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In 1986, Governor Terry Branstad visited the Scott County Library System, mingling with staff. Branstad was Iowa’s longest-serving governor (1983 – 1999) and was re-elected for another term in 2011.

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For many years, the SCLS Bookmobile was a highlight of the Summer Fest parade in Eldridge. These photos are from 1986, when the theme was “Summer of the Animals.”

Angel tree photo from 2010.

The Eldridge Branch of the Scott County Library System became an Angel Tree location in 1986. We still have great turnout and generosity from the community in giving presents to underprivileged children.Also in 1986, SCLS began loaning VHS tapes to the public. The VHS tapes were phased out in 2012.

Scott County Library System Events

March 2014
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					1 Events on March 1, 2014 Walcott - St. Patrick's Day Fun! Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 1, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Come to the Walcott Branch for St. Patrick's Day fun for ages 3 to 10 years old. This event is free. No registration required. More details... Eldridge - North Scott Battle of the Books Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 1, 2014 - 12:00 pm Description: North Scott Battle of the Books. The public is welcome to come and support students from the North Scott schools as they compete in our annual Battle of the Books competition for 4th - 6th graders. More details...	2
3	4 Events on March 4, 2014 Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 4, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. More details... Eldridge - Cooking & Nutrition Class Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 4, 2014 - 7:30 pm Description: Registration is closed for this event. If you have already registered and need more information on this program, please contact Tarisita Nimmers at 563-359-7577 Ext. 156 Parents, please come join us for free Cooking & Nutrition Classes. These classes can help you save money, save time, help picky eaters, make low-cost meals, and strengthen family relationships. Story Time and activities will be provided for children 2 years old and up. This is an 8-week program that meets each Tuesday evening in February and March at the Eldridge Branch at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required, and space is limited. This program is provided through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. More details...	5 Events on March 5, 2014 Princeton - Story Time Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 5, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Children are invited to the Princeton Branch for a fun Story Time and craft. This event is free and no registration is required. More details... Buffalo - Story Time Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 5, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Children are invited to the Buffalo Branch for a fun Story Time and craft. This event is free and no registration is required. More details... Walcott - Story Time Starts: 2:20 pm Ends: March 5, 2014 - 2:40 pm Description: Children are invited to the Walcott Branch for a fun Story Time and craft. This event is free and no registration is required. More details...	6 Events on March 6, 2014 Eldridge - Book Character Crafts! Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 6, 2014 - 6:30 pm Description: Come to the Eldridge Library for an evening of craft fun based on popular children's books Library Lion by Michelle Knudsen and Sheep in a Jeep by Nancy E. Shaw. Children can make Lion Mask, Sheep Mask, or both! Books and other materials on these characters will be available for check out after the program. No registration required. This event is free. More details...	7 Events on March 7, 2014 Eldridge - First Friday - Tommy the Tortoise Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 7, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Come join us for our First Friday event to learn about someone or something new. Preschool and Toddler Story Times will join together on these days for special presentations and activities. This month we welcome a real life animal friend, Tommy the Tortoise. We will read stories about turtles and tortoises, meet Tommy, and make a craft to take home! This event is free. No registration is required. More details...	8 Events on March 8, 2014 Durant - St. Patrick's Day Story Time Starts: 10:30 am Ends: March 8, 2014 - 10:30 am Description: Come to the Durant Branch for special St. Patrick's Day Story Time. Make a craft to take home! This event is free. No registration required. More details...	9
10	11 Events on March 11, 2014 Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times (Free Vision Screening from Lions Club) Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 11, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. Free vision screening will be offered during Story Time (in the other meeting room) to children ages 6 months to 48 months by the local Lions Club. A parent or guardian will need to fill out and sign a form before the screening. Forms are available at the Youth Desk at the Eldridge Branch. Please call 563-285-4794 ext. 257 with any questions. More details... Eldridge - Cooking & Nutrition Class Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 11, 2014 - 7:30 pm Description: Registration is closed for this event. If you have already registered and need more information on this program, please contact Tarisita Nimmers at 563-359-7577 Ext. 156 Parents, please come join us for free Cooking & Nutrition Classes. These classes can help you save money, save time, help picky eaters, make low-cost meals, and strengthen family relationships. Story Time and activities will be provided for children 2 years old and up. This is an 8-week program that meets each Tuesday evening in February and March at the Eldridge Branch at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required, and space is limited. This program is provided through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. More details...	12 Events on March 12, 2014 Princeton - Story Time Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 12, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Children are invited to the Princeton Branch for a fun Story Time and craft. This event is free and no registration is required. More details... Buffalo - Story Time Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 12, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Children are invited to the Buffalo Branch for a fun Story Time and craft. This event is free and no registration is required. More details... Walcott - Story Time Starts: 2:20 pm Ends: March 12, 2014 - 2:40 pm Description: Children are invited to the Walcott Branch for a fun Story Time and craft. This event is free and no registration is required. More details...	13	14 Events on March 14, 2014 Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times (childrens area) Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 14, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. More details... Blue Grass - Lego @ the Library Starts: 3:00 pm Ends: March 14, 2014 - 5:00 pm Description: Love building with Legos? Want a challenge?Join us for Lego @ the Library Participants will be challenged to build something creative out of these popular building blocks. Lego blocks are provided for this event by the library. This program is for children going into 1st through 6th grade. No registration is required and this event is free. More details...	15 Events on March 15, 2014 Walcott - Retirement Party for Debbie Jacobs Starts: 11:00 am Ends: March 15, 2014 - 1:00 pm Description: Retirement party for Debbie Jacobs, former Walcott librarian. More details... Blue Grass - Lego @ the Library Starts: 3:00 pm Ends: March 15, 2014 - 5:00 pm Description: Love building with Legos? Want a challenge?Join us for Lego @ the Library Participants will be challenged to build something creative out of these popular building blocks. Lego blocks are provided for this event by the library. This program is for children going into 1st through 6th grade. No registration is required and this event is free. More details...	16
17	18 Events on March 18, 2014 Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 18, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. More details... Eldridge - Cooking & Nutrition Class Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 18, 2014 - 7:30 pm Description: Registration is closed for this event. If you have already registered and need more information on this program, please contact Tarisita Nimmers at 563-359-7577 Ext. 156 Parents, please come join us for free Cooking & Nutrition Classes. These classes can help you save money, save time, help picky eaters, make low-cost meals, and strengthen family relationships. Story Time and activities will be provided for children 2 years old and up. This is an 8-week program that meets each Tuesday evening in February and March at the Eldridge Branch at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required, and space is limited. This program is provided through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. More details...	19 Events on March 19, 2014 Eldridge - Let's Go Duplo Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 19, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Preschoolers through kindergarteners and their caregivers are invited to join a special club. Young builders will be challenged to build a special creation with the popular Duplo blocks. No registration is required and this event is free. More details... Princeton - Story Time Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 19, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Children are invited to the Princeton Branch for a fun Story Time and craft. This event is free and no registration is required. More details... Buffalo - Story Time Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 19, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Children are invited to the Buffalo Branch for a fun Story Time and craft. This event is free and no registration is required. More details... Eldridge - Family Movie Starts: 1:00 pm Ends: March 19, 2014 - 1:00 pm Description: Come to the Eldridge Branch for a movie on our big screen! Free popcorn with the show! We will be showing a newly released film about two princesses, one of which has the power to create ice and snow. This film is rated PG and has a run-time of approximately 102 minutes. More details... Walcott - Story Time Starts: 2:20 pm Ends: March 19, 2014 - 2:40 pm Description: Children are invited to the Walcott Branch for a fun Story Time and craft. This event is free and no registration is required. More details...	20 Events on March 20, 2014 Durant - Dan Wardell Starts: 11:00 am Ends: March 20, 2014 - 11:45 am Description: Join us at the Durant Branch for stories and adventure with Iowa Public Television star, Dan Wardell! This event is free and no registration is required. Learn more about Dan Wardell at http://blogs.iptv.org/blogs/dantastic/ More details... Blue Grass - Dan Wardell Starts: 3:00 pm Ends: March 20, 2014 - 4:00 pm Description: Join us at the Blue Grass Branch for stories and adventure with Iowa Public Television star, Dan Wardell! This event is free and no registration is required. Learn more about Dan Wardell at http://blogs.iptv.org/blogs/dantastic/ More details... Eldridge - Lego @ the Library Starts: 4:30 pm Ends: March 20, 2014 - 4:30 pm Description: Love building with Legos? Want a challenge? Students in 1st through 6th grade are invited to join us for our Lego @ the Library club. Each session we will introduce a topic with some of the great items that you can check out at the Library. Then participants will be challenged to build something that supports the month's theme. After the time is completed we will take a photo of your item and post it on our website! Bring your friends or even a parent to take part in this fun event. No registration is required and this event is free. More details... Buffalo - Dan Wardell Starts: 5:00 pm Ends: March 20, 2014 - 5:45 pm Description: Join us at the Buffalo Branch for stories and adventure with Iowa Public Television star, Dan Wardell! This event is free and no registration is required. Learn more about Dan Wardell at http://blogs.iptv.org/blogs/dantastic/ More details...	21 Events on March 21, 2014 Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 21, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. More details... Walcott - Dan Wardell Starts: 11:00 am Ends: March 21, 2014 - 11:45 am Description: Join us at the Walcott Branch for stories and adventure with Iowa Public Television star, Dan Wardell! This event is free and no registration is required. Learn more about Dan Wardell at http://blogs.iptv.org/blogs/dantastic/ More details... Eldridge - Dan Wardell Starts: 1:00 pm Ends: March 21, 2014 - 1:45 pm Description: Join us at the Eldridge Branch for stories and adventure with Iowa Public Television star, Dan Wardell! This event is free and no registration is required. Learn more about Dan Wardell at http://blogs.iptv.org/blogs/dantastic/ More details... Eldridge Divergent Party Starts: 2:00 pm Ends: March 21, 2014 - 3:00 pm Description: trivia, crafts, food More details... Princeton - Dan Wardell Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: March 21, 2014 - 4:45 pm Description: Join us at the Princeton Branch for stories and adventure with Iowa Public Television star, Dan Wardell! This event is free and no registration is required. Learn more about Dan Wardell at http://blogs.iptv.org/blogs/dantastic/ More details...	22 Events on March 22, 2014 Durant- Ebook class Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 22, 2014 - 11:00 am More details...	23
24	25 Events on March 25, 2014 Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 25, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. More details... Eldridge - Cooking & Nutrition Class Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 25, 2014 - 7:30 pm Description: Registration is closed for this event. If you have already registered and need more information on this program, please contact Tarisita Nimmers at 563-359-7577 Ext. 156 Parents, please come join us for free Cooking & Nutrition Classes. These classes can help you save money, save time, help picky eaters, make low-cost meals, and strengthen family relationships. Story Time and activities will be provided for children 2 years old and up. This is an 8-week program that meets each Tuesday evening in February and March at the Eldridge Branch at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required, and space is limited. This program is provided through Iowa State University Extension and Outreach. More details...	26 Events on March 26, 2014 Princeton - Story Time Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 26, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Children are invited to the Princeton Branch for a fun Story Time and craft. This event is free and no registration is required. More details... Buffalo - Story Time Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 26, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Children are invited to the Buffalo Branch for a fun Story Time and craft. This event is free and no registration is required. More details... Walcott - Story Time Starts: 2:20 pm Ends: March 26, 2014 - 2:40 pm Description: Children are invited to the Walcott Branch for a fun Story Time and craft. This event is free and no registration is required. More details...	27 Events on March 27, 2014 Eldridge - Nightfall Story Time Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 27, 2014 - 6:30 pm Description: Children ages 0-6 and their families are invited to the Eldridge Branch for a special Nightfall Story Time. Enjoy stories and activities as well as a craft to take home. This event is free. No registration is required. More details...	28 Events on March 28, 2014 Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 28, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. More details...	29	30
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First Amendment Meeting Room Calendar

March 2014
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					1 Events on March 1, 2014 Eldridge - North Scott Battle of the Books Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 1, 2014 - 12:00 pm Description: whole room More details...	2
3 Events on March 3, 2014 North Scott Soccer Club Starts: 6:00 pm Ends: March 3, 2014 - 6:30 pm Description: 1/2 ROOM More details... Book Discussion Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 3, 2014 - 6:30 pm Description: 1/2 room More details...	4 Events on March 4, 2014 Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 4, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. More details... SRP branch meeting & Potluck Starts: 11:00 am Ends: March 4, 2014 - 1:00 pm Description: 1/2 room More details... HONORING THE HONOR FLIGHT Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 4, 2014 - 8:00 pm Description: 1/2 room More details... Eldridge - Cooking & Nutrition Class Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 4, 2014 - 7:30 pm Description: whole rm (1/2 rm on February 25 & March 25) More details...	5 Events on March 5, 2014 Scott County 911 Board Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: March 5, 2014 - 5:00 pm Description: 1/2 room More details...	6 Events on March 6, 2014 SCLS Foundation Meeting Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: March 6, 2014 - 4:00 pm Description: 1/2 room More details... GIRL SCOUTS Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 6, 2014 - 7:30 pm Description: 1/2 ROOM More details... Eldridge - Book Character Crafts! Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 6, 2014 - 6:30 pm Description: 1/2 room More details...	7 Events on March 7, 2014 Eldridge - First Friday - Tommy the Tortoise Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 7, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Come join us for our First Friday event to learn about someone or something new. Preschool and Toddler Story Times will join together on these days for special presentations and activities. This month we welcome a real life animal friend, Tommy the Tortoise. We will read stories about turtles and tortoises, meet Tommy, and make a craft to take home! This event is free. No registration is required. More details...	8 Events on March 8, 2014 NORTH SCOTT FLAMES Starts: 1:00 pm Ends: March 8, 2014 - 2:00 pm Description: 1/2 ROOM More details...	9
10 Events on March 10, 2014 HANDICAPPED DEVELOPMENT Starts: 10:30 am Ends: March 10, 2014 - 1:00 pm Description: 1/2 ROOM More details... Post Prom Starts: 6:00 pm Ends: March 10, 2014 - 7:50 pm Description: 1/2 room More details...	11 Events on March 11, 2014 Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times (Free Vision Screening from Lions Club) Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 11, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. Free vision screening will be offered during Story Time (in the other meeting room) to children ages 6 months to 48 months by the local Lions Club. A parent or guardian will need to fill out and sign a form before the screening. Forms are available at the Youth Desk at the Eldridge Branch. Please call 563-285-4794 ext. 257 with any questions. More details... BLACKHAWK VILLA (READING GARDEN AREA) Starts: 6:00 pm Ends: March 11, 2014 - 7:30 pm Description: READING GARDEN AREA More details... Eldridge - Cooking & Nutrition Class Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 11, 2014 - 7:30 pm Description: whole rm (1/2 rm on February 25 & March 25) More details...	12 Events on March 12, 2014 WHITE ELEPHANT SET UP Starts: 8:00 am Ends: March 12, 2014 - 4:30 pm Description: WHOLE ROOM More details...	13 Events on March 13, 2014 WHITE ELEPHANT PREVIEW FOR FRINDS OF THE ELDRIDGE LIBRARY! Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: March 13, 2014 - 8:00 pm Description: 1/2 ROOM More details...	14 Events on March 14, 2014 WHITE ELEPHANT SALE Starts: 8:00 am Ends: March 14, 2014 - 4:30 pm Description: WHOLE ROOM More details... Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times (childrens area) Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 14, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. More details... SCLS BOARD MEETING Starts: 4:00 pm Ends: March 14, 2014 - 4:00 pm Description: whole room More details...	15 Events on March 15, 2014 WHITE ELEPHANT SALE Starts: 9:00 am Ends: March 15, 2014 - 12:00 pm Description: WHOLE ROOM More details...	16
17	18 Events on March 18, 2014 Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 18, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. More details... Eldridge - Cooking & Nutrition Class Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 18, 2014 - 7:30 pm Description: whole rm (1/2 rm on February 25 & March 25) More details...	19 Events on March 19, 2014 Eldridge - Let's Go Duplo Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 19, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: 1/2 room More details... Eldridge - Family Movie Starts: 1:00 pm Ends: March 19, 2014 - 1:00 pm Description: whole room More details...	20 Events on March 20, 2014 North Scott Chamber Lunch Meeting Starts: 11:00 am Ends: March 20, 2014 - 1:00 pm Description: 1/2 room More details... Eldridge - Lego @ the Library Starts: 4:30 pm Ends: March 20, 2014 - 4:30 pm Description: 1/2 room More details... Sheridan Meadows Association Starts: 7:00 pm Ends: March 20, 2014 - 7:50 pm Description: 1/2 ROOM More details...	21 Events on March 21, 2014 Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 21, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. More details... Eldridge - Dan Wardell Starts: 1:00 pm Ends: March 21, 2014 - 1:45 pm Description: whole room More details... Divergent party for teens Starts: 1:00 pm Ends: March 21, 2014 - 2:00 pm Description: 1/2 room More details...	22	23
24 Events on March 24, 2014 FRIENDS MEETING Starts: 1:30 pm Ends: March 24, 2014 - 1:30 pm Description: 1/2 room More details...	25 Events on March 25, 2014 Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 25, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. More details... Eldridge - Cooking & Nutrition Class Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 25, 2014 - 7:30 pm Description: whole rm (1/2 rm on February 25 & March 25) More details... SCLS MEETING Starts: 7:00 pm Ends: March 25, 2014 - 7:00 pm Description: 1/2 room More details...	26 Events on March 26, 2014 REMINGTON SEEDS Starts: 8:00 am Ends: March 26, 2014 - 11:00 am Description: 1/2 ROOM More details...	27 Events on March 27, 2014 GIRL SCOUTS 5199 Starts: 5:45 pm Ends: March 27, 2014 - 7:15 pm Description: 1/2 room More details... Eldridge - Nightfall Story Time Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 27, 2014 - 6:30 pm Description: 1/2 room More details...	28 Events on March 28, 2014 Eldridge - Preschool & Toddler Story Times Starts: 10:00 am Ends: March 28, 2014 - 10:00 am Description: Story Time for ages 0 - 5 every Tuesday & Friday at 10a.m. at our Eldridge Branch. Story Times include stories, songs and a simple craft that surround our weekly theme. No registration is required. More details...	29	30
31 Events on March 31, 2014 Post Prom Starts: 6:00 pm Ends: March 31, 2014 - 7:45 pm Description: 1/2 room More details... Book Discussion Starts: 6:30 pm Ends: March 31, 2014 - 6:30 pm Description: 1/2 room More details...

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