Programs

The Oelwein Public Library offers programs to further the library's mission to serve the needs of the community.

 

 

Special Programs: November 2026

 

Bling Your Book

Monday, November 9th from 6-8:00 p.m.

Join us in the library’s meeting room for a dazzling event where you can transform a book that needs some flair! Let’s add a fabulous sparkle to your bookshelf!

Don’t have a book of your own? No worries! We will have a few selections available for you to choose from. If time permits, you can even add some bling to a bookmark.

Participant Limit is 15. Please register with the library in person or by calling 319-283-1515.

Registration deadline is Friday, November 6th

Book Bedazzling Tips:

  •          Choose books with larger font sizes for the title
  •          Select a focal point to incorporate a touch of sparkle rather than the whole cover.

                (There will not be enough time to bedazzle your complete book cover.)

 

Early Out Snack Making
Wednesday, November 11th at 2:30 p.m.

Learn to make simple snacks such as ants on a log without using a stove or microwave. Allergen Warning: this program will use peanut butter and dairy products.
Make an edible turkey to take home.

 

Ornament Woodcarving Class with Steve RussellWood carved green pine tree wearing a red and white santa hat
Saturday, November 14th from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Carve your own Christmas ornament. Class is limited to 6 people and they must be 16 years old. Cost is $30.00, all supplies provided. Pre-register and payment required to hold your spot. An afternoon class is possible if the morning class fills and there is enough interest.

 

Care Chats: Comparing Hospice and Palliative Care

Tuesday, November 17th from 6-7:00 p.m.

“Hospice care” and “palliative care” are two phrases often used interchangeably – and while they are similar, it’s important to know the difference. Join Cedar Valley Hospice’s Sara Davis, RN, and Annika Wall as they compare these important – but different – services.

Receive a punch card. Participants joining 4 or more of the CareChats monthly programs, October through March, will enter a drawing for a prize basket. 

 

Upcoming Care Chats:
December 15, 2026 from 6-7:00 p.m. - Navigating Grief and Loss in the Holidays

January 12, 2027 from 6-7:00 p.m. - Caring for the Caregiver

February 16, 2027 from 2-3:00 p.m. - GUIDE Dementia Care: Supporting Someone with Dementia and the New Medicare Benefit That Helps

March 16, 2027 from 6-7:00 p.m. - Honoring Choices: How Advance Directives Help at End of Life

 

Rustic Christmas Ornament Craft

Monday, November 30th at 1:00 p.m.

Get in the holiday spirit with our Rustic Christmas Ornament program. Decorate a 3 & 1/4 inch pine wood slice with holiday fabric and design to hang on the tree. All supplies will be provided and the program is FREE.