by Melissa Smoot | Feb 2, 2025 | Adults, News
GRASSHOPPERS SO BIG that cowboys ride them to herd cattle. Summers so hot, corn pops in the field. Thurs., Feb. 20, at 7:00, author and folklorist Jim Hoy will entertain and explain “Kansas Legends and Folktales”. Hoy, also a professor of English, works...
by Melissa Smoot | Jan 30, 2025 | Iola Reads, News
Our Spring 2025 Adult book will be available February 3. We selected Agatha Christie’s The Body in the Library. It’s seven in the morning. The Bantrys wake to find the body of a young woman in their library. She is wearing evening dress and heavy make-up,...
by Melissa Smoot | Jan 30, 2025 | News
The February Calendar is FULL of fun events for children, adults, and families. Check out our Social Media for fun pictures, details, and notices for upcoming programs. Adult Programs: In stitches every Monday at 6 pm with Jennifer Tarter. February 5 – Book Talk...
by Sharon Moreland | Jan 30, 2025 | Friends, News
Save the Date: Friday, February 14 for the Friends annual Everything Chocolate Sale! Let the Front Desk know if you are willing to donate yummy treats to sell as a fundraiser for the Friends of the Iola Public Library. More details to come.
by Sharon Moreland | Dec 22, 2024 | News
Assistant Director Position: IPL Assistant Director Job Description 2024 (as Approved) (.pdf) Are you a new or experienced library professional ready to step into a leadership role? The Iola Public Library is seeking a dynamic and motivated Assistant Director to join...
by Melissa Smoot | Nov 27, 2024 | Adults, News
VISIT OUR PROPAGATION STATION in the library lounge for fresh greens–houseplant cuttings. They’re free while supplies last. If you have some to trade, so much the better. Choices range from two-tone pink pelargoniums, aka geraniums, to angel wing begonias,...
