Upcoming Closure:The Library will be closed Tues, Dec 24, and Wed, Dec 25. We will be closing early Tues, Dec 31 @ 1:00 PM and closed all day on Wed, Jan 1, 2025.

The Library offers a range of special services to help individuals, groups, and small businesses.

Home Delivery Service

Urbandale Public Library offers delivery of materials to adult patrons who are unable to come to the library due to illness, disability, or special circumstances. Materials will be delivered and picked up once a month. The patron must be a resident of Urbandale and a registered Urbandale Public Library cardholder in good standing.

Call (515) 278-3945 or complete this form for more information.

Notary Public Service

Notarization is the ‘act of witnessing’ by the Notary Public in accordance with specifications of state law. Notarization involves signed documents and requires the notary to ensure the signer’s identity and willingness to sign. There is no charge to use this service.

After reviewing the Urbandale Notarial Guidelines, please complete the Notary Appointment Request Form to schedule an appointment or call 515-278-3945.

Test Proctoring

Our Reference Desk staff offer test proctoring services for both written and on-line tests. There is no charge for this service, however, any postage and printing fees are the responsibility of the student. Students should notify the Library in advance to arrange a time for the exam. Most exams are taken in a study room or on an Internet terminal near the reference desk. 

View the Test Proctoring Guidelines for more information or call 515-278-3945.