Event List

Featured Events

A sunny outdoor gathering with people enjoying food, games, and activities at the Indianola library.

Summer Bash

Thursday, May 28, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Lawn at Indianola Public Library

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Everyone

Event Details:

Food trucks (including dessert!), inflatables, lawn games, and more at our annual IPL block party! Also featuring board games from the Dealt Hand and music courtesy of KNIA and the...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Library Lawn
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

Food trucks (including dessert!), inflatables, lawn games, and more at our annual IPL block party! Also featuring board games from the Dealt Hand and music courtesy of KNIA and the big red radio.

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Storytime

Storytime with Janis

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Storytime

Storytime with Janis

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Outreach - VCA

Wednesday, May 20, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Age Group:
Kids
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime

Library Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Indianola Public Library
Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Age Group:
Storytime
Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, songs, and shaker eggs on Saturday mornings!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Age Group:
Storytime
Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, songs, and shaker eggs on Saturday mornings!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Splash 'n' Story

Splash 'n' Story

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Age Group:
Families
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Families
Program Type: Special Events, Storytime
Event Details:

Join Janis at the pool for this special edition of Tot Splash Time. Come at 10:30, with the interactive storytime to begin about 11:00. Then stay after for some exclusive time with your toddler. Swimsuits required!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, June 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Age Group:
Storytime
Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, songs, and shaker eggs on Saturday mornings!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Thursday, July 2, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Library Closed

All Day 7/3 - 7/4
Closing
Branches:
Indianola Public Library
Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Saturday Storytime

Saturday, July 11, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Age Group:
Storytime
Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, songs, and shaker eggs on Saturday mornings!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.

Young children smiling and dancing together during storytime.

Storytime with Janis

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Age Group:
Storytime
Storytime:

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.*Storytimes...

Library Branch: Indianola Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Storytime
Program Type: Storytime

Storytime

Songs, shakers, and stories at every storytime, so you can choose any day or come to all of them!

Tip: come early and stay after for some playtime in our children's area.

*Storytimes are designed for children age 12 months to 5 years. Older siblings are always welcome.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This event is designed for children and their caregivers. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child.