Federally Funded

Federally Funded
Online Resources

Bridges eLibrary

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

Accreditation & Standards
Federally Funded

Accreditation & Standards

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

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Toolkits
Youth Services
Federally Funded

STEM To Go & Storytime Kits

Available for checkout to Iowa libraries, these kits are designed to enhance library STEM programming and storytimes.

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Federally Funded

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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Federally Funded

Collection Development Policy

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

Continuing Education
District Support
Federally Funded

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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Continuing Education
Federally Funded

Earning CE

Information on opportunities to earn CE Credit from the State Library and other providers.

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