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Look what we spotted in the Marion County Express under Pleasantville Community News!

By |June 3rd, 2026|Uncategorized|

They featured our Summer Reading Program lineup, and we couldn’t be more excited. 📚✨ We have so many fun events planned for all ages at the library this summer — stories, activities, special programs, and more. It’s going to be a great season of reading and community fun! Stop by the library or check out [...]

Iowa Adventure Pass Memberships Have Been Renewed

By |May 29th, 2026|Uncategorized|

It was that time of year again and our Iowa Adventure Pass membership dues were up. A huge thank‑you goes out to the Friends of the Webb Shadle Public Library for sponsoring this. Their generosity ensures that Webb Shadle Public Library cardholders can receive 4 free tickets to each of these amazing venues: • Blank [...]

Jeff Quinn + Library Magic = The Perfect Combo! ✨

By |May 27th, 2026|Uncategorized|

Jeff Quinn the Magician didn’t just wow us with his tricks — he also lit up when he saw our collection of magic books here at the Webb Shadle Public Library! 📚🎩 He’s a big believer in the power of reading, and we loved seeing him point out some of his favorite topics on our [...]

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🎩✨ Guess who’s at the Webb Shadle Public Library this morning?

By |May 23rd, 2026|Uncategorized|

Magician Jeff Quinn is setting up right now for his Farm Fresh Magic Show — and the fun begins at 10:30 AM today, May 23rd! Bring the whole family for a FREE morning of laughs, surprises, and magical moments. You won’t want to miss this one.

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📚 Book Donations Now Accepted!

By |May 22nd, 2026|Uncategorized|

Our Friends of the Library Book Sale is coming up, and we’re now accepting gently used or new books for the event. Drop off your donations during regular library hours anytime between now and June 9th. All proceeds from the sale help us purchase new books for the Webb Shadle Public Library. Thank you for [...]

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SUMMER READING KICKOFF

By |May 22nd, 2026|Uncategorized|

Day one of our Summer Reading fun was off the charts! We had DSM Mobile Gaming leveling up the excitement, bounce houses from the Pleasantville Christian Church launching kids into the sky (safely!), popcorn popping like crazy, and tons of new readers jumping into summer adventures with sign‑ups. A HUGE shoutout to our amazing Friends [...]

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Children’s Storytime Featuring Special Guests from the Class of 2026

By |May 22nd, 2026|Uncategorized|

Last Monday’s story time turned into a full‑on fairy‑tale takeover. When the rain kept God and the Horses from visiting, an entire squad of Shreks and Fionas from the Class of 2026 marched in to save the day. As part of initiation week, they spent the morning reading stories, coloring with the kids, and helping [...]

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