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Once upon a cuento

Once Upon a Cuento

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Everyone

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 a...

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!

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Stuffed Animal Story Time Sleepover

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:45pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Children (K-2nd Grade)

Event Details:

Join us for Stuffed Animal Story Time Sleepover! We will have a fun evening story time. Wear your favorite pajamas and bring a plushy to the party. Tuck your stuffed animal in for ...

Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (K-2nd Grade)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for Stuffed Animal Story Time Sleepover! We will have a fun evening story time. Wear your favorite pajamas and bring a plushy to the party.

Carnegie Event

Andrew Carnegie's Riches in Iowa: Le Mars

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

This presentation will explore how Le Mars came to be the site of a library that was funded by Andrew Carnegie, as well as how Le Mars fits in to the bigger picture of Carnegie's f...

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

This presentation will explore how Le Mars came to be the site of a library that was funded by Andrew Carnegie, as well as how Le Mars fits in to the bigger picture of Carnegie's funding for libraries throughout the state.

1000 books photo

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Graduation

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

We will be celebrating our newest graduates of our 1000 books before kindergarten program. 

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

We will be celebrating our newest graduates of our 1000 books before kindergarten program. 

Dia

Dia del Niño Fiesta/ Children's Day Party

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Off Site

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

Join the library as we celebrate Día! Día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a celebration every day of children, families, and ...

Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Event Details:

Join the library as we celebrate Día! Día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children's Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a celebration every day of children, families, and reading that culminates yearly on April 30.

Teen Anime Club

Teen Anime Club

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Le Mars Public Library

Age Group:

Teens (6th-12th Grade)

Event Details:

Welcome to Teen Anime Club! Where we talk all things anime!May Teen Anime Club will be Haikyu!! Themed! We will watch episodes and do fun activities!

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

Welcome to Teen Anime Club! Where we talk all things anime!

May Teen Anime Club will be Haikyu!! Themed! We will watch episodes and do fun activities!

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Library Board Meeting

Monday, May 11, 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. 

photo of art bus

605 Magic Art Bus

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

The 605 Magic Art Bus will be at the library to provide a hands-on art experience for the whole family! Come anytime between 9:30 and noon for a turn on the Magic Art Bus! No regis...

Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

The 605 Magic Art Bus will be at the library to provide a hands-on art experience for the whole family! Come anytime between 9:30 and noon for a turn on the Magic Art Bus! No registration required. Event is free. 

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Library Board Meeting

Monday, June 8, 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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Kids Fun Fest

Friday, June 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Summer Reading Program, Performance

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

In partnership with Ice Cream Days, Kids Fun Fest will feature Jonathan May, comedy magician! Join us at the Headline Event Space for ice cream and entertainment for the whole fami...

Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Performance
Event Details:

In partnership with Ice Cream Days, Kids Fun Fest will feature Jonathan May, comedy magician! Join us at the Headline Event Space for ice cream and entertainment for the whole family!

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Adult Summer Reading Program

All Day
Adults
Summer Reading Program
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to UNEARTH YOUR STORY? Join the Summer Reading Program and dig into reading and fun activities this summer! Program runs June 1 - July 24, 2026. Register for events separately. Pick up your reading log starting June 1, 2026. 

Teen Summer Reading Program

All Day
Teens (6th-12th Grade)
Summer Reading Program
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Age Group: Teens (6th-12th Grade)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to UNEARTH YOUR STORY? Join the Summer Reading Program and dig into reading and fun activities this summer! Program runs June 1 - July 24, 2026. Register for events separately. Pick up your reading log starting June 1, 2026. 

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)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
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. 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 Storytime

10:15am–10:45am
Children (age 3)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 3)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
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 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. 

K-2nd Grade Storytime

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

Summer story time 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. 

K-2nd Grade Storytime

1:30pm–2:15pm
Children (K-2nd Grade)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (K-2nd Grade)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer story time 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 Storytime

6:15pm–7:00pm
Children (age 4 -5)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 4 -5)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer story time for 4 & 5 year-olds includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

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. 

Toddle Time

9:15am–9:45am
Toddlers (0-35 months)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
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. 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. 

4 & 5 Year Old Storytime

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

Summer story time for 4 & 5 year-olds includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

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. 

K-2nd Grade Storytime

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

Summer story time 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. 

K-2nd Grade Storytime

1:30pm–2:15pm
Children (K-2nd Grade)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (K-2nd Grade)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer story time 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 (Spanish & English)

6:00pm–6:45pm
Everyone
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, 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. 

4 & 5 Year Old Storytime

9:15am–10:00am
Children (age 4 -5)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 4 -5)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer story time for 4 & 5 year-olds includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

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. 

Toddle Time

10:30am–11:00am
Toddlers (0-35 months)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
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. 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. 

4 & 5 Year Old Storytime

11:30am–12:15pm
Children (age 4 -5)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 4 -5)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer story time for 4 & 5 year-olds includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

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. 

3rd-5th Grade Storytime

1:00pm–2:00pm
Children (3rd-5th Grade)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (3rd-5th Grade)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer Storytime includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

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. 

Toddle Time

9:15am–9:45am
Toddlers (0-35 months)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
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. 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 Storytime

10:15am–10:45am
Children (age 3)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (age 3)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer story time for 3-year-olds includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

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. 

3rd-5th Grade Storytime

12:30pm–1:30pm
Children (3rd-5th Grade)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children (3rd-5th Grade)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

Summer Storytime includes stories and age-appropriate activities.

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. 

Toddle Time

9:15am–9:45am
Toddlers (0-35 months)
Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Toddlers (0-35 months)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Storytime
Registration Required
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. 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. 

Kids Fun Fest

2:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Summer Reading Program, Performance
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Summer Reading Program, Performance
Event Details:

In partnership with Ice Cream Days, Kids Fun Fest will feature Jonathan May, comedy magician! Join us at the Headline Event Space for ice cream and entertainment for the whole family!

Adult Summer Reading Program

All Day
Adults
Summer Reading Program
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to UNEARTH YOUR STORY? Join the Summer Reading Program and dig into reading and fun activities this summer! Program runs June 1 - July 24, 2026. Register for events separately. Pick up your reading log starting June 1, 2026. 

Teen Summer Reading Program

All Day
Teens (6th-12th Grade)
Summer Reading Program
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Le Mars Public Library
Age Group: Teens (6th-12th Grade)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ready to UNEARTH YOUR STORY? Join the Summer Reading Program and dig into reading and fun activities this summer! Program runs June 1 - July 24, 2026. Register for events separately. Pick up your reading log starting June 1, 2026. 

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.