Jefferson Iowa Public Library

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Jefferson Iowa Public Library The Jefferson Public Library serves the community of Jefferson and the surrounding areas of Greene County, Iowa.

Library Mission Statement: The Jefferson Public Library is the life-long learning center of our community and the place people turn to for the discovery of ideas, the joy of reading, the exercise of imagination, and the power of information.

It's almost time for our Halloween Storytime at Ope & Fable!Join us for songs, stories, and shopping. Greene Bean-sponso...
10/17/2026

It's almost time for our Halloween Storytime at Ope & Fable!

Join us for songs, stories, and shopping. Greene Bean-sponsored coffee will be available for attending parents and caregivers! This program is for children ages 0 - 6 and their families. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Spend tomorrow enjoying a day on the town: make a stop at Buskerfest then head down the street to us for our next Author...
10/16/2026

Spend tomorrow enjoying a day on the town: make a stop at Buskerfest then head down the street to us for our next Author Talk!

Listen to local author Pamela Davis discuss her books, "Where Shadows Meet Sunlight" and "Set Sail on a Dream".

Stay afterwards for a question-and-answer segment with Pam. Refreshments will be served!

Bring a blanket, a snack, and a friend for courage! It's spooky season and we're watching a scary movie. Which one? You ...
10/16/2026

Bring a blanket, a snack, and a friend for courage! It's spooky season and we're watching a scary movie. Which one? You decide! Vote for your choice here: https://forms.gle/TBJFdgGcrYyvhUEi8

This event is a part of our "Teen Time" series, featuring exciting and mostly screen-free activities for teens ages 13 - 18! Registration is not required: just show up and have fun.

Today is our Slime Time program for age 7 - 12!Join us in the library basement for 4 - 5:30 PM to enjoy an ooey, gooey, ...
10/13/2026

Today is our Slime Time program for age 7 - 12!

Join us in the library basement for 4 - 5:30 PM to enjoy an ooey, gooey, science-y event with three different slime stations. Make sure you wear clothes that you don't mind getting slimed!

Are you interested in writing but uncertain about where to begin or what topics to explore? The Ink Society is a writing...
10/12/2026

Are you interested in writing but uncertain about where to begin or what topics to explore?

The Ink Society is a writing group that meets twice a month at the library, offering a supportive space to write your stories.

If you prefer to write independently, we will share a weekly writing prompt every Monday to inspire your creativity. Have fun writing!

Iowa’s history is filled with remarkable, eccentric, heroic, and sometimes infamous individuals whose stories have large...
10/12/2026

Iowa’s history is filled with remarkable, eccentric, heroic, and sometimes infamous individuals whose stories have largely been forgotten.

Join us and Iowa historical fiction author Ann Hanigan Kotz on Saturday, October 22, as she uncovers these fascinating tales and brings Iowa’s past to life through engaging storytelling and research!

Audience members will also have the opportunity to test their knowledge in an Iowa trivia challenge and perhaps walk away with a prize for their expertise.

Spend Saturday, October 17, enjoying everything that Jefferson has to offer: make a stop at Buskerfest then head on down...
10/10/2026

Spend Saturday, October 17, enjoying everything that Jefferson has to offer: make a stop at Buskerfest then head on down the street to us for our next Author Talk!

Listen to local author Pamela Davis discuss her books, "Where Shadows Meet Sunlight" and "Set Sail on a Dream"!

Stay afterwards for a question-and-answer segment with Pam. Refreshments will be served!

Monday, October 12 will be our monthly Board of Trustees meeting at 6:30 PM. Please note that the library will be closed...
10/09/2026

Monday, October 12 will be our monthly Board of Trustees meeting at 6:30 PM. Please note that the library will be closed during normal hours of operation in observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day and Columbus Day.

The agenda and minutes for this meeting can be found on our website: https://www.jefferson.lib.ia.us/about/library-board

The library will be closed on October 13 in observance of Indigenous People's Day and Columbus Day.Can't make it in befo...
10/08/2026

The library will be closed on October 13 in observance of Indigenous People's Day and Columbus Day.

Can't make it in before we close? Our digital collection with Hoopla, Libby, and TumbleBooks is always open! Visit our Digital Resources section to access these services at: www.jefferson.lib.ia.us/departments/electronic-resources

Come on over on Friday, October 23 for Java & Juice with Jefferson Matters!This time around, it's all about our Friends ...
10/08/2026

Come on over on Friday, October 23 for Java & Juice with Jefferson Matters!

This time around, it's all about our Friends of the Library organization. Enjoy coffee and conversation while learning more about the important role that they play in supporting our library. Can't wait to see you there ☕

Address

200 W Lincolnway Street
Jefferson, IA
50129

Opening Hours

Monday 1pm - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 1pm - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 1pm - 5:30pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+15153862835

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