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Featured Events

Mar 07

Seed Swap

Mar 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Seed Swap: Saturday, Mar. 7 at 10:00 a.m.

Grow something new this spring! Join us at the library for our Seed Swap. Bring seeds you’d like to share and browse a variety of seeds from fellow gardeners, no experience required. It’s a fun, easy way to connect with the community and kick off the growing season.

Mar 11

StoryTime

Mar 11, 2026, 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.

Mar 12

Evening Book Club

Mar 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Evening Book Club:

Meets 2nd Thursday of each month.*

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

Mar 17

Golden Jar of Luck Bubbling Bath Salts

Mar 17, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Golden Jar of Luck & Bubbling Bath Salts:

Tuesday, Mar. 17 at 5:30 p.m.

Lucky green candies in a golden jar will brighten anyone’s St. Patrick’s Day!

We will be making these cute golden jars along with bubbling bath salts. Making a nice gift for a friend or for yourself.

Space is limited, so call and sign up now.

Mar 18

StoryTime

Mar 18, 2026, 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.

Mar 19

In the Stacks Book Talk Group

Mar 19, 2026, 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.

Mar 25

StoryTime

Mar 25, 2026, 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.

Mar 30

Chess Club

Mar 30, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Chess Club
Last Monday of each month | 5:00 PM
The library is excited to introduce a new Chess Club launching this February!
Open to players of all skill levels, the club offers a welcoming space to learn the game, practice strategies, and enjoy friendly matches with fellow chess enthusiasts.
Whether you’re brand new to chess or a seasoned player, come sharpen your skills, meet new people, and have fun at the library.

Apr 01

StoryTime

Apr 1, 2026, 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.

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