remaining:
9
Event Details:
Join us on Zoom for the DMPL Virtual Book Club. This month, we will be discussing Summer of '69 by Elin Hilderbrand.
This program has limited space and requires registration. After registration, you will receive a confirmation email wit...