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Report: Impact of $2.4M Enrich Iowa Funding for Libraries

Enrich Iowa funding is appropriated annually by the Iowa Legislature and funds the Open Access, Interlibrary Loan and Direct State Aid programs offered to Iowa libraries.

Register Now for ILOC 2021 Virtual Conference

Join us for a day of learning Thursday, January 21, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and an evening keynote beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Announcing the 2021 All Iowa Reads Titles

The Iowa Center for the Book has selected three titles for adults, teens, and kids.

Librarians Invited to Register for Upcoming Online Resources Focus Groups

The State Library will be conducting a series of focus groups the week of November 9 to help in the process to create a framework for the future online resource options.

Events

Jan
21

2021 Innovative Libraries Online Conference (CE)

The 2021 theme is “Libraries are for Everyone! Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion in Action in Iowa’s Libraries.”

Jan
28

Boardroom Series 2021: Debuting The New Iowa Library Trustees’ Handbook (CE)

The Boardroom 2021 webinar series begins the new year by debuting the newly-revised Iowa Library Trustee’s Handbook.

Jan
31

DEADLINE: Library Director and Staff Recertification Applications

Public Library Director and Public Library Staff Recertification Applications are DUE Jan. 31.

Feb
19

Big Ideas Book Discussion: "Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times" (CE)

In beginning a new year of Big Ideas Book Discussion, we’ll take up the title “Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times” (c2020) by Katherine May.

Feb
25

DEADLINE: E-Rate Form 470

This is the last day to file Form 470 for the federal E-Rate program for discounts on phone and internet service.

Feb
28

DEADLINE: Library Accreditation Applications Due

Public libraries need to reapply for the next fiscal year (FY22) if their current Accreditation or Tier Level status is due to expire on June 30, 2021.

Mar
12

Iowa Commission of Libraries Meeting

The Iowa Commission of Libraries will meet March 12.

Mar
25

DEADLINE: E-rate Form 471 Filing Window Closes

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

Apr
4

National Library Week

April 4-10 is National Library Week! The 2021 theme is "Welcome to Your Library."

May
31

Holiday Closure: Memorial Day

Offices will be closed May 31 for Memorial Day.