Name: Ten Beautiful Things Exhibit
Start: 2024-11-01
End: 2024-11-27
Location: Ames Public Library

Ten Beautiful Things Exhibit

All Day 11/1 - 11/27

Vestibule at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Iowa Center for the Book, Arts/Crafts, Exhibit

Age Group:

Family, Teens, Adults

Program Details:

See the winning entries to the Ten Beautiful Things photo contest, inspired by the book by Molly Beth Griffin. Entries came from all over Iowa, celebrating the beauty of...

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Vestibule

Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults

Program Type: Iowa Center for the Book, Arts/Crafts, Exhibit

Program Details:

See the winning entries to the Ten Beautiful Things photo contest, inspired by the book by Molly Beth Griffin. Entries came from all over Iowa, celebrating the beauty of our state.

^{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.}

Parenting Circle

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 9:30am - 10:30am

Teen Space at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Meetup

Age Group:

Family, Adults

Program Details:

Parenting babies and toddlers is full of challenges. Join this welcoming community of families as we support each other and grow together through the early years of pre...

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Teen Space

Age Group: Family, Adults

Program Type: Meetup

Program Details:

Parenting babies and toddlers is full of challenges. Join this welcoming community of families as we support each other and grow together through the early years of pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood.

^{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.}

coordinator

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:30am

Rotary Room at Ames Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

discuss council rezoning actions

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Rotary Room

Purpose of Meeting

discuss council rezoning actions

Generative Writing Workshop

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

PEO Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Iowa Center for the Book, Class/Workshop

Age Group:

Adults

Program Details:

Do you dream of writing “someday,” but don’t know where to start? Perhaps you already write, but you’re stuck. Generative writing is the best way to start writing or to...

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: PEO Room

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Iowa Center for the Book, Class/Workshop

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.}

Nutcracker Ballet + STEM

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Class/Workshop, Presentation, Special Event

Age Group:

Family

Program Details:

Come explore how ballet and STEM connect! Families are invited to the Library for a sneak peak of The Nutcracker Ballet, coming to Stephens Auditorium December 14 ...

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium

Age Group: Family

Program Type: Class/Workshop, Presentation, Special Event

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.}

Cub Scout Pack 159 Webelos Den

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Danfoss Room at Ames Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

Cub Scout den meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Danfoss Room

Purpose of Meeting

Cub Scout den meeting

Mayurum

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 1:30pm - 5:00pm

PEO Room at Ames Public Library

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: PEO Room

Tarot Anatomy 101

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Special Event

Age Group:

Adults

Program Details:

In this workshop, we'll explore what makes a Tarot deck. Susan Harper, Ph.D., will take you on a brief tour through the standard Tarot deck and familiarize you with ...

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Special Event

Program Details:

In this workshop, we'll explore what makes a Tarot deck.

^{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.}

Conversation Circles: Russian

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Language Learning, Meetup

Age Group:

Adults

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...

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.}

Conversation Circles: French

Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Language Learning, Meetup

Age Group:

Adults

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 ...

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.}

Girl Scout Troop 467 Meeting

Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Rotary Room at Ames Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly meeting for girl scout troop

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Rotary Room

Purpose of Meeting

Monthly meeting for girl scout troop

Girl Scout Troop 769 & 1266

Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

Bridging & Investiture Ceremony

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium

Purpose of Meeting

Bridging & Investiture Ceremony

Ames Chinese Senior Community Meeting

Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm

Danfoss Room at Ames Public Library

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Danfoss Room

Young Writers' Workshop

Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room

YWCA Collegebound Program

Sunday, November 24, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm

PEO Room at Ames Public Library

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: PEO Room

Bookmobile Closed

All Day 11/25 - 11/29

Off Site

Ames Public Library Bookmobile will be closed November 25-29.

Closing

Branches:

Off Site

Description:

Ames Public Library Bookmobile will be closed November 25-29.

Library Storytimes image with smiling cartoon sun in cloudy sky

Toddler Storytime

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am

Storytime Room at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Family

Program Details:

Families with toddlers are invited for a storytime filled with music, stories, and fun! Mondays and Wednesdays are the same presentation.

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.}

Mary Greeley Medical Center at APL

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Social Services

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

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...

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.}

Nancy DeVine Study Room

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 11:45am - 1:15pm

Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor at Ames Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

Telehealth meeting with counselor in West Des Moines

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor

Purpose of Meeting

Telehealth meeting with counselor in West Des Moines

Conversation Circles. Image features cartoon people with speech bubbles containing the American, French, and Spanish flags in front of a globe and a giant book.

Conversation Circles: English

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 12:30pm - 1:30pm

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Language Learning, Meetup

Age Group:

Adults

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. L...

Cancelled

Cancelled

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.}

UnityPoint Health - Eyerly Ball at the Library

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor at Ames Public Library

Program Type:

Social Services

Age Group:

Adults

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 fl...

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.}

Light Painter Documentary Screening

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium

Team Neutrino Awards Meeting

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room

Ames Community Arts Council Board Meeting

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm

Rotary Room at Ames Public Library

Purpose of Meeting:

The monthly meeting of the Ames Community Arts Council.

This is not a library sponsored event.

Library Branch: Ames Public Library

Room: Rotary Room

Purpose of Meeting

The monthly meeting of the Ames Community Arts Council.

The Library will be closed Thursday-Friday, Nov. 28-29. The Bookmobile will be closed Nov. 25-29.

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