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Ames Public Library

(515) 239-5646
515 Douglas Avenue
Ames, IA 50010
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Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 21 2023 Thu

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 21 2023 Thu

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Boards/Government


Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.

This event is in the "Family" group.
Sep 22 2023 Fri

Storybook Science

10:30am - 11:00am
This event is in the "Family" group.
Sep 22 2023 Fri

Storybook Science

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Special Event
Program Details:
  Families are invited to get hands-on with a fun science activity for all ages!   ...


Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 22 2023 Fri

The Bridge Home

11:00am - 2:00pm
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 22 2023 Fri

The Bridge Home

11:00am - 2:00pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Services
Program Details:
  Ames Public Library is partnering with The Bridge Home to provide easy access to critical services. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessnes...


Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 23 2023 Sat

Maximum Ames Festival: Djimbe Drum Circle

10:00am - 11:00am
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 23 2023 Sat

Maximum Ames Festival: Djimbe Drum Circle

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop
Program Details:
  Myquan of Drum Iowa will lead an informal drum circle. Some drums will be provided, feel free to bring your own. Stop in for as long as you are able.   ...


Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.

This event is in the "Family" group.
Sep 23 2023 Sat

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
This event is in the "Family" group.
Sep 23 2023 Sat

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime
Program Details:
  Children of all ages and their grown-ups are invited to this storytime to build listening, language, and literacy skills through music, movement, song and action rhymes. Each week will feature a new theme.   ...


Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 23 2023 Sat

Growing Your Family Meetup

11:15am - 12:15pm
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 23 2023 Sat

Growing Your Family Meetup

11:15am - 12:15pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family, Adults
Program Type: Meetup
Program Details:
Join this inclusive and welcoming community of families that are growing. Whether you are pregnant, adopting, just delivered or have young children at home, join us as we support each other and grow together. Facilitated by Certified Nurse Mid...


Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 23 2023 Sat

MAXIMUM AMES FESTIVAL: Beginners Yoga

12:00pm - 1:00pm
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 23 2023 Sat

MAXIMUM AMES FESTIVAL: Beginners Yoga

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop
Program Details:
  A Yogafit instructor will lead a beginner friendly yoga practice for ages 14+. Kids ages 10-13 can participate with a guardian present. Some mats will be provided, please bring your own if you are able.   ...


Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 23 2023 Sat

Conversation Circles: Russian

3:00pm - 4:00pm
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 23 2023 Sat

Conversation Circles: Russian

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup
Program Details:
  Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in Russian. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language.   To join via Zoom, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82374666226?pwd=OFpX...


Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 23 2023 Sat

Conversation Circles: French

4:00pm - 5:30pm
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 23 2023 Sat

Conversation Circles: French

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup
Program Details:
  Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in French. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language.   To join via Zoom, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82374666226?pwd=OFpXL...


Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome proposals via our website for programs at www.amespubliclibrary.org/programproposal and exhibits at https://www.amespubliclibrary.org/exhibit-proposal.

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