205 E Grand St

Monticello, IA  52310

319-465-3354

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Featured Events

Sep 28
Hacap Mobile Food Pantry
Sep 28, 2020, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

The mobile food pantry is currently a drive thru. Volunteers and staff will aid in you in our parking lot to direct you were to go. You are asked to remain in your vehicle, and we will assisst you in placing the prepackaged items in the back of your vehilce or trunk.

HACAP dates and information

Oct 01
ART-ober
Oct 1, 2020, 12:00 AM – Oct 31, 2020, 11:55 PM

Art-ober is a month-long drawing challenge to encourage the development of positive drawing habits. The library is encouraging everyone to participate and submit their artwork for a chance to win art supplies.

Art-ober rules and prompts

Oct 06
Boasts and Toasts
Oct 6, 2020, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Due to COVID and CDC recommendations, we will not be hosting this at any local restaurants yet. We will be holding the gathering in the City's Council Chambers to allow for proper social distancing. Those who wish to bring along a meal to continue to support local restaurants are welcome to do so. Tables and chairs will be set out with 6 feet spacing between individuals.

We will be sharing our personal favorite reads from this month, all our welcome.

Boasts and Toasts Flier

Oct 07
Family Story Time
Oct 7, 2020, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join Miss Penny for story time! Due to COVID and CDC regulations, we will now be holding story time in the Community Building to allow for proper social distancing. Families are still encouraged to wear their face coverings. Crafts & activitysheets will be available for families to take home. 

Registerfor the text reminder service by texting @toddlers to 81010.

If you or your child is not feeling well or has been exposed to someone with COVID-19, please stay home.

Oct 14
Family Story Time
Oct 14, 2020, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join Miss Penny for story time! Due to COVID and CDC regulations, we will now be holding story time in the Community Building to allow for proper social distancing. Families are still encouraged to wear their face coverings. Crafts & activitysheets will be available for families to take home. 

Registerfor the text reminder service by texting @toddlers to 81010.

If you or your child is not feeling well or has been exposed to someone with COVID-19, please stay home.

Oct 15
Monticello Reads Book Club
Oct 15, 2020, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Due to COVID and CDC recommendations, our book club will be hosted in the City's Council Chambers. Tables and chairs will be properly spaced 6 feet apart.

This month's book is The Mothers by Brit Bennett, all our welcome to join. Copies are available to be checked out at the front desk.

October's Book Flier

Oct 21
Family Story Time
Oct 21, 2020, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join Miss Penny for story time! Due to COVID and CDC regulations, we will now be holding story time in the Community Building to allow for proper social distancing. Families are still encouraged to wear their face coverings. Crafts & activitysheets will be available for families to take home. 

Registerfor the text reminder service by texting @toddlers to 81010.

If you or your child is not feeling well or has been exposed to someone with COVID-19, please stay home.

Oct 26
HACAP Mobile Food Pantry
Oct 26, 2020, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

The mobile food pantry is currently a drive thru. Volunteers and staff will aid in you in our parking lot to direct you were to go. You are asked to remain in your vehicle, and we will assisst you in placing the prepackaged items in the back of your vehilce or trunk.

HACAP dates and information

Oct 28
Family Story Time
Oct 28, 2020, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join Miss Penny for story time! Due to COVID and CDC regulations, we will now be holding story time in the Community Building to allow for proper social distancing. Families are still encouraged to wear their face coverings. Crafts & activitysheets will be available for families to take home. 

Registerfor the text reminder service by texting @toddlers to 81010.

If you or your child is not feeling well or has been exposed to someone with COVID-19, please stay home.

Oct 28
Statewide Teen Trivia Contest
Oct 28, 2020, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Join teens all across Iowa in our teen trivia competion. Registration is required for this event due to requiring of passwords for the Zoom room. Claim your spot today!

Teen Battle of the Brains

 

Nov 04
Family Story Time
Nov 4, 2020, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join Miss Penny for story time! Due to COVID and CDC regulations, we will now be holding story time in the Community Building to allow for proper social distancing. Families are still encouraged to wear their face coverings. Crafts & activitysheets will be available for families to take home. 

Registerfor the text reminder service by texting @toddlers to 81010.

If you or your child is not feeling well or has been exposed to someone with COVID-19, please stay home.

Nov 11
Family Story Time
Nov 11, 2020, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join Miss Penny for story time! Due to COVID and CDC regulations, we will now be holding story time in the Community Building to allow for proper social distancing. Families are still encouraged to wear their face coverings. Crafts & activitysheets will be available for families to take home. 

Registerfor the text reminder service by texting @toddlers to 81010.

If you or your child is not feeling well or has been exposed to someone with COVID-19, please stay home.

Nov 18
Family Story Time
Nov 18, 2020, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join Miss Penny for story time! Due to COVID and CDC regulations, we will now be holding story time in the Community Building to allow for proper social distancing. Families are still encouraged to wear their face coverings. Crafts & activitysheets will be available for families to take home. 

Registerfor the text reminder service by texting @toddlers to 81010.

If you or your child is not feeling well or has been exposed to someone with COVID-19, please stay home.

Library Hours
Monday, Wednesday, Friday       9 am - 5 pm
Tuesday - Thursday                    9 am - 6 pm
Saturday & Sunday                        Closed

   Library visits and curbside  pickup begin at 10am  

Text 319-820-2859 to text-chat with a librarian. Renew books or ask  a reference question!  Standard data fees and text messaging rates may apply.

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This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.

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