With the colder temperatures approaching, please note the following closures for City amenities.
City Park: Restrooms are closed.
Kiwanis Ballfields: Restrooms and drinking fountains are closed.
Public Works will reopen these in the spring of 2025.
On Monday, October 28, 2024, the IA DOT will be closing a portion of the outside lane at the intersection of Hwy 175 and Forrest Avenue. Please use caution in this area.
PAPER COPIES ARE AVAILABLE AT CITY HALL.
Greetings from the Ida Grove Library! As we quickly approach the end of 2024, we’re excited to share some upcoming events and updates.
Although it may seem early to think about year-end festivities, we’re eagerly preparing! Our annual Holiday Raffle kicks off on November 11th, with all proceeds supporting essential technology updates at the library. This includes enhanced wiring for internet access, computer upgrades, along with new hardware, ensuring our community has access to valuable online resources and services.
If you’d like to contribute items for the raffle, please drop them off at the library. Raffle tickets will be available starting November 11th for $1 each or 6 for $5. Raffle winners will be drawn on December 16th. The community support we’ve received for our Holiday Open House and raffle has made a tremendous difference over the years, allowing us to enhance our facilities and programs.
Mark your calendars for the Holiday Open House on December 7, 2024, from 10 AM to 12 PM. The Library Board of Trustees and staff will serve refreshments, and Santa will make a special visit for the kids! Don’t miss our bake and book sale, and be sure to check out the fantastic raffle items on display. If you’re a talented baker, we would love your contributions for the bake sale! Donations can be brought in on Friday, December 6th, or Saturday morning, December 7th.
And, don’t forget about our regular programs! Here’s a quick rundown of what’s on our calendar for the remainder of the year:
October 25: No School Movie Day with Snacks @ 1 PM
Enjoy a family-friendly movie and some tasty treats!
November 1: Preschool Storytime @ 10:30 AM
Join us for delightful stories and crafts for our youngest readers.
November 6: After School STEM @ 1:30 PM
Learn about electricity and magnetism by building your own electromagnet crane!
November 11: Holiday Raffle Begins
Don’t miss your chance to win some fantastic prizes while supporting the library!
November 15: Preschool Storytime @ 10:30 AM
Another chance for little ones to enjoy stories and crafts.
November 16: Makers & Mocktails @ 10:30 AM – 12 PM
Get creative with fun crafts and refreshments!
November 20: After School STEM @ 1:30 PM
Explore air pressure and shoot for the moon as you engineer a straw rocket and launchpad!
November 27: No School Movie Day with Snacks @ 1 PM
Another fun-filled movie day to kick off the holiday season!
December 6: Preschool Storytime @ 10:30 AM
More storytelling fun for our preschoolers!
December 7: Holiday Open House, Bake & Book Sale from 10 AM – 12 PM
Enjoy refreshments, a visit with Santa, and browse our bake and book sale!
For any questions, please contact library staff at 712-364-2306. We look forward to seeing you at your library soon!
