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Window Painting with Bird Friendly Iowa

Window Painting with Bird Friendly Iowa

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
In Front of Library at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Arts/Crafts, Nature/Sustainability

Age Group:

Family, Teens, Adults
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: In Front of Library
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Nature/Sustainability
Program Details:

Families are welcome to join volunteer artists from the Ames High Art Club and Bird Friendly Iowa as we paint and decorate the Library’s outdoor windows.

Student Fringe Festival 2025

Student Fringe Festival 2025

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Danfoss Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Concert, Presentation

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Concert, Presentation
Program Details:

Iowa State University Department of Music and Theatre's annual Student Fringe Festival allows students to flex their theater muscles in a celebration of innovation and creativity.

Student Fringe Festival 2025

Student Fringe Festival 2025

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Danfoss Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Concert, Presentation

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Concert, Presentation
Program Details:

Iowa State University Department of Music and Theatre's annual Student Fringe Festival allows students to flex their theater muscles in a celebration of innovation and creativity.

Natural Discoveries

Natural Discoveries

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Storytime Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Arts/Crafts, Nature/Sustainability, Storytime

Age Group:

Family
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Nature/Sustainability, Storytime
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Join ISU's Environmental Education Club for storytime, a craft, and fun activities based on a different ecological theme each month. Children of any age can come explore and learn more about our environment.

 

YSS Teen Workshop: Mental Health Awareness

YSS Teen Workshop: Mental Health Awareness

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Space at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Class/Workshop

Age Group:

Teens
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Class/Workshop
Program Details:

May is National Mental Health Month! During this workshop, teens will learn steps to take to support and maintain their mental health through self-care and stress management. Fun activities will be provided!

 

Computer Classes

Computer Classes

Wednesday, May 7, 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:

 

Tail Waggin' Tales

Tail Waggin' Tales

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Class/Workshop, Special Event, Storytime

Age Group:

Family
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Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Class/Workshop, Special Event, Storytime
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Get ready to clap your hands and wag your tail! 

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Student Fringe Festival 2025

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Concert, Presentation
Program Details:

Iowa State University Department of Music and Theatre's annual Student Fringe Festival allows students to flex their theater muscles in a celebration of innovation and creativity.

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.

Student Fringe Festival 2025

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Concert, Presentation
Program Details:

Iowa State University Department of Music and Theatre's annual Student Fringe Festival allows students to flex their theater muscles in a celebration of innovation and creativity.

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.

Learn with the League: Current Healthcare Issues — Improving Quality and Access

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

Dr. Michail Kitchell, MD. will discuss concerns regarding public and private insurance coverage and healthcare access for Americans.

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.

Co-Parenting: Communication Challenges and Legal Consequences

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Program Details:

Effective communication between co-parents is essential for fostering a stable and healthy environment for children.

This presentation will explore the critical role that communication plays in co-parenting.

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 History Museum: Ames Oddities

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: History/Genealogy, Presentation
Program Details:

Topic — Ames Oddities: A Pictorial Tour

Speaker — Kathy Svec, museum volunteer, with help from Sharon Wirth, Bob Bourne, and Alex Fejfar

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.

Through the Lens: Magic Lantern Show

7:00pm - 8:30pm
Adults
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.