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Improv Class

Beat the Blues Improv Class

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults, Teens (6th-12th Grade)

Event Details:

Improv empowers creativity and self-expression for everyone, whether introverts or extroverts. Join us for a fun night to learn the art of improv!Free event open to Tweens, Teens, ...

Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Teens (6th-12th Grade)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Improv empowers creativity and self-expression for everyone, whether introverts or extroverts. Join us for a fun night to learn the art of improv!

Table & Chairs in library.

Library Book Club

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Join us for book club on every second Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm. We will meet at the library unless otherwise advertised. The library will have multiple copies of the b...

Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for book club on every second Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm. We will meet at the library unless otherwise advertised. 

The library will have multiple copies of the book available for checkout.

Teen Craft

Teen Mini Canvas Craft

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Program Type:

Winter Reading Program

Age Group:

Teens (6th-12th Grade)

Event Details:

Turn your ideas into art. Join our mini canvas art event and create your own masterpiece!

Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (6th-12th Grade)
Program Type: Winter Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Turn your ideas into art. Join our mini canvas art event and create your own masterpiece!

Canvas Tote Craft Event

Canvas Tote Craft Event

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Program Type:

Winter Reading Program

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Use paint and fabric markers to make your own one of a kind book tote! 

Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Winter Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Use paint and fabric markers to make your own one of a kind book tote! 

Teen Anime Club

Teen Anime Club

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Program Type:

Winter Reading Program

Age Group:

Teens (6th-12th Grade)

Event Details:

First Tuesday of the month, March Jujutsu Kaisen ThemedOpen to Middle and High School Students! Free to join!Dive into anime episodesGeek out over everything anime!Taste-test Japan...

Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (6th-12th Grade)
Program Type: Winter Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

First Tuesday of the month, March Jujutsu Kaisen Themed

Open to Middle and High School Students! Free to join!

  • Dive into anime episodes
  • Geek out over everything anime!
  • Taste-test Japanese snacks!
Dine Around Book Talk

Dine Around Book Talk - Much Yummy

Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Dine Around

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Discuss books while visiting restaurants around town! Registration is required every month to attend, as space will be limited. Bring a list of 2-3 books you would like to talk abo...

Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Dine Around
Registration Required
Event Details:

Discuss books while visiting restaurants around town! Registration is required every month to attend, as space will be limited. Bring a list of 2-3 books you would like to talk about. The library will provide an appetizer.

Harry Potter Night

Triwizard Tournament Night

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Program Type:

Winter Reading Program

Age Group:

Teens (6th-12th Grade)

Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to be the next Triwizard Library Champion? Can you complete the three magical tasks?

Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (6th-12th Grade)
Program Type: Winter Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Do you have what it takes to be the next Triwizard Library Champion? Can you complete the three magical tasks?

Table & Chairs in library.

Library Book Club

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Join us for book club on every second Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm. We will meet at the library unless otherwise advertised. The library will have multiple copies of the b...

Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for book club on every second Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm. We will meet at the library unless otherwise advertised. 

The library will have multiple copies of the book available for checkout.

Book club photo

Library Book Club

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults

Event Details:

Join us for book club on every second Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm. We will meet at the library unless otherwise advertised. The library will have multiple copies of the b...

Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for book club on every second Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm. We will meet at the library unless otherwise advertised. 

The library will have multiple copies of the book available for checkout.

Photo of board meeting notice

Library Board Meeting

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

Monthly meeting of the library board. Open to the public. 

Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Monthly meeting of the library board. Open to the public. 

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Age Group

Toddle Time

10:15am–10:45am
Toddlers (0-35 months)
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

3 Year Old Story Time

6:00pm–6:30pm
Children (age 3)
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 3)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Winter 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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@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. 

Movie Night for Teens and Adults at Royal 3

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Winter Reading Program
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Winter Reading Program
Event Details:

The Royal 3 Theaters are once again teaming up with the library this year to organize a movie night for participants in the Teen and Adult Winter Reading Program!

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.  

4 & 5 Year Old Story Time

6:45pm–7:30pm
Children (age 4 -5)
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 4 -5)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Winter 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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@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. 

4 & 5 Year Old Story Time

10:15am–11:00am
Children (age 4 -5)
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 4 -5)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Winter 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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@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. 

Tech Tuesday

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
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.

Once Upon a Cuento

4:15pm–5:00pm
Everyone
Storytime
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for books, activities, songs and games. We will read bilingual and Spanish books as well as learn about different aspects of Latino Culture. Practice your Spanish with us and learn a few phrases as well!

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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Toddle Time

9:15am–9:45am
Toddlers (0-35 months)
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Toddle Time

10:15am–10:45am
Toddlers (0-35 months)
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

3 Year Old Story Time

6:00pm–6:30pm
Children (age 3)
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 3)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Winter 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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@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. 

4 & 5 Year Old Story Time

6:45pm–7:30pm
Children (age 4 -5)
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 4 -5)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Winter 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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@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. 

4 & 5 Year Old Story Time

10:15am–11:00am
Children (age 4 -5)
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 4 -5)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Winter 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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@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. 

Tech Tuesday

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
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.

Toddle Time

9:15am–9:45am
Toddlers (0-35 months)
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Toddle Time

10:15am–10:45am
Toddlers (0-35 months)
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

3 Year Old Story Time

6:00pm–6:30pm
Children (age 3)
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 3)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Winter 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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@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. 

4 & 5 Year Old Story Time

6:45pm–7:30pm
Children (age 4 -5)
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 4 -5)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Winter 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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@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. 

4 & 5 Year Old Story Time

10:15am–11:00am
Children (age 4 -5)
Storytime
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 4 -5)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Winter 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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@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. 

Tech Tuesday

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
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.

Toddle Time

9:15am–9:45am
Toddlers (0-35 months)
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Toddle Time

10:15am–10:45am
Toddlers (0-35 months)
Storytime
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

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

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 Tammy at  tammy.uitdeflesch@lemars.lib.ia.us and the library will honor that request. 

Closed Easter Sunday

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Le Mars Public Library
Description:

The library is closed Easter Sunday

Tech Tuesday

2:00pm–4:00pm
Adults
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.

Library Book Club

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Book Club
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for book club on every second Thursday of the month at 5:30 pm. We will meet at the library unless otherwise advertised. 

The library will have multiple copies of the book available for checkout.