Library Programs

At the Barlow Library we offer programs for families, adults and youth patrons. Check our calendar or the drop down tabs to see what programs are currently available.  Listed below are some of the programs featured at the Barlow Library.
Click here to check our calendar for a full list of events and programs this month!

Book Talk

July 25th @ 6PM
Book Talk is a public, informal book discussion group.  The books are not on the book shelf the month we are discussing the title.  Ask the circulation desk for a copy of the book.  The group meets the 4th Thursday of the month (except in October & November when the group meets on the 3rd Thursday and not in December.) 
Full list of 2025 discussion titles listed here!
Click here to check our calendar for current days and times.
Housing Outreach Services
A representative from The Bridge Home in Ames will be at the library to offer information and services.  
Services offered include:
  • Housing needs assessments
  • Emergency shelter or other housing resources
  • Referrals to rent assistance for those facing eviction
  • Landlord contacts
  • Various hygiene items
There is no charge to stop in and speak with the representative! 

Visit their website (www.thebridgehome.org) for more information!
IowaWORKS Career Services
​The Barlow Library has partnered with the IowaWORKS office in Mashalltown to bring FREE career and workforce development services to Iowa Falls!
Stop by the library the 4th Thursday of every month between 9am-3pm to meet with a Career Planner.  Specific services listed below!

Lego Club

Held periodically throughout the year, come and free build or accept our Lego challenge of the week.  Lego Club meets in the community room and is for ages 17 and under, with snacks provided. 
School Year (September-May: Mondays from 3:30-4:30PM 
​Summer (June-July): Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30PM
​Click here to check our calendar for the current schedule.

Story Time

A fun hour of stories, movement and creativity for ages 0-5.  Story hour is held in our community room, unless otherwise noted.
School Year (September-May): Mondays at 10:30AM
Summer (June-July): Tuesdays at 10:30AM
​Click here to check our calendar for the current day and time.

Yoga Classes

Led by Andrea Costello in our community room, a restorative hour of movement ending with deep relaxation. 
Click here to check our calendar for current days and times.