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Need to Know

How do I get a library card?

Come to the Circulation desk with an ID and proof of address to get a library card.

To save time fill out our online registration form before coming in. Please come in within 30 days to get your card. Online registrations are deleted after 30 days.

What is my pin?

Your pin is the password associated with your library card. You can request a password reset on the catalog log-in page.

Do you charge fines?

Most materials do not have overdue fines if returned late. Hotspots accrue fines at $1 a day.

A replacement cost will be charged for any item that is considered lost.

Do you have wi-fi?

Wireless internet is available throughout the building and on Library grounds 24/7. There is no password. Click through the ‘CPL_Wireless’ splash page and you are online.

Can I reserve a meeting room?

Meeting room space is available for local non-profit organizations. See our Meeting Rooms page for more information.

Upcoming Events

Banned Books Reading Challenge for all ages

October 1-31

Celebrate your freedom to read this October by participating in our Banned Book Reading Challenge. Read 1, 2, or 3 banned or challenged books to earn prizes.

Updates & Announcements

Johnson County Conservation Seed Processing

Wednesday, November 4 @ 2:00 pm

Join Johnson County Conservation for a Prairie Seed Processing volunteer event! Help break down native seeds for fall planting through actions such as crushing, plucking, sifting, and sorting.

Author Talk with James Kenyon

Monday, Nov. 2 @ 6:00 pm

Join James Kenyon, author of “The Immigrant Next Door”, for a presentation and discussion about his journey recording the incredible stories of immigrants in our community.

Early Voting

for the November 3, General Election

The Coralville Public Library is an early voting location for the November 3, General Election. All eligible voters may vote early at the Library on Saturday, October 24 & Sunday October 25.

Library Book Sale!

November 6 & 7

Sale hours: Friday 10:00-5:30 pm and Saturday 10:00-3:00 pm. Find a selection of fiction, non-fiction, CDs, and DVDs. No prices. It’s a pay what you want, free will donation sale.