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Pella Public Library: Service Updates

The Pella Public Library is open to the public. Please see our Service Updates page for more information.

For more information on Children's programming, including Storytimes and the Summer Library Program, click here.

For questions, Public Library team members can be reached via phone at 641.628.4268.

Popular Resources

  • Beanstack_logo_catalogThe Pella Public Library is excited to announce that we are now using the online reading tracking tool Beanstack!  Beanstack is a one-of-a-kind, customizable app that offers patrons new seasonal reading challenges.  Register yourself and your family for the upcoming challenges.
  • Kanopy - Thoughtful Entertainment!  Stream on-demand documentaries, rare and hard-to-find titles, film festival favorites, indie and classic films, world cinema, PBS, The Great Courses, and independent filmmakers. More information
  • Adventure Pass - Use your library card to visit selected attractions, museums, and parks for free. More information
  • Brainfuse - a digital resource for career services and test preparations, including live job coaching and live veteran support. Instructions and video tutorial.
  • Bridges - Download great audio book and eBook titles! Enjoy them on your computer or transfer them to a compatible device. Instructions and updates
  • Credo Reference - an easy-to-use tool for research, homework, and other reference needs.
  • Pella Community Memory Database - A grant-funded project providing online access to Pella’s local history!  Includes photographs, letters, genealogical research, and more!  Read more about this project.
  • hoopla - Borrow movies, videos, music and audio books straight from your browser, tablet, or smartphone. hoopla Instructions The daily budget limit resets at midnight.
  • Pella Chronicle online - Search back issues of the Pella Chronicle and other local newspapers.
  • Transparent Language Online - Learn 100 plus languages at home, in the library or on the go. You will need to set up an account. Instructions for use (PDF)