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Think you've got what it takes to be Ida’s Bags Think you've got what it takes to be Ida’s Bags Champion? 
Bring your A-game to our Summer Bags Tournament! Whether you’re a bags pro or a beginner, get in your team of two for a chance to win ultimate bragging rights and prizes! Grab your partner, claim your spot, and get ready for a day of fun competition under the summer sun! 
This program is 16+, Registration is required. Register now on our website or through this link - https://forms.gle/Z7rge4AtJYPmWna77
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We are hiring two circulations clerks for the libr We are hiring two circulations clerks for the library!  Will work in both the adult and children's sections.  Shift will either be M/W/SA or T/Th/SA.  Hours will be 2-8 during the week days and 10-5 on Saturdays.  Must be able to work those hours.  Customer service skills needed.  Library expereince not needed but preferred.
Drop in on Friday, July 11th , at 11:00AM for Free Drop in on Friday, July 11th , at 11:00AM for Free Build Friday! 
Build what your heart desires, No registration required.
Happy Independenca Day! Ida Public Library may be Happy Independenca Day!  Ida Public Library may be ckosed, but you can still find great books to read with your current library card with our Libby and Hoopla digital libraries!  Check out these Lucky Day books from Libby that are avaialble now with no waiting.  Just go to our Ida Public LIbrary page, choose your digital library, enter your card nunber, and start reading!  https://idapubliclibrary.org/ebooks/
Here at Ida we have wild hair and wild stories! 🎸Happy #bookfacefriday but on a Thursday for the holiday weekend. Stay safe!
Here We Go Again, Come relax for Teen Movie Nights Here We Go Again, Come relax for Teen Movie Nights!🎞️
A Movie, Snacks, Activities, and Everything you could need for a summer night with your friends. On Thursday, July 10th, at 6:00PM. No registration required.
Level up your exotic animal knowledge with live an Level up your exotic animal knowledge with live animals from the company Incredible Bats, featuring Rico the Two-Toed Sloth! You won’t want to miss this fun, interactive animal adventure. 🦥
Registration is required. Space is limited and filling fast! Register now on our website or through this link - https://forms.gle/MGF3FvBb8vQ8c9CS6
Get ready to up your houseplant game with Housepla Get ready to up your houseplant game with Houseplant BINGO where the prizes are houseplant cuttings! 🪴
Adults only. Registration is required. Space is Limited. Preference will be given to adult Ida Public Library cardholders. Register now on our website or through this link - https://forms.gle/QSAYbgjsnFG17rJ69
Join Ida’s Builders Club where you can show off Join Ida’s Builders Club where you can show off your creativity by building with LEGOs! This Months challenge is Bridge the Bricks! 🌉
Registration Required. Space is Limited. Register on our website or through this link -https://forms.gle/N2KdY7FqbNFwS3a27
It's been a long weekend, but don't miss everythin It's been a long weekend, but don't miss everything going on This Week at Ida!
Ida Public Library will be closed on Friday, july Ida Public Library will be closed on Friday, july 4th! 🎆
We will reopen on Saturday, july 5th, from 10:00AM - 5:00PM. As always our outdoor dropbox will be available for any returns you may have.
Libraries: where heroes are born… and villains c Libraries: where heroes are born… and villains check out books on evil startups. 
Happy #bookfacefriday!
Get ready to bump, set, and spike under the sun! 🏐
Join us for a volleyball event made just for teens. Whether you’re a seasoned player or just in it  for the fun, come enjoy some friendly competition and fresh air. Bring your game face—and maybe some sunscreen! 
Join us next Saturday, July 5th, at 11:00AM-12:30PM. No registration required.
#TBT This week in 1975, John Cook displayed his im #TBT This week in 1975, John Cook displayed his impressive collection of American “Cut Glass” in an art show at Big Thunder Park. Before the twentieth century, America wasn’t known for fine arts or craftsmanship, with the notable exception of glass. American glass, from the mid-1800s up until the outbreak of WWI was a standard around the world. For many, “American glass” brings to mind Tiffany stained glass, but the most commercialized pieces were cut glass. It was this cut glass that made up Cook’s prized collection. 

More specifically, Cook collected “brilliant cuts.” Brilliant cuts were a style of cut glass popularized in America. Just about every thrift store has brilliant cut glassware although it’s usually molded instead of hand cut. Any glassware marked by elaborate, repetitive patterns across the entire surface of the glass is likely brilliant style. Several pieces from Cook’s collection can be seen here. These pieces are all hand cut and hand polished. Most American cut glass were designed as drink vessels or serving dishes, making Cook’s cookie jar a rare and valuable addition to his collection.
Help! Truman (The Lego Guy) has been poisoned! We Help! Truman (The Lego Guy) has been poisoned! We have to find out who did this! Register now to join the investigation team.
Truman will be avenged! 🔎
Saturday, July 5th, at 1:00PM. 
This event is intended for children ages 8-12.
Register on our website or through this link - https://forms.gle/pVzoYFdSckVpA3ENA
Join us on Wednesday, July 2nd, at 3:30PM for a sp Join us on Wednesday, July 2nd, at 3:30PM for a special story time for Ms. Rachel fans! 
We will be reading a Ms. Rachel book, dancing to her songs, and other activities. We will even have a magical green-screen photo op. 
Space is limited and Registration required on our website or through this link - https://forms.gle/dhA9JTvTNMbG24af7
Get out of the heat tomorrow, June 25th, from 1:00 Get out of the heat tomorrow, June 25th, from 1:00-2:30PM and stop into the library for some R&R with the Forest City dogs. 🐶🖍️
We will have coloring pages, activity sheets, puzzles, and a calming COLD atmosphere for you to unwind.
No registration required.
Don't Miss This Week At Ida! Don't Miss This Week At Ida!
Improve your board game skills and mark off a task Improve your board game skills and mark off a task on your Summer Reading Slip this week at the library! We will provide several different card games and board games for you, your family and friends. 🎲
No registration required. Friday, June 27th, from 1:30PM-3:30PM!
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