DES MOINEA, Iowa - Des Moines' Central Library is opening up for limited browsing and some in-person services starting today.
The hours are from 12-to- 4 Monday through Saturday.
The new phase of reopening is called "DMPL Express", with a goal of offering services in a way that moves people in and out as quickly and safely as possible.
Public computers and the Central pickup window will continue with regular full-time hours, as well.
Five other Des Moines Library branches - East Side, Forest, Franklin, North Side, and South Side - will re-open Tuesday, September 13th.
East Side, Forest, North Side, and South Side Libraries:
DMPL Express Service will take place for 4-6 hours each day (except Sunday) in the afternoon and evening. Services include:
- Limited browsing
- Holds pickup
- Public computer use
- WiFi Access
- Printing, faxing, and copying services
At the Franklin Avenue Library
- Curbside Pickup service continues as it is currently.
- No browsing or public computers.
- Study rooms may be reserved for 45-minute blocks.