Des Moines Public Library

05/31/2026

It's the last week of school before summer break! Learn to make fairy cakes, meet an author, attend the Grown-Up Book Fair, and so much more this week at DMPL.

05/30/2026

One week until our Summer Reading program begins! Make your plans to visit any DMPL location beginning on Saturday, June 6 to sign up! All kids will get a free book to keep when they sign up for the challenge. (Link in comments)

Adults stay tuned! We have a summer reading challenge in store for you as well.

05/29/2026

Thank you to everyone who has joined us for our Community Conversations events over the last two weeks. Our final conversation will be Saturday, May 30 from 10 AM-12 PM at Central Library. https://www.dmpl.org/event/community-conversations-140215

Grateful to be part of the Community Conversations hosted by Des Moines Public Library at each branch. If you haven't been able to attend yet, there's one session left. Join us this Saturday, May 30, starting at 10 a.m. at Central Library. (Maybe before/after hitting the downtown farmers market?)

You'll meet library director Melissa McCollum and her colleagues. You can also ask questions of the Foundation.

Top questions for the Foundation, so far:

1. Does the Foundation pursue grants? Yes. And if you have a specific grant to recommend, please let us know. Email: [email protected]

2. Can I donate to a specific branch or library program? Yes. Simply include brief instructions in the comment field when donating online, or call us if you'd like to discuss. Phone: (515) 412-0181

3. What's involved in naming the library in my estate? Simply include the Des Moines Public Library Foundation as a beneficiary. Happy to discuss anytime and provide suggested wording. (It helps us to know that you're making a designation; we can keep that fact private, if you wish.)

To learn more about the Foundation and to donate online: https://dmplfoundation.org/

05/29/2026

TGIF! Miffy wants to know what are you reading?

05/28/2026

Join us in celebrating Tina Brooks as she retires after 47 years of service at DMPL!

She began her career as a Page at the East Side Library in 1977. Since then, she worked at the old Central Library, the South Side Library, and has been at the North Side Library as a Clerk since July 2012.

The library is a better place because Tina has worked here, and her daily presence will be missed. Tina's last day will be May 31, so if you happen to see her at the library make sure to tell her congratulations.

05/27/2026

From immigrating to learning English to medical school, the Des Moines Public Library has been here for Taha and his family every step of the way. Share your library story with us (Link in comments).

05/26/2026

We want to hear from you! Join library leaders and staff this week for three more community conversation events on Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday.

05/25/2026

Happy Monday! Summer is coming up fast. Join us for more community conversations, learn about seed banks, enjoy a preview lecture about Tosca with Des Moines Metro Opera, and more!

05/24/2026

All DMPL locations are closed on Sunday, May 24 and Monday, May 25 for the Memorial Day holiday.

05/23/2026

Come see us today before we are closed for the Memorial Day holiday! All locations will be closed on Sunday, May 24, and Monday, May 25.