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Library News

New Carpet Coming

by Sheila Schofer

As a homeowner of an older house here in Ames, I have appreciation for the ongoing upkeep it takes to keep a space in good repair. You put time and care into maintaining the places that hold meaning and importance to you.

The same is true on a broader community level. ...

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Recorded Events

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Program Proposals

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Exhibit Proposals

Have an idea for an exhibit featuring art or educational materials? Share your idea here.

Library Notes

Winter Reading Challenge

by Amanda Molumby 

To the average Iowan, winter brings with it a few challenges. Snow, ice, impressive windchills…the list goes on. Would you like a challenge to actually look forward to this winter? Look no further than the Ames Public Library! 

This winter we have a fun winter re...

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New Carpet Coming

by Sheila Schofer

As a homeowner of an older house here in Ames, I have appreciation for the ongoing upkeep it takes to keep a space in good repair. You put time and care into maintaining the places that hold meaning and importance to you.

The same is true on a broader community level. ...

Read full blog post

Upcoming Events

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Memory Project

All Day 12/1 - 12/23
Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Vestibule
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts/Crafts
Program Details:

 

Come see portraits created by Ames High School students for this year's Memory Project.


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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Winter Reading Challenge

All Day 12/1 - 1/31
Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Ames Public Library
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Program Details:

 

All ages can earn a prize by reading 30 days this winter!


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.

StoryWalk® in Downtown Ames

All Day 12/5 - 12/31
Family
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Special Event
Program Details:

 

Start at Ames Public Library and find the pages of Big Snow by Jonathan Bean in windows of downtown businesses.


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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Holiday Book Sale

9:00am - 6:00pm
Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Sale
Program Details:

 

Stop by the Literary Grounds Bookstore in the Library's lobby this week for $1 off items with a red sticker. There are some great holiday treasures just waiting for the right person!

Gift certificates are available 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 "Adults" group.

Conversation Circles: Russian

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults
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.

Conversation Circles: French

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Adults
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 "Family" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Holiday Book Sale

1:00pm - 5:00pm
Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Sale
Program Details:

 

Stop by the Literary Grounds Bookstore in the Library's lobby this week for $1 off items with a red sticker. There are some great holiday treasures just waiting for the right person!

Gift certificates are available 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.

Bookmobile Closed

All Day 12/23 - 1/3
Closing
Branches:
Off Site
Description:

Ames Public Library Bookmobile will be closed December 23 - January 3.

This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Holiday Book Sale

9:00am - 9:00pm
Family, Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Lobby
Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Book Sale
Program Details:

 

Stop by the Literary Grounds Bookstore in the Library's lobby this week for $1 off items with a red sticker. There are some great holiday treasures just waiting for the right person!

Gift certificates are available 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.