Evening Events

Special Event: ILA will be showing a special screening of the documentary film The Librarians immediately preceding the Opening Reception on Wednesday, October 1. After the film is shown, we will have a post-screening Q&A conversation with the filmmaking team and some local voices.

The film focuses on librarians who are on the front lines of protecting our First Amendment rights in providing access to information in libraries. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in early 2025 and has been on the film festival circuit since then, winning awards at both the Sarasota and Dallas Film Festivals. Through the generous support of the Iowa Library Association Foundation, we are able to bring this film to all attendees at no additional cost. I encourage you to thank the Foundation for their support—this film promises to be both professionally impactful and a moment of solidarity for those affected by challenges to the freedom to read.

Provided by the Iowa Library Association Foundation

Join us for a special evening as the Iowa Library Association hosts our Exhibitor Appreciation Reception—a fun and casual opportunity to connect with the organizations that support ILA and libraries across Iowa.

This event is our way of expressing sincere appreciation to the exhibitors and sponsors whose ongoing support strengthens our libraries, advances our mission, and helps make our events possible.

Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere with great networking, light snacks, and beverages.

Please note: The cash bar will accept credit cards, debit cards, Apple Pay, and other electronic payments only. Cash will not be accepted.



Let’s come together to celebrate and thank the partners who help us grow! We hope to see you there!

Calling all librarians! Unplug your catalogues and sharpen your wits at our Trivia & Board Game Night—Thursday, October 3rd at 7 PM in the Sioux City Convention Center. Test your pop-culture and literature knowledge in fast-paced trivia rounds, or team up (or go head-to-head!) over classic board games. Bring your competitive spirit, your game face, and a friend for an evening of laughs, networking, and well-earned bragging rights! See you there—may the best library brain win!



There will be a concession cart with food, snacks, and beverages available for purchase.