Events

Fall back in time with giant beasts from the past. Dig for dinosaur bones, test your prehistoric knowledge, and escape a volcanic eruption. Open to all ages during regular library hours. Registration is not required.

This month pick up a kit to make your own origami. For youth in grades 6-12. Registration is required.

Packs may be picked up during regular library hours between June 1-7.

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Summer reading and programs are fun for all ages. Read, log your reading, and win prizes! This year's theme is Read Through Time. Stop in the library to get a paper log, or use the free Beanstack app or website to log digitally. Click here to read...

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"Beauties of Iowa" - Susan Partain

June 2 - 29, 2023

Exhibition Description:

This selection of Susan Partain's art reflects her enjoyment of Iowa. Susan says, "It's amazing to me the great variety of flowers. trees, terrain, and yes, even ...

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Fall back in time with giant beasts from the past. Dig for dinosaur bones, test your prehistoric knowledge, and escape a volcanic eruption. Open today from 9 AM to noon. Registration is not required.

The library’s book bike will pop-up in Centennial Park with free popsicles and everything you need to kick off summer reading. While supplies last. No registration required.

The library will be open an extra hour to provide quiet browsing and inclusive programming for individuals of all ages with special sensory needs and their families or care-givers. The library will offer natural lighting, a dimmed calm room, compu...

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Special guests from the Iowa State University Insect Zoo will bring live and preserved insects to display in the library! Knowledgeable Insect Zoo staff will talk about the animals on display and help you with this hands on experience. Drop in any...

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Special guests from the Iowa State University Insect Zoo will bring live and preserved insects to display in the library! Knowledgeable Insect Zoo staff will talk about the animals on display and help you with this hands on experience. Drop in any...

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Want to learn how to find shipwrecks? According to the United Nations, there are approximately three million shipwrecks littering the oceans around the world. The opportunities for shipwreck exploration and discovery are as untapped as they are gl...

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