Week Calendar

Name: March Madness
Start: 2023-03-01
End: 2023-03-31
Location: Ames Public Library

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Time	Sun (3/19)	Mon (3/20)	Tue (3/21)	Wed (3/22)	Thu (3/23)	Fri (3/24)	Sat (3/25)
All Day	This event is in the "Family" group. March Madness All Day 3/1 - 3/31 This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Youth Services Age Group: Family Program Type: Special Event, Voting Program Details: It’s March Madness, book-style! We’re pitting the most popular new books from 2022 in our children’s section against each other in a literary showdown. Each week, vote for you favorite from each face-off by visiting www.AmesPublic... ^{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. Title IX in Ames Exhibit All Day 3/6 - 3/31 This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Vestibule Age Group: Adults Program Type: Exhibit Program Details: Title IX was signed into law June 23, 1972, impacting girls and women in sports across the United States. Join us in honoring and celebrating these impacts on our community. While girls sports have always been a part of the Ames High S... ^{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. IowaWORKS at the Library 9:30am - 12:30pm 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: Rotary Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Program Details: Ames Public Library is partnering with IowaWORKS to provide easy access to critical services in our community. Come by to speak with an IowaWORKS Career Planner for individualized, one-on-one career services. Career Planners can assist... ^{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 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: 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 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. The same presentation is given on both Tuesdays and Thursdays. &n... ^{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 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 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. The same presentation is given on both Tuesdays and Thursdays. &n... ^{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. Storybook Science 10:30am - 11:00am This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Special Event Program Details: Families are invited to get hands-on with a fun science activity for all ages! ... ^{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 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. The same presentation is given on both Tuesdays and Thursdays. &n... ^{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 "Family" group. Kids Create 11:00am - 12:00pm This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Youth Makerspace Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts/Crafts Program Details: Drop in and enjoy this process-focused craft or activity meant for children and their grown-ups. ... ^{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. The Bridge Home 11:00am - 2:00pm This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Jonie & John Fitzsimmons Study Room - 1st Floor Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Program Details: Ames Public Library is partnering with The Bridge Home to provide easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experie... ^{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 This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Meetup Program Details: Bring your pre-walker to the Library for stories, songs, and baby sign language. Join with other caregivers and older siblings for 20 minutes of fun and learning. Feel free to bring a stuffed animal or doll for the older sibling to learn ... ^{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. LSI at the Library 11:00am - 12:00pm This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor Age Group: Family, Adults Program Type: Special Event Program Details: Ames Public Library is partnering with Lutheran Service in Iowa (LSI) to provide families with easy access to critical services in our community. Staff from LSI will be available in the Library to assist individuals and 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 "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Community and Family Resources 11:00am - 1:00pm 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: Special Event Program Details: Staff from Community and Family Resources will be available in the Library to provide information about addiction, substance abuse treatment, problem gambling treatment, and mental health therapy. They can also provide assistance... ^{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. The Bridge Home 11:00am - 2:00pm 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: Special Event Program Details: Ames Public Library is partnering with The Bridge Home to provide easy access to critical services. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessnes... ^{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. Growing Your Family Meetup 11:15am - 12:15pm This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family, Adults Program Type: Class/Workshop, Meetup Program Details: Join this inclusive and welcoming community of families that are growing. Whether you are pregnant, adopting, just delivered or have young children at home, join us as we support each other and grow together. Facilitated by Certified N... ^{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 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: Gather for casual conversations in English. The focus of this group is to help English Language Learners gain confidence and fluency in a comfortable and fun setting. Library staff will pair native and non-native speakers and provide them... ^{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 "Adults" group. Ames Reads Leopold 1:30pm - 4:00pm 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: Nature/Sustainability Program Details: Join your friends and neighbors at this year’s "Ames Reads Leopold" event and hear the thought-provoking words of Iowa’s own Aldo Leopold, widely acknowledged as the father of wildlife conservation and a strong advocate for a "Land Ethic”... ^{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. IowaWORKS at the Library 1:30pm - 3:30pm 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: Rotary Room Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Program Details: Ames Public Library is partnering with IowaWORKS to provide easy access to critical services in our community. Come by to speak with an IowaWORKS Career Planner for individualized, one-on-one career services. Career Planners can assist... ^{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 This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Meetup Program Details: Bring your pre-walker to the Library for stories, songs, and baby sign language. Join with other caregivers and older siblings for 20 minutes of fun and learning. Feel free to bring a stuffed animal or doll for the older sibling to learn ... ^{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. Author Fair: Make Sense of Writing 1:00pm - 2:00pm 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: Author/Writing, Class/Workshop, Special Event Program Details: Calling local Iowa authors! (and readers curious about our local talent) It’s almost time for Ames Public Library’s Author Fair! Join us for any portion of the program, or enjoy the entire time. Presentation M... ^{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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Author Fair: Book Sales & Signing 2:15pm - 4:15pm This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Author/Writing, Class/Workshop, Special Event Program Details: Calling local Iowa authors! (and readers curious about our local talent) It’s almost time for Ames Public Library’s Author Fair! Join us for any portion of the program, or enjoy the entire time. Presentation M... ^{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							This event is in the "Adults" group. Conversation Circles: Russian 3:00pm - 4:00pm 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. To join via Zoom, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82374666226?pwd=OFpX... ^{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	This event is in the "Family" group. German Storytime 4:00pm - 4:30pm 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: Arts/Crafts, Storytime Program Details: German Storytime is a chance for children and families to immerse themselves in stories, songs and all things fun about German culture. Come learn and engage in this bilingual storytime experience. ... ^{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. Checkmate Chess Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Class/Workshop Program Details: Come play chess! Whether you are just a beginner or already an expert, all kids in grades 4-6 are welcome to come have fun after school on the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Drop in and learn how to play or come and face off against a ne... ^{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 Maker Challenge 4:00pm - 6:00pm This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Meetup Program Details: Drop in and try out some of your STEAM skills during our monthly Maker Challenge. Open to 6th-12th graders. ... ^{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. After School Adventures 4:00pm - 4:45pm This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Class/Workshop, Presentation Program Details: Kids in kindergarten through fifth grade are invited to join us at the library for a wide variety of activities! Our activities could include art, science, games, and more! We will provide a small snack. ... ^{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 Videogames 4:00pm - 6:00pm This event is in the "Teens" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Meetup Program Details: Need a brain break? Teens are invited to hang out and play videogames in the Teen Space! A virtual reality system will be available to try out too. ... ^{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. The Bridge Home 4:00pm - 7:00pm 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: Special Event Program Details: Ames Public Library is partnering with The Bridge Home to provide easy access to critical services. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist individuals and families on the verge of—or experiencing—homelessnes... ^{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 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. To join via Zoom, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82374666226?pwd=OFpXL... ^{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. Author Fair: After the Writing 4:30pm - 5:30pm 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: Author/Writing, Class/Workshop, Special Event Program Details: Calling local Iowa authors! (and readers curious about our local talent) It’s almost time for Ames Public Library’s Author Fair! Join us for any portion of the program, or enjoy the entire time. Presentation M... ^{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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6 pm					This event is in the "Family" group. Baby Time 6:00pm - 6:30pm This event is in the "Family" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Meetup Program Details: Bring your pre-walker to the Library for stories, songs, and baby sign language. Join with other caregivers and older siblings for 20 minutes of fun and learning. Feel free to bring a stuffed animal or doll for the older sibling to learn ... ^{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 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. To join via Zoom, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82374666226?pwd=OFpX... ^{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. Your ISU Historians 7:00pm - 8:30pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: History/Genealogy Program Details: Topic — Isolating the Enemy: Diplomatic Strategy in China and the United States, 1953-1956 Speaker — Tao Wang Description: In the mid-1950s China and the United States tried to isolate each other internationally. As this t... ^{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: German 7:00pm - 8:00pm 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 German. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language. To join via Zoom, click here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82374666226?pwd=OFpXL... ^{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. U.S. Army & Joint Operations 7:00pm - 8:00pm This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Presentation Program Details: Learn with the League of Women Voters about U.S. Army and Joint Operations. Richard Smith, MBA, MPH retired Lieutenant Colonel, will talk about the current structure of the Army, how it operates now in a Joint environment, and his expe... ^{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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