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

Jan 31

Teen Winter Tie-Dye Event

Jan 31, 2023, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Teens ages 12-18 are invited to join us in tie-dyeing a canvas tote bag for them to keep! This event is free and all materials will be provided. Held in the MCPL Foundation Room. Questions? Call 641.421.3671.

Feb 01

Baby and Toddler Storytime

Feb 1, 2023, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Join us in the MCPL Storytime Room Wednesdays at 10am for stories, songs, fingerplays, movement, early literacy tips, and lots of fun! This free event is appropriate for children four and under. All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Questions? Call 641.421.3671.

Feb 01

Genealogy for Beginners

Feb 1, 2023, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Have you ever wanted to research your ancestry but never knew how, couldn’t find the time, or didn’t know where to start? Now’s your opportunity to pursue this interest in a group setting. Join us as we learn the basics of genealogy research and explore tools that can help guide you to new discoveries. We will meet on Wednesday evenings during February, in the large group study room, at the Mason City Public Library from 5:30 – 6:30 P.M. No sign-up is necessary. Your guide on this journey will be Jet Kofoot, the library’s Head of Adult Services and Archives.

Feb 02

Adult Game Night

Feb 2, 2023, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Feb 07

Teen Craft Station: Mouse in a Mitten

Feb 7, 2023 – Feb 11, 2023

Teens ages 12-18 can drop by the Young Adult area this week to make a Mouse in a Mitten craft. All materials provided. Questions? Call 641.421.3671.

Feb 08

Baby and Toddler Storytime

Feb 8, 2023, 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM

Feb 08

Genealogy for Beginners

Feb 8, 2023, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM

Feb 09

Adult Coloring

Feb 9, 2023, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Feb 14

Teen Event: Sweet Treats with Librarians!

Feb 14, 2023, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM

Teens ages 12-18 are invited to join us in making delicious and creative Valentine-themed treats! This free event will be held in the MCPL Foundation Room. All materials provided. Questions? Call 641.421.3671.

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