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Iola Public Library

April 15th

Storytime tomorrow at 10:30am. We will be learning about pollination in a fun way.
I hope to see y'all there!
~Lesa ... See MoreSee Less

Iola Public Library

April 15th

CRAFT SUPPLIES OVERFLOWING your work space? Things you don't use anymore? Well, box them up and bring them in--starting Thurs., April 17, for our big Craft Supply Swap, in the meeting room Sat., April 19, 9-3:30. You may bring them to the meeting room entrance on the parking lot. Leftovers at the end of the swap will be donated. ... See MoreSee Less

Iola Public Library

April 14th

STAFF MEMBERS OF IPL & SEKLS are wearing big grins (and maybe crumbs on their chins) after receiving this bountiful basket of scrumptious cookies--lemon and toffee-oatmeal. It came from Friends of the Library, with a card thanking us "for being an awesome library staff". We say, "We think you're pretty awesome, too!". ... See MoreSee Less

Iola Public Library

April 14th

NEW IPL ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Laura Force, Iola, pictured left, joins us today, bringing with her experience in staff management, community outreach, daily operations and financial oversight. Library director Sharon Moreland, pictured right, is also director of the 50-member consortium of the Southeast Kansas Library System which is based here. Iola is one of the system's larger libraries. As the number of SEK libraries, and the services they provide, has increased, so have needs and travel requirements.

In her recent position, Laura oversaw camp operations at the 150-acre Wildwood Outdoor Educational Center, La Cygne, managing employees and contractors, and developing programs and special events. She holds a B.A. in Human Development and Family Studies from American Public University and studied mathematics at Whitworth University. She plans to pursue a master's degree in library science. Laura is also known for her expertise at spinning yarn and weaving. ... See MoreSee Less

Iola Public Library

April 14th

REGISTRATION IS OPEN NOW for a limited number of persons, for a free bucket garden workshop, 10-11:00 Sat., May 3. during our annual plant swap. Casey Diver, K-State Southwind Extension, will instruct. Materials are provided by a library grant from the American Heart Association. If the weather is nice, we'll be on the east lawn by the gazebo; if not, we'll be in the meeting room. ... See MoreSee Less

Iola Public Library

April 13th

CALENDAR APRIL 14 - 19
MON. Chess club with Josh, 6:00, genealogy room, for all ages and skill levels. In Stitches adult crochet with Jen, 6-8:00, Flewharty, all welcome.
TUES. No scheduled programs.
WED. Story time for library littles, 10:30 with Lesa, meeting room. Dinners on a Dime, pre-registered, make easy taco mac with Melissa, 6:00, Flewharty.
THURS. Youth crochet with Jen, 6:00, library lounge. Neatly boxed or bagged craft supplies for Sat. swap accepted at west entrance to meeting room.
FRI. No scheduled programs. Neatly boxed or bagged craft supplies for Sat. swap accepted at west entrance to meeting room.
SAT. Craft supply swap, free, 9-3:30, meeting room. ... See MoreSee Less

Iola Public Library

April 12th

DOWNLOAD SOME NEW APPS, just for fun! Try some new games and explore hobbies. You can become more comfortable with your device in the process. For more information, techwise@greenbush.org ... See MoreSee Less

Iola Public Library

April 11th

AUTHOR & HISTORIAN Jeff Kluever will be here Sat. morning, April 26, at 10:00, to discuss the crafting of historical fiction. Iola Rotary is sponsoring his visit. Kluever will discuss his forthcoming book, "Marching Home: A Story of Love, War and Freedom", about the United States Colored Infantry. He will also discuss his research, writing and publication process. ... See MoreSee Less