Upcoming Events

If you like to read and talk about books, this club is for you. Join us for discussion and activities related to this month's book. If you need a copy of the book, please come to the Children's Desk and check out a book club copy (while supplies...

Are you in grades 6-12, and interested in making the library a better place for teens? Then the WDM Public Library’s Teen Advisory Board (TAB) is for you! By becoming a member of TAB you can take a leadership role in your community, give input in tee...

Join us in the Community Room for this class featuring stories, songs, and rhymes followed by gross and fine motor play all with an early literacy focus! For ages 2-6 w/adult.    ...

Join us in the Community Room for this class featuring stories, songs, and rhymes followed by gross and fine motor play all with an early literacy focus! For ages 2-6 w/adult.    ...

Join us in the Community Room for this class featuring stories, songs, and rhymes followed by gross and fine motor play all with an early literacy focus! For ages 2-6 w/adult.    ...

This in-person group is open to aspiring authors of all experience levels. Each participant brings an approximately 1500-word excerpt of their work-in-progress to read aloud. Fellow writers offer constructive critique following each writer's turn. Cu...

Simple stories, gentle tunes, flannel boards, and nursery rhymes. Each week we will incorporate activities that emphasize and reinforce body part identification, counting, rhythm, sensory stimulation, fine and gross motor skills, and animal sounds. A...

Simple stories, gentle tunes, flannel boards, and nursery rhymes. Each week we will incorporate activities that emphasize and reinforce body part identification, counting, rhythm, sensory stimulation, fine and gross motor skills, and animal sounds. A...

Relax, unwind and color your stress away! Studies show that coloring can have a calming effect on the mind and help promote wellness. It's also a way to connect with others, even if it's in a quiet environment. Whether you're looking to spend an hour...

If you like to read and talk about books, this club is for you. Join us for discussion and activities related to this month's book. If you need a copy of the book, please come to the Children's Desk and check out a book club copy (while supplies last...

Are you going to be eligible for Medicare in the near future?  Have you been on Medicare for awhile and want to better understand what it offers?  Do you have a family member you help with Medicare issues? Please join us for a free Wel...

Join us in the Community Room for this class featuring stories, songs, and rhymes followed by gross and fine motor play all with an early literacy focus! For ages 2-6 w/adult.    ...

Join us in the Community Room for this class featuring stories, songs, and rhymes followed by gross and fine motor play all with an early literacy focus! For ages 2-6 w/adult.    ...

If you like to read and talk about graphic novels, this club is for you. Join us for discussion and activities related to this month’s book, _____________ by ____________. If you need a copy of the book, please come to the Children’s Desk and check o...

Historical fiction is a great way to learn about people and events through stories that bring history to life. Our group discusses titles from a wide variety of time/places/people. Please join us for a discussion of ___________ (book title coming soo...

Join us in the Community Room for this class featuring stories, songs, and rhymes followed by gross and fine motor play all with an early literacy focus! For ages 2-6 w/adult.    ...

Visit the Library Board of Trustees webpage for the meeting agenda and minutes from past meetings. If you are interested in attending the meeting but would prefer to attend virtually, Library staff can arrange for virtual access to the meeting.&nb...

This in-person group is open to aspiring authors of all experience levels. Each participant brings an approximately 1500-word excerpt of their work-in-progress to read aloud. Fellow writers offer constructive critique following each writer's turn. Cu...

Visit the West Des Moines Library Friends Foundation webpage for more information.   ...