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Ida Grove, IA 51445

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Featured Events

Nov 04
After School Fun: Book Bingo!
Nov 4, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

School’s out early, so come play Book Bingo at the library! Enjoy a fun afternoon of bingo, books, and prizes with your friends.

For students in K–5th grade.

Nov 05
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Class
Nov 5, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Join Connections Area Agency on Aging for a class about Artificial Intelligence (AI) on Thursday, November 5, at 1:00 PM at the Ida Grove Public Library. Registration is required, and a minimum of 5 participants is needed for the class to be held. Call or stop by the library to sign up.

Nov 06
Little Reader's Storytime
Nov 6, 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!

Nov 14
Story Avenue with Author Lisa Gray
Nov 14, 2026, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Join us at Ida Grove Public Library on Saturday, November 14, from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. for a special author visit with Lisa Gray, author of Story Avenue!

Come meet Lisa, learn more about her book and her journey as an author, and enjoy a morning celebrating books and storytelling. Whether you're a book lover, an aspiring writer, or simply curious about the story behind the book, we hope you'll join us!

Everyone is welcome! We look forward to seeing you there.

Nov 18
After School Fun: Ida County Conservation!
Nov 18, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

School’s out early, so come spend the afternoon at the library with a special guest from the Ida County Conservation Center! Our naturalist will bring a fun, hands-on activity and share something new about the natural world.

For students in K–5th grade.

Nov 20
Little Reader's Storytime
Nov 20, 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!

Nov 26
Library Closed - Thanksgiving Day
Nov 26, 2026

The Ida Grove Public Library will be closed in observance of Thanksgiving. We will resume regular hours on Friday, November 27.

Dec 04
Little Reader's Storytime
Dec 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!

Dec 09
After School Fun: Holiday Make & Take!
Dec 9, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

School’s out early, so come get creative at the library! We’ll be making a fun holiday craft to take home and enjoy.

For students in K–5th grade.

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Library Hours:

Monday 10am-6pm
Tuesday 10am-5pm
Wednesday 10am-5pm
Thursday 10am-5pm
Friday 10am-6pm
Saturday 10am-2pm
Closed Sundays

 

Contact Us:

712-364-2306
librarian@idagrove.lib.ia.us

Library Staff:

Angela Scales, Director
Lisa Hopkins, Assistant
Jane Petersen, Assistant

Quick Links:

City of Ida Grove
Ida County
Ida County Resource Directory
Ida Grove Digital Archives
OABCIG School District
Ida Grove Chamber of Commerce

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