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Library Clerk Interviews

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 9:00am - 3:00pm
PEO Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

On-Site Interviews

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

On-Site Interviews

Elevate

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 9:15am - 2:45pm
Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

We will be holding our monthly planning meeting. We are aware this is open to the public and they are welcome to attend.

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

We will be holding our monthly planning meeting. We are aware this is open to the public and they are welcome to attend.

Tutoring

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

English language training

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor
Purpose of Meeting

English language training

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Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 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.

 

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.

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Baby Time

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Meetup, Storytime
Age Group:
Family

 

Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Meetup, Storytime
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.

girl scouts troop 1506

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
PEO Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

bimonthly meeting

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

bimonthly meeting

Ames History Museum: The Ames Connection to WW2's Manhattan Project

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
History/Genealogy, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

 

Topic — The Ames Connection to WW2's Manhattan Project

Speaker — Kathy Svec, daughter of a Project researcher

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

 

Topic — The Ames Connection to WW2's Manhattan Project

Speaker — Kathy Svec, daughter of a Project researcher

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: German

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 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.

 

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, February 25, 2026 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.

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.

Project Smyles meeting

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Danfoss Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Project Smyles staff to do a review of storytime materials.

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

Project Smyles staff to do a review of storytime materials.

Head Start Application Appointments

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 9:45am - 11:45am
Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Head Start application appointments

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor
Purpose of Meeting

Head Start application appointments

Iowa Aging & Disability Resource Center

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Social Services
Age Group:
Adults

Community Support Advocates will be available to help older adults, people with disabilities, and their caregivers connect with local services and support.

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

Community Support Advocates will be available to help older adults, people with disabilities, and their caregivers connect with local services and support.

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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Family Storytime

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family

 

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.

 

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.

Head Start Application Appointments

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 11:45am - 1:45pm
Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Head Start Application Appointments

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor
Purpose of Meeting

Head Start Application Appointments

Head Start Application Appointments

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 1:45pm - 3:45pm
Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Head Start Application Appointments

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor
Purpose of Meeting

Head Start Application Appointments

UnityPoint Health - Eyerly Ball at the Library

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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.

  • Thursdays, 2-3pm on the second floor

 

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.

  • Thursdays, 2-3pm 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.

Tutoring

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Study Room #3 - 2nd Floor at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

English language training

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

English language training

COA Engagement Team

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Engagement Team Meeting

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

Engagement Team Meeting

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Dementia Caregiver Support Group

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Meetup, Presentation
Age Group:
Adults

Caring for someone with dementia can bring challenging moments. Join others who understand the journey and share your experiences, and leave with practical, confidence-building tools you can use right away.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Meetup, Presentation
Program Details:

Caring for someone with dementia can bring challenging moments. Join others who understand the journey and share your experiences, and leave with practical, confidence-building tools you can use right away.

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.

Library Storytimes image with smiling cartoon sun in cloudy sky

Baby Time

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Meetup, Storytime
Age Group:
Family

 

Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Meetup, Storytime
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.

Outdoor Alliance

Outdoor Alliance: How the Great Plains' Waters Are Changing

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Nature/Sustainability
Age Group:
Adults

 

Topic — Greener and Drier: How the Great Plains' Waters Are Changing
Speaker — Dr. Amy Burgin

Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Nature/Sustainability
Program Details:

 

Topic — Greener and Drier: How the Great Plains' Waters Are Changing
Speaker — Dr. Amy Burgin

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.

Story County Democrats Central Committee Meeting

Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
PEO Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly Meeting

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

Monthly Meeting

Storybook S.T.E.M. Image features book with science-related objects and equipment.

Storybook S.T.E.M.

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Meetup, Storytime
Age Group:
Family

 

Families are invited to enjoy a short storytime and get hands-on with a fun related STEM activity for all ages!

 

Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Meetup, Storytime
Program Details:

 

Families are invited to enjoy a short storytime and get hands-on with a fun related STEM 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.

Teen Book vs. Movie

Teen Book vs. Movie: Movie Night

Friday, February 27, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Teens

Hey teens, take a front row seat in the ultimate showdown: book vs. movie!

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

Hey teens, take a front row seat in the ultimate showdown: book vs. movie!

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.