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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Children (3rd-5th Grade)" group.
This event is in the "Children (age 3)" group.
This event is in the "Children (age 4 -5)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (0-35 months)" group.

Playdate

9:00am - 11:00am
Other
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Children (3rd-5th Grade), Children (age 3), Children (age 4 -5), Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Come to the library meeting room for some coffee for you and free play for your child!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Tuesdays

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Class
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Stop in and talk to a librarian about: basic cellphone and tablet use, online resources, creating an email, internet basics, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Children (3rd-5th Grade)" group.
This event is in the "Children (age 3)" group.
This event is in the "Children (age 4 -5)" group.
This event is in the "Toddlers (0-35 months)" group.

Playdate

9:00am - 11:00am
Other
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Children (3rd-5th Grade), Children (age 3), Children (age 4 -5), Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Come to the library meeting room for some coffee for you and free play for your child!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Tuesdays

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Class
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Stop in and talk to a librarian about: basic cellphone and tablet use, online resources, creating an email, internet basics, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dine Around Book Talk - Iowa BBQ

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Dine Around
Open
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Dine Around
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Join the Dine Around Book Talk, a meetup for book enthusiasts who enjoy literary discussions while visiting restaurants! Prepare 1-3 book recommendations for the group discussion. Complimentary appetizers will be provided by the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Off- Site Program

  • This program is held off-site. Attendees must find their own transportation. Staff members cannot provide transportation for any attendees.  
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Summer Reading Program

8:00am - 11:00pm
Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 130
Event Details:

The Adult Summer Reading Program starts June 2 and runs through July 26. Program supplies can be picked up from the library starting Sunday, June 2.

This event is in the "Toddlers (0-35 months)" group.

Toddle Time

9:15am - 9:45am
Summer Reading Program
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Summer Toddle Time includes children age 2 and under with a caregiver present in the room. There will be stories and age-appropriate activities. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

This event is in the "Children (age 3)" group.

3-year-olds

10:15am - 10:45am
Summer Reading Program
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 3)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Summer Story Time for 3-year-olds includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Youth Program- Pick-Up Note

A child may attend this program by him/herself, however, the caregiver must join the child immediately following the program. 

This event is in the "Children (K-2nd Grade)" group.

K-2nd Grade

11:15am - 12:00pm
Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (K-2nd Grade)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Summer Story Time includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

Registration is required. Register for the grade you just completed. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Youth Program- Pick-Up Note

A child may attend this program by him/herself, however, the caregiver must join the child immediately following the program. 

This event is in the "Children (K-2nd Grade)" group.

K-2nd Grade

1:30pm - 2:15pm
Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (K-2nd Grade)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Summer Story Time includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

Registration is required. Register for the grade you just completed. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Youth Program- Pick-Up Note

A child may attend this program by him/herself, however, the caregiver must join the child immediately following the program. 

This event is in the "Children (age 4 -5)" group.

4 & 5 year-olds

6:30pm - 7:15pm
Summer Reading Program
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 4 -5)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Summer Story Time for 4 & 5 year-olds includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Youth Program- Pick-Up Note

A child may attend this program by him/herself, however, the caregiver must join the child immediately following the program. 

This event is in the "Toddlers (0-35 months)" group.

Toddle Time

9:15am - 9:45am
Summer Reading Program
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Summer Toddle Time includes children age 2 and under with a caregiver present in the room. There will be stories and age-appropriate activities. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

This event is in the "Children (age 4 -5)" group.

4 & 5 year-olds

10:15am - 11:00am
Summer Reading Program
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 4 -5)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Summer Story Time for 4 & 5 year-olds includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Youth Program- Pick-Up Note

A child may attend this program by him/herself, however, the caregiver must join the child immediately following the program. 

This event is in the "Children (K-2nd Grade)" group.

K-2nd Grade

11:15am - 12:00pm
Summer Reading Program
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (K-2nd Grade)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Summer Story Time includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

Registration is required. Register for the grade you just completed. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Youth Program- Pick-Up Note

A child may attend this program by him/herself, however, the caregiver must join the child immediately following the program. 

This event is in the "Children (K-2nd Grade)" group.

K-2nd Grade

1:30pm - 2:15pm
Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (K-2nd Grade)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Summer Story Time includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

Registration is required. Register for the grade you just completed. 

 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Youth Program- Pick-Up Note

A child may attend this program by him/herself, however, the caregiver must join the child immediately following the program. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Tuesdays

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Class
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Study Room - Right
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Stop in and talk to a librarian about: basic cellphone and tablet use, online resources, creating an email, internet basics, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office.

This event is in the "Teens (6th-12th Grade)" group.

Friendship Bracelet Craft

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Age Group: Teens (6th-12th Grade)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Let's make friendship bracelets! Get creative and make fun bracelets for the summer!

Registration required. Earn 2 punches on your card for coming to a Teen Summer Reading even!

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beekeeping Presentation by Adaville Honey Co.

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Dean and Barb Johnson from Merrill, IA will be sharing their insights on beekeeping, the honey production journey, and the vital role bees play in plant cultivation. They will also showcase an enclosed observation hive at the library.

This event is in the "Children (age 4 -5)" group.

4 & 5 year-olds

9:15am - 10:00am
Summer Reading Program
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 4 -5)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Summer Story Time for 4 & 5 year-olds includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Youth Program- Pick-Up Note

A child may attend this program by him/herself, however, the caregiver must join the child immediately following the program. 

This event is in the "Toddlers (0-35 months)" group.

Toddle Time

10:30am - 11:00am
Summer Reading Program
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Summer Toddle Time includes children age 2 and under with a caregiver present in the room. There will be stories and age-appropriate activities. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

This event is in the "Children (age 4 -5)" group.

4 & 5 year-olds

11:30am - 12:15pm
Summer Reading Program
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 4 -5)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Summer Story Time for 4 & 5 year-olds includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

Registration is required.

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Youth Program- Pick-Up Note

A child may attend this program by him/herself, however, the caregiver must join the child immediately following the program. 

This event is in the "Children (3rd-5th Grade)" group.

3-5th Grade

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Summer Reading Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (3rd-5th Grade)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Summer Story Time includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

Registration is required. Registering for the grade you just completed.

 

Disclaimer(s)

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Youth Program- Pick-Up Note

A child may attend this program by him/herself, however, the caregiver must join the child immediately following the program. 

This event is in the "Youth" group.

Outreach Storytime

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Summer Reading Program
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Youth
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join us at the Holiday Inn for a weekly storytime! 

Registration is not required. 

Disclaimer(s)

Off- Site Program

  • This program is held off-site. Attendees must find their own transportation. Staff members cannot provide transportation for any attendees.  

Photo Permission

Staff often take pictures during library programs. The library uses photos in its publicity, social media, and on its website. If I do not want my photo used, I will contact Shelby at shelby.holbrook@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request.