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Ames Public Library

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

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Sep 5
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30
2023

Are You Okay? Portrait Series

All Day 9/5 - 9/30
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
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Sep 5
-
30
2023

Are You Okay? Portrait Series

All Day 9/5 - 9/30
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Vestibule
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Exhibit, Special Event
Program Details:
  ‘Are You Ok?’ is a portrait series that documents the experience of trans youth living in states facing anti-trans legislation during this incredibly dangerous moment in queer history. These portraits feature trans and non-binary ...


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-Oct 2023

Jack Trice Exhibit: Tower of Strength

All Day 9/15 - 10/31
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Sep-Oct 2023

Jack Trice Exhibit: Tower of Strength

All Day 9/15 - 10/31
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: The Gallery
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exhibit
Program Details:
Ames History Museum is honoring Jack Trice with a traveling exhibit which covers Trice's early life in Ohio, journey to Ames, last football game, and legacy. Included in the exhibit are rarely-seen images of Trice and his wife, Cora Mae.  ...


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.

This event is in the "Family" group.
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Sep 24 2023 Sun

Pokémon Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Sep 24 2023 Sun

Pokémon Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Teens
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Meetup
Program Details:
  Calling all school-aged Poké-Kids! Come learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game and use a Library-supplied deck to battle other players. You can bring your decks to talk and strategize with other players, but card trading will not...


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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This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 25 2023 Mon

IowaWORKS at the Library

9:30am - 12:30pm
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Sep 25 2023 Mon

IowaWORKS at the Library

9:30am - 12:30pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Services
Program Details:
  Ames Public Library is partnering with IowaWORKS to provide easy access to critical services in our community. Come by to speak with an IowaWORKS Career Planner for individualized, one-on-one career services. Career Planners can assist...


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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Sep 25 2023 Mon

ACCESS at the Library

10:00am - 12:00pm
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Sep 25 2023 Mon

ACCESS at the Library

10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Jonie & John Fitzsimmons Study Room - 1st Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social Services
Program Details:
  Staff from ACCESS (Assault Care Center Extending Shelter & Support) will be available in the Library to provide services that enhance safety and empower survivors of domestic abuse or sexual assault. If you are dealing with sexual har...


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 25 2023 Mon

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
This event is in the "Family" group.
Sep 25 2023 Mon

Toddler Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime
Program Details:
  Families with toddlers are invited for a storytime filled with music, stories, and fun! Mondays and Wednesdays are the same presentation.   ...


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 25 2023 Mon

Conversation Circles: English

12:30pm - 1:30pm
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 25 2023 Mon

Conversation Circles: English

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup
Program Details:
  Gather for casual conversations in English. The focus of this group is to help English Language Learners gain confidence and fluency in a comfortable and fun setting. Library staff will pair native and non-native speakers and provide them...


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 25 2023 Mon

IowaWORKS at the Library

1:30pm - 3:30pm
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Sep 25 2023 Mon

IowaWORKS at the Library

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Services
Program Details:
  Ames Public Library is partnering with IowaWORKS to provide easy access to critical services in our community. Come by to speak with an IowaWORKS Career Planner for individualized, one-on-one career services. Career Planners can assist...


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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