Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (12/29)	Mon (12/30)	Tue (12/31)	Wed (1/01)	Thu (1/02)	Fri (1/03)	Sat (1/04)
All Day	This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Winter Reading Challenge All Day 12/26–1/31 Family, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Lobby Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults Program Type: Summer at the Library Program Details: All ages are invited to sign up at the Library, Bookmobile, or online at amespubliclibrary.beanstack.org. Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation. ^{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.}
		Closing Bookmobile Closed All Day 12/30–1/3 Branches: Off Site Description: Ames Public Library's Bookmobile will not go to its regular stops the week of January 1.
				Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Ames Public Library Description: The Library will be closed on New Year's Day.
8 am					Reservation Selectors meeting 8:30am–10:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
9 am					This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Adults" group The Mothering Circle 9:15am–10:15am Family, Adults This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Family, Adults Program Type: Meetup Program Details: All mothers are invited to come together to connect, explore issues, deepen intuition, and share their parenting journeys. We will address the needs and concerns of each mother so she can find compassionate support and inspiration. ^{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.}
10 am					This event is in the "Family" group STEM for Homeschoolers 10:00am–11:00am Family This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Class/Workshop, Meetup Program Details: Ames Public Library and ISU Extension & Outreach are teaming up to bring you a school year of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM)! This event is perfect for homeschool families. ^{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.} This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group "Escape From Narnia" ESCAPE ROOM CHALLENGE 10:00am–12:00pm Family, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Youth Services Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Program Details: Jump through the wardrobe and land in the world of C.S. Lewis’ Narnia. Can you follow the clues and solve the puzzles to escape before the White Witch locks you in forever? ^{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.} This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Adults" group The Mothering Circle 10:30am–11:30am Family, Adults This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Family, Adults Program Type: Meetup Program Details: All mothers are invited to come together to connect, explore issues, deepen intuition, and share their parenting journeys. We will address the needs and concerns of each mother so she can find compassionate support and inspiration. ^{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.}	This event is in the "Adults" group Quilt Program Planning Meeting 10:00am–11:00am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Meetup ^{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.} This event is in the "Adults" group Apple Users Group 10:00am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: IDEA Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Meetup, Technology Program Details: Come to the Library to get support and improve your use of Apple technology—iPhone, iPad, and Mac specifically. Participants can bring questions or issues they have with using Apple devices. ^{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.}	This event is in the "Adults" group Conversations in Russian 10:00am–11:00am Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: IDEA Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup Program Details: Native and non-native Russian speakers are invited to gather for some casual conversation in Russian. ^{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.} This event is in the "Adults" group Write in the Heart of Iowa 10:00am–12:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Rotary Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Author/Writing, Meetup Program Details: Write in the Heart of Iowa is a community critique group dedicated to helping writers reach their goals. This drop-in writing group is open to writers of all genres. ^{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.}
11 am		This event is in the "Adults" group Conversations in English 11:30am–12:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup Program Details: Native and non-native English speakers are invited to gather for some casual conversation in English. ^{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.}	This event is in the "Family" group Noon Year's Eve Party 11:00am–12:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Special Event Program Details: Families are invited for a special Noon Year’s Eve event! Join us for crafts from 11 AM to 11:40, and then dance your cares away at a dance party. We’ll end the program with a special toast and countdown to Noon! ^{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.}				This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Advisory Group (TAG) 11:00am–4:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Boards/Government, Meetup Program Details: Help plan exciting library events for teens, share what you’re reading, and make new friends. There’s free pizza, too! Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation. ^{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.}
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1 pm	This event is in the "Family" group Chanukah Storytime 1:30pm–2:30pm Family This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Program Details: Join us for a Chanukah Storytime celebrating the Holiday of Chanukah, the Jewish Festival of Lights. Listen to Chanukah stories, learn about background, customs and food, and create a Chanukah craft! ^{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.}	Reservation Claim Ames 2020 Census Campaign 1:00pm–3:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Purpose of Meeting The City of Ames Media Production Services Team would like to set up to take some photos and videos for our Claim Ames 2020 Census campaign.					Reservation Math Club for Girls (age 4-7) 1:30pm–2:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Purpose of Meeting Do Math activities with girls
2 pm	This event is in the "Family" group Month of Cardboard 2:00pm–4:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Meetup Program Details: Do you like cardboard? All ages are invited to join us as we build with this fun material including the use of "makedo" kits. This week our building prompt is "Cardboard City". ^{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.}	This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group "Escape From Narnia" ESCAPE ROOM CHALLENGE 2:00pm–4:00pm Family, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Youth Services Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Program Details: Jump through the wardrobe and land in the world of C.S. Lewis’ Narnia. Can you follow the clues and solve the puzzles to escape before the White Witch locks you in forever? ^{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.}
3 pm
4 pm		Reservation "No Shortcuts" Ch. 2 - DSA Reading Group 4:45pm–6:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Purpose of Meeting We'll read and discuss Chapter 2 of Jane McAlevey's "No Shortcuts: Organizing for Power in the New Gilded Age".				Reservation Bee Club Meeting 4:30pm–5:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Purpose of Meeting To learn about our upcoming bee seminar	This event is in the "Adults" group Conversations in French 4:00pm–5:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: IDEA Center Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup Program Details: Native and non-native French speakers are invited to gather for some casual conversation in French. ^{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.}
5 pm			Closing Library Closes at 5pm 5:00pm–9:00pm Branches: Ames Public Library Description: Ames Public Library will close at 5pm on New Year's Eve. The Library will remain closed on New Year's Day
6 pm		Reservation No Shortcuts Reading Group 6:30pm–8:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Purpose of Meeting We will be meeting to discuss chapter 2 of Jane McAlevey's book No Shortcuts			Reservation Girl scouts troop 01177 6:30pm–7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room This event is in the "Adults" group Conversations in ASL 6:30pm–8:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup Program Details: Come converse in American Sign Language (ASL) at the Library! ASL is a complete, complex language that employs signs made by moving the hands combined with facial expressions and postures of the body. ^{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.}