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Featured Events

Sep 04

Little Reader's Storytime

Sep 4, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Bring your little reader to the library for stories, crafts, and fun! Little Readers Storytime is designed for children ages 0–4 and lasts approximately 30 minutes. Come enjoy books, creativity, and time together at the library!

Sep 07

Library Closed – Labor Day

Sep 7, 2026

The Ida Grove Public Library will be closed in observance of Labor Day. We will resume regular hours on Tuesday, September 8.

Sep 16

After School Fun: ISU Extension!

Sep 16, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

School’s out early, so come spend the afternoon at the library! Join us for fun, hands-on activities with our special guests from ISU Extension & Outreach – Ida County. You never know what fun they’ll have planned!

For students in K–5th grade.

Sep 17

Disaster Preparedness & Technology Class

Sep 17, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Are You Prepared for an Emergency? Your Smartphone Can Help! 📱

Join us at the library for an upcoming Disaster Preparedness & Technology class!

Technology can be an important part of staying safe and informed during severe weather, natural disasters, power outages, and other emergencies. This hands-on presentation will show you how to make the most of the technology you already have.

We’ll cover:
• How to use the FEMA and Red Cross apps, including setting emergency alerts
• Helpful built-in features on your smartphone
• Ways to keep your phone and other essential devices charged during a prolonged power outage
• How to use social media to get emergency information from local and national authorities

This is a great opportunity to learn some simple things you can do before an emergency happens that could make a big difference when you need them.

👉 We need at least 5 people registered for the presenter to come to the library, so please register if you’re interested! And feel free to share this post with family and friends who might benefit from the class.

Sep 18

Little Reader's Storytime

Sep 18, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Sep 22

Beyond the Parlor Walls with Ann Hanigan Kotz

Sep 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Join us for an evening with Iowa author Ann Hanigan Kotz as she presents Beyond the Parlor Walls: Iowa Women Who Shaped Their Communities.

Discover the stories of Iowa women who, through women’s clubs, educational organizations, and reform movements, helped champion education, build public libraries, improve civic life, and transform their communities. Their stories reveal a fascinating and often overlooked chapter of Iowa history.

Free and open to all!

Oct 02

Little Reader's Storytime

Oct 2, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Oct 03

Author Visit & Book Signing with Amber Campbell

Oct 3, 2026, 12:30 PM – 2:00 PM

Join us at the library for a special visit with local Iowa author Amber Campbell, author of the Maple Hollow series!

Amber will share about her books and her journey as an author, followed by an opportunity to meet her, ask questions, and have books signed. Her wholesome contemporary romance series is set in fictional Maple Hollow, Iowa, where ordinary people find second chances, unexpected love, and a place to belong.

Free and open to all!

Oct 07

After School Fun: Halloween Bookmarks!

Oct 7, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

School’s out early, so come spend the afternoon at the library! We’ll be getting creative and making Halloween-themed bookmarks to take home. We’ll even use our hot press laminator to give them a special finish!

For students in K–5th grade.

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