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That's Fun

That's Fun: '90s TV Trivia Night

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Meetup

Age Group:

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

 

Adulthood isn’t always fun, but at the Library it can be. Connect with other adults for a different fun-filled activity each month to build community. 

Heart of Ames

Heart of Ames: Audio & Iowa Sale

All Day 2/12 - 2/15
Lobby at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Book Sale

Age Group:

Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Sale
Program Details:


Stop by Literary Grounds for $1 audiobooks on CD! 

We'll also feature a selection of Ames/Iowa books and photo prints. 

Graphic of movie curtain above movie reel and ticket

Movies with Mainstream

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Movie

Age Group:

Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
Program Details:

 

Parenting Book Club: "Until the Streetlights Come On"

Parenting Book Club: "Until the Street Lights Come On"

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rotary Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Book Discussion, Meetup

Age Group:

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

Join the book club for parents struggling to get their kids off screens and back to play!

Teen Silent Book Club

Teen Silent Book Club

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Book Discussion, Meetup

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Discussion, Meetup
Program Details:

Hey teens, come to the Library's Teen Silent Book Club to unwind, read, and connect with others. We will enjoy good books and good—but quiet—company as we munch on some snacks. 

Baby Fair

Baby Fair

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Family
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Special Event
Program Details:

Need support as a new parent and don't know who to ask?

Come meet professionals and community partners to find resources and help for questions about pregnancy, birth, postpartum, and health for you and your child(ren).

Fiber Arts Meetup

Fiber Arts Meetup

Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Rotary Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Arts/Crafts

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Program Details:

 

Crafters of all ages are invited to join fellow fiber arts enthusiasts and work on their projects. Knit, crochet, embroidery, or any other fiber craft is welcome! 

Please bring your own materials.

 

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Learn with the League: Free Speech in Public Education

7:00pm–8:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Program Details:

Join League of Women Voters for a free presentation by education professional Joanne Tubbs.

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.