Book Bike
The Book Bike brings the library to the community from May – October! When you spot the Book Bike stop by to check out books, sign up for a library card, and learn more about library services and programs!
Book Bike Schedule
5:30 to 7:30 pm
May 14, 21, 28
June 4, 18
July 2
between Laundromania and Java House
May 23, 11 am to 1 pm
June 13, 11 am to 1 pm
July 18, 2 to 4 pm
August 8, 2 to 4 pm
3:30 to 5 pm
June 12
July 10
Ranshaw House Lawn (515 Community Way)
11 am to 1 pm
June 25
July 24
FAQ
What is the Book Bike?
The Book Bike is our mobile library on wheels—designed to bring books to parks, community events, and other public spaces.
Can I pick up holds and ILLs at the Book Bike?
Anyone with a North Liberty Library card can check out materials at the North Liberty Book Bike. When you ask for a hold or Interlibrary Loan let us know you’d like to pick it up at the Book Bike.
How do I get a library card?
You can register for a library card at the Book Bike or online.
How do I return books?
You can return your books at any of the Book Bike stops or at the North Liberty Library.
Where do I find schedule updates?
Bookmobile service will occasionally be interrupted by holidays and inclement weather. For the most up-to-date information, look at our daily schedule on this web page.
The North Liberty Community Center was designated bike-friendly in 2022 by Bike Iowa City, a local organization supporting local biking and bike tourism. This designation acknowledges the amenities and offerings the Community Center has for cyclists.
- Information on local tails
- Convenient bike storage
- Bike Repair Kits at Recreation and Library front desks with patch kits and inner tubes
- Bike locks available for checkout in the library.
- Helmets available for purchase in the Recreation Department for $12 each
- Bike registration offered through the Police Department, which can help us get your bike back to you if it’s lost or stolen