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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 18h

Meet our October Kid Librarians Clara, Charlie, and Olivia! See their book lists and check out our kids newsletter. Check out our kids page: www.dmpl.org/kids

Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 21h

It’s starting to feel like fall! What are you reading?

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 1d

A few more Bannd Books Week Displays!

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 1d

It is Banned Books Week! If you have stopped by some of our locations you have probably seen book displays and activities celebrating the freedom to read. Stop in and discover some titles to add to your TBR pile!

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 1d

New addition to the Central Library Children’s area! Plan a visit to check out the brand new Flight Lab.

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 1d

After the event Hank Phillippi Ryan will sign books, which are available for purchase before and after the event courtesy of Beaverdale Books.

Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 1d

One week from today! Join us at Central Library for the final Fall Author Series event with Hank Phillippi Ryan, moderated by Iowa author Heather Gudenkauf. buff.ly/TGYktJc

All Fall Author Series events will begin at 7 PM and are FREE to attend.

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 1d

The final event in our Fall Author Series will be with Hank Phillippi Ryan on Thursday, October 16 at 7 PM at Central Library. buff.ly/TGYktJc

DMPL Fall Author Series

www.dmpl.org

Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 1d

Thank you to everyone who joined us last night at Drake University for our Fall Author Series event with Amanda Jones in celebration of Banned Books Week. Thank you to @cowleslib for bringing us in as a partner on the event.

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 2d

It's Fire Prevention Week and the Des Moines Fire Department has been visiting storytimes all week! The firetruck and firefighters will be at one last storytime on Thursday at 10:15 AM at Central Library. buff.ly/C4uYCnx

Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 2d

Censorship is so 1984. We are celebrating Banned Books Week tonight at 7 PM (Wednesday, October 8) at Drake University with Amanda Jones author of That Librarian. Learn more about the event on our website: buff.ly/Tl719Wd

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 2d

This event is FREE to attend and open to the public. Registration is NOT required, and will not be checked at the door. We expect a large crowd at the event, and we do recommend arriving early.

Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 2d

TONIGHT at 7 PM at Drake University! Celebrate Banned Books week with Amanda Jones, an American librarian and anti-censorship advocate. Learn more: buff.ly/Tl719Wd

This event is hosted in partnership with Drake University and will be moderated by ALA president Sam Helmick.

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 3d

This event is FREE to attend and open to the public. Registration is NOT required, and will not be checked at the door. We expect a large crowd at the event Wednesday, and we do recommend arriving early.

Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 3d

Don't miss the chance to celebrate Banned Books week with Amanda Jones, an American librarian and anti-censorship advocate Oct. 8 at Drake University. Learn more: buff.ly/Tl719Wd

This event is hosted in partnership with Drake University and will be moderated by ALA president Sam Helmick.

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 3d

Iowa author Carol Roh Spaulding is coming to Central Library, Thursday at 6 PM, for a conversation about her work and writing journey. Her novel Helen Button won the Eludia Award, and her short story collection Waiting for Mr. Kim and Other Stories won the Flannery O’Connor Award. buff.ly/3OwVUgG

Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 3d

The results are in! Check out the most requested books at the Des Moines Public Library in September 2025. buff.ly/EsPNlUX

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 4d

👻 It is the time of year when things go bump in the night! Join the Psychic Bureau of Iowa on Tuesday at the East Side Library at 6 PM. Discover Iowa ghost lore, explore ghost-hunting tools and theories, and learn about different types of psychics and mediums. Learn more: buff.ly/ZOITy5S

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 5d

It is Fire Prevention Week! The Des Moines Fire Department will be visiting all DMPL locations this week for Fire Safety Storytimes. Enjoy stories, learn important fire safety tips, and get an up-close look at a real fire engine. See the Schedule: buff.ly/jgNtuha

Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 6d

DesMoiNTrak is coming back to the Franklin Avenue Library October 11 &12! For one weekend only get up close to their massive model train display. Add the event to your calendar so you don't miss out! buff.ly/UtOx00i

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 7d

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 7d

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Des Moines Public Library @desmoineslibrary.bsky.social · 7d

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