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Ames Public Library
515 Douglas Avenue
Ames, IA 50010
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Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 1
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25
2025

Magic Lantern Exhibit

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 1
-
25
2025

Magic Lantern Exhibit

All Day 5/1 - 5/25
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Vestibule
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Exhibit
Program Details:

Since the 1600s, magic lanterns have been captivating audiences. Come to a special exhibit at Ames Public Library to learn about this early type of image projector and see fascinating photographs of magic lanterns and slides.


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 "Teens" group.
May 17 2025 Sat

Team Photon: Drive Our Robot!

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Family, Teens
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
May 17 2025 Sat

Team Photon: Drive Our Robot!

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family, Teens
Program Type: Special Event, Technology
Program Details:

Come meet Team Photon, a robotics team at Ames High School and get the chance to drive their robot!


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.
May 17 2025 Sat

Co-Parenting: Communication Challenges and Legal Consequences

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 17 2025 Sat

Co-Parenting: Communication Challenges and Legal Consequences

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
Program Details:

Effective communication between co-parents is essential for fostering a stable and healthy environment for children.

This presentation will explore the critical role that communication plays in co-parenting.


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.
May 17 2025 Sat

Conversation Circles: Russian

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 17 2025 Sat

Conversation Circles: Russian

3:00pm - 4:00pm
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 17 2025 Sat

Tarot Anatomy: The Minors

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 17 2025 Sat

Tarot Anatomy: The Minors

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Class/Workshop
Program Details:

In this workshop, we'll get to know the Minor Arcana of the Tarot deck. We'll learn about the four suits in Tarot, the structure of each suit, and how to use these cards in your Tarot practice.


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.
May 17 2025 Sat

Conversation Circles: French

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 17 2025 Sat

Conversation Circles: French

4:00pm - 5:30pm
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.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 19 2025 Mon

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.
May 19 2025 Mon

Mary Greeley Medical Center at APL

11:00am - 1:00pm
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 "Adults" group.
May 19 2025 Mon

Conversation Circles: English

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 19 2025 Mon

Conversation Circles: English

12:30pm - 1:30pm
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 19 2025 Mon

UnityPoint Health - Eyerly Ball at the Library

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults
This event is in the "Adults" group.
May 19 2025 Mon

UnityPoint Health - Eyerly Ball at the Library

1:30pm - 3:30pm
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social Services
Program Details:

 

Staff from UnityPoint Health - Eyerly Ball will be available in the Library to connect you with mental health services.

  • Mondays, 1:30-3:30pm 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.

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