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 [...]
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 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.
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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
We’re excited to bring Miniature Golf on the Library Lawn back again! This fun community event is hosted by our friends at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church and brought to you by the amazing team at Pop Up Games. It’s a free, all‑ages activity filled with laughter, friendly competition, and plenty of summer fun. We [...]
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 [...]
