Monroe Iowa Public Library

Monroe Iowa Public Library Monroe Public Library is a full service library with over 22,000 books in our collection.

Monroe Public Library is a full service handicap accessible library with over 22,000 books in the collection. Our material ranges from children literature to non fiction reference sources. Monroe Public library strives to offer the latest up to date fiction best sellers for adult, teen and children in a welcoming and comfortable setting. Also offered free internet and computer access, magazines, newspapers and movies for check out.

The dinosaurs have taken over the library. We are getting ready for our summer reading programs starting Monday! Stop in...
06/04/2026

The dinosaurs have taken over the library. We are getting ready for our summer reading programs starting Monday! Stop in any time to pick up your packet. 🦖📚🌞🎉

🦖🌞 Another Fun Summer Announcement! 🌞🦖We are excited to once again team up with the Future Monroe Activity center for a ...
06/03/2026

🦖🌞 Another Fun Summer Announcement! 🌞🦖

We are excited to once again team up with the Future Monroe Activity center for a special Tot Town event behind the library on Saturday , June 20th!

Starting at 9:00 AM, children ages 5 and under can enjoy Tot Town activities including soft play, sensory stations, and so much more.

Then at 10:00 AM, head inside the library for our Dino Scene Craft! Participants of all ages will get to:
🌱 Pick out a bowl
🪴 Choose a plant
🦕 Create a dinosaur-themed mini garden scene with fun lava rocks and mini dinosaurs to choose from!

After completing your Dino Scene, little ones can head back outside to enjoy Tot Town until 11:30AM, or stick around and pick out their next great library book!

📞 Registration is requested for the Dino Scene Craft. Please stop by the library or give us a call so we can have enough supplies on hand for everyone.

We can’t wait to spend part of your summer with you at the library!

Summer Reading is here! Stop in to pick up your packet. You can start your Bingo and Reading Logs and other fun activi...
06/01/2026

Summer Reading is here! Stop in to pick up your packet. You can start your Bingo and Reading Logs and other fun activities. Check out the schedule, you won't want to miss any of the fun!
Monday June 8 our Kids Book Club kicks off at 4pm
Wednesday June 10 Kids Dino shirt Event at 10:00am at the library
Be sure to check out the rest of our events! It will be a fun summer!

We are taking orders through Friday June 5 for t-shirts! Stop in and see the ones we have in stock, or place an order b...
06/01/2026

We are taking orders through Friday June 5 for t-shirts! Stop in and see the ones we have in stock, or place an order by Friday to get that perfect color/size combination!

We are excited to announce a new summer activity, storytime with Mrs. V. Our very special PCM 2nd grade teacher Mrs. Ve...
06/01/2026

We are excited to announce a new summer activity, storytime with Mrs. V. Our very special PCM 2nd grade teacher Mrs. VerHeul will be reading with kids of all ages on Wednesday June 10 and June 17 from 1-3, and also every Wednesday in July. Bring your friends for a fun afternoon.

Our Friends of the Library plant sale continues this week. There are still some beautiful plants available. $3 each or...
06/01/2026

Our Friends of the Library plant sale continues this week. There are still some beautiful plants available. $3 each or 2 for $5

This week at the library!! We have a LOT going on.Thursday June 4 Friends of the Library meeting at 10:00amThen a updat...
06/01/2026

This week at the library!! We have a LOT going on.
Thursday June 4 Friends of the Library meeting at 10:00am
Then a updated time for Junes Library Board Meeting at 3pm (Thursday , June 4th)
Friday, June 5 Adult Craft Time at 1:00pm We are making beaded pens and having a lot of fun in the process!
Monday our Kids Book Club starts at 4pm for 9-12 year olds
Also next week our Summer Reading Activities begin! Check out all the fun!

🌱 Mini Plant Sale at the Monroe Public Library! 🌱Help support the Friends of the Monroe Iowa Public Library fundraising...
05/28/2026

🌱 Mini Plant Sale at the Monroe Public Library! 🌱

Help support the Friends of the Monroe Iowa Public Library fundraising efforts at the library by giving one of these beautiful plants a new home! 🪴💚

We have a variety of houseplants, geraniums, and plectranthus available. Perfect for brightening up your home, office, or gifting to a fellow plant lover!

🌿 One plant for $3
🌿 Two plants for $5

Stop by the library and help us grow something great for our community while taking home a little greenery of your own! Only available while supplies last.

Just a reminder that the Monroe Public Library will be closed this Monday in observance of Memorial Day.We will still be...
05/23/2026

Just a reminder that the Monroe Public Library will be closed this Monday in observance of Memorial Day.

We will still be open Saturday from 9 AM – 12 PM, so be sure to stop in 📚🇺🇸

Thank you to all who have served and sacrificed for our country. We honor and remember you this Memorial Day weekend. ❤️🤍💙

Another school year is in the books, and a new story is live on the storywalk! We hope you didn't take your dragon to th...
05/22/2026

Another school year is in the books, and a new story is live on the storywalk! We hope you didn't take your dragon to the last day of school!! You can also find info on summer reading on the storywalk. Hello summer! 🌞📚🎉👏💖📖🏖️

Address

416 S Buchanan Street
Monroe, IA
50170

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 12pm - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 12pm - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

(641) 259-3065

Website

https://www.monroe.lib.ia.us/events

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