Expressions of Concern Policy
Section: Administration
Approved: 3/19/2009
Reviewed: 8/18/2011, 3/19/2015
Revised: 10/23/2017, 1/21/2021, 12/15/2022
Ames Public Library strives to further the Library’s mission, “Ames Public Library: We connect you to the world of ideas.” The Library’s role is to provide opportunities that will allow individuals to freely examine subjects and make their own decisions. While customers…
Collections Policy
Section: Library Resources
Approved: 11/17/2005
Reviewed:
Revised: 10/23/2008, 7/21/2011, 6/18/2015, 5/24/2018, 4/15/2021, 5/18/2023
Ames Public Library offers collections to further the Library’s mission, “Ames Public Library – We connect you to the world of ideas.” The freedom to know is the foundation of our democracy. Ames Public Library strives to be an information center for the Ames community…
Art Collection Policy
Section: Administration
Approved: 9/17/2015
Reviewed: 2/17/22, 2/15/24
Revised: 1/21/2016
Ames Public Library collects and displays artwork to connect Library visitors to the world of ideas through works of art.
Authority
The Art Committee is a committee appointed by the President of the Library Board of Trustees. The committee’s duties are to periodically:
review gifts of art…
Small Talk Reading List: Week 12
Going Places
0-6 Months:
Spot Goes Shopping by Eric Hill
In this adorable board book, Spot the dog goes to the supermarket. The book goes through what Spot and his mom get at the store and how to get it. These colorful illustrations would keep young eyes very interested.
Let’s Go to The Library by Scholastic Books
This book can be…
Small Talk Reading List: Week 9
Asking Questions, Curiosity, Science
0-6 Months:
Where is Baby’s Belly Button? by Karen Katz
In this adorable and colorful board book, each page asks the baby to find something, like eyes, belly button, mouth, etc. This book includes lift the flaps where the child can reveal the object they are looking for. This book would be great to introduce different body parts to…
Language Learning At the Library
Language Learning at the Library
There are a variety of opportunities to experience new languages at your local library!
Stop any into of our "Conversation Circles" to chat in another language.
Learn a language online for free with our online resources below.
Check out our library materials such as books and audio learning available…
Director’s General Job Duties Policy
Section: Administration
Approved: 1/16/1997
Reviewed: 4/17/1997, 1/21/1999, 4/20/2000, 3/15/2001, 3/27/2003, 5/13/2004, 1/17/2008, 3/15/2018, 1/19/2023
Revised: 3/26/1998, 1/20/2005, 12/16/2010, 3/19/2015, 2/18/2021
The Director’s general job duties are to:
Promote the mission and vision of the Library while fostering inclusivity.
Manage the Library’s buildings,…
by Cathy Cooney
Conservation. Historic Preservation. Planning and Zoning. Analysis of Social Services Evaluation Team. Campus and Community. Library. Public Art. Human Relations. Veteran Affairs. These are just some examples of the boards and commissions who advise city and county government on issues, services, and programs. With over 30 boards and commissions between Ames and Story County, everyone can find a good fit for their interests. Serving in this way connects people more deeply…
Small Talk Reading List: Week 5
Outdoors, Nature, Weather
0-6 Months:
My First Touch and Feel Seasons by Xavier Deneux
This touch and feel board book describes the different seasons. It is a very simple read that gives a page for each season. On each page it includes pictures of different items that go with each season. In each season, you are able to feel the shirt the character is wearing, so young…
Racial Justice
Message from the Director and Trustees on Racial Injustice
In response to the tragic killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis, the Ames Public Library and the Board of Trustees reaffirms that we stand against racism and social injustice.
Ames Public Library’s mission is to connect our community—all of our community—to the world of ideas. We are…