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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.

City of Ames DEI Team

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Rotary Room at Ames Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room

Reading Incentive Team Meeting

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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

AAMPO Public Open House - Ames Connect 2050

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Public Open House for the Ames Area MPO's long-range transportation plan, Ames Connect 2050.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

Public Open House for the Ames Area MPO's long-range transportation plan, Ames Connect 2050.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Videogames

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teen Space at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Meetup
Age Group:
Teens
Program Details:

  Need a brain break? Teens are invited to hang out and play videogames in the Teen Space! A virtual reality system will be available to try out too.  

Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Teen Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Meetup
Program Details:

 

Need a brain break? Teens are invited to hang out and play videogames in the Teen Space!

A virtual reality system will be available to try out 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Bridge Home

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Social Services
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Program Details:

  Ames Public Library is partnering with The Bridge Home to provide easy access to critical services. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assis...

Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Services
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.

Ames High Play Troop

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Danfoss Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Rehearsal

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room
Purpose of Meeting

Rehearsal

This event is in the "Family" group.

Baby Time

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Storytime Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Meetup, Storytime
Age Group:
Family
Program Details:

  Bring your pre-walker to the Library for stories, songs, and baby sign language. Join with other caregivers and older siblings for 20 minutes of fun and learning. Feel ...

Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Meetup, Storytime
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.

Big Bluestem Audubon Society

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

General meeting open to the public.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Purpose of Meeting

General meeting open to the public.

Story County Democrats Central Committee Meeting

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
PEO Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly Meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly Meeting

This event is in the "Family" group.

Bedtime Stories

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Storytime Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Family
Program Details:

  Join us for a cozy version of our weekly Family Storytime. PJs optional!  

Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Storytime
Program Details:

 

Join us for a cozy version of our weekly Family Storytime. PJs optional!

 


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.

Learn with the League: How to Stay Safe Online

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Rotary Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Presentation
Age Group:
Adults
Program Details:

  In today’s increasingly digital world, staying safe online has never been more important. Dr. Doug Jacobson, Professor of Electrical & Computer Engineering, ISU, wi...

Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Presentation
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.

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm
Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Boards/Government
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Boards/Government


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.

Troop 230 Communications Merit Badge

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Danfoss Room at Ames Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Danfoss Room

The Bridge Home Weekly Meeting

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Rotary Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Weekly meeting to monitor progress and needs for the homeless population

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Rotary Room
Purpose of Meeting

Weekly meeting to monitor progress and needs for the homeless population

ICA Bridge Home Staff Meeting

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 9:30am - 12:30pm
PEO Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Training Staff

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: PEO Room
Purpose of Meeting

Training Staff

GSGI Meeting

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 9:30am - 1:30pm
Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Business strategy meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

Business strategy meeting

Charles Pearson Zoom Meeting on Black History in Iowa

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

To inform policy and decision makers about Experience Black Iowa's mission

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor
Purpose of Meeting

To inform policy and decision makers about Experience Black Iowa's mission

This event is in the "Family" group.

Storybook S.T.E.M.

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Farwell T. Brown Auditorium at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Meetup, Storytime
Age Group:
Family
Program Details:

  Families are invited to enjoy a short storytime and get hands-on with a fun related STEM activity for all ages!  

Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Meetup, Storytime
Program Details:

 

Families are invited to enjoy a short storytime and get hands-on with a fun related STEM activity for all ages!

 


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.

The Bridge Home

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor at Ames Public Library
Program Type:
Social Services
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Program Details:

 Ames Public Library is partnering with The Bridge Home to provide easy access to critical services. Staff from The Bridge Home will be available in the Library to assist indi...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Social Services
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.

ISU Women's Club

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dale H. Ross Board Room at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Plan details of ticket distribution and any other details pertaining to the ISU Women's Club Spring Luncheon.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room
Purpose of Meeting

Plan details of ticket distribution and any other details pertaining to the ISU Women's Club Spring Luncheon.

Meeting

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor at Ames Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Medicare meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Ames Public Library
Room: Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor
Purpose of Meeting

Medicare meeting

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

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