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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
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Ames Public Library
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Summer at the Library
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LEVEL UP your summer fun with Ames Public Library!

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

Terrific Tuesdays at Sawyer Elementary

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Presentation, Special Event, Summer at the Library

Age Group:

Family
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Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Presentation, Special Event, Summer at the Library
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Join us for more fun with another presentation of today's Terrific Tuesdays at Sawyer Elementary School (4316 Ontario Street, Ames).

 

ECHOES OF RESILIENCE: African American Experiences in the U.S.

ECHOES OF RESILIENCE: African American Experiences in the U.S.

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Movie

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
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Join us for a series of films centering the experiences of African Americans in the United States. Stay after the film for a facilitated conversation with community members.

Deep Roots Book Group

Deep Roots Book Group

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Rotary Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Book Discussion, Nature/Sustainability

Age Group:

Adults
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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. 

Swift Youth Writers Workshop

Swift Youth Writers Workshop

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Rotary Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Author/Writing, Class/Workshop

Age Group:

Teens
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Author/Writing, Class/Workshop
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Computer Classes

Computer Classes

Wednesday, June 25, 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
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Swift Youth Writers Workshop

Swift Youth Writers Workshop

Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Rotary Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Author/Writing, Class/Workshop

Age Group:

Teens
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Teens
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Amnesty International meeting

12:00pm–2:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

Amnesty International is a global, nonpartisan human rights organization.

"Acting Out" Rehearsal

9:00am–11:30am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Purpose of Meeting

This project examines research-backed theater for young audiences as a tool for early childhood social-emotional education.

Iowa School Psychology Association Annual Retreat

9:00am–3:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Purpose of Meeting

The Iowa School Psychology association meets one time per year over the summer in person to collaborate as a group and in smaller committees to plan activities and supports for the upcoming school year and review the bylaws of the association.

Book Sisters

9:30am–11:30am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

Book Club Discussion

Tutoring

4:30pm–6:00pm
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

Ames ABC

5:00pm–8:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Purpose of Meeting

Book club meeting to discuss "Freedom is a Constant Struggle" by Angela Davis.

More information at: linktr.ee/amesantifascistbookclub

Ames Antifascist Bookclub

5:30pm–8:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Purpose of Meeting

Meeting to discuss Freedom Is a Constant Struggle by Angela Davis. To learn more about AmesABC, connect with us at
www.linktr.ee/amesantifascistbookclub

"Acting Out" Rehearsal

9:00am–11:30am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Purpose of Meeting

This project examines research-backed theater for young audiences as a tool for early childhood social-emotional education.

Retired Thinkers

1:00pm–3:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Purpose of Meeting

Discussion group

"Acting Out" Rehearsal

12:00pm–3:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Purpose of Meeting

This project examines research-backed theater for young audiences as a tool for early childhood social-emotional education.

Tutoring

4:30pm–6:00pm
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

Staff Development

1:00pm–2:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room

Chamber music presentation

6:30pm–8:15pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

Chamber Music Performance by a couple of graduating seniors and friends.

Dry Hole Investment Club

7:00pm–8:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Purpose of Meeting

Educational discussion of equity investments and strategies; occasional decision to buy or sell equities.

City of Ames Employee Council Meeting

10:00am–11:00am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

City of Ames Employee Council meeting

Outdoor Alliance of Story County Board Meeting

4:30pm–6:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly Board Meeting

July babywearing meetup

5:30pm–7:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

Help caregivers with baby carriers

RWCI Committee Meeting

6:00pm–8:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Purpose of Meeting

General meeting with guest speaker

Tutoring

9:00am–10:00am
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

"Acting Out" Rehearsal

9:00am–11:30am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Purpose of Meeting

This project examines research-backed theater for young audiences as a tool for early childhood social-emotional education.

Cybersecurity and Technology Summer Workshop

12:30pm–2:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Purpose of Meeting

The Ames Cybersecurity and Technology Club (ACT) will host its second annual workshop for elementary and middle school students to learn about cybersecurity and technology.

braver angels

9:00am–11:30am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Purpose of Meeting

Friendly discussions between Reds&Blues

Iowa Lincoln Highway Association

9:30am–12:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

Quarterly meeting

Citizens' Climate Lobby July Chapter Meeting

11:00am–12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly chapter meeting to discuss climate advocacy