Programs
The Oelwein Public Library offers programs to further the library's mission to serve the needs of the community.
Special Programs: October 2026
Iowa Scenic Views By Foot
Tuesday, October 13th at 6:00 p.m.
Care Chats: Hospice 101
Tuesday, October 20th at 2:00 p.m.
Let’s Talk About Hospice Care
Hospice care is for more than your final days. Join Annika Wall of Cedar Valley Hospice as we discuss the truth about hospice, the support it provides both the patient and family and the reason why patients and families say “I wish we had called sooner.”
Hosted by the Oelwein Public Library | Education Provided by Cedar Valley Hospice – the area’s only 5-star hospice.
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 CareChats:
November 17, 2026 from 6-7:00 p.m. - Comparing Hospice and Palliative Care
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
Paranormal Investigators
Tuesday, October 20th at 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy a haunting evening at the library with Heartland Truth Seekers.
Heartland Truth Seekers is a paranormal investigation group that began conducting investigations in 2001, driven by a passion for exploring the unknown and seeking answers to the unexplained. For more that two decades this group has investigated reported haunted locations across the U.S. documenting evidence and finding answers to the question: Is there life after death? Heartland Truth Seekers approaches each investigation with an open mind and a respect for the location while keeping the experience fun. The group loves to share past experiences with others curious about the paranormal.
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.)
Ornament Woodcarving Class with Steve Russell
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