Books are just the beginning: from notary services to technology assistance, the Adult Department provides patrons with friendly and knowledgeable service on a variety of topics. Ask us about the latest new books, employment opportunities, and upcoming programs - or put in a request to use our meeting room space! Speak to an Adult Department librarian and get started today.
Upcoming Events for Adults
Infant CPR Information Session
September 9 & 28 at 10 AM
Youth Department
September is National Baby Safety Month!
This program, led by Greene County Public Health, will teach parents and caregivers how to perform infant CPR and recognize choking in emergency situations. Library activities will be provided for attending children. This is not a certification program.
Ink Society Writing Club
Wednesday, September 9
(6:00 - 7:30 PM): Writer Meet-Ups
Saturday, September 19
(10:00 - 11:30 AM): Peer Reviews
Meet other writers, receive constructive criticism on your pieces, and talk about tips, tricks, and all things writing! This session is for writers to meet up and connect.
Registration: Required. Call us at 515-386-2835 or stop by the Adult Department to reserve your seat!
Culture Cafe & Open House
Wednesday, September 16 from 6 - 8 PM
Enjoy informal conversations about culture and how it connects us, led by Multicultural Family Resource Center Director Sara Huddleston. Light refreshments will be served. Get there early from 5 – 6 PM to meet the Paton library director and see the new multicultural materials now available for checkout!
This program is a part of our free “Around the World in Greene County” series of multicultural programs through a Greene County Community Foundation grant. Stop by your local library to learn more.
Where: William Paton Public Library (105 S Main St, Paton, IA 50217)
Topic: What Connects Us - Values, Trust, & Community Engagement
Explore Your Library
Your library has a wealth of resources to offer you! Check out some of our in-library services below and stop by the Adult Department to learn more.
Now on Display
Enjoy a new and unique display every month featuring collections from members of our community. Interested in showing off your own special collection? Speak with the Library Director to get started!
Kodak Photo Kiosk
Print photos for gifts, scrapbooks, genealogy, 4-H projects, and more! Our machine is compatible with your phone, digital camera, flash drive or memory card and can scan snapshots or vintage photos.
Meeting Room
Need a space for an AEA, homeschool, book club, or D&D session? Reserve our meeting room space and accommodate large groups.
Community Puzzle
Did you know? We have an ongoing community puzzle in the Adult Department that anyone can help put together! Enjoy some social time while you work with other library patrons to finish our latest piece.
Memory Kits
A memory kit is filled with sensory items and memorabilia to help individuals with dementia or other cognitive impairments reminisce. Kits include hands-on items and activities to stimulate and encourage memory and storytelling.
Study Carrels
Four partitioned study carrels with charging stations are available for use during normal library hours of operation. The library offers exam proctoring and several free digital resources for people looking for study and career materials.
