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    Welcome to the State Library of Iowa

    We provide support and resources for Iowa libraries and information services to the public. Find out more about us.

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    Join Us for Pop YS Con 2024

    Pop YS Con is a two-day conference about all things youth services; the 2024 conference will be held April 8-9 in Ames. Find out more and register now! 

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    2024 All Iowa Reads Titles Announced

    The 2024 titles for the All Iowa Reads programs have been announced! See the titles. 

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For Iowans

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Recent News

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Feb 22, 2024, 9:46 AM
Registration is now open for Pop YS Con, the State Library’s conference for librarians who work with children and teens. The conference will be held April 8-9, 2024 at the Gateway Hotel and Conference Center in Ames, IA. Learn More
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Dec 6, 2023, 10:12 AM
On January 25, 2024, the ILOC conference will encourage attendees to consider sustainable operations, long-term outcomes, and positive community differences the library makes. Learn More
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Oct 18, 2023, 11:19 AM
The All Iowa Reads selections for 2024 were announced live today on Iowa Public Radio’s Talk of Iowa program with host Charity Nebbe. Learn More
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Sep 28, 2023, 1:00 PM
A new tool is now available on the State Library website to help Iowans and visitors locate and connect with their local public library. The “Find My Local Library” tool displays an interactive and informational map of all the public libraries in the state. Learn More
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Aug 8, 2023, 1:51 PM
The State Library has been awarded a grant of more than $246,000 from the Institute of Museum and Library Services as part of the Laura Bush 21st Century Librarian Program. The grant will be used on efforts to support the psychosocial needs of Iowa library staff and patrons. Learn More

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