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Pridefest: Teen Chalk the Walk

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: In Front of Library
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Program Details:
  Teens are invited to come and decorate the sidewalks outside the Library in preparation for Pridefest. Teens can write positive affirmations and draw pictures.   Presented by Ames Public Library's Teen Advisory Group (TAG) in&n...

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.

Pridefest: "Are You Ok?" Video

9:00am - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Grand Staircase Exhibit Space
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Exhibit
Program Details:
  Drop by to watch the recording of the September 9 "Are You Okay" event. This conversation with Jesse Freidin focuses on their photographs with trans youth living in states facing anti-trans legislation. Freidin's "Are You Ok?" Exhibit ...

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.

Pridefest — Iowa Safe Schools: Youth Activism 101

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Meetup
Program Details:
  Join Iowa Safe Schools for a free workshop tailored specifically for youth who want to make a difference in their communities. Gain a solid foundation in leadership skills and community building strategies in this interactive workshop. ...

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.

Pridefest: Caregivers Panel

10:00am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Program Details:
  Topic — Caregivers Panel: What your Trans Kids needs and doesn’t know to tell you Parents, family, and allies are invited to learn how to support trans youth from a trans adult and a counselor who works with trans youth. Our panelists ...

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.

Family Storytime featuring Pride

10:30am - 11:00am
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime
Program Details:
  Families are invited to a special storytime celebrating pride and self-expression.   Presented in partnership with Ames Public Library and Ames Pride as part of Ames Pridefest 2023. ...

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.

Pridefest: LGBTQIA+ Legislative Update

11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Presentation, Voting
Program Details:
  Get a recap from Erica Dubin-Barz, community engagement associate for ACLU Iowa, and Keenan Crow, Director of Policy and Advocacy at One Iowa, a statewide LGBTQ advocacy organization, about Iowa’s recent legislation affecting the LGBTQIA+...

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.

Pridefest: Voter Registration

12:00pm - 6:00pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: In Front of Library
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Voting
Program Details:
  The League of Women Voters will be available to help you register to vote. Come prepared with an Iowa driver's license number, Iowa non-operator ID number, or Social Security number, if you have one.   Presented in partnersh...

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.

Conversation Circles: Russian

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss 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.

Conversation Circles: French

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss 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.