Event List

August Green is a talker by nature and a storyteller by trade, with a unique blend of humor, energy, and relatability. “A modern-day Andy Griffith with a twist of Garrison Keillor,...

You’re invited to a glimmering conversation with New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner as we chat about the signature emotional depth of her books that have been inspir...

You're invited to build with Magnatiles in the Children's Department! Children are to be directly supervised by a caregiver. 

Former state Representative Helen Miller, who represented Fort Dodge for 16 years in the state legislature, will be here to discuss her recently released autobiography, I Don't Swi...

Katharine Hepburn was an American actress whose career as a Hollywood leading lady spanned six decades. She was known for her headstrong independence, spirited personality, and out...

RSVP volunteer coordinator Becky Koppen and presenter Maureen Kauleinamoku will discuss SPAN (Seniors Preventing Addiction to Narcotics). Attendees will gain knowledge about opioid...

You're invited to build with Magnatiles in the Children's Department! Children are to be directly supervised by a caregiver.

You're invited to build with Magnatiles in the Children's Department! Children are to be directly supervised by a caregiver. 

Join FDPL Book Club! Meet up with fellow book lovers and enjoy a variety of selections from fiction to nonfiction and every genre in-between. We hold discussions the first Monday o...

Relax, unwind, and color your stress away! Join us on the second Tuesday of the month in the Library's large meeting room for adult coloring. We have hundreds of sheets to choose f...

Relax, unwind, and color your stress away! Join us on the second Tuesday of the month in the Library's large meeting room for adult coloring. We have hundreds of sheets to choose f...

David Fierke, City Manager of Fort Dodge, will share insights on the exciting events currently taking place in Fort Dodge and what the future holds. The discussion will focus on ho...

You're invited to build with Magnatiles in the Children's Department! Children are to be directly supervised by a caregiver. 

Dr. Jesse Ulrich, president of Iowa Central Community College, will discuss the economic impact of ICCC on the Fort Dodge community. He will also share insights on the college's fu...

You're invited to build with Magnatiles in the Children's Department! Children are to be directly supervised by a caregiver.

You're invited to build with Magnatiles in the Children's Department! Children are to be directly supervised by a caregiver. 

You're invited to build with Magnatiles in the Children's Department! Children are to be directly supervised by a caregiver.

Regular board meeting of the Fort Dodge Public Library Foundation.

Lori Gascho, a member of the Fort Dodge Historical Society, will offer a captivating glimpse into the history of Fort Dodge through a combination of photographs and historical stor...

You're invited to build with Magnatiles in the Children's Department! Children are to be directly supervised by a caregiver. 

Monthly meeting of the Library Board of Trustees.

Special preview for opening night of the Friends Spring Sale for Friends members.  Memberships are available for purchase at the door.

Friends Spring Book Sale