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Library Closings

The library will be closed Monday, September 2, for Labor Day.

The library will be closed Friday, September 13, for staff training. 

What's Happening

$5-A-Bag Book Sale!


The Friends of the Waterloo Public Library $5-a-Bag Book Sale brings you the best deal in town. If you love books, this sale is for you! We supply the bags; you fill them up!

Members-Only Sale*

Thursday, September 5

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm


* Memberships available at the door.


Public Sale

Saturday, September 7

9:00 am - 2:00 pm


Saturday only, sign up for a NEW membership, and receive a free bag of books!

Cash or Check Only


The basement will be closed the Monday following this sale, so Friends have the opportunity to tidy up.


Plant Swap

September 5 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm | Meeting Room AB


The Plant Swap is back! Whether you're looking to rehome a plant you already have, or you want to adopt a new plant, all are welcome at this program. Participants should bring a pest-free, beautiful plant, or two or three for trade; they can be potted or bare root in a jar or other type of container—as long as you’re prepared to part with them! Indoor and outdoor plants are welcome.


Age group: Adults

Pete-a-Palooza!

September 7 | 10:30 am - 12 pm | Meeting Room AB


There's no party like a Pete the Cat party! Join us for a "purr-fect" morning packed with Pete the Cat-themed games, crafts, and there's even a chance to win a prize! Snacks will be provided.


Age group: Families

Author Seedbed Workshop Series

September


Are you a writer looking to connect with others in the Cedar Valley community? Whether you're just starting out or already writing your own stories, join us for Author's Seedbed sessions at the Waterloo Public Library. It's free!


We’ll meet every second and fourth Tuesday to discuss writing, marketing, and finding readers. Learn from local authors who've been there. Let's support each other on this writing journey! For more information click here.


Craft of Poetry

September 10 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm | Meeting Room AB


Publishing a Chapbook

September 24 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm | Meeting Room AB



Battle of the Books Book Club

September 17 | 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm | Storytime Room


Get ready for Battle of the Books! Join us on the third Tuesday of each month to hang out and chat about selected titles from the 2024-2025 Battle of the Books list. Each session will feature themed art projects, fun activities, and snacks. Even if you're not competing at your school, we’d LOVE to have you join us to talk about some fantastic books! Please email Adria at aebersole@waterloopubliclibrary.org to participate.


We will be discussing A Duet for Home by Karina Yan Glaser.


Age group: Fourth - Sixth Grade

Music Together® at the Waterloo Public Library

September 20 | 10:30 am - 11:15 am | Meeting Room B


Let your child discover their inner music-maker when Music Together® comes to the Waterloo Public Library! Sing, dance, and jam along at this special musical event.


Age group: Families

Dot Day Art Exhibit Grand Opening and Special Storytime

September 21 | 9 am - 12 pm


Make your mark with us for International Dot Day, a global celebration of community and creativity!


Schedule of Events:


  • 9:00 am - 10:00 am: Visit the library for the grand opening of the Dot Art Display, featuring artwork by Waterloo students. Enjoy a donut while supplies last.


  • 10:30 am: Head over to the Waterloo Urban Farmers Market for a special storytime. We’ll be reading “The Dot” by Peter Reynolds in English, español, and français.


Stay and enjoy additional Dot Day activities hosted by the farmers market, and explore other Dot displays around Waterloo!


In case of rain, storytime will be held in Meeting Room AB.


Age group: Families

Recurring Events

First Friday Flick

September 6 | 10 am - 12 pm | Meeting Room AB


Join us the first Friday of the month to catch a new release (or classic film) on the big screen! Popcorn and soda provided free of charge. Sponsored by Friends of the Waterloo Public Library.


This month's title is The Color Purple.


Age group: Adults

Board Game Night!

September 26 | 5 pm - 7:30 pm | Meeting Room AB


In collaboration with Friendly Meeple, the WPL is hosting Board Game Night! We'll be playing games from Friendly Meeple's personal library of 400+ board games, as well as the games in our collection available for checkout. This event is free and open to anyone wanting to get their game on!


Age group: Adults

Book Clubs

The Well Read Club



September 9

Virtual: 6 pm - 7 pm 


If you're looking to broaden your reading horizons, have we got the book club for you! The Well Read Club meets virtually from 6pm-7pm every month to discuss a selected fiction or nonfiction title. We'll read anything and everything!


We will be discussing Hades, Argentina by Daniel Loedel.


To participate, email Nolan at nrochford@waterloopubliclibrary.org at least one day before the event. Virtual meeting details to follow registration.

Teen Manga Club



September 10

4 pm - 5 pm | Teen Department


We're hosting a Manga club for teens! We'll talk about our favorite series, favorite characters, and enjoy some fun treats, including snacks from a monthly Snack Box subscription. Don't see a series in our collection that you think we should have? We'll also talk about making suggestions for what the library should order so others can check them out and enjoy! Whether you're a seasoned reader or new to Manga, we've saved a spot for you!

Altered Reality Book Club


September 26 | 5:30 pm - 7 pm 

Doughy Joey's

300 W 4th St., Waterloo, IA 50701


Love Sci-Fi, Fantasy, or any type of Speculative Fiction? If so, join the Altered Reality Book Club at the WPL! This book club will meet at Doughy Joey's in Waterloo on the fourth Wednesday of each month.


We will be discussing Assassin's Apprentice by Robin Hobb.


To participate, please email Sarah at ssellers@waterloopubliclibrary.org.


Once registered, you'll receive more meeting details. A limited number of copies of each month's selected titles will be available for checkout. You may also download digital copies from Hoopla.com.

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