Join us in an online conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.

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Special preview of the Friends' Fall Book Sale for Friends members.  Non-members are welcome to attend for a $5.00 admission fee.

Friends Spring Book Sale

Friends Spring Book Sale

Friends Spring Book Sale

Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehran. 

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Friends Spring Book Sale - Anything that fits into a grocery-sized bag only $3.00!

Friends Spring Book Sale - Anything that fits into a grocery-sized bag only $1.00!

Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr.

Join us for a book talk with Kevin Mason as he discusses his new book, Retracing the Dragoon Trail in Iowa - Environmental Transformation along the Des Moines River on Tuesday, May 12th at 6:00 p.m.

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What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible…was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling author Nir Eyal in his new work, Beyond Belief. 

Travel writer Bill Clevlen will be at the Fort Dodge Public Library on Thursday, May 21st at Noon to discuss his new book called PRESIDENTIAL ROAD TRIPS. 

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Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more!

Hold onto your heart-patterned boxers!