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!

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Featured Events

May 27

MCPL Downtown Mason City Storywalk

May 27, 2022 – Jul 31, 2022

Enjoy a walk through beautiful downtown Mason City while you read the book Mr. Tiger Goes Wild by Peter Brown. Find the first pages at CENT Credit Union then follow the signs!

May 31

Summer Library Challenge Start!

May 31, 2022

Jun 06

Friendship Camp

Jun 6, 2022, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Stop by this friendship-themed station event to participate in a variety of fun activities! Make a maraca, design your own puzzle, make a friendship bracelet, and take home a pet-rock kit! This event is designed to work with your busy life, so drop in for 30-45 minutes during the scheduled time to join in the fun! Appropriate for ages 11 and under.

All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Jun 08

Baby & Toddler Outdoor Storytime

Jun 8, 2022, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join us outside ont he MCPL lawn for a fun storytime perfect for babies & toddlers. We will share stories, songs, movement, and early literacy tips.

**Please bring a blanket to sit on and suncsreen and bug spray if you need it. Storytime will be canceled in the case of rain or extreme heat, cancelation will be announced on our Facebook page**

Jun 13

Nature Camp

Jun 13, 2022, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Stop by this nature-themed station event to participate in a variety of fun activities. Plant a seed, make binoculars, create a butterfly, and more! This event is designed to work with your busy life, so drop in for 30-45 minutes during the scheduled time to join in the fun! Appropriate for kids 11 and under.

All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult

Jun 15

Baby & Toddler Outdoor Storytime

Jun 15, 2022, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join us outside ont he MCPL lawn for a fun storytime perfect for babies & toddlers. We will share stories, songs, movement, and early literacy tips.

**Please bring a blanket to sit on and suncsreen and bug spray if you need it. Storytime will be canceled in the case of rain or extreme heat, cancelation will be announced on our Facebook page**

Jun 20

Sports Camp

Jun 20, 2022, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Stop by this sports-themed station event to participate in a variety of fun activities! Make a balloon tennis game, join a STEM challenge, make your own pennant, and more! This event is designed to work with your busy life, so drop in for 30-45 minutes during the scheduled time to join in the fun! Appropriate for kids 11 and under.

All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

Jun 22

Baby & Toddler Outdoor Storytime

Jun 22, 2022, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Join us outside ont he MCPL lawn for a fun storytime perfect for babies & toddlers. We will share stories, songs, movement, and early literacy tips.

**Please bring a blanket to sit on and suncsreen and bug spray if you need it. Storytime will be canceled in the case of rain or extreme heat, cancelation will be announced on our Facebook page**

Jun 27

Space Camp

Jun 27, 2022, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Stop by this space-themed station event to participate in a variety of fun activities. Make a paper straw rocket, a glow-in-the dark constellation, an alien, and more! This event is designed to work with your busy life, so drop in for 30-45 minutes during the scheduled time to join in the fun. This event is appropriate for ages 11 and under.

All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

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