Beyond just books, a library is a treasure trove of the past, present, and future. 📚✨ We recently uncovered a hidden gem from the archives of the Historical Library and Archives of Iowa: Meet the "Pleasantville Juvenile Band" of Pleasantville, Iowa, circa 1900! 🎺🥁 This vintage photograph offers a captivating glimpse into our community's history. [...]
We wanted to say Congratulations to our participants in the Jigsaw Puzzle Competition. The Peoples Bank Team won 🥇1st Place and Jennifer Vrban Latch & friends on taking home🥈2nd Place!
Your Vote, Your Voice! Today is Election Day, a crucial moment in our democracy. Your voice matters, and your vote can make a difference. We encourage everyone to exercise their right to vote and participate in shaping the future of our community. Whether you're a first-time voter or a seasoned pro, we're here to support [...]
Happy Birthday to the Amazing Jennifer Latch! Jennifer is an integral part of our board and an invaluable member of the friends group. On this special day, we want to celebrate her outstanding contributions and the incredible person she is. May your day be filled with joy, laughter, and unforgettable moments. Here's to a fabulous [...]
A big Thank You to Theresa Rothfus & family for donating 70+ pumpkins!
Pumpkin Painting at the Webb Shadle Public Library was a lot of fun! A big thank you goes out to everyone who made this event possible!
October 15-21st was the #nationalfriendsoflibraryweek and it was the perfect time to come together to express our deepest gratitude to the extraordinary individuals who make up the Friends of Webb Shadle Public Library! Your steadfast support & boundless enthusiasm breathe life into the very essence of our library, and for this, we are profoundly thankful. [...]
Get in Your Element this September—sign up for a library card! We're giving away 2 movie tickets for signing up for a library card OR checking out books in September! From borrowing books , ebooks , museum passes to learning new skills , or attending story time , a library card helps you do more [...]
What a fantastic day! We had an amazing time & an amazing turnout! Thank you, God & Horses Blessing Others, for the fantastic memories you helped make with so many in the community.
Welcome to National Library Card Sign-Up Month! Do you know who this is?! You probably do!!! Throughout the month of September, we have a special treat in store for you! Every day, we'll be featuring local teachers & members of our wonderful community proudly displaying their Webb Shadle Library Cards. And that's not all! If [...]
