SW District Office, State Library of Iowa

09/23/2025

07/16/2025

It was Christmas in July today at the Stuart Public Library! The Grinch was a part of the action along with a story, books to give away, and FUN activities! A representative from Rose Acre Farms stopped in to give a donation to the Stuart Police Department to support Community Programs like Books and Badges at the library.

07/10/2025

📚📚📚EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 📚📚📚

06/21/2025

📢 Job Opening: Library Director – Glenwood Public Library, Iowa
We’re seeking a passionate, experienced library professional to lead our library team!
✔️ 5+ years in supervisory/admin library roles
✔️ Public Librarian certificate or willing to complete Iowa’s Endorsement program
✔️ Strong public service, tech, and operations knowledge
✔️ Bachelor’s degree required, MLS preferred
💵 Salary: $48,500–$54,000 (commensurate with experience)
🎉 Benefits include IPERS, health/dental/vision insurance, and a YMCA membership!
Ready to shape the future of our community’s library? Apply now!

06/18/2025

✨ Celebrating Monica Walley – A Legacy of Dedication! ✨

After 12 amazing years of leadership and service, it’s time to honor Norelius Community Library Director, Monica Walley, as she embarks on a well-earned retirement!

📅 Friday, June 20 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM 📍 Upstairs Carnegie & Fireside Meeting Rooms – Norelius Community Library

Join us for an afternoon of reflection, appreciation, and celebration. Let’s share memories, express our gratitude, and send Monica off with the recognition she truly deserves!

We hope to see you there as we celebrate her incredible journey! 💜

07/12/2024

Congratulations to Council Bluffs Public Library on the ribbon cutting of their lending kiosk! Fun fact: the "ribbon" was pages laminated from a poetry book!

01/09/2024

Help celebrate Smokey Bear's birthday!

Celebrate Smokey’s 80th Birthday by joining the Smokey Bear Reading Challenge. The challenge will engage youth in reading about wildfire prevention, forests, and natural resource careers while they explore their local environment.

10/17/2023

Submit this form and the CE Team will update your IA Learns account with the hours earned (up to a maximum of 15 hours). Contact the CE Team with questions: [email protected]

10/14/2023

That's a good looking group of librarians rocking some RAYGUNshirts library shirts!

10/14/2023

This year's winner of the Bridge to Reading picture book contest