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September 2016
Story Time
Preschool Storytime for ages 0-4. Join us for thirty minutes of fun, including stories, songs, and dance.
Find out more »October 2016
At Home in the Heartland: Forgotten Stories of How Iowan’s got to be Us
TRACES will bring its mobile exhibit “At Home in the Heartland: Forgotten Stories of How Iowans Got to be ‘Us’” to the Ida Grove Library on Sunday, October 2nd 2016. It is housed in a retrofitted school bus, the “BUS-eum.” TRACES Center for History and Culture doesn’t have all the answers, but it does have many questions needed to help find them. From queries like: Who are “we” as Iowans and as a nation? How’d we get to be the…
Find out more »2016 Pumpkin Parade and Trick or Treating
5:30 -5:45 pm, Meet at Godbersen park for a small costume contest. After the parade a treat bag and glow necklaces will be available to make our kids more visible while out after dark. 5:45 - 6:00 pm, Parade will began at Godbersen park, Children and families will walk West down 2nd street to the end of the block. Then they will cross the street and come back East on the North side of 2nd St to United Bank of…
Find out more »November 2016
Holiday Shopping Event
Join us as we kick off the holiday shopping season in Ida Grove! The following stores will be open for shopping that day: Brenner's Murray Jewelers Village Shoe Selections Old Town Winery Flowers and More Rentals, Treasures and More The local Thrivent office (located in "The Mall") is offering child ID kits as well as child care for shoppers (number of children limited). Santa and Mrs. Claus will also be in town and will be available for pictures in the…
Find out more »December 2016
Holiday Make and Take
Join us at the library for a special make and take craft afternoon where kids can make their own unique gift items for someone special. All supplies are provided.
Find out more »Holiday Movie Afternoon
No school means a fun filled holiday movie afternoon at the library! Movie will start at 1:00pm and light snacks are provided, we hope to see you there!
Find out more »January 2017
Ida Grove Chamber Annual Meeting and Awards Night
Members and non members are invited to join us as we recognize outstanding businesses of 2016 and share our goals and plans for 2017. Come enjoy an evening of networking as well as great information from our speaker on how social media and marketing can help your business grow! Social hour starts at 5:30 followed by dinner and our speaker, Thomas Lashier. Thomas Lashier is an ISU alum who started his own digital marketing business called Freaky Fresh Marketing, specializing…
Find out more »February 2017
Story Time
Preschool Storytime for ages 0-4. Join us for thirty minutes of fun, including stories, songs, and dance.
Find out more »King Theatre Community Input Meeting
The King Theatre Renovation Board, along with architect Daric O'Neal, will present to the community on Tuesday, February 7th from 6 - 8 pm on the progress of the King Theatre Project. Board Chair Doug Clough will discuss progress to date including money raised, grants garnered, and the progress of this 103 year old community landmark. O'Neal will present for community input two interior and exterior designs while Clough and board will finish up with a sustainability model. All community…
Find out more »Early out Wednesday Programs
Join the library and Ida County Conservation Center's Naturalist, Danielle, for a special after school program. Programs run approximately 45 minutes and are open to all kids K-5.
Find out more »March 2017
Special City Council Meeting
Our Ida Grove City Council will hold a special meeting Thursday, March 2nd, at 5:00 pm to discuss the anticipated vacancy of the seat representing Ward I. Jeff Buehler, who currently holds the Ward I spot, is moving outside the city limits. The appointment will run through the end of the 2017 calendar year with this seat up for general election this November.
Find out more »Paws to Read!
Encourage a love of reading - stop by to check out Paws to Read! Paws to Read is a special after school library program welcoming Loger Comfort/Therapy Dogs. Children will have an opportunity to strengthen reading and comprehension skills while reading, or listening, to a story. All are welcome to attend and reading times will be divided to accommodate all children. We hope to see you there!
Find out more »Family Movie Afternoon
No school means a fun filled family movie afternoon at the library! Movie will start at 1:30pm and light snacks are provided, we hope to see you there!
Find out more »April 2017
Local Author Kim Claussen set to visit the library
Local author Kim Claussen is set to visit the library on April 8, 2017 from 10am to 12pm. Join us for a special program on Kim's first book "Till Tomorrow". There will be a short presentation followed by a question and answer session and book signing. Books will be available for sale during the program for $16.05 (including tax). Light refreshments will be served, so make sure to mark your calendars and join us on April 8th!
Find out more »May 2017
Story Time
Preschool Storytime for ages 0-4. Join us for thirty minutes of fun, including stories, songs, and dance.
Find out more »August 2017
Sun-catcher Crafts
Stop by the library from 1pm-2pm to make an eclipse related craft and learn more about eclipses and the sun! To start out the week, we will be making Sun Catchers! All ages are welcome!
Find out more »Solar Art Prints
Stop by the library from 1pm-2pm to make an eclipse related craft and learn more about eclipses and the sun! We will be experimenting with the power of the sun by making Solar Art Prints! All ages are welcome!
Find out more »Eclipse Coloring
Stop by the library today from 1pm-3pm for eclipse coloring! We will have an assortment of coloring pages for all ages!
Find out more »Sundials
Stop by the library from 1pm-2pm to make an eclipse related craft and learn more about eclipses and the sun! Today we will be making Sundials! Make sure to stop by to learn how sundials work and make your own to take home. All ages are welcome!
Find out more »Movie Night
Join us at the Ida Grove Library for a free movie night! In preparation for the 2017 Great American Eclipse on August 21st, the library will be showing the movie Apollo 13 on Thursday, August 17th beginning at 5:30pm. All ages are welcome to attend this special event. Popcorn will be provided, feel free to bring your own non-alcoholic beverages in a sealed container. Note: Movie is rated PG and approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes in length.
Find out more »Children’s Movie Morning & Solar S’mores
Join us at the Ida Grove Library for a free children's movie morning & special solar S'mores making session! In preparation for the 2017 Great American Eclipse on August 21st, the library will be showing the movie E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial on Friday, August 18th beginning at 10:30am. All ages are welcome to attend this special event. Popcorn will be provided during the movie. After the movie, guests are invited to stick around and try their hand at making solar S'mores!…
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Eclipse 2017 Viewing Party
The Ida Grove Library has joined more than 1,000 libraries across the country to participate in the celestial event of the century, the August 21, 2017 Solar Eclipse. During this national event, the shadow of the moon will sweep across the United States in a narrow band from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic Ocean in a spectacle that hasn't occurred in decades. In fact, the last total solar eclipse for the United States was nearly 40 years ago. The…
Find out more »Doggie Dip
4th Annual Doggie Dip Ida Grove Outdoor Pool Dogs must be current on ALL vaccinations and registered for this event. Registration forms are available at the outdoor pool & the IGRC and will also be available the day of the event. Contact Chelsea at the IGRC (364-3716) or Whitney at the Pool (364-2921) for more information. Dogs of all sizes and ages are welcome! The general public is also welcome.
Find out more »September 2017
Annual Community Barbecue
The Ida Grove Fire Department will be hosting their Annual Community Barbecue Fundraiser on Monday, September 11, 2017 from 4:30 - 7:00 p.m. A meal including burgers, beans, chips and drink will be available for a free will donation, as well as free truck rides for the children and a jaws of life demonstration at 5:30 and 6:30. Come out and support your local Fire Department!
Find out more »STEM Station
Ever wonder what an engineer is, or how mechanics work? Today's the day to learn about engineering and test out a few concepts for yourself while building your very own catapult!
Find out more »October 2017
Thanksgiving Holiday
City Hall will be closed Thursday, November 23rd, for the Thanksgiving Holiday.
Find out more »Steering Committee Meeting for the City of Ida Grove Comprehensive Plan
The City of Ida Grove will be holding a Steering Committee meeting for the City's Comprehensive Plan with assistance from Siouxland Interstate Metropolitan Planning Council (SIMPCO). The meeting will be held on Monday October 2nd at 5pm in the City Council Chambers. The purpose of the Comprehensive Plan is to provide a current inventory of community resources and issues, and a thoughtful statement of the community’s vision and goals for the future. The Comprehensive Plan document provides legal justification for community…
Find out more »Paws to Read!
Encourage a love of reading - stop by to check out Paws to Read! Paws to Read is a special after school library program welcoming Loger Comfort/Therapy Dogs. Children will have an opportunity to strengthen reading and comprehension skills while reading, or listening, to a story. All are welcome to attend and reading times will be divided to accommodate all children. We hope to see you there!
Find out more »Engineering Firm Meeting
The City of Ida Grove is interviewing engineering firms to represent the city on large public works projects. The interviews for the firms will run from 11:00 am to 11:45am on Wednesday October 11, 2017 at the City Council Chambers in City Hall, 403 3rd Street. Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting and listen to the three firms give their presentations.
Find out more »No School Movie Afternoon
No school? No problem! Join us at the library for a free family movie afternoon! Each movie showing will feature a newer release children's movie, usually rated PG. Popcorn or small snack is provided.
Find out more »Pumpkin Parade & Trick or Treating
Bring your families and meet at Godbersen park at 5:30 PM for a small costume contest and parade. After the parade a treat bag filled with goodies from Ida Grove businesses and glow necklaces will be available to make our kids more visible while out after dark. Trick or treating will begin following the parade and last until 8:00 PM. If you will be handing out candy from your home please remember to turn on an outdoor light
Find out more »November 2017
Regular City Election Day
Polls open at noon on Tuesday, November 7, 2017 until 8 p.m. for Regular City Election. Positions up for election are: Mayor, At Large, Ward I, Ward II.
Find out more »Veterans Day
City Hall will be closed on Friday November 10th, in observance of Veterans Day.
Find out more »Vision Session for the City’s Comprehensive Plan
A Public Meeting Vision Session will be held Wednesday November 15th from 7pm to 9pm at the Ida Grove Recreation Center. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend! The 2017-2018 Comprehensive Plan of the City of Ida Grove is intended to serve as an advisory document that outlines the city's vision. The purpose of this comprehensive plan is to provide a current inventory of community resources and a thoughtful statement of the community's vision and goals for the future. This…
Find out more »STEM Station – Hour of Code
Interested in learning how your favorite video games work? Stop in for this special Hour of Code...we'll be making our own games while learning the secrets behind coding!
Find out more »Turkey Trot
6th Annual Fun Run/Walk Prediction "Race" Thanksgiving Morning 8:30 AM (registration begins at 7:45 AM) The fun/walk will be held on the Pleasant Valley Trail (in town only), starting and ending at the Rec Center. The winner of the fastest time and the winner of the closest prediction will each receive a dozen decorated Thanksgiving cookies. $5 of each registration will be donated to the Ida County Food Pantry and $5 will go to the Rec Center.
Find out more »December 2017
Ida Grove Source Water Community Kick-Off
Conservation Districts of Iowa has partnered with the DNR to provide communities access to a Source Water Community Facilitator. Bridget Durst servers Northwest Iowa to provide support during the Source Water Protection Planning process. Her mission is to help develop awareness surrounding Source Water and the role community members play in the care of this natural resource. We invite all citizens, city officials, business partners, landowners, agricultural producers, and other stakeholders to join us in our Source Water Protection Planning…
Find out more »February 2018
Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee Meeting
The Ida Grove Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee will be meeting on Tuesday February 20th at 5pm in the City Council Chambers. Nicole Peterson from SIMPCO will be presenting research and information regarding the survey completed by participants. Everyone is welcome to attend to give their thoughts and ideas for the bright future for Ida Grove! If anyone has any questions, please contact City Hall at 364-2428.
Find out more »March 2018
Source Water Protection Plan Meeting
Source Water Protection People in Iowa drink water from groundwater, lakes, and rivers. The source water protection plan will work with communities and farmers to protect the sources of drinking water. If you would like to help and be a part of something very important to all Iowans, especially those in and around Ida Grove, please attend the next meeting. The next source water protection plan meeting will be held on Tuesday March 13th at 6pm at the Ida Grove…
Find out more »April 2018
Ida Grove Comprehensive Plan Presentation
Ida Grove is updating the City's Comprehensive Plan. Please come review the draft comprehensive plan! Topics Include: Housing, Economic Development, Transportation, Parks, Community Facilities and Services. The Comprehensive Plan Review is scheduled for April 23, 2018 at 5:00pm at the Rec Center. All are welcome to attend! For more information contact: Marc Dennison at [email protected] and Nicole Peterson at [email protected]
Find out more »City of Ida Grove Comprehensive Plan Presentation
Please join us to review the City of Ida Grove's updated Comprehensive Plan!
Find out more »May 2018
Monday Movie Matinee
Stop by the library for a little afternoon entertainment. Now showing newer release movies for our adult patrons! Feel free to bring your own non-alcoholic beverages and snacks.
Find out more »June 2018
Libraries Rock…Books to Movies!
2018 Libraries Rock adult summer library program presents the "Books to Movies" series! Stop by to check out the book, and then come in to watch the film to see how the two compare. This week's movie showing is "Wonder", based on the book "Wonder" by R.J. Palacio.
Find out more »2018 Libraries Rock…Movies
Join us at the library for a fun filled Friday Morning! Each Friday in June and July, we will be hosting a movie morning, showing a great family friendly movie. Make sure to pick up your summer schedule to see what we'll be showing! The Ida Grove Summer Library Program is sponsored in part by generous donations from the following Ida Grove Businesses: North Star Community Credit Union, First State Bank, American Legion McNamara-Moore Post 61, American Legion Auxiliary, GOMACO…
Find out more »Libraries Rock…Books to Movies!
2018 Libraries Rock adult summer library program presents the "Books to Movies" series! Stop by to check out the book, and then come in to watch the film to see how the two compare. This week's movie showing is "In the Heart of the Sea", based on the book "In the Heart of the Sea: The Tragedy of the Whale-ship Essex" by Nathaniel Philbrick.
Find out more »2018 Libraries Rock…Fonziba Drums!
Join Fonsiba to learn about African drumming and culture. In 2003, Fonsiba spent six weeks living with the Dembele family, whose traditional drummers go back thirty generations. She apprenticed with the family elder, Dramane Dembele, and performed with his drum troupe at several African weddings. During the program, Fonsiba invites everyone to play one of her thirty, hand-carved, jembe drums from the Ivory Coast and experience first-hand what it is like to be in a West African drum band.…
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