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Keys to Dementia Prevention

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
PEO Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

The class aims to reduce individual risk of dementia by promoting healthy lifestyle habits.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Purpose of Meeting

The class aims to reduce individual risk of dementia by promoting healthy lifestyle habits.

Conversation Circles

Conversation Circles: German

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Language Learning, Meetup
Age Group:
Adults

 

Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in German. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language.

 

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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 German. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language.

 

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.

View from the Margins Book Group

View from the Margins Book Group

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Danfoss Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Book Discussion, Meetup
Age Group:
Adults

 

Check out this book group for fresh insights and lively discussion about topics relating to society, identity, and culture.

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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion, Meetup
Program Details:

 

Check out this book group for fresh insights and lively discussion about topics relating to society, identity, and culture.

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.

Piano recital

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Rotary Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

To allow the piano students of Diana Helmer to perform for others. Family and friends are invited. The general public is also welcome.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Purpose of Meeting

To allow the piano students of Diana Helmer to perform for others. Family and friends are invited. The general public is also welcome.

City of Ames Summer NEO

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Summer new employee onboarding.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

Summer new employee onboarding.

ESL Tutoring

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room #3 - 2nd Floor at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

ESL tutoring

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Study Room #3 - 2nd Floor
Purpose of Meeting

ESL tutoring

The Bridge Home. Helping you navigate through life's hardships.

The Bridge Home

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Social Services
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

 

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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 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.

Magic Lantern setup

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

prepare for program at 7

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

prepare for program at 7

Story County Democrats Central Committee Meeting

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
PEO Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly Committee Meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly Committee Meeting

Through the Lens: Magic Lantern Show

Through the Lens: Magic Lantern Show

Thursday, May 29, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Arts/Crafts, History/Genealogy, Presentation, Special Event
Age Group:
Adults

Experience the precursor to cinema and moving pictures! Historian Mike Zahs and librarian Elizabeth Riordan will present a free, live Magic Lantern show at the Library.

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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, History/Genealogy, Presentation, Special Event
Program Details:

Experience the precursor to cinema and moving pictures! Historian Mike Zahs and librarian Elizabeth Riordan will present a free, live Magic Lantern show at the Library.

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.

The Bridge Home. Helping you navigate through life's hardships.

The Bridge Home

Friday, May 30, 2025 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Social Services
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

 

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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 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.

Bike Fair

Bike Fair

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
In Front of Library at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Health/Fitness, Special Event
Age Group:
Family, Teens, Adults

Learn more about biking in our community by meeting local organizations focused on the hobby! You can also learn how to load a bike onto a Cyride bus bike rack.

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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: In Front of Library
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health/Fitness, Special Event
Program Details:

Learn more about biking in our community by meeting local organizations focused on the hobby! You can also learn how to load a bike onto a Cyride bus bike rack.

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.

Bike Fair

Bike Rodeo

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
In Front of Library at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Health/Fitness, Special Event
Age Group:
Family, Teens, Adults

Join Safe Routes to School Iowa for a bike rodeo, where kids can learn the basics of important cycling skills—like safety and road rules—in a safe and supervised environment. 

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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: In Front of Library
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health/Fitness, Special Event
Program Details:

Join Safe Routes to School Iowa for a bike rodeo, where kids can learn the basics of important cycling skills—like safety and road rules—in a safe and supervised environment. 

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

Conversation Circles: Russian

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Language Learning, Meetup
Age Group:
Adults

 

Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in Russian. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language.

 

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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.

 

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

Conversation Circles: French

Saturday, May 31, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Language Learning, Meetup
Age Group:
Adults

 

Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in French. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language.

 

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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.

 

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.

Get ready for summer reading at your library!

Summer Reading Challenge 2025

All Day 6/1 - 8/24
Ames Public Library at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Family, Teens, Adults

 

LEVEL UP your summer fun with Ames Public Library!

Do you love free stuff? Are you between the ages of 0 and 120?

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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Ames Public Library
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Summer at the Library
Program Details:

 

LEVEL UP your summer fun with Ames Public Library!

Do you love free stuff? Are you between the ages of 0 and 120?

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.

ames town and gown book club

Sunday, June 1, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

book club meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

book club meeting

Library Storytimes image with smiling cartoon sun in cloudy sky

Toddler Storytime

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family

 

Families with toddlers are invited for a storytime filled with music, stories, and fun! Mondays and Wednesdays are the same presentation.

 

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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.

Mary Greeley Medical Center at APL

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Social Services
Age Group:
Teens, Adults


Staff from Mary Greeley Medical Center will be available in the Library to talk about inpatient and outpatient mental health services in the Ames community.

  • Mondays, 11am-1pm on the second floor

 

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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Services
Program Details:


Staff from Mary Greeley Medical Center will be available in the Library to talk about inpatient and outpatient mental health services in the Ames community.

  • Mondays, 11am-1pm on the second floor

 

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.

Free Summer Meals for Kids & Teens. Open to all children under 18.

Free Summer Meals for Kids and Teens

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Health/Fitness, Summer at the Library
Age Group:
Family, Teens

 

Having a full stomach of good food is important! Eat a free lunch weekdays this summer from 11:30am-12:30pm in the Library's Auditorium.

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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Teens
Program Type: Health/Fitness, Summer at the Library
Program Details:

 

Having a full stomach of good food is important! Eat a free lunch weekdays this summer from 11:30am-12:30pm in the Library's Auditorium.

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. Image features cartoon people with speech bubbles containing the American, French, and Spanish flags in front of a globe and a giant book.

Conversation Circles: English

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm
Danfoss Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Language Learning, Meetup
Age Group:
Adults

 

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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup
Program Details:

 

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.

UnityPoint Health - Eyerly Ball at the Library

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Social Services
Age Group:
Adults

 

Staff from UnityPoint Health - Eyerly Ball will be available in the Library to connect you with mental health services.

  • Mondays, 1:30-3:30pm on the second floor

 

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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social Services
Program Details:

 

Staff from UnityPoint Health - Eyerly Ball will be available in the Library to connect you with mental health services.

  • Mondays, 1:30-3:30pm on the second floor

 

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.

Juneteenth Planning Meeting

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
PEO Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Planning Meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Purpose of Meeting

Planning Meeting

Teen Board Game Night

Teen Board Game Night

Monday, June 2, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Space at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Teens

Calling all 6th-12th graders for a new event: Teen Board Game Night! 

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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event
Program Details:

Calling all 6th-12th graders for a new event: Teen Board Game Night! 

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.