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Events for Children and Families

Today is 6/20/2013

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We connect you to the world of ideas through a variety of programming
for infants to teens, families and adults.  All programs are free.

Dig Into ReadingSummer 2013

We're planning a bucketful of fun events for children of all ages. Click here!

Special Events for Families and Children

Summer Reading Incentive Program

June 1 - August 31

Pick up your reading incentive program at Ames Public Library, the Bookmobile, or at any of our youth and family events and activities!

Friday Features

Friday, June 7, 2:00pm, Council Chambers, Ames City Hall, 515 Clark Ave.

Alice in Wonderland (animated Disney version)(MPAA rating G)

Mondays @ the Garden

June 3 - Sept. 9, 8:00-9:00am

Every Monday, families are encouraged to come help keep our garden healthy and beautiful throughout the growing season.  Each week we will water, weed, and promote positive growing habits to help make our garden as successful as possible.  We hope to see you there!

Family Time @ the Park

June 10-14, 17-21, 24-28

Themes and locations vary throughout the weeks.  Please see details under the Summer 2013 listing above.

Wednesday Special

June 12, 2:00pm, Resource Recovery Plant, 110 Center Ave., Ames

Everyone is encouraged to meet at the Ames Resource Recovery Plant for a tour.  Find out what happens to all of our garbage and learn about how the City of Ames recycles for us.

Friday Features

Friday, June14, 2:00pm, Ames City Auditorium, 520 6th St.

Holes (MPAA rating PG)