Iowa Library Association

30/10/2026

Join us on Friday, November 20th at the Coralville Public Library from 10am-3pm for the 2026 ILA Planning Day! The purpose of planning day is to discuss activities and identify any needs and strategies for the coming year.

ILA Planning Day is open to all ILA members! ILA Leadership, including board members, committee chairs, and subdivision officers, are highly encouraged to attend.

Please register for ILA Planning Day by no later than Thursday, November 12th, 2026. Questions? Contact ILA VP Jillian Aschliman at [email protected] or the ILA Admin Office at [email protected]. Look forward to seeing you in Coralville!

Please fill out this form to register for 2026 ILA Planning Day Deadline for registration: Thursday, November 12th at 11:59PM Date: Friday, November 20th, 2026 Time: 10am-3pm (coffee & donuts starting at 9:30am) Location: Coralville Public Library What is ILA Planning Day? The purpose of planning da...

23/10/2026

ILA Members: Cast Your Vote! 🗳️

Help shape ILA’s future by voting for your Board of Directors for the 2027 term. We have a strong slate of candidates committed to advancing our association, and your voice matters in this decision!

Voting is open October 12–26, 2026. Winners will be announced on November 9, 2026. 📆

Who Can Vote: Current Personal, Student, Retired & Transitional, and Trustee Members. Membership must be renewed for 2026 for your vote to count.

➡️ Meet the candidates: https://tinyurl.com/3rdzjbz9
➡️ Cast your vote: https://tinyurl.com/saswkk33

Thank you for supporting ILA and helping guide our path forward!

14/10/2026

Registration for the 2026 Performers Showcase is now open!
The Performers Showcase is being held at the Ames Public Library on Thursday, November 5th from 10-3 pm with an additional hour to talk to the performers after.
Performers Showcase Registration

November 5, 2026 at the Ames Public Library from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

06/10/2026

We are excited to see you at ILA this week!
You're Invited! Meet the Candidates Breakfast ☕🍳
Want to get to know the people running for leadership in our organization? Join us for an informal breakfast at the ILA Annual Conference where you can:
Meet the candidates face-to-face
Ask your questions directly
Learn about their vision and priorities
Enjoy great food and conversation
📅 Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 7 AM - 8 AM
📍 Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex, 350 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
This is your chance to engage with the candidates in a relaxed setting. Come hungry, leave informed!

05/10/2026

We're thrilled to be at ILA, ready to help you transform your space! Discover custom furnishings that reflect your unique style and needs.

01/10/2026

You're Invited! Meet the Candidates Breakfast ☕🍳
Want to get to know the people running for leadership in our organization? Join us for an informal breakfast at the ILA Annual Conference where you can:
Meet the candidates face-to-face
Ask your questions directly
Learn about their vision and priorities
Enjoy great food and conversation
📅 Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
⏰ Time: 7 AM - 8 AM
📍 Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex, 350 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
This is your chance to engage with the candidates in a relaxed setting. Come hungry, leave informed!

29/09/2026

Now accepting 2026 ILA Conference Silent Auction items.

Libraries, Individuals or Friends/Foundations, now is the time to start planning your donation. Get your items submitted by October 6.

Submit an auction item: https://ow.ly/Hx0F50ZO25b

More information about this year's auction: https://event.auctria.com/8f92adba-decb-4a71-a98a-98dc8e6c96f5/

23/09/2026

With 26 years of experience, Library Furniture International is excited to help you refresh your space! Stop by LFI at ILA and discover inspiring new ideas for your library.

23/09/2026

Everyone should have the opportunity to experience the arts.

Through a partnership with Ballet Des Moines and Des Moines Public Library and the Iowa Library Association, and with support from the Principal Foundation, Hoyt Sherman Place, and Des Moines Civic Center, Ballet Des Moines’ Community Ticketing Program makes inspiring professional performances accessible to individuals and families across the state of Iowa. By removing financial barriers and building awareness and belonging, thousands of Iowans have the opportunity to experience the power of the arts — experiences that build community, understanding, and connection.

If the cost of a ticket would otherwise prevent you or your family from attending an upcoming performance of Ghost Stories, you are invited to register online for a Community Ticket until October 1, at the link below.

Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, while supplies last. Patrons requesting a complimentary ticket through the library program will receive confirmation of ticket availability at the end of the ticketing window, as well as instructions for retrieving their tickets
To learn more about Ballet Des Moines community ticketing program or request a ticket, visit the link below.

Beginning this season, Ballet Des Moines is pleased to begin offering complimentary tickets to Iowans with a valid library card from any Iowa public library or Des Moines Public School students (grades 7-12) with a student ID. Averaging about 1,000 tickets per performance, library card holders will