February 24, 10 am - 3 pm, FilmScene at The Chauncey
Join the annual celebration of children’s literature and writing! Books, author readings, writing workshops, film screenings, crafts, costume characters, and more! Enjoy a sing-a-long with the Iowa Children’s Museum, Storytime with your favorite librarians from Coralville Public Library, Iowa City Public Library, and North Liberty Library, shadow puppets with Eulenspiegel Puppets, plus all day Lego and BRIO train fun with Dan Daly (at MERGE 136 S Dubuque St.).
During February, be sure to pick up a special treat when you visit the Bookmobile. Our Take and Make Bags provide activities to support reading, discovery, and fun for the whole family. Supplies are limited; we kindly ask that visitors take just one kit per family. The Bookmobile makes 31 stops throughout Iowa City from Monday to Friday, ensuring accessibility for everyone. To locate the nearest stop to you, please visit icpl.org/bookmobile.
Sam serves as the Community and Access Services Coordinator at the Iowa City Public Library. In this role, they oversee and provide support to the teams responsible for circulation, outreach, the bookmobile service, public relations, and marketing initiatives aimed at serving the community.
Previously, they held the position of President of the Iowa Library Association in 2023 and they are currently a candidate for the presidency of the American Library Association. Their campaign is centered around the slogan "#OurStoriesAreWorthSharing," reflecting a commitment to inclusivity and the importance of shared narratives.
Sam is eager to engage with the community and invites you to share your stories. Sam would love to connect with you and hear your stories each Tuesday morning on the ICPL Bookmobile.
The Iowa City Public Library has a new Bookmobile stop at the South District Market, allowing our staff to bring the Library experience directly into your neighborhood. Every Friday, from 1:30 to 2 p.m., the Bookmobile will be stationed and ready to serve the community at the South District Market, located at 947 Highway US-6.
Patrons have the opportunity to get a Library card, collect their holds, browse a selection of materials, including books, DVDs, and audiobooks, or use digital services. The Bookmobile provides WIFI connectivity and assistance in accessing Digital Library resources like Libby, hoopla, and Creative Bug.
We look forward to seeing you there and helping you access the wealth of resources available through the Iowa City Public Library.
Did you know that materials from the downtown Library can be delivered to the Bookmobile? Here's how to do it:
Place a hold on the desired item.
At checkout, select "ICPL Bookmobile" as your pickup location.
We'll place the items on the Bookmobile so you can pick them up at one of the weekly stops. To begin, visit icpl.org/catalog. Please don't hesitate to contact us with questions at 319-356-5200.
This book introduces readers to Turbo, a character whose journey of delivering a mysterious package is filled with unexpected twists and enlightening encounters. Reagan, known for her engaging children's stories, does not disappoint with this latest offering.
A whimsical and heartwarming tale that follows the ambitious dream of a young protagonist who imagines the joys and chaos of living with 100 dogs. McAnulty, renowned for her ability to weave humor and meaningful lessons into her stories, excels once again in this delightful narrative.
The Night Parade is about to begin . . . The ground thunders in Tokyo. A gust of wind blows. The pitter patter of paws and claws draws closer. The air is thick with swirling, swooping demons. It's Eka's favorite evening of the year, the one night she refuses to miss. But it's become harder to travel to Japan now that she's living across the world in New York. Unsure of when she can return next to see her yokai friends, Eka tries to forget that this could be her last parade for some time. Instead, she'll march, sing, dance, hoot, and screech until sunrise. Because on this night, there's no time to waste--the Night Parade awaits.
A curmudgeonly instructor at a New England prep school is forced to remain on campus during Christmas break to babysit the handful of students with nowhere to go. Eventually, he forms an unlikely bond with one of them, a damaged, brainy troublemaker, and with the school's head cook, who has just lost a son in Vietnam.
