Day Calendar

Play, Grow, Learn! is an opportunity for you to use the Imagination Station to explore early literacy tips and books, play with others, and develop early literacy skills using Forest Avenue Library's space and toys.

Children ages three to five can come and enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, and more, followed by a craft.

Need to register to vote? Stop by the library! The Office of Iowa Secretary of State will provide voter information and registration assistance.

To qualify to register to vote in Iowa, you must be:

We will be discussing Woman 99 by Greer Macallister. Coffee and treats will be served. Copies of the book are available at the Circulation desk.

Visit us at the North Side Library every Monday to learn some computer basics. Receive one-on-one help with navigating the computer, using the mouse, and setting up an email account.

Love Raina Telgemeier, superheroes, manga, graphic novels, and cartoons? Ready to let your artist flag fly? Then come to Comics Creators! We'll provide the paper and pens, you provide the creativity!

By connecting everyday objects to computer programs, Makey Makey electronic boards enable anyone to become an inventor.

Hang out at North Side and enjoy some time playing games on our Nintendo Switch. Snacks may be provided as they last. This program is for ages 10-18.

Teens! Are you looking for a place to volunteer? Become a VolunTeen at the South Side Library! Teens ages 12-18 can volunteer at South and complete various library projects with the youth librarian from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Learn how to make an adorable pom pom creature to put in your pocket.  Materials will be provided for making pom poms and needle felting.  All ages are welcome.  No registration required.

White privilege is a term fraught with tension and misunderstanding. Join us for this non-judgmental, informative look at what it means, how it started, and what we can do about it together.

Does your child love to make slime? Bring the family to Family Storytime: Slime Storytime! We'll read the story, Once Upon a Slime by Andy Maxwell. Afterwards, kids can make their own colorful slime to take home!

Join us for a discussion of Washington Black by Esi Edugyan. Ask at the information desk for a copy of the book.