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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
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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?

How to Brew Kombucha

How to Brew Kombucha

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Class/Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop
Registration Required
Program Details:

 

Registration required. Limited to 25 participants.

Terrific Tuesdays: Magician Mikayla Oz

Terrific Tuesdays: Magician Mikayla Oz

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Presentation, Special Event, Summer at the Library

Age Group:

Family
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Presentation, Special Event, Summer at the Library
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Terrific Tuesdays features performers from all over the Midwest in a variety of acts. Families of all ages are encouraged to come participate and watch these amazingly talented artists and performers.

 

Terrific Tuesdays at Sawyer Elementary

Tuesday, June 17, 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).

 

Teen Magic: Mikayla Oz

Teen Magic: Mikayla Oz

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Presentation, Special Event, Summer at the Library

Age Group:

Teens
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Presentation, Special Event, Summer at the Library
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Teens are invited to an up close magic experience with Mikayla Oz, where sleight of hand meets mind-bending illusions.

Computer Classes

Computer Classes

Wednesday, June 18, 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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Life Skills for Teens: Resiliency

Life Skills for Teens: Resiliency

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Class/Workshop, Summer at the Library

Age Group:

Teens
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Summer at the Library
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Teens are invited to helpful sessions to help you prepare for your life ahead. Gain valuable skills and knowledge while having fun with your friends and our talented team of presenters from ISU!

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Teen Anime Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Meetup, Movie
Program Details:

 

Join our monthly meetup to watch some anime, talk about your favorite manga, or create your own art and manga.

Open to 6th-12th graders. Anime watched is considered to be rated G to PG13.

 

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.

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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Program Details:

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.

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.

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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Program Details:

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.

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.

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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Program Details:

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.

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.

Movies with Mainstream

10:00am–1:00pm
Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
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.

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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Program Details:

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.

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 Anime Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Meetup, Movie
Program Details:

 

Join our monthly meetup to watch some anime, talk about your favorite manga, or create your own art and manga.

Open to 6th-12th graders. Anime watched is considered to be rated G to PG13.

 

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 Movie — "Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl"

5:30pm–8:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movie, Summer at the Library
Program Details:

 

Stop into the Teen Space for a movie and some snacks!

We'll be watching Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl (2003, MPAA Rating PG-13, 2h 23m).

 

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.

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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Program Details:

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.

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.

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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Program Details:

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.

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.

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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Program Details:

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.

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.

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

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Program Details:

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.

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.

Movies with Mainstream

10:00am–1:00pm
Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
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.

Teen Anime Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Meetup, Movie
Program Details:

 

Join our monthly meetup to watch some anime, talk about your favorite manga, or create your own art and manga.

Open to 6th-12th graders. Anime watched is considered to be rated G to PG13.

 

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.

Movies with Mainstream

10:00am–1:00pm
Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
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.

Teen Anime Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Meetup, Movie
Program Details:

 

Join our monthly meetup to watch some anime, talk about your favorite manga, or create your own art and manga.

Open to 6th-12th graders. Anime watched is considered to be rated G to PG13.

 

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.

Movies with Mainstream

10:00am–1:00pm
Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
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.

Teen Anime Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Meetup, Movie
Program Details:

 

Join our monthly meetup to watch some anime, talk about your favorite manga, or create your own art and manga.

Open to 6th-12th graders. Anime watched is considered to be rated G to PG13.

 

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 Anime Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Meetup, Movie
Program Details:

 

Join our monthly meetup to watch some anime, talk about your favorite manga, or create your own art and manga.

Open to 6th-12th graders. Anime watched is considered to be rated G to PG13.

 

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.

Movies with Mainstream

10:00am–1:00pm
Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
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.

Movies with Mainstream

10:00am–1:00pm
Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
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.

Teen Anime Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Meetup, Movie
Program Details:

 

Join our monthly meetup to watch some anime, talk about your favorite manga, or create your own art and manga.

Open to 6th-12th graders. Anime watched is considered to be rated G to PG13.

 

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.

Movies with Mainstream

10:00am–1:00pm
Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Movie
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.

Teen Anime Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
Teens
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Meetup, Movie
Program Details:

 

Join our monthly meetup to watch some anime, talk about your favorite manga, or create your own art and manga.

Open to 6th-12th graders. Anime watched is considered to be rated G to PG13.

 

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.