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 (8/09)	Mon (8/10)	Tue (8/11)	Wed (8/12)	Thu (8/13)	Fri (8/14)	Sat (8/15)
All Day	This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Summer Reading Challenge All Day 6/1–8/14 Family, Teens, Adults Virtual Event 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: Online Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults Program Type: Summer at the Library Program Details: This year our summer reading challenge for all ages is designed to develop a reading habit and connect everyone to the world of ideas through the Ames Public 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.}
			Closing Library Closed All Day Branches: Ames Public Library, Online, Off Site Description: The Library will remain closed due to the storm and power outages. Phone and email contact is affected as well.
10 am		This event is in the "Family" group Toddler Time 10:00am–10:30am 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 20-25 minutes of music and a book, while building early literacy skills perfect for toddlers and their 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 POSTPONED - Terrific Tuesday: Facebook Live Zoo Tour 10:00am–10:30am Family Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Family" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Family Program Type: Special Event Registration Required Program Details: * This event has been postponed due to Monday's storm and ongoing power outages. * Join us every Tuesday for a fun online event for families featuring a special presenter! ^{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 Toddler Time 10:00am–10:30am 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 20-25 minutes of music and a book, while building early literacy skills perfect for toddlers and their 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 Family Storytime 10:30am–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: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Program Details: Children of all ages are invited to this interactive program to build listening, language, and literacy skills. Families are welcome to stop into Maker Morning right after Family Storytime for a fun craft activity. ^{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 Family Storytime 10:30am–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: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Program Details: Children of all ages are invited to this interactive program to build listening, language, and literacy skills. Families are welcome to stop into Maker Morning right after Family Storytime for a fun craft activity. ^{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 Storytime Online 10:00am–10:30am Family Virtual Event This event is in the "Family" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Program Details: Join us for a storytime with your Ames Public Library friends on Facebook Live! ^{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 Toddler Time 10:00am–10:30am 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 20-25 minutes of music and a book, while building early literacy skills perfect for toddlers and their 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 Family Storytime 10:30am–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: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Program Details: Children of all ages are invited to this interactive program to build listening, language, and literacy skills. Families are welcome to stop into Maker Morning right after Family Storytime for a fun craft activity. ^{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 "Family" group Saturday Play Date: Write with Me 10:30am–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: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Meetup Program Details: Join other children and their adult caregivers and play with us as we learn through books, songs, crafts, and games! ^{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: Rotary Room 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 Baby Time 11:00am–11:30am 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: Bring your prewalker for books, songs, baby sign language, and more. Join with other caregivers and their pre-walkers and older siblings for 20 minutes of conversation and play. ^{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 Maker Morning 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: Youth Makerspace Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts/Crafts Program Details: Drop in to this process-focused craft activity for preschoolers and their caregivers. We supply the materials. 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.}	This event is in the "Family" group Maker Morning 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: Youth Makerspace Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts/Crafts Program Details: Drop in to this process-focused craft activity for preschoolers and their caregivers. We supply the materials. 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.}	This event is in the "Family" group Maker Morning 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: Youth Makerspace Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts/Crafts Program Details: Drop in to this process-focused craft activity for preschoolers and their caregivers. We supply the materials. 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.}	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Advisory Group (TAG) 11:00am–12:30pm 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.}
12 pm
1 pm			This event is in the "Family" group Toddler Time 1:00pm–1:30pm 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 20-25 minutes of music and a book, while building early literacy skills perfect for toddlers and their 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 Baby Time 1:30pm–2:00pm 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: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Program Details: Bring your prewalker for books, songs, baby sign language, and more. Join with other caregivers and their pre-walkers and older siblings for 20 minutes of conversation and play. ^{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.}
2 pm	This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Writers’ Workshop 2:00pm–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: IDEA Center Age Group: Teens Program Type: Author/Writing, Meetup Program Details: 6^th-12^th graders, join author David Zimmerman for writing exercises designed to finesse your creative writing skills. ^{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 View from the Margins Book Discussion Group 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Program Details: Check out this book discussion group exploring social and cultural topics through the lens of fiction and nonfiction. ^{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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4 pm				This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Slime of the Month 4:00pm–5:30pm 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: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts/Crafts Program Details: Teens, come make a different slime each month! Details coming soon! ^{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 APL Friends Foundation Board Meeting 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: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Boards/Government ^{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 This event is in the "Adults" group (Virtual) Vegan Curious 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens, Adults Virtual Event 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: Online Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Health/Fitness, Presentation 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.} 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
6 pm					This event is in the "Family" group Baby Time 6:00pm–6:30pm 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: Bring your prewalker for books, songs, baby sign language, and more. Join with other caregivers and their pre-walkers and older siblings for 20 minutes of conversation and play. ^{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 Milk & Book-ies 6:30pm–7:30pm 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: Stop in for a fun story, songs, and STEM activities along with milk and cookies. ^{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.}
7 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group Conversations in Spanish 7:00pm–8:30pm 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 Spanish speakers are invited to gather for some casual conversation in Spanish. ^{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 Stamped: Antiracism Teen Book Club 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Teens Program Type: Book Discussion Registration Required Program Details: “What I mean by that is we—all of us—have to fight against performance and lean into participation. We have to be participants. Active.” ^{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 Postponed - "I've Got Something to Say" with Jordan Brooks 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Presentation Program Details: * This event has been postponed due to continuing power outages. * ^{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 028: Real Reads 7:00pm–9:00pm Adults Closed Registration Required Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion, Meetup Registration Required Program Details: This month's title: Influenza: The Hundred-Year Hunt to Cure the Deadliest Disease in History by Jeremy Brown ^{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) 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Online 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. ^{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.}