North Side Library | Des Moines Public Library

Location Details

Address:
3516 5th Ave.
Des Moines, IA, 50313

Phone:
(515) 283-4152

Hours:
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 10 AM - 8 PM
Tuesday: 10 AM - 8 PM
Wednesday: 10 AM - 8 PM
Thursday: 10 AM - 8 PM
Friday: 10 AM - 6 PM
Saturday: 10 AM - 5 PM

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

Basic Computer Skills

2:00pm - 3:00pm

North Side Library Meeting Room

Library Branch: North Side Library

Room: North Side Library Meeting Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Computers & Technology, Educational

Event Details:

Visit us at the North Side Library every Monday to learn some computer basics. Receive one-on-one help with navigating the computer, using the mouse, and setting up an email account. ...

After-School Switch Gaming

4:00pm - 5:30pm

North Side Library Meeting Room

Library Branch: North Side Library

Room: North Side Library Meeting Room

Age Group: Teens

Program Type: Gaming

Event Details:

Hang out at North Side and enjoy some time playing games on our Nintendo Switch. Snacks may be provided as they last. This program is for ages 10-18. ...

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.

Mother Goose on the Loose

10:30am - 11:00am

North Side Library Meeting Room

Library Branch: North Side Library

Room: North Side Library Meeting Room

Age Group: Birth-Preschool

Program Type: Storytimes

Event Details:

“Mother Goose on the Loose”, is a 30-minute nursery rhyme program for newborns to three-year-olds. The class helps to strengthen babies' and toddler's foundation for literacy with rhymes, rhythm, repetition, story, and movement. ...

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Join the Ukulele Craze and Learn How to Play

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Library Branch: North Side Library

Age Group: All Ages

Program Type: Educational

Event Details:

It’s time to strum it out! Learn to play the ukulele at the North Side Library! The small string instrument has seen a huge rise in popularity in recent years as an alternative for guitars, especially for beginners. You’ll learn basic chords and stru...

Family Storytime

6:30pm - 7:00pm

North Side Library Meeting Room

Library Branch: North Side Library

Room: North Side Library Meeting Room

Age Group: Birth-Preschool, Children

Program Type: Storytimes

Event Details:

Families can enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs together on Wednesday nights. It's a great way for busy families to relax and listen to stories together. ...

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:15am

North Side Library Meeting Room

Library Branch: North Side Library

Room: North Side Library Meeting Room

Age Group: Birth-Preschool

Program Type: Storytimes

Event Details:

On Thursdays, children and their caregivers can enjoy stories, rhymes, fingerplays, and songs together, followed by a period of free play or drawing. ...

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.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

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