Mason City Public Library

Welcome to the Mason City Public Library. The library is your one stop source for all of your informational needs. We have a large selection of books, magazines, newspapers, and electronic resources available to be checked out by our library card holders. Here you will also find electronic resources, news, announcements, and a calendar of upcoming library events!

Featured Events

Jun 30

Summer Scavenger Hunt Week

Jun 30, 2025, 9:00 AM – Jul 3, 2025, 7:00 PM

Stop by during open hours this week to participate in fun indoor scavenger hunts! Go to the Youth Services desk to get started. Find the items and win a cool prize! Ages 18 and under.

Jul 01

Teen Game Day

Jul 1, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Teens ages 12-18, stop by the MCPL to play all kinds of games with your friends! All materials and snacks provided. This event will be held in the MCPL Foundation Room and is for ages 12-18 only.

Jul 02

Sunshine Storytime

Jul 2, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Join us on the MCPL lawn for stories, songs, movement, early literacy tips, bubbles, and tons of fun! Make sure to bring a blanket to sit on, sunscreen, bug spray, and a snack. This event is appropriate for ages 5 and under and their families. Storytime will be canceled if there is inclement weather.

Jul 02

Tween Game Day

Jul 2, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Tweens ages 9-11, come play games of all kinds with your friends! All games and snacks provided. This event will be held in the MCPL Foundation Room and is for ages 9-11 only.

Jul 04

Library Closed

Jul 4, 2025, 12:00 AM – Jul 5, 2025, 5:00 PM

Jul 07

Family Game Day

Jul 7, 2025, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Stop by with family and friends to play some of our brand new, super fun board games! This event will be held in the MCPL Foundation Room and is appropriate for ages 11 and under.

Jul 09

Sunshine Storytime

Jul 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Jul 11

Summer Live Music Series: Sam & Melissa

Jul 11, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Jul 12

MCPL @ the Mason City Farmers Market

Jul 12, 2025, 10:30 AM – 10:45 AM

Join the MCPL Crew for a fun and fast storytime at the Mason City Farmers Market in Central Park!