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Teen Silent Book Club

Teen Silent Book Club

Friday, February 6, 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. 

Speed Friending

Speed Friending

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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:

Pokémon Club

Pokémon Club

Sunday, February 8, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Class/Workshop, Meetup

Age Group:

Family, Teens
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Teens
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Meetup
Program Details:

 

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. 

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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!

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COA Engagement Team

3:00pm–4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

Engagement Team Meeting

Story County Democrats Central Committee Meeting

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

Monthly Meeting

Ayyam-i-Ha Celebration

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

To celebrate the Festival of Ayyam-i-Ha, a time of giving, fellowship, service, and joy. All are welcome!

Ames Craft & Chat Social Club

2:00pm–4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Purpose of Meeting

Biweekly fiber arts meetups for the 20-30 somethings in the Ames area to make friends and create something beautiful.

YWCA Girls Power

3:00pm–4:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

This is a mentor program that meets twice a month on Sunday afternoons from 3 to 4:30 pm during which Iowa State students mentor middle school aged girls. 

Stitchery

1:00pm–4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Purpose of Meeting

Stitchery

ISU women's Club CLUTTER BUSTERS

2:30pm–4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Purpose of Meeting

Local women gather to share tips and encouragement for decluttering their homes

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

Elevate

9:15am–3:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Purpose of Meeting

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

RWCI Meeting

10:45am–1:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

General meeting with speaker

Selectors meeting

1:30pm–2:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Purpose of Meeting

Selectors meeting

SCA General Meeting

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

General meeting open to the public for people who love the middle ages and the arts, sciences, and fighting that occurred then. Come chat with us!

Toastmasters

9:15am–12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Purpose of Meeting

Hold a Toastmasters Speech contest

YWCA International Friendship Fair

10:00am–11:30am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

International Friendship Fair

Girl Scout Troop 769 & 1266

1:30pm–3:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Purpose of Meeting

troop meeting

YWCA CollegeBound

3:00pm–4:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Purpose of Meeting

College student led group helping Ames students learn about and prepare for college.

4-H Career Pathways Academy

5:00pm–7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Purpose of Meeting

4-H Career Pathways Academy is for students in 7-12th grade that will explore career fields and skills through workshops and guest speakers.

PEO Chapter KR Meeting

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

We have monthly meetings as we discuss our chapter business

Southdale HOA

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

Board Meeting

President

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

March meeting for AAUW. We will host a speaker and following that, have our business meeting.

Iowa State University Women's Club Gardening Group

11:30am–1:15pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Purpose of Meeting

A local florist will be demonstrating flower arranging 30-45 minutes. This person will be the only one arranging flowers, none of the group members will be arranging flowers.

girl scouts troop 1506

6:00pm–7:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Purpose of Meeting

bimonthly meeting

Ames Optimists Club Youth Oratorical Contest

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

We will be judging the three winning speeches from youth from the Ames and Gilbert Community School Districts.

Outdoor Alliance of Story County Board Meeting

4:15pm–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 of Outdoor Alliance of Story County