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.

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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 12/1–1/31 Family, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Ames Public Library Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Program Details: All ages are invited to earn a prize for reading 30 days this winter! 3 Ways to 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.}
9 am		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Study Space 9:00am–8:45pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Rotary Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Program Details: Need somewhere quiet to get ready for tests? We reserved space just for study time. Drop in any of the following times, or ask about our regular study rooms! ^{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 Book Sisters 9:30am–11:30am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Purpose of Meeting Book Club Discussion	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Study Space 9:00am–8:45pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Program Details: Need somewhere quiet to get ready for tests? We reserved space just for study time. Drop in any of the following times, or ask about our regular study rooms! ^{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 Study Space 9:00am–8:45pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Rotary Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Program Details: Need somewhere quiet to get ready for tests? We reserved space just for study time. Drop in any of the following times, or ask about our regular study rooms! ^{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 Study Space 9:00am–5:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Program Details: Need somewhere quiet to get ready for tests? We reserved space just for study time. Drop in any of the following times, or ask about our regular study rooms! ^{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 Toddler Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Family This event is in the "Family" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Program Details: Families with toddlers are invited for a storytime filled with music, stories, and fun! Mondays and Wednesdays are the same presentation. ^{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 Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Program Details: Children of all ages and their grown-ups are invited to this storytime to build listening, language, and literacy skills through music, movement, song and action rhymes. Each week will feature a new theme. ^{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 Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Family This event is in the "Family" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Program Details: Families with toddlers are invited for a storytime filled with music, stories, and fun! Mondays and Wednesdays are the same presentation. ^{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 Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Program Details: Children of all ages and their grown-ups are invited to this storytime to build listening, language, and literacy skills through music, movement, song and action rhymes. Each week will feature a new theme. ^{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 Mirage dance practice 10:00am–1:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Purpose of Meeting Dance practice This event is in the "Family" group Family Storytime 10:30am–11:00am Family This event is in the "Family" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Program Details: Children of all ages and their grown-ups are invited to this storytime to build listening, language, and literacy skills through music, movement, song and action rhymes. Each week will feature a new theme. ^{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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Mary Greeley Medical Center at APL 11:00am–1:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Social Services Program Details: Staff from Mary Greeley Medical Center will be available in the Library to talk about inpatient and outpatient mental health services in the Ames community. Mondays, 11am-1pm on the second floor ^{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 Silent Book Club 11:00am–1:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group 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. ^{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		This event is in the "Adults" group Conversation Circles: English 12:30pm–1:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup 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.}
1 pm	This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Study Space 1:00pm–4:45pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Program Details: Need somewhere quiet to get ready for tests? We reserved space just for study time. Drop in any of the following times, or ask about our regular study rooms! ^{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 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				Reservation MSA Jeopardy Event 1:00pm–5:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Purpose of Meeting We are having a Muslim Student Association (MSA) Jeopardy Fun Day.
2 pm	Reservation RECORDER PLAY ALONG, OPEN TO ALL LEVELS OF RECORDER PLAYERS 2:00pm–3:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Purpose of Meeting Getting interested recorder players together for an afternoon of playing multi-part music This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Teens" group Pokémon Club 2:00pm–4:00pm Family, Teens This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family, Teens Program Type: Class/Workshop, Meetup 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 "Teens" group Swift Youth Writers Group 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Class/Workshop, Meetup 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.}				Reservation City Employee Engagement Team 2:00pm–5:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Rotary Room Purpose of Meeting City Employee Engagement Team	This event is in the "Adults" group Optimae Life Services at APL 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor Age Group: Adults Program Type: Social Services Program Details: Staff from Optimae Life Services will be available in the Library to connect visitors with resources for mental health, home health, and community integration services. ^{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 Conversation Circles: Japanese 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup Program Details: Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in Japanese. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language. ^{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	Reservation 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.				Reservation Reading Incentive Team Meeting 3:30pm–4:30pm 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 Conversation Circles: Russian 3:00pm–4:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup Program Details: Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in Russian. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language. ^{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.}
4 pm		Reservation Iowa DOT Public Meeting - US 30 and I-35 4:00pm–7:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Purpose of Meeting Public meeting will be held from 5-6:30pm in an open house format to share information about our upcoming projects on I-35 and at the US 30/I-35 interchange.				This event is in the "Teens" group Teen Book vs. Movie: Book Club 4:00pm–6:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Book Discussion Program Details: Hey teens, take a front row seat in the ultimate showdown: book vs. movie! ^{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 Conversation Circles: French 4:00pm–5:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup Program Details: Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in French. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language. ^{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		Reservation 4-H Career Pathways Academy 5:00pm–7:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO 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. Reservation Melissa home videos 5:00pm–7:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: IDEA Center Digitization Station Purpose of Meeting save home videos - library staff using station unsupervised :) during off hours Reservation Ames NAACP General Assembly 5:30pm–7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Purpose of Meeting This a general meeting of the NAACP, open to all members, as well as to the public. We will handle the business of the organization and offer public programming.	This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Adults" group International Community Meetup 5:00pm–6:00pm Family, Adults This event is in the "Family" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family, Adults Program Type: Meetup Program Details: Join fellow international residents on the third Tuesday of each month for fun activities and culture-sharing. ^{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 Melissa home videos 5:00pm–7:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: IDEA Center Digitization Station Purpose of Meeting save home videos - library staff using station unsupervised :) during off hours
6 pm		Reservation Team Neutrino Awards Meeting 6:00pm–7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Purpose of Meeting Meeting to write awards applications for submission at robotics competitions. Team Neutrino is a Story County 4-H robotics team.		Reservation Big Bluestem Audubon Society 6:30pm–8:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO Room Purpose of Meeting General meeting open to the public, free. This event is in the "Adults" group Bored? Games! 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Meetup Program Details: Will you punch your Ticket to Ride or will your Splendor attract noble patrons? Join us for adult game night every month to find out! ^{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 Conversation Circles: Chinese 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup Program Details: Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in Chinese. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language. ^{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 Conversation Circles: Spanish 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Language Learning, Meetup Program Details: Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in Spanish. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language. ^{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 Deep Roots Book Group 7:00pm–8:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion, Nature/Sustainability Program Details: Join gardeners and nature enthusiasts for deep discussion of books in connection with the Ames Seed 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.}	This event is in the "Adults" group View from the Margins Book Group 7:00pm–8:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion, Meetup Program Details: Check out this book group for fresh insights and lively discussion about topics relating to society, identity, and culture. ^{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 Old Town Board Mtg 7:30pm–8:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Purpose of Meeting monthly board mtg	This event is in the "Adults" group Library Board of Trustees Meeting 7:00pm–9:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room 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.}