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Public Library Survey

Information and resources about the Public Library Annual Survey, due each year on Oct. 31.

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Special Events

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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.

Online Resources
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WhoFi

WhoFi offers a suite of online tools for library management.

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District Support
Online Resources

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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Online Resources

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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Continuing Education
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Continuing Education

The Continuing Education program at the State Library strengthens Iowa libraries through professional instruction.

Continuing Education
Youth Services
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Summer Reading Summit

The Summer Reading Summit provides an in-person opportunity for librarians to meet and put the finishing touches on their summer reading programs.

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Continuing Education
Youth Services
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STEM Fairs

Held in March every other year, STEM Fairs give librarians ideas on how to incorporate STEM concepts at their library and connect in person.

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Toolkits
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Public Library Compensation Toolkit

The Toolkit provides library boards, directors and staff the tools needed to address these inequities and request fair and competitive compensation.

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Online Resources

Putting Libraries on the Web (PLOW)

The State Library provides hosted websites for any public library in Iowa at no cost to the library.

Accreditation & Standards
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Toolkits

How Do I Apply for Accreditation?

Follow the steps outlined on this page to complete the accreditation application process.

Legal & Library Law
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Legal & Library Law

Information and resources related to the laws and legal issues that apply to libraries.

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