Wednesday, September 1, 10:00-Noon A.M.

Coffee Wednesday's

Come in for some Mommy time now that the kids are back in school!

Wednesday, September 1, 3:30 P.M.

Craft is cool!

Join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month for a craft after school. All ages welcome. All supplies provided.

Thursday, September 2, 10:30 A.M.

Tummy Time

Enjoy this 20-minute program in which adult and baby will bond using songs and rhymes. Age: 4-18 months. Older siblings are also welcome to come. Do expect a lot of repetition for this storytime.

Thursday, September 2, 6:00-8:00 P.M.

Sit N Stitch

Bring your needlework and join us for the evening!

Monday, September 6,

Closed for the holiday

The library is closed today—enjoy your Labor Day holiday.

Tuesday, September 7, 10:30 A.M.

Storytime on Tuesday

Ages 2 and older join us for 20 minutes of fun! This is a perfect storytime for those curious minds as we explore shapes, sounds, and colors.

Tuesday, September 7, 2:00-5:00 P.M.

Kickback Relax

Grades 4 and up join us for Wii and craft after school. Snack provided. Come and go as you need.

Wednesday, September 8, 10:00-Noon A.M.

Coffee Wednesday's

Come in for some Mommy time now that the kids are back in school!

Wednesday, September 8, 6:00-8:00 P.M.

Learn to Knit

September 8—October 13

Beginners learn to knit a wool scarf! $25 includes all supplies. (Payable at first class). Pre-registration required. All knitters welcome.

Thursday, September 9, 10:30 A.M.

Tummy Time

Enjoy this 20-minute program in which adult and baby will bond using songs and rhymes. Age: 4-18 months. Older siblings are also welcome to come. Do expect a lot of repetition for this storytime.

Thursday, September 9, 6:00-8:00 P.M.

Sit N Stitch

Bring your needlework and join us for the evening!

Thursday, September 9, 6:30 P.M.

Author Visit-Dorothy Mathis

Dorothy Mathis is an author; speaker and facilitator helping people learn to choose joyful aging. Regardless of your situation in life Dorothy invites you to revel in the possibilities presented in her upcoming book Joy of Aging, a Blessing in Disguise.

Friday, September 10, 10:30 A.M.

Kindermusik-a music and movement program

You and your child will play, listen, and dance to musical activities specifically designed to stimulate early childhood development and strengthen neural pathways in your child's mind.

We're planning a new curriculum this fall, Family Time, accommodating families with kids from birth to 7 years. This 10-week class costs $120 for the entire family and it's a tax-deductible donation to the library. Check out this class at the free demo class on Friday, August 20th.

Learn more and register for Kindermusik

Saturday, September 11, 9:00 A.M.

Saturday Book Club

Patron Saint of Liars by Ann Patchett

Sadness, passion, faith, and laughter fill a home for unwed mothers. Set at St. Elizabeth's in Habit, Kentucky, this is the story of Rose, an obstinate, complex young woman fleeing her first marriage who seeks temporary sanctuary but instead finds a permanent place among the nuns when she decides to keep her child and marry the groundskeeper.

Monday, September 13, 4:00-8:00 P.M.

Crop Club Junkies

2nd and 4th Monday of the Month

Ran out of space? Poor lighting? Kids won't leave you alone? Join us for open scrapbooking. Watch for demonstrations on Cricut, die cut embellishing, using fonts, how to use accents and lots more paper crafting.

Tuesday, September 14, 10:30 A.M.

Storytime on Tuesday

Ages 2 and older join us for 20 minutes of fun! This is a perfect storytime for those curious minds as we explore shapes, sounds, and colors.

Tuesday, September 14, 2:00-5:00 P.M.

Kickback Relax

Grades 4 and up join us for Wii and craft after school. Snack provided. Come and go as you need.

Tuesday, September 14, 7:00 P.M.

Library Board Meeting

Meetings are open to the public. The library board agendas and minutes are available on the web site.

Wednesday, September 15, 10:00-Noon A.M.

Coffee Wednesday's

Come in for some Mommy time now that the kids are back in school!

Wednesday, September 15, 3:30 P.M.

Craft is cool!

Join us on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month for a craft after school. All ages welcome. All supplies provided.

Thursday, September 16, 10:30 A.M.

Tummy Time

Enjoy this 20-minute program in which adult and baby will bond using songs and rhymes. Age: 4-18 months. Older siblings are also welcome to come. Do expect a lot of repetition for this storytime.

Thursday, September 16, 6:00-8:00 P.M.

Sit N Stitch

Bring your needlework and join us for the evening!

Monday, September  20, 7:00 P.M.

Monday Night Book Club

Rebecca's Tale by Sally Beauman

On the twentieth anniversary of the death of Rebecca, family friend Colonel Julyan receives an anonymous parcel in the post.

Tuesday, September 21, 10:30 A.M.

Storytime on Tuesday

Ages 2 and older join us for 20 minutes of fun! This is a perfect storytime for those curious minds as we explore shapes, sounds, and colors.

Tuesday, September 21, 2:00-5:00 P.M.

Kickback Relax

Grades 4 and up join us for Wii and craft after school. Snack provided. Come and go as you need.

Tuesday, September 21, 6:00-6:45 P.M.

Teen Advisory Group

Grades 6 and up-meeting every 3rd Tuesday of the month

Are you interested in making the library a better place for teens? Then the TAG is for you! By becoming a member of TAG you can take a leadership role in your community, give input in teen activities at the Library, and help develop the collection of teen and young adult materials. TAG members also host fundraisers for the Library, participate in community activities, and help with Children's programs and more.

Tuesday, September 21, 6:00-7:00 P.M.

Learn to play the acoustic guitar!

4 week Beginners group lessons start Tuesday September 21st

Must be 17 or older. Must have own acoustic guitar. Class size will be limited. Pre Registration required. There will be a $10 per class fee (payable at class). Contact Pam, at the library, to register.

Wednesday, September 22, 10:00-Noon A.M.

Coffee Wednesday's

Come in for some Mommy time now that the kids are back in school!

Wednesday, September 22, 6:30 P.M.

Friends of the Library Meeting

Want to support the library? Join the friends. It is a low commitment volunteer opportunity for you and your whole family. New members are always welcome. Membership fees are $25 per year. Child care will be provided for this evening.

Thursday, September 23, 10:30 A.M.

Tummy Time

Enjoy this 20-minute program in which adult and baby will bond using songs and rhymes. Age: 4-18 months. Older siblings are also welcome to come. Do expect a lot of repetition for this storytime.

Thursday, September 23, 6:00-8:00 P.M.

Sit N Stitch

Bring your needlework and join us for the evening!

Monday, September 27, 4:00-8:00 P.M.

Crop Club Junkies

2nd and 4th Monday of the Month

Ran out of space? Poor lighting? Kids won't leave you alone? Join us for open scrapbooking. Watch for demonstrations on Cricut, die cut embellishing, using fonts, how to use accents and lots more paper crafting.

Tuesday, September 28, 10:30 A.M.

Storytime on Tuesday

Ages 2 and older join us for 20 minutes of fun! This is a perfect storytime for those curious minds as we explore shapes, sounds, and colors.

Tuesday, September 28, 2:00-5:00 P.M.

Kickback Relax

Grades 4 and up join us for Wii and craft after school. Snack provided. Come and go as you need.

Wednesday, September 29, 10:00-Noon A.M.

Coffee Wednesday's

Come in for some Mommy time now that the kids are back in school!

Thursday, September 30, 10:30 A.M.

Tummy Time

Enjoy this 20-minute program in which adult and baby will bond using songs and rhymes. Age: 4-18 months. Older siblings are also welcome to come. Do expect a lot of repetition for this storytime.

Thursday, September 30, 6:00-8:00 P.M.

Sit N Stitch

Bring your needlework and join us for the evening!

Saturday, October 9, 9:00 A.M.

Saturday Book Club

Driftless by David Rhodes

This is an ALL IOWA READS selection. Unforgettable story of contemporary life in rural America.

Tuesday, October 12, 7:00 P.M.

Library Board Meeting

Meetings are open to the public. The library board agendas and minutes are available on the web site.

Monday, October  18, 7:00 P.M.

Monday Night Book Club

Twelve Ordinary Men by John MacArthur

Common Men, uncommon calling…

Tuesday, October 19, 6:00-6:45 P.M.

Teen Advisory Group

Grades 6 and up-meeting every 3rd Tuesday of the month

Are you interested in making the library a better place for teens? Then the TAG is for you! By becoming a member of TAG you can take a leadership role in your community, give input in teen activities at the Library, and help develop the collection of teen and young adult materials. TAG members also host fundraisers for the Library, participate in community activities, and help with Children's programs and more.

Tuesday, October 19, 6:00-7:00 P.M.

Learn to play the acoustic guitar!

4 week Beginners PLUS group lessons start Tuesday October 19th

Must be 17 or older. Must have own acoustic guitar. Class size will be limited. Pre Registration required. There will be a $10 per class fee (payable at class). Contact Pam, at the library, to register.

Tuesday, November 9, 7:00 P.M.

Library Board Meeting

Meetings are open to the public. The library board agendas and minutes are available on the web site.

Saturday, November 13, 9:00 A.M.

Saturday Book Club

Shelter Me by Juliette Fay

A widow and mother of two is surprised by a gift her husband planned for her.

Monday, November  15, 7:00 P.M.

Monday Night Book Club

Join us for snacks and picking next year's books.

Tuesday, November 16, 6:00-6:45 P.M.

Teen Advisory Group

Grades 6 and up-meeting every 3rd Tuesday of the month

Are you interested in making the library a better place for teens? Then the TAG is for you! By becoming a member of TAG you can take a leadership role in your community, give input in teen activities at the Library, and help develop the collection of teen and young adult materials. TAG members also host fundraisers for the Library, participate in community activities, and help with Children's programs and more.

Thursday & Friday, November  18 & 19,

Jewelry & Rock Sale-Thursday & Friday

Unique Gifts from The Earth This Holiday Season

Members of the Central Iowa Mineral Society will offer treasures from the earth for that special someone this season. One of a kind handcrafted jewelry, gems, minerals, and fossils from will be on sale November 18th and 19th at the Polk City Library. This is the second annual jewelry and rock sale sponsored by the Polk City Library and Central Iowa Mineral Society. Last year necklaces, rings, pendants, wind chimes, fossils on a stick, minerals and Iowa rocks were for sale. Portions of the sale go to buy books for the library.

Tuesday, December 21, 6:00-6:45 P.M.

Teen Advisory Group

Grades 6 and up-meeting every 3rd Tuesday of the month

Are you interested in making the library a better place for teens? Then the TAG is for you! By becoming a member of TAG you can take a leadership role in your community, give input in teen activities at the Library, and help develop the collection of teen and young adult materials. TAG members also host fundraisers for the Library, participate in community activities, and help with Children's programs and more.