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State Library Services During the COVID-19 Crisis

With the COVID-19 crisis shuttering libraries, offices, and other gathering places, you may be wondering how the services and resources from the State Library are being impacted.

Coronavirus Guidance for Iowa Libraries

With the COVID-19 Coronavirus officially classified as a pandemic by the World Health Organization, libraries should be preparing to take steps to slow the spread and help combat misinformation about the virus.

An Important Announcement on the Kids First 2020 Conference

The leadership at the State Library has made the decision to transition the in-person Kids First Conference to a virtual, online-only event.

Counted In Toolkit for Libraries to Encourage Census Participation Among New Americans Now Available

A new toolkit designed to strengthen library efforts in promoting Census 2020 outreach geared toward New Americans is now available.

State Library of Iowa Partners with STAT Courier and MOBIUS to Launch Statewide Delivery Service for Public Libraries

The new service, dubbed IA Shares, offers one day per week delivery to each public library in Iowa, allowing libraries to send and return materials borrowed by patrons.

Events

Apr
6

Kids First 2020 Conference - Online (CE)

Join us for award-winning keynote speakers, breakout sessions from in-practice librarians, and a chance to network with librarians from all across Iowa while you earn Continuing Education credit.

Apr
8

Crisis Response Conversations Webinar Week 3 - Staying Connected to your Community (CE)

Join State Library staff and participants from around the State as we talk best practices during social isolation.

Apr
15

Crisis Response Conversations Webinar Week 4 - Bridges & other E-Resources (CE)

Join State Library staff and participants from around the State as we talk best practices during social isolation.

Apr
19

National Library Week

April 19-25 is National Library Week! The 2020 theme is "Find Your Place at the Library."

Apr
21

National Library Workers Day

The American Library Association recognizes April 21, 2020 as National Library Workers Day.

Apr
22

National Bookmobile Day

The American Library Association recognizes April 22, 2020 as National Bookmobile Day.

Apr
23

Take Action for Libraries Day

The American Library Association recognizes April 23, 2020 as Take Action for Libraries Day.

Apr
29

DEADLINE: E-rate Form 471 Filing Window Closes

E-rate is a federal program that provides libraries discounts on internet service.