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Grow with Google Workshops and Library Micro-funding Opportunities Coming to Iowa in April

Grow with Google is bringing free digital skills workshops to three Iowa libraries in April along with grants of $1,000 to Iowa libraries.

Libraries: Apply for Enrollment in ConnectedLearning Course from ALA to Enhance Teen Programs

Librarians have an opportunity to strengthen and develop teen programs through the ConnectedLib course.

Everybody Wins! Iowa Receives Library of Congress State Literacy Award

Everybody Wins! Iowa, the recipient of the 2018 Iowa Literacy Award, will also receive a 2019 State Literacy Award from the Library of Congress.

Join Iowa Center for the Book at the DSM Book Festival March 30

Discover hands-on activities, children's programming, book club discussions led by featured commentators, live music and so much more.

Libraries: Apply Now for Grant to Attend 2019 Association of Rural and Small Libraries Conference

Libraries can apply now through March 8 for one of five $1,000 grants from the State Library to attend the 2019 ARSL Conference on September 4-7 in Burlington, Vermont.

Events

Mar
27

DEADLINE: E-rate Form 471 Filing Window Closes

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

Mar
31

DEADLINE: Bridges Letters of Agreement Due

Letters of Agreement are due for participation in Bridges for ebooks and audiobooks.

Apr
7

National Library Week

April 7 - 13 is National Library Week! The 2019 theme is "Libraries = Strong Communities."

Apr
9

National Library Workers Day

The American Library Association recognizes April 9 as National Library Workers Day.

Apr
10

National Bookmobile Day

The American Library Association recognizes April 10 as National Bookmobile Day.

Apr
11

Take Action for Libraries Day

The American Library Association recognizes April 11 as Take Action for Libraries Day.

Apr
30

DEADLINE: Enrich Iowa Letters of Agreement Due

Libraries must submit a Letter of Agreement to participate in Enrich Iowa and receive funding from Direct State Aid, Open Access Reimbursement, and/or Interlibrary Loan Reimbursement for the next fiscal year.

May
27

Holiday Closure: Memorial Day

Offices will be closed May 27 for Memorial Day.

Jun
14

Iowa Commission of Libraries Meeting

The Iowa Commission of Libraries will meet June 14 in Des Moines.

Jun
30

DEADLINE: Direct State Aid Funds Expended

Libraries that receive Direct State Aid must spend all funds by June 30, 2019.