Mondays are for fresh starts, and what better way to brighten a chilly winter day than with a visit to the ICPL Bookmobile? Whether you're warming up with a coffee, running errands, or looking for a cozy read, the Bookmobile brings books and resources right to your neighborhood. With 30 weekly stops across the community, it’s easy to find a convenient way to browse, borrow, and discover your next great read. Check out the full schedule and learn more at icpl.org/bookmobile.
Monday Bookmobile Stops
9 - 9:30 a.m.: Scooter's Coffee, 3057 Scott Blvd Kick off your morning with a warm cup of coffee and a good book at Scooter's Coffee! Located on Scott Boulevard, this vibrant coffee shop is the perfect place to start your day with a visit from the ICPL Bookmobile. Browse a curated selection of books while enjoying Scooter's signature drinks and treats.
10:30 - 11:15 a.m.: Feather Stone at Hickory Hill, 2450 Hickory Trail Nestled in the serene surroundings of Hickory Hill, Feather Stone offers a picturesque backdrop for a stop by the Bookmobile. Whether you're in the mood for a thrilling mystery, a heartfelt memoir, or books for younger readers, this location has something special to offer.
11:30 a.m. - noon: North Dodge Hy-Vee, 1125 N Dodge St Make your grocery run even more productive with a visit to the Bookmobile at North Dodge Hy-Vee. Located in the store’s bustling parking lot, this stop is an ideal opportunity to pick up a great read alongside your essentials. Convenience and community come together at this stop!
1:30 - 2 p.m.: Emma J Harvat Square Park, 904 Walker Cir Take a midday break at Emma J Harvat Square Park, named after Iowa City's first female mayor. This charming park is a wonderful setting to discover your next read, whether you’re relaxing under the trees or enjoying a stroll through the neighborhood.
2:15 - 2:45 p.m.: Hy-Vee Drugstore, Rochester Ave, 310 N 1st Ave Visit the Bookmobile at the Hy-Vee Drugstore on Rochester Avenue, where you can combine errands with a quick browse through our collection. From cookbooks to bestsellers, there’s something for everyone to explore during this convenient stop.
3:45 - 4:30 p.m.: Lemme Elementary, 3100 E Washington St End your day with a visit to Lemme Elementary, where young readers and their families can dive into a world of imagination and discovery. The Bookmobile stop here is packed with kid-friendly books, educational resources, and engaging stories to spark curiosity and learning.
Spring is bringing something extra special to the Bookmobile! Starting in March and running through April, we’ll have a new craft activity available each week—a perfect way to spark creativity and spend quality time with your family.
Each craft kit is available in limited quantities, so be sure to stop by early—it’s first come, first served! Whether you’re looking for a fun hands-on project or just another great reason to visit the Bookmobile, we’ve got you covered.
Want to plan your visit? Check out the Bookmobile schedule and stop locations at www.icpl.org/bookmobile.
We can’t wait to see you on the road—happy crafting!
New items are regularly added to the ICPL Bookmobile collection including extra copies of hot titles. Bookmobile items cannot be reserved but are available to support readers on a first-come, first-serve basis. Bypass the waiting list when you visit the Bookmobile!
Scarlett Vandermeer is swimming upstream. A junior at Stanford and a student-athlete who specializes in platform diving, Scarlett prefers to keep her head down, concentrating on getting into med school and on recovering from the injury that almost ended her career.
She has no time for relationships--at least, that's what she tells herself. Swim captain, world champion, all-around aquatics golden boy, Lukas Blomqvist thrives on discipline. It's how he wins gold medals and breaks records: complete focus, with every stroke.
On the surface, Lukas and Scarlett have nothing in common. Until a well-guarded secret slips out, and everything changes. So they start an arrangement. And as the pressure leading to the Olympics heats up, so does their relationship. It was supposed to be just a temporary, mutually satisfying fling. But when staying away from Lukas becomes impossible, Scarlett realizes that her heart might be treading into dangerous water…
A witty, warm and brilliantly told debut that is at once a love story, a story of female friendship and motherhood, and an irresistible mystery surrounding an extraordinary British family. Arriving at the University of Edinburgh for her first term, Pen knows her divorced parents back in Canada are hiding something from her.
She believes she’ll find the answer here in Scotland, where an old friend of her father’s—now a famous writer known as Lord Lennox—lives. When she is invited to spend the weekend at Lord Lennox’s centuries-old estate with his enveloping, intriguing family, Pen begins to unravel her parents’ secret and to fall in love for the first time... Her best friend, Alice, an aspiring actor, is starring in a university production and making the most of the feminine power she wields—until a tryst with her tutor threatens to spin out of control.
As Pen experiences the sharp shock of adulthood, she uncovers the truth about her own family and comes to rely on herself for the first time in her life. A rich and rewarding novel of campus life, of sexual awakening, and ultimately, of the many ways women can become mothers in this world, The Life Cycle of the Common Octopus asks to what extent we need to look back in order to move forward.
The ICPL Bookmobile will be closed on Thursday, February 20, in support of staff training. Additionally, the Iowa City Public Library will close early at 6 p.m. on the same day.
Regular Library and Bookmobile hours will resume on Friday, February 21. Patrons are encouraged to plan accordingly and take advantage of the Library’s digital resources, which remain available 24/7 at icpl.org/digital.
For more information, please visit icpl.org/ask or contact the Library at 319-356-5200.
The Bookmobile operates in most weather conditions, but certain severe weather events may require us to close for safety reasons. If dangerous weather develops while the Bookmobile is in service, our top priority is the well-being of visitors and staff.
If a Severe Weather Warning is issued, Bookmobile operations will stop, and all patrons must exit the vehicle.
Weather conditions that may impact Bookmobile service include:
Tornado warnings
Winds exceeding 70 mph
Hail the size of golf balls or larger
Extreme heat or cold advisories
For the most up-to-date information, visit the Bookmobile’s webpage at icpl.org/bookmobileor call the Library at 319-356-5200 during regular hours.
