At the Emmetsburg Public Library, the Pre-School-Adult Summer Reading Sign up Begins on June 1st! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Time for summer reading! Preschoolers through adults will be allowed to sign up starting on June 1. Call the front desk at 712-852-4009 for more information on any of our Summer Reading […]
Summer Reading Kickoff—Hungrytown Folk Concert: Start summer right with a concert by folk duo Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson. They have been touring for more than 15 years and have been featured on shows like Portlandia and The Daily Show. Come and bring a friend!
The Emmetsburg Municipal Band will play weekly concerts for the summer season every Thursday at Soper Bark beginning at 7:00pm.
The CDA’s Almost Summer Rummage Sale will be held Friday, June 3 from 3:00P-7:00P and Saturday, June 4 from 8:00A until Noon. This will be held at the Holy Family Parish Center, 2003 Broadway. Lots of great stuff. Freewill donation.
Preschool Summer Reading CAASA Program: This program will be led by a CAASA advocate to raise awareness on abuse prevention and education. Participants will take part in an age-appropriate discussion based on what abuse is and how to report if they or someone they know is being abused. CAASA programs will feature prizes, special arts […]
Tween Movie Day! Take a break from the summer heat and join us at the library for a summer movie. Attendance at this program will count towards summer reading goals. Refreshments will be served. For ages 10 and up.
Origami Making: Bring your best folding skills for this program! Participants will receive origami paper to make their own origami creations! Never done origami before? That’s okay! A librarian will be there to teach the basics and will bring patterns to practice with. Paper and supplies will be provided. For ages 10 and up. Attendance […]
Chamber Coffee will be hosted by the Palo Alto Garden Club at the Victorian on Main.
The Emmetsburg Main Street Community Theatre presents Disney Frozen Kids at the Dinges VanOosbree Performance Arts Center, 2206 19th Street. General admission is $5 and the box office opens 1 hour prior to curtain. Performances are Fridays, June 3 & 10 at 7:00pm and Saturday and Sundays, June 4 , 5, 11, & 12 @ […]
Gaming after Hours: Come learn to play one of the designer board games from the library’s collection. Newbies and advanced players are welcome. Refreshments will be provided. For teens and adults. Attendance at this program counts towards Summer Reading goals!!
Emmetsburg Catholic School Irish Open Golf Outing is a 9-hole, 4-person Best Ball outing at Five Island Golf. Shotgun start at 1:00. Food will be served after golf outing. Register at The Shores or contact Lisa Oberg at 712-298-0532.
The Emmetsburg Main Street Community Theatre presents Disney Frozen Kids at the Dinges VanOosbree Performance Arts Center, 2206 19th Street. General admission is $5 and the box office opens 1 hour prior to curtain. Performances are Fridays, June 3 & 10 at 7:00pm and Saturday and Sundays, June 4 , 5, 11, & 12 @ […]
Preschool Storytime: Come join our children’s librarian for storytime and a craft! Attendance at this program counts towards Summer Reading goals!!
Elementary CAASA Program: This program will be led by a CAASA advocate to raise awareness on abuse prevention and education. Participants will take part in an age-appropriate discussion based on what abuse is and how to report if they or someone they know is being abused. CAASA programs will feature prizes, special arts and crafts […]
Minute to Win It: Come compete against your friends in these minute long challenges. The overall winner for the day will receive a special prize. Participants will receive points towards their Summer Reading goals. For ages 8 and up.
Emmetsburg Chamber of Commerce Live After Six on the veranda at the Shores of Five Island featuring the “One Layne Band” sponsored by Palo Alto County Health System (PACHS) and The Shores at Five Island. Come by car or come by boat! Bring your lawn chairs and enjoy the music and Five Island Lake from […]
Preschool-4th Grade Movie Day: Bring a pillow and a blanket and watch one of the library’s favorite movies. Refreshments will be provided! Please call ahead for title information. Attendance at this program counts towards Summer Reading goals!!
After Hours Board Games: Come learn to play one of the designer board games from the library’s collection. Newbies and advanced players are welcome. Refreshments will be provided. For teens and adults. Attendance at this program counts towards Summer Reading goals!!
Adult/Parent NAMI Ending the Silence Program: NAMI Ending the Silence is an engaging presentation that helps audience members learn about the warning signs of mental health conditions and what steps to take if you or a loved one are showing symptoms of a mental health condition. Attendance at this program counts towards Summer Reading goals!!
Preschool Storytime: Come join our children’s librarian for storytime and a craft! This week’s storytime will include a special visitor from the Palo Alto County Nature Center!! Attendance at this program counts towards Summer Reading goals!!
Join us at the Emmetsburg Public Library for a morning story as well as songs and a fun craft on Mondays from 10:30-11:00 AM.
Middle School CAASA Program: This program will be led by a CAASA advocate to raise awareness on abuse prevention and education. Participants will take part in an age-appropriate discussion based on what abuse is and how to report if they or someone they know is being abused. CAASA programs will feature prizes, special arts and […]
Blind Taste Test- Come taste some well-known, and maybe not so well-known foods. We’ll compare generic to name brand and see which is the most popular. Please sign up for this program by calling the front desk and alert the librarian to any potential allergens. Attendance at this program counts towards Summer Reading goals!! Ages […]
Make your own friendship pencils- make a special pencil for your best friend for the upcoming school year. This craft will include a variety of paints, string, and other materials to make a special pencil for your bestie. Bring your friend and exchange at the event! Attendance at this program counts towards Summer Reading goals!! […]
Monumental Vacation Bible School at Emmetsburg First United Methodist Church. Register at the UMC Church or online at www.emmetsburgumc.com. The VBS Program and summer picnic will be held on Sunday, June 26 with program at 10:00A and picnic to follow at the Family Life Center.
Pokemon Training Camp- Join us for another monthly installment of our most popular trading card program. Come train with a Pokemon master to learn how to play the popular trading card game! Attendance at this program counts towards Summer Reading goals!! Please sign up in advance. Ages 8 and up.
VBS program at United Methodist Church with summer picnic to follow at the Family Life Center.
Join us at the Emmetsburg Public Library for a morning story as well as songs and a fun craft on Mondays from 10:30-11:00 AM. This week’s storytime will include a special visitor from the Palo Alto County Nature Center!! Attendance at this program counts towards Summer Reading goals!!
High School CAASA Program: This program will be led by a CAASA advocate to raise awareness on abuse prevention and education. Participants will take part in an age-appropriate discussion based on what abuse is and how to report if they or someone they know is being abused. CAASA programs will feature prizes, special arts and […]
On Tuesday May 31, the Emmetsburg Municipal Band will begin practices and concerts for the summer season. Practice is at EHS Band room on Tuesdays and the Concerts are on the following Thursday at Soper Park. Starting times for both practice and concerts is 7 pm.
Arm Knitting: Come learn how to arm knit. There are so many fun accessories and pieces that you can make with only your arms and some yarn! Time depending, Finger knitting and floor knitting may also be taught! For ages 10 and up. Please sign up in advance. Attendance at this program counts towards Summer […]
3 Person Best Ball - Glow Ball Tournament Call Dockside Lounge at 712-852-3422 for details and to register.
Bring a pillow and a blanket and watch one of the library’s favorite movies. Refreshments will be provided! Please call ahead for title information. Attendance at this program counts towards Summer Reading goals!!
Come learn to play one of the designer board games from the library’s collection. Newbies and advanced players are welcome. Refreshments will be provided. For teens and adults. Attendance at this program counts towards Summer Reading goals!
2021 Main Street
PO Box 417
Emmetsburg, IA 50536
712-852-4030
