206 North Railroad Street

Sumner, IA 50674

563-578-3324

library@sumner.lib.ia.us

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Featured Events

Nov 11
Closed for Veteran's Day
Nov 11, 2025

Closed for Veteran's Day:

The Sumner Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 in observance of Veteran's Day. 

 

Nov 12
StoryTime
Nov 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

StoryTime: 10:00AM in the children’s area.

Toddlers through preschool aged children and caregivers are invited to listen, play, and socialize. 

Weekly on Wedesdays. 

Nov 13
Evening Book Club
Nov 13, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Evening Book Club:

Meets 2nd Thursday of each month.*

Contact us if you would like to join a group. Multiple copies of books are available for checkout.

https://www.sumner.lib.ia.us/services/book-clubs

Nov 18
Candle Painting Party
Nov 18, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Candle Painting Party

Tuesday, November 18 | 5:30PM

Join us for a cozy, creative night of candle painting! Personalize your own candle with beautiful

designs, colors, and patterns. Perfect for decorating your space or gifting to someone special.

All supplies are provided, and no art experience is needed, just bring your imagination!

✨ Relax, paint, and let your creativity glow!

Limited spots available, so reserve yours today!

Nov 19
StoryTime
Nov 19, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

StoryTime: 10:00AM in the children’s area.

Toddlers through preschool aged children and caregivers are invited to listen, play, and socialize. 

Weekly on Wedesdays. 

Nov 20
In the Stacks Book Talk Group
Nov 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

The In the Stacks Book Talk Group meets the third Thursday of every month at 9:00am.

Reach out to recieve a copy of the book list.

Nov 20
Author Visit: Linda McCann
Nov 20, 2025, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Author Visit: Linda McCann

Thursday, November 20 | 3:30-4:30PM

Join us for a fascinating presentation with Iowa author and historian Linda McCann as she shares stories from her book Prohibition in Eastern Iowa. Discover how prohibition affected small towns, farmers, and families right here in northeast Iowa. McCann’s research includes interviews with children of moonshiners and bootleggers, uncovering the hidden side of Iowa’s past during this turbulent era.

Nov 21
Friday Morning Coffee Book Group
Nov 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Friday Morning Coffee Book Talk Group:

Meets 3rd Friday of each month.*

Contact us if you would like to join a group. Multiple copies of books are available for checkout.

https://www.sumner.lib.ia.us/services/book-clubs

*Zoom Meeting link available upon request.

Nov 24
Garden Plot
Nov 24, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Garden Plot- Last Monday of each month at 5:30PM.

Do you have a passion for gardening or want to cultivate one? Whether you're a seasoned pro or a first-time gardener, The Garden Plot is the perfect place for you to dig in and grow! We believe in the power of community and nature. It’s a space designed for learning, creating, and connecting with fellow garden enthusiasts.

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Contact Us:

563-578-3324
206 N. Railroad St.
Sumner, IA 50674
library@sumner.lib.ia.us
trustees@sumner.lib.ia.us

Library Hours:

Sunday CLOSED
Monday 9a-7p
Tuesday 9a-7p
Wednesday 9a-5p
Thursday 9a-7p
Friday 9a-5p
Saturday 9a-12p


 

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This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.

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