Events for Children and Families
Today is 2/9/2010
We connect you to the world of ideas through a variety of programming
for infants to teens, families and adults. All programs are free.
CHILDREN AND FAMILY PROGRAMMING: Sept. 13, 2009 - May 22, 2010
Note: Weekly storytimes will not be held December 21 - January 10.
WOW! Wild on Wednesdays
Children in kindergarten through 5th grade are invited to special events at the Library for early out Wednesdays!
Chinese New Year
Wednesday, February 10 at
2:45pm, Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Weather Everywhere
Wednesday, February 17
2:45pm, Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Blowing Your Top
Wednesday, February 24 at 2:45pm, Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Special Events
Best Books of 2009
Tuesday, February 9, 6:30-8:30pm, Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Parents, teachers, and all people interested in children’s literature are invited to a booktalk about APL’s favorite books for young people published in 2009. Books will be available for browsing starting at 6:00 pm. Presented by Youth Services staff in the Farwell T. Brown Auditorium, this program is free to the public.
Date With Dad
Saturday, February 13 at 1pm, Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Hey dads, make a date with the kids! Come to the Library together for Valentine’s Day stories and activities. We’ll also create a valentine gift to take home.
Family Movie Night:
Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Thursday, February 18 at
6:30pm, Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Come to Ames Public Library for a free showing of Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs. (2009; 90 minutes; MPAA Rating PG)
Homeschool Lunch Bunch
Friday, February 19 at 12:00pm, Founders Suite
Bring your lunch to the Library and enjoy conversation with other homeschoolers. This month, we’ll talk about books and learn about the Library!
Homeschool Dewey Hunt
Tuesday, February 23 at 11:00am, Davidson Storytelling Room
Mark your calendars for the Great Dewey Hunt of 2010. We’ll meet in the Story Room for instructions and form teams for a fun scavenger hunt.
Make & Take Early Literacy Crafts and Activities
Saturday, February 27, 1:00-3:00pm, Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Parents, grandparents, and caregivers are invited to experience the art of “process crafts” that support the early literacy skills, including flannel board stories, creating and using musical instruments, and I Spy bags. All materials will be provided.