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State Library Launches Training for New Library Board Members on Iowa Code Chapters 21 & 22

Iowa Code 21.12 requires board members appointed after July 1, 2025 to complete training on Iowa's open meetings and open records laws.

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February 13, 2026
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Register Now & Meet the Keynotes for ILOC 2026 on Jan. 29: “Worth Celebrating!”

ILOC is a free online conference for the Iowa library community, featuring keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and a special evening session for trustees.

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December 17, 2025
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Register Now for Oct. 23 Learning Circuit on Library Program Evaluation

The event will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. There is no cost to register and librarians can earn 3 CE credits for attending.

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October 3, 2025
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Registration Now Open for Director Roundtables in May

Public library directors can register now for the 2025 Director Roundtables this May, which will be held in-person at 15 locations across the state.

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March 24, 2025
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Registration Now Open for STEM Fairs and Summer Reading Summits this Spring

Join the State Library for exciting in-person STEM Fairs and Summer Reading Summits happening across Iowa in March 2025!

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January 15, 2025
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Iowa Libraries Online Conference (ILOC)

Held each January, ILOC is a free all day virtual conference for Iowa librarians and board members.

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Summer Reading 2027 Jumpstart

Before your Summer Reading Program launches into orbit, get ahead on your planning for next year by attending the jumpstart webinar!

November 17, 2026 10:30 am

Pop YS Live (November 2026): Launching Out of This World Summer and After-School Programming with STAR Net

3-2-1... blast off! The countdown to the launch of 2027’s “Reading Expands Our Universe” theme continues with a special Pop YS Live brought to you by STAR Net.

November 18, 2026 1:00 pm
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The Continuing Education program at the State Library strengthens Iowa libraries through professional instruction.

Stretch Your Library's Purchasing Dollars

From everyday supplies to books, audio visual equipment and more, you can leverage the State’s collective buying power through State Master Agreements.

October 20, 2026 11:30 am
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Learning Circuit

Held each fall, the Learning Circuit offers an in-depth educational opportunity from trainers on innovative programs, library trends, and more.

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Check it Out (October 2026)

Check it Out! is a monthly webinar series from the State Library of Iowa spotlighting the best new books for ages 0-18.

October 27, 2026 11:00 am

Strengthening Your Grant Proposal (Fall Grant Writing Series: Session 2 of 2)

This advanced workshop builds on the foundation presented in "Grant Writing Basics".

November 4, 2026 10:00 am

Grant Writing Basics with Guided Project Planning (Fall Grant Writing Series: Session 1 of 2)

This entry-level webinar guides participants through a step-by-step process, ensuring an easy-to-follow approach to grant work.

October 22, 2026 10:00 am

Pop YS Live (October 2026): iREAD Summer Reading 2027 Preview

Join representatives from the iREAD team as they cover some basics about the program and introduce the 2027 Summer Reading theme, Reading Expands Our Universe!

October 14, 2026 1:00 pm

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