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Hawkins Memorial Library

Welcome to the Hawkins Memorial 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!

Pickup or curbside service is offered to patrons not wishing to enter the library. Reserve library materials online for pick up including books, DVDs, magazines, and audiobooks. Go to https://www.laportecity.lib.ia.us/, open the catalog tab, login to your account, search the catalog or browse the What’s Hot section, click on titles you’re interested in, and place a reserve. Make sure your contact information is correct. You can also email at hawkins@laportecity.lib.ia.us, or call 319-342-3025, with your requests.

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The La Porte City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adoption of the max levy resolution at their regular meeting beginning at 7:00 PM on February 13, 2023. The meeting will take place at City Hall, 202 Main Street, La Porte City, IA. To view the Max Levy Notice, go to www.lpcia.com and click on the link under Announcements.

Featured Events

Feb 06

Make Valentine's Day Cards

Feb 6, 2023 – Feb 14, 2023

Create special and personal Valentines cards Monday, February 6, through Tuesday, February 14. We have the supplies for you to fashion a masterpiece of love.

Feb 06

Coffee Time

Feb 6, 2023, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

The Coffee is free, and so is the conversation, on Mondays from 8 to 10 AM, and Saturdays from 9 to 11 AM.

Feb 06

Story Time

Feb 6, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Preschool Story Time is on Monday Mornings from 10 - 11 A.M. during the school year. Children enjoy reading books, learning activities, singing songs, playing games and creating crafts that follow a weekly theme. Programs will not be held on no-school days, late school start days, or in the summer. We welcome all children preschool age and younger who are able to sit and participate in the activities.

Feb 09

Hawkins Handcrafters

Feb 9, 2023, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

This group meets twice monthly from 1:00 to 3:00 PM the second and fourth Thursdays each month. Bring any handwork or hobby you are working on and join other crafty people to chat and be creative.

Feb 11

Coffee Time

Feb 11, 2023, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

The Coffee is free, and so is the conversation, on Mondays from 8 to 10 AM, and Saturdays from 9 to 11 AM.

Feb 13

Magformers Week

Feb 13, 2023 – Feb 18, 2023

We’ve got a week of magnetic building fun with Magformers Monday through Saturday. Magformers are fun and educational. Bring the kids in!

Feb 13

Coffee Time

Feb 13, 2023, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM

The Coffee is free, and so is the conversation, on Mondays from 8 to 10 AM, and Saturdays from 9 to 11 AM.

Feb 13

Story Time

Feb 13, 2023, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Preschool Story Time is on Monday Mornings from 10 - 11 A.M. during the school year. Children enjoy reading books, learning activities, singing songs, playing games and creating crafts that follow a weekly theme. Programs will not be held on no-school days, late school start days, or in the summer. We welcome all children preschool age and younger who are able to sit and participate in the activities.

Feb 18

Coffee Time

Feb 18, 2023, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

The Coffee is free, and so is the conversation, on Mondays from 8 to 10 AM, and Saturdays from 9 to 11 AM.

Library Hours

Monday	8 am - 4 pm
Tuesday	1 - 6 pm
Wednesday	1 - 7 pm
Thursday	1 - 6 pm
Friday	1 - 6 pm
Saturday	9 am - 1 pm
Sunday	Closed