Des Moines Public Library

They have a big collection of books to read in the children's area and adult area and the public parking is underneath so no hassle of downtown parking .

Use the library website to reserve books and have them delivered to your closest branch library . They also got awesome check-out options for e-readers.

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The selection of music is outstanding. The librarians are very helpful and efficient.

Great friendly staff and inclusive card requirements. Come here if you're new to town !

My wife parked near the published location of the meeting and ended up having to walk clear around the building to get in. No fun.

Wonderful facility. A jewel for the City of Des Moines!

Avoid paying for meters and use the parking garage underneath the building. Parking 's free for two hours!

If you see going to read a book or do some research, the tables and chairs overlooking Locust St. is one of the most scenic places to watch the world go by.

Great Writer's Group 1st Monday of the month from 6-8. Poetry, short stories, children's writers, novels , memoirs and more. Join us!

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Don't go to the library . Nothing good can come from the library . Best case scenario is you leave with your life and 90% of your dignity.

If you need a quiet place , get one of the study rooms on the second floor.

Lots of public meetings held here. Great place for civic engagement!

You can check into a private room, and do you work. It is good if you don't want any distractions.

I love the room and the fact that their selection of media is excellent!

Homeless Central today! One guy is talking to his laptop, but it does not work, no batt. and the screen is duct taped to the computer?!? WOW!!!

Drive thru only open 4-6 pm

All sorts of stuff to check out! Read more

Free meters on Saturday

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Ms. Donna does a great job with the kids for story hour.

We have just added e-books! Read more

this place is nothing more than a climate controlled bum zone.

I need to drop off a super-late book !