CHESS CLUB
2026-05-06 04:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)

YOUTH GROUP
2026-05-06 18:30 - 19:30

JUST US 4H
2026-05-10 13:00 - 15:00
East Room is reserved for Just Us 4H.

EMU PAVER PAINTING
2026-05-12 16:00 - 17:00
Event by Pville Art Camp
3rd Paver of 2026 • May 12 • 4:00-6:00 (come when you can, finish by 6)
Come give this emu some personality (My 1st grade students do this with chalk every year and the results are priceless!)
Please sign up to be sure we have a paver for you!

NO CHESS CLUB TONIGHT
2026-05-13 16:00 - 17:00

EAST ROOM RESERVED
2026-05-17 08:00 - 17:00
Room reserved for Perkins Family

Due to the Wet Weather Horse Rides & Story Time Hosted by God & Horses Has Been Rescheduled
2026-05-18 10:30 - 11:30
📚✨ Calling all young book lovers and imaginative adventurers! 🌈📖 Join us at Webb Shadle Library from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM for a magical Children’s Story Time!
Get ready for enchanting tales, hands-on crafts, and sweet treats that will make your Monday morning shine. 🍭🎨📚 It’s the perfect chance for kids to explore the wonder of stories, creativity, and community.
But that’s not all—this week’s Story Time comes with an extra-special surprise… PONY RIDES after the stories, provided by God & Horses / Toni Krichau! 🐴💫
Please note: Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult to sign the release form.
Mark your calendars for an hour of joy, imagination, and unforgettable fun. We can’t wait to share the magic with you! 🌟

🌟 Pokémon Club 🌟
2026-05-19 16:00 - 17:00
🎉 Calling all trainers! Join us for an exciting Pokémon adventure!
✨ In our Pokémon Club, you’ll have the chance to engage in thrilling team battles 🥊, showcasing your skills and strategies while making new friends along the way! 🤝
🎨 We will occasionally have themed crafts where you can unleash your creativity by designing your own Pokémon-inspired artwork! 🎨✨
💌 Plus, there’s plenty of time for trading cards 🃏 and sharing your favorite Pokémon stories! 📖
Whether you’re a seasoned trainer or just starting your Pokémon journey, everyone is welcome to join the fun! 🌟 Don’t miss out on the adventure—come make friends and catch ’em all!

SUMMER READING KICKOFF
2026-05-20 13:00 - 15:00
📚 Summer Reading Kickoff Party
📅 Wednesday, May 20th, 2026 | 🕜 1–3 PM
📍 Webb Shadle Public Library
Kick off summer right after school with an afternoon of fun at the library!
🎮 Game On DSM’s Mobile Game Truck — 6 game consoles with 3000+ games, plus the Nex Playground virtual system for full‑body challenges and educational puzzles
🎲 Games for all ages — board games, outdoor games, and more
🟦 Bounce House — jump into summer with extra fun
🎁 Giveaways
📦 Pick up your summer reading supplies
✨ And more!
Don’t miss it — the fun starts at 1 PM!

JEFF QUINN'S FARM FRESH MAGIC SHOW
2026-05-23 10:30 - 11:30
📅 May 23rd
⏰ 10:30 AM
📍 Webb Shadle Public Library – Pleasantville, Iowa
Bring the whole family for a magical start to your day! This show is perfect for kids, parents, and anyone who loves a good laugh. Come enjoy a performance that celebrates reading, imagination, and a little farm‑fresh fun.

LIBRARY CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF MEMORIAL DAY
2026-05-25
In observance of Memorial Day, the library will be closed on May 25, 2026.

FAMILY BOOK CLUB: FARM THEME
2026-05-26 10:30 - 11:30

Session 2: Transplanting, Trellising, and Plant Care
2026-06-02 18:00 - 19:00

Giant Bubble Show by Circus Pop/Sponsored by McKay Insurance
2026-06-06 10:00 - 11:00
Join us Saturday, June 6th, at 10am as we welcome back the incredible bubble magician Logan Jimenez, who will dazzle us with another amazing bubble show. He can create 20-foot-long soap bubbles, make fancy shapes with a tennis racket, and create bubbles that burst into flames. You won’t want to miss this free, all-ages, soapy bubble event! Sign-up is not required.
Sponsored by McKay Insurance

Rain Barrel Workshop
2026-06-06 13:00 - 14:00
Rain Barrel Workshop
Join us on June 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM at Webb Shadle Public Library (301 W Dallas St., Pleasantville, IA) for a hands‑on session all about collecting and using rainwater.
Lydia McCombs will walk you through:
Benefits of rain barrels
How to use collected rainwater
Rain barrel components
Different barrel styles
This event is free, open to everyone, and requires no registration. The presentation will run about 45 minutes.
Hosted by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and Webb Shadle Public Library.

Friends of Webb Shadle Public Library: 25¢ Book Sale
2026-06-10 10:00 - 18:00, 2026-06-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-06-12 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-06-13 09:00 - 12:00
Book Sale Fundraiser – Just 25¢ Each!
Stop by during regular library hours and stock up your shelves! Every book is just a quarter, and all proceeds support the Friends of Webb Shadle Public Library.

FISH STORYTIME
2026-06-16 10:30 - 11:30
Join us for a fun and educational Fish Storytime presented by Naturalist Karen Johlas‑Szalkowski from the Marion County Conservation Department. Kids will enjoy fish‑themed stories, learn about Iowa’s aquatic wildlife, and explore nature in an engaging, hands‑on way. Perfect for young learners and families.

Foam Zone by Zoops Fun Zone
2026-06-20 10:30 - 11:30
Get ready for a Foam Zone takeover by Zoops Fun Zone. We’re filling the lawn with mountains of cool, clean, allergy‑friendly foam for an unforgettable all‑ages experience.
📚 Please check out your books before the foam starts — this keeps all library materials safe and dry during the event.
🎉 What’s Included
Pro Foam Cannon creating a giant foam zone in minutes
Professional Operator running the fun
Kid‑Friendly Music to keep everyone moving
60 Minutes of nonstop foam fun
Bring your friends, bring your energy, and get ready to dive into the foam!
Brought to you by our Friends of the Webb Shadle Public Library.

HAPPY FATHERS DAY
2026-06-21
Today we’re celebrating all the dads, grandpas, uncles, step‑dads, and father‑figures who inspire curiosity, encourage big imaginations, and make storytime extra special.
Whether you’re reading bedtime favorites, building backyard adventures, or helping little learners explore new worlds, we’re grateful for everything you do.
Stop by the library this week and pick out a book to share with someone you love — it’s the perfect way to keep the Father’s Day magic going. 💛
Wishing all our community’s amazing dads a day filled with joy, laughter, and good stories.

Eichenberger Storytime
2026-06-22 10:30 - 11:30
Skate on over for a slapshot of fun! Enjoy stories, creative crafts, tasty treats, and a special appearance from Crash, the Iowa Wild mascot, as the Eichenberger family hosts another spirited story time adventure.

Blank Park Zoo Presents: Zoo to You
2026-06-27 10:30 - 11:30
Blank Park Zoo Presents: Zoo to You at the Webb Shadle Public Library!
Join us for an exciting, interactive hour as the Blank Park Zoo brings live animals, fun facts, and hands‑on learning straight to the library. It’s a perfect program for curious kids, families, and animal lovers of all ages.

Library Board Meeting
2026-06-29 17:15 - 18:30

Overview of Iowa's Behavioral Health System
2026-06-30 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for a presentation on how Iowa’s behavioral health system is coming together — and what that means for prevention work across the state.
You’ll hear about:
• Updates to substance misuse and problem gambling prevention services
• An overview of the Behavioral Health System Alignment initiative
• A look at the future of Iowa’s prevention system
Presented by: Caroline Noble & Lauren Asman, Prevention Specialists at Employee and Family Resources

CLOSED ON JULY 4TH
2026-07-04
In honor of Independence Day, the Webb Shadle Public Library will be closed on July 4th while our shelves take a little holiday break.
We’ll reopen with regular hours on July 6, ready for more stories, adventures, and summer reading fun. 📚✨
Wishing everyone a safe and festive Independence Day!

4th of July Parade & Adventureland Ticket Drawing
2026-07-04 11:00 - 12:00
Our summer reading program is in full swing.
All who enter the summer reading program by July 3rd will be entered into a drawing for 4 Adventureland tickets – winner announced July 4th after the Pleasantville parade.
A valid Webb Shadle library card is required to participate.
A huge thank you to Adventureland for their generous donation!!!

Free Seed Program: Growing Tomatoes/Session 3
2026-07-07 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for our Free Seed Program! This multi-session program will follow your tomato plants throughout the growing season. We will kick off with starting four different types of tomato seeds. From there, we meet once a month as your plants grow. From your first sprouts to harvest, we will cover all aspects of growing your own tomato plants. No experience is necessary.
6-7pm at the Webb Shadle Public Library
Session 1: May 5- Everything Tomato Plants and Starting Your Seeds
Session 2: June 2 – Transplanting, Trellising, and Plant Care
Session 3: July 7- Common Pest and Diseases
Session 4: August 4 – Harvest and Preservation
To register: Call the Marion County Extension Office at 641-842-2014 or email dingeman@iastate.edu.
Brought to us by the Iowa State University and Extension and Outreach of Marion County.

Science Center of Iowa Presents BOOM!!
2026-07-11 10:30 - 11:30
Once upon a time… science got a little too excited.
It started popping. Then banging. Then blowing things up (safely, we promise).
Come watch the chaos as we explore pressure, temperature, and all the weird ways matter behaves when you poke it
