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Programs for Iowans

The State Library offers programs that may interest Iowans and other users. Click the links below to find out more.

All Iowa Reads

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Encouraging Iowa kids, teens, and adults to read and discuss a selected title each year.
Go to All Iowa Reads

State Data Center

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The definitive source for population, housing, business and government statistics about Iowa.
Visit the State Data Center

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Recent News

Bridges Celebrates More Than 2.4 Million Checkouts in 2022
Jan 13, 2023, 11:29 AM
Bridges, the ebook and audiobook consortium managed by the State Library for Iowa libraries, celebrated more than 2.4 million checkouts by Iowans in 2022. Bridges was one of 129 OverDrive library systems to surpass the 1 million checkout milestone worldwide, and OverDrive reported its highest year ever for digital checkouts. Learn More
Registration Now Open for STEM Fairs and Summer Reading Summits in March
Jan 11, 2023, 4:16 PM
The STEM Fairs and Summer Reading Summits will give attendees ideas on how to incorporate STEM concepts at their library and find inspiration for the library's summer reading program, all while connecting in person with fellow librarians. Learn More
Register Now for ILOC 2023 Jan. 26 on “Productive Partnerships”
Jan 5, 2023, 2:59 PM
The Iowa Libraries Online Conference (ILOC) is a free online conference for the Iowa library community, featuring keynote speakers and breakout sessions throughout the day, including a special event in the evening for library trustees. Learn More