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Monticello, IA  52310

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Featured Events

Jan 24
HACAP Mobile Food Pantry
Jan 24, 2022, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

 Due to COVID-19 the Mobile pantry is currently a drive-thru. Pull in to the right when you arrive.

A volunteer will direct you thru the pick-up line. Remain in your vehicle and volunteers will place items in the backseat or trunk of your vehicle

Jones County Fairgrounds 700 N. Maple Street Monticello, IA 52310 

Jan 26
Teen Book Club
Jan 26, 2022, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Join us to discuss this month's choice of Point Blank by Anthony Horowitz. Copies are available at the front desk.

Jan 27
Iowa Works
Jan 27, 2022, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM

A representative from IowaWorks will be available in the library meeting room to help you with job applications or unemployment.

Jan 28
Toddler Story Time
Jan 28, 2022, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join us for stories, songs, crafts, activities and play. This is for children aged 2-4 as of September 15 of the current school year. There is not story time when there is no school in the Monticello district. Registration is appreciated.

Jan 31
Iowa Climber Jen Loeb
Jan 31, 2022, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Join us to welcome Iowa Climber Jen Loeb as she shares her advertures.

Feb 01
Boasts & Toasts
Feb 1, 2022, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Join us at The Jitney to discuss what great books you have read this month!

Feb 03
Iowa Works
Feb 3, 2022, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM

A representative from IowaWorks will be available in the library meeting room to help you with job applications or unemployment.

Feb 04
Toddler Story Time
Feb 4, 2022, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join us for stories, songs, crafts, activities and play. This is for children aged 2-4 as of September 15 of the current school year. There is not story time when there is no school in the Monticello district. Registration is appreciated.

Feb 09
Teen Story Time
Feb 9, 2022, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Join Molli for a nostalgic experience of snack time, coloring, read aloud books, and circle time.

Feb 10
Iowa Works
Feb 10, 2022, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM

A representative from IowaWorks will be available in the library meeting room to help you with job applications or unemployment.

Feb 11
Toddler Story Time
Feb 11, 2022, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join us for stories, songs, crafts, activities and play. This is for children aged 2-4 as of September 15 of the current school year. There is not story time when there is no school in the Monticello district. Registration is appreciated.

Feb 11
Teen/ Tween Anti- Valentine Party
Feb 11, 2022, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Celebrate your choice to be single!

Feb 12
Valentine's Breakfast
Feb 12, 2022, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Children ages 4-9 are invited to join us alond with their favorite tennager or adult to celebtrate Valentine's Day.

Feb 17
Iowa Works
Feb 17, 2022, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM

A representative from IowaWorks will be available in the library meeting room to help you with job applications or unemployment.

Feb 17
Monticello Reads
Feb 17, 2022, 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Join us in the City Council Chambers to discuss this month's book Before We Were Yours by Lisa Wingate. Copies are available at the front desk.

Library Hours
Monday - Thursday       9 am - 7 pm
Friday                           9 am - 6 pm
Saturday                        9 am - 1 pm

   Curbside pickup and home delivery are also available

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