Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that mails free, quality books monthly to children from birth until age five. The Hudson Public Library Foundation is the local funding partner for children residing in the 50643 zip code area. You may register your child at www.imaginationlibrary.com.

Contact the Hudson Public Library at 319-988-4217 with any questions.

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Hudson Public Library

Welcome to the Hudson Public Library! The library is your one-stop source for all of your informational needs! We have a large selection of books, magazines, newspapers, electronic resources, and items available to be checked out by our library cardholders. You can find several online databases, news, announcements, and a calendar of upcoming library events!

online resources

Hudson Historical Archive

digital content

Library of Things

Educational Resources

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Featured Events

Feb 12

Watercolor Class

Feb 12, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Learn beginning watercolor with local artist Kay Marquard. Registration required and space is limited.

Feb 16

Library Closed

Feb 16, 2026

Closed for Presidents Day

Feb 17

Coffee and Music

Feb 17, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Come down for coffee at the library on Tuesday mornings from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Local musicians will be providing music.

Feb 18

Early-Out Event: Board Games

Feb 18, 2026, 2:15 PM – 4:00 PM

Play a favorite or try a new one!

Feb 19

Watercolor Class

Feb 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Learn beginning watercolor with local artist Kay Marquard. Registration required and space is limited.

Feb 23

Stories and More Storytime: Mo Willems

Feb 23, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

Join us for stories and crafts/activities. Geared for ages 3-5, but all ages are welcome!

Feb 24

Coffee and Music

Feb 24, 2026, 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Come down for coffee at the library on Tuesday mornings from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Local musicians will be providing music.

Feb 25

Early-Out Event: Program a Maze

Feb 25, 2026, 2:15 PM – 4:00 PM

Learn basics of coding and fixing bugs by creating maze directions for others to follow.

Feb 26

Watercolor Class

Feb 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Learn beginning watercolor with local artist Kay Marquard. Registration required and space is limited.