Make a Splash @ Your Library - Summer 2010
Today is 2/4/2012
The Library and Bookmobile will be your best bet for keeping cool this summer as we explore the wonderful world of water! Themes may include oceans, rivers, lakes, even swimming pools and weather.
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SUMMER KICK-OFF
Well known author/educator Eddy Weiss of the Chasing4Life Team will be sharing his book as well as exciting real-life experiences. Come and learn all about storm chasing from an expert. Several shows for your convenience.
Tuesday, June 8
Families 10:00am
Tweens & Teens 2:00pm
Families 7:00pm
Location: City Auditorium, 520 5th St., Ames
BABY TALK
Bring your baby, age 0-12 months, to the Library for this 20-minute program of action songs, stories, sign language, and more.
June 8 – July 1, July 12 – August 11*
Tuesdays 1:30-1:50pm
Wednesdays 11:05-11:25am
Thursdays 6:00-6:20pm
Location: Davidson Storytelling Room
*Please Note: Baby Talk will not be held on Thursday, August 12.
TODDLER TIME
Join Dewey Bear and Youth Services staff for 20 minutes of action rhymes, songs, and books perfect for the 3-year-old or younger child accompanied by an adult.
June 14 – July 2, July 12 – July 30
Mondays 10:00-10:20am
Tuesdays 10:00-10:20am
Wednesdays 10:00-10:20am
Thursdays 10:00-10:20am
Fridays 9:30-9:50am
Location: Davidson Storytelling Room
Thursdays 6:30-6:50pm
Location: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
FAMILY CRAFT STORYTIME
For families with young children*, a 45-minute storytime that includes books, music, and more, followed by a related craft activity. Themes change from week to week.
June 14 – July 2, July 12 – July 30
Mondays 10:00-10:45am
Tuesdays 10:00-10:45am
Wednesdays* 10:00-10:45am
Thursdays 10:00-10:45am
7:00-7:45pm
Fridays 10:00-10:45am
Location: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
*Please Note: On Wednesday, July 14, in place of storytime and a craft there will be a special performance of Little Red Riding Hood by the Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Company. All ages are invited.
K-CLUB
For children entering or just completing kindergarten, a 60-minute program that may include books, music, games, and activities. Each week will be a different theme.
June 14 – July 1, July 12 – July 29
Mondays 1:00-2:00pm
Thursdays 1:00-2:00pm
Location: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
1st – 3rd GRADERS
For children entering 1st grade to those just completing 3rd grade, this is a 60-minute theme-related program that may include books, games, and hands-on activities.
June 15 – July 1, July 13 – July 29
Tuesdays 1:00-2:00pm
Thursdays 2:30-3:30pm
Location: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
3rd – 6th GRADERS
For children entering 3rd grade to those just completing 6th grade, this is a 60-minute theme-related program that may include books, hands-on activities, and guest speakers.
June 16 – June 30, July 14 – July 28
Wednesdays 1:00-2:00pm
Location: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
FRIDAY FEATURES
Enjoy a family-friendly movie on the big screen in air-conditioned comfort. Free popcorn, too! Movie shown each week is as follows:
Fridays, 2:00pm
June 25* The Water Horse: Legend of the Deep (MPAA Rating PG)
July 2 Flushed Away (MPAA Rating PG)
July 9 Lilo & Stitch (MPAA Rating PG)
July 16 Andre (MPAA Rating PG)
July 23 Atlantis: The Lost Empire (MPAA Rating PG)
July 30 The Incredible Mr. Limpet (MPAA Rating G)
August 6 Free Willy (MPAA Rating PG)
August 13 Flipper (MPAA Rating PG)
Location: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
*Ronald McDonald will be making a guest appearance on Friday, June 25 at 1:30pm. Join us for this special half hour of entertainment.
PIRATES & MERMAIDS
Ahoy Matey! It’s dress-up day at Ames Public Library! Come in your favorite pirate clothing or mermaid outfits and partake in crafts and activities. Fun for the entire family; don’t forget your cameras!
Saturday, June 26, 2:00-3:00pm
Location: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
DAN WARDELL’S READING ROAD TRIP
Dan Wardell from IPTV Kids Clubhouse will bring his road trip to the park! Two shows for your convenience.
Monday, June 28
1:30-2:30pm & 2:30-3:30pm
Location: Bandshell Park, 125 E. 5th Street, Ames
(Rain location: Ames Public Library’s Farwell T. Brown Auditorium)
PRESCHOOL STORYTIMES @ the FIRE STATION
For preschoolers and their caregivers, Ames Public Library and Ames Fire Department will share fire safety stories, a simple craft activity, and give tours of the stations.
Friday, July 2, 9:00-10:00am
Location: Station #2 on Welch Avenue
Friday, July 23, 2:00-3:00pm
Location: Station #1 on 13th Street
CULTURAL PRESENTATIONS
International students from ISU’s Intensive English and Orientation Program will highlight and share interesting aspects of their cultures, followed by question and answer periods. Different days, different cultures!
Mondays, 2:30-3:30pm
July 12
July 19
July 26
Location: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
PUPPET SHOW
All ages are invited to this special presentation of Little Red Riding Hood by the Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Company of West Liberty, Iowa.
Wednesday, July 14, 10:00-10:45am
Location: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
PUPPET WORKSHOP
3rd graders and up, come be creative and make your very own puppet. A member of the Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre Company will show you how during this 60-minute hands-on activity. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Sign up at the Youth Desk.
Wednesday, July 14, 4:00-5:00pm
Location: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
HAWAIIAN LUAU
The islands are calling! We’re celebrating some Hawaiian culture right here at the Library with music, crafts, and activities. Don’t forget to wear your flip-flops.
Saturday, July 24, 2:00-3:00pm
Location: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
MAD SCIENCE of CENTRAL IOWA
Iowa’s Mad Scientist will present an exciting water-themed IMPACT SHOW! Geared for all ages, this show is both educational and entertaining! Come join in the fun!
Wednesday, July 28
3rd-6th Graders & Their Families 1:00-1:45pm
Families of All Ages 2:30-3:15pm
Location: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
HOT DOG DINNER THEATER
Rick Eugene will enthrall you with his feats of magic that include lots of audience participation. Two shows for your convenience.
Thursday, August 12
12:00-1:30pm & 5:00-6:30pm
Location: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
BALLOON ANIMALS WORKSHOP
9-year-olds and up, learn how to make balloon critters during this hour of hands-on activities. Space is limited so pre-registration is required. Sign up at the Youth Desk.
Thursday, August 12, 2:30-3:30pm
Location: Community Room
POOL PARTY
@ FURMAN AQUATIC CENTER
It’s a special pool party just for reading! Get your free pass by completing the first four slides on the summer reading program. (20 activities for teens, 10 activities for babies and toddlers.) Season passes do not apply for this special event.
Friday, August 13
Ages 9 and Older 8:00-10:00pm
Saturday, August 14
Children Up to Age 9 9:00-11:00am
(Must be accompanied by an adult)
Location: 1635 13th Street, Ames
BOOKMOBILE STORYTIMES
Summer stops with the bookmobile will include 30-minute storytimes of books, music, and more followed by a related craft activity. Smyles, the Library dog, will be visiting every storytime the week of June 14-18.
June 14 - July 2, July 12 - 30
• Mondays 6:30pm, Sawyer School
• Tuesdays 2:30pm, St. Cecilia School
5:15pm, Old Orchard Trailer Ct.
7:00pm, Kate Mitchell Elem. School
• Wednesdays 2:30pm, West Ames Hy-Vee
5:30pm, Fareway on Stange Rd.
• Thursdays 4:00pm, Gilbert Elementary School
• Fridays 6:30pm, Univ. Village Laundromat
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