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IA Shares Delivery to be Fulfilled by Iowa AEA Van Service Beginning in August

The State Library is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Iowa Area Education Agencies (AEAs) van delivery service to facilitate IA Shares delivery.

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July 21, 2025
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IA Shares News: Great IA Shares Bag & Tote Count Fast Approaching; Three Delivery Systems to Merge

The Great IA Shares Bag & Tote Count will take place on Wednesday, Feb. 26, and IA Shares is merging with two other library delivery networks.

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February 20, 2025
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State Library of Iowa to Offer Mental Health First Aid Training for Public Librarians in Iowa

MHFA is an evidence-based, early-intervention course that teaches participants how to identify and respond to individuals experiencing mental health challenges.

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February 11, 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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IA Shares Delivery

IA Shares is a statewide delivery service program that provides a method of sending and receiving library materials between public libraries.

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Collection Development Policy

Bridges is a consortium of libraries that subscribe to a service for downloadable books, including both audio and e-books.

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Federal LSTA Funding

Federal funding from the Institute of Museum and Library Services via the Library Services and Technology Act supports State Library programs and resources.

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Summer Library Program

The State Library provides access to a comprehensive Summer Library program for public libraries statewide through the national iREAD program.

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Online Resources
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WhoFi

WhoFi offers a suite of online tools for library management.

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State of Iowa Libraries Online (SILO)

SILO offers resource sharing services, including the Iowa Locator, the statewide union catalog, and the SILO Interlibrary Loan System.

Accreditation & Standards
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Accreditation & Standards

The Accreditation & Standards program supports the development of high-quality libraries in Iowa.

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Bridges eLibrary

Bridges is the eBook and audiobook buying consortium for Iowa public libraries.

Continuing Education
District Support
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Director Roundtables

Each spring, directors have a chance to learn from their district consultant, network with their peers, and apply new learning in their library.

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