Event List

Deep Roots Book Group

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Rotary Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Book Discussion, Nature/Sustainability

Age Group:

Adults

Join gardeners and nature enthusiasts for deep discussion of books in connection with the Ames Seed Library. Topics will touch on seeds and plants, gardening, community-building, and the relationship between humans, animals, and plants.

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Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Rotary Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Discussion, Nature/Sustainability

Program Details:

Join gardeners and nature enthusiasts for deep discussion of books in connection with the Ames Seed Library. Topics will touch on seeds and plants, gardening, community-building, and the relationship between humans, animals, and plants.

^{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.}

Elevate

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 9:15am - 4:30pm

Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

We know this is open to the public. We're ok if people attend. This is an all-staff meeting.

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room

Purpose of Meeting

We know this is open to the public. We're ok if people attend. This is an all-staff meeting.

Computer Classes

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

PEO Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Class/Workshop

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: PEO Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Class/Workshop

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.}

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: 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

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

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

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

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

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 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: 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: 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.}

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.}

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

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LEVEL UP your summer fun with Ames Public Library!

LEVEL UP your summer fun with Ames Public Library!