Week Calendar

Name: Summer Reading Challenge 2024
Start: 2024-06-01
End: 2024-08-22
Location: Ames Public Library

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (7/14)	Mon (7/15)	Tue (7/16)	Wed (7/17)	Thu (7/18)	Fri (7/19)	Sat (7/20)
All Day	This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Summer Reading Challenge 2024 All Day 6/1 - 8/22 Family, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Ames Public Library Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults Program Type: Summer at the Library Program Details: Do you love free stuff? Are you between the ages of 0 and 120? Then join our Summer Reading Challenge starting June 1 - August 22 and earn prizes for tracking your reading! Three Ways to Play: ^{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.}
9 am		Reservation Pheasants Forever 9:00am - 11:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Study Room #3 - 2nd Floor Purpose of Meeting New employee orientation This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Bookmobile @ the Park 9:30am - 11:00am Family, Teens, Adults Offsite Event This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults Program Type: Summer at the Library Program Details: Join the Bookmobile and your Library friends at a park near you! This week: Tahira & Labh Hira Park (3622 Woodland Street, Ames) ^{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.}	Reservation Leadership Ames Project Discussion 9:00am - 11:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Purpose of Meeting A Leadership Ames group will be meeting with the Ames History Museum for a discussion. Reservation COLTIE meeting and interview with Prof. Cutrona 9:45am - 11:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Study Room #3 - 2nd Floor	Reservation CIBA Pollinator Education Program 9:00am - 12:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Purpose of Meeting Pollinator program creation. Reservation Drake Headstart Registration 9:00am - 5:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Reservation PPSS SUMMIT 9:30am - 3:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO Room Purpose of Meeting Monthly Summit			Reservation safeTALK 9:00am - 1:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Purpose of Meeting safeTALK workshop
10 am		This event is in the "Family" group. Destination Storytime @ the Park 10:00am - 10:30am Family Offsite Event This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime, Summer at the Library Program Details: Join the Bookmobile and your Library friends for stories at a park near you! This week: Tahira & Labh Hira Park (3622 Woodland Street, Ames) ^{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. Toddler Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.}	This event is in the "Family" group. Terrific Tuesdays: Absolute Science Laser Show 10:00am - 11:00am Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Presentation, Special Event, Summer at the Library Program Details: Terrific Tuesdays features performers from all over the Midwest in a variety of acts. Families of all ages are encouraged to come participate and watch these amazingly talented artists and performers. ^{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. Toddler Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.}	This event is in the "Family" group. Read with APL-Y 10:00am - 10:30am Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Summer at the Library Program Details: Children of all ages are invited to drop in and read with an APL-Youth volunteer. Readers can practice their skills reading to a teen or older child. Pre-readers can enjoy being read to. ^{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. Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Program Details: Children of all ages and their grown-ups are invited to this storytime to build listening, language, and literacy skills through music, movement, song and action rhymes. Each week will feature a new theme. ^{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. Storybook Science 10:00am - 10:30am Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Special Event Program Details: Families are invited to get hands-on with a fun science 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.} Reservation Mid-Iowa Community News 10:00am - 12:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Purpose of Meeting committee meeting	Reservation Mirage middle eastern dance troupe 10:00am - 1:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Rotary Room Purpose of Meeting Regular dance practice This event is in the "Family" group. Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Storytime Program Details: Children of all ages and their grown-ups are invited to this storytime to build listening, language, and literacy skills through music, movement, song and action rhymes. Each week will feature a new theme. ^{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. Strawberry Care Workshop 10:30am - 12:00pm Adults Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Class/Workshop, Nature/Sustainability Required Seats Remaining: 1 Program Details: Would you love to grow sweet, juicy summer fruits at home? ^{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.}
11 am		Reservation Ukranian Conversation Group 11:00am - 12:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO Room This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Free Summer Meals for Kids and Teens 11:30am - 12:30pm Family, Teens This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family, Teens Program Type: Health/Fitness, Summer at the Library Program Details: Having a full stomach of good food is important! Eat a free lunch weekdays this summer from 11:30am-12:30pm in the Library's Auditorium. ^{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 11:00am - 2:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Jonie & John Fitzsimmons Study Room - 1st 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.} This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Free Summer Meals for Kids and Teens 11:30am - 12:30pm Family, Teens This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family, Teens Program Type: Health/Fitness, Summer at the Library Program Details: Having a full stomach of good food is important! Eat a free lunch weekdays this summer from 11:30am-12:30pm in the Library's Auditorium. ^{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. Baby Time 11:00am - 11:30am Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.} Reservation Study 11:00am - 12:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Study Room #3 - 2nd Floor Reservation Equitable Intake Focus Group- YSS 11:00am - 1:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Rotary Room Purpose of Meeting Focus group for homelessness This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Free Summer Meals for Kids and Teens 11:30am - 12:30pm Family, Teens This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family, Teens Program Type: Health/Fitness, Summer at the Library Program Details: Having a full stomach of good food is important! Eat a free lunch weekdays this summer from 11:30am-12:30pm in the Library's Auditorium. ^{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. Community and Family Resources 11:00am - 1:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Community and Family Resources will be available in the Library to provide information about addiction, substance abuse treatment, problem gambling treatment, and mental health therapy. ^{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. Free Summer Meals for Kids and Teens 11:30am - 12:30pm Family, Teens This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family, Teens Program Type: Health/Fitness, Summer at the Library Program Details: Having a full stomach of good food is important! Eat a free lunch weekdays this summer from 11:30am-12:30pm in the Library's Auditorium. ^{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.}	Reservation Study 11:00am - 12:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Study Room #3 - 2nd Floor This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. The Bridge Home 11:00am - 2:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.} This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Free Summer Meals for Kids and Teens 11:30am - 12:30pm Family, Teens This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family, Teens Program Type: Health/Fitness, Summer at the Library Program Details: Having a full stomach of good food is important! Eat a free lunch weekdays this summer from 11:30am-12:30pm in the Library's Auditorium. ^{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.}
12 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. Conversation Circles: English 12:30pm - 1:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room 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.}			Reservation Community Engagement Meeting 12:30pm - 1:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO Room Reservation Staff/Board/Volunteer Engagement Team Meeting 12:30pm - 1:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Purpose of Meeting Need a room with screens. Staff/Volunteer/Board Engagement Team meetings Reservation Mid-Iowa Community News 12:30pm - 2:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Purpose of Meeting committee meeting
1 pm		Reservation Kay Marner 1:00pm - 2:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: IDEA Center Scanning Station Reservation Unlocking Brain Fitness - Keys to Dementia Prevention 1:30pm - 4:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO Room Purpose of Meeting Class to prevent the development of dementia. Teaches way to lower individual risk of dementia.	This event is in the "Family" group. Terrific Tuesdays at Sawyer Elementary 1:00pm - 2:00pm Family Offsite Event This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Family Program Type: Presentation, Special Event, Summer at the Library Program Details: Join us for more fun with another presentation of today's Terrific Tuesdays at Sawyer Elementary School (4316 Ontario Street, Ames). ^{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. Baby Time 1:30pm - 2:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.} This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Art: Listening Instruments Invention Workshop 1:30pm - 3:00pm Teens Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Nature/Sustainability Required Seats Remaining: 13 Program Details: The Listening Instruments Invention Workshop allows participants to play with various materials to invent new ways of experiencing the sounds in their environment. ^{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. Cancelled ACCESS at the Library 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Lisa Fawcett Nilsson Study Room - 2nd Floor Age Group: 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.} Reservation Retired thinkers meeting 1:00pm - 3:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Purpose of Meeting Retired Thinkers meeting	This event is in the "Family" group. Kids Chess Club 1:30pm - 2:30pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Class/Workshop, Meetup Program Details: Come play chess! Whether you are just a beginner or already an expert, all kids in grades 1-5 are welcome to come have fun. Drop in and learn how to play or make new friends with other chess lovers. ^{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.} Reservation APL Marketing/Programming Team 1:30pm - 3:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO Room
2 pm	Reservation Math Tutoring 2:00pm - 4:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Purpose of Meeting Free Math Tutoring for 3rd to 8th grade students This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Pokémon Club 2:00pm - 4:00pm Family, Teens This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family, Teens Program Type: Class/Workshop, 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.} Reservation All Aboard for Kids Board Meeting 2:00pm - 4:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO Room Purpose of Meeting Board meeting			This event is in the "Family" group. Read with APL-Y 2:00pm - 2:30pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Storytime Room Age Group: Family Program Type: Summer at the Library Program Details: Children of all ages are invited to drop in and read with an APL-Youth volunteer. Readers can practice their skills reading to a teen or older child. Pre-readers can enjoy being read to. ^{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. Family Flicks: "The Little Mermaid" 2:30pm - 4:00pm Family, Teens, Adults This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults Program Type: Movie, Summer at the Library Program Details: All ages are welcome to watch a movie and enjoy free popcorn on Friday afternoons and Wednesday evenings each month. This week's feature: The Little Mermaid (2023) ^{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.}
3 pm	Reservation Ames Town and Gown 3:00pm - 4:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Study Room #3 - 2nd Floor Purpose of Meeting Board meeting			Reservation Ames History Museum Committee Meeting 3:00pm - 4:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO Room Reservation APL DEI Team 3:00pm - 4:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Reservation Ames Choral Society 3:30pm - 4:45pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Rotary Room Purpose of Meeting This will be a monthly business meeting of the Ames Choral Society board. We will follow an agenda to discuss the following topics: * introduce new board members * discuss this year's budget	Reservation Reading Incentive Team Meeting 3:30pm - 4:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room This event is in the "Teens" group. Teen Videogames 3:30pm - 6:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. Teen Anime Club 3:30pm - 6:00pm Teens This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Teen Space Age Group: Teens Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Meetup, Movie Program Details: Join our monthly meetup to watch some anime, talk about your favorite manga, or create your own art and manga. Open to 6th-12th graders. Anime watched is considered to be rated G to PG13. ^{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 This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.}
4 pm		Reservation Tutoring 4:45pm - 6:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Nancy Divine Study Room - 1st Floor Purpose of Meeting English language training		Reservation central iowa book club 4:00pm - 5:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Reservation Admin meeting 4:00pm - 5:45pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO Room	This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. The Bridge Home 4:00pm - 7:00pm Teens, Adults This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.}	Reservation Amy Numedahl 4:30pm - 5:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Study Room #3 - 2nd Floor Purpose of Meeting Practicum	This event is in the "Adults" group. Conversation Circles: French 4:00pm - 5:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.}
5 pm			This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. International Community Meetup 5:00pm - 6:00pm Family, Adults This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family, Adults Program Type: Meetup Program Details: Join fellow international residents on the third Tuesday of each month for fun activities and culture-sharing. ^{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.}
6 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group. Conversation Circles: Chinese 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Chinese. 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. Supporting a Loved One Struggling with Substance Use 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Danfoss Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Presentation Program Details: Do you know someone struggling with substance use and need information about how to help? ^{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.} Reservation Society for Creative Anachronism Medieval Recreation Group Meeting 6:00pm - 8:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Purpose of Meeting Local meeting for the world wide non-profit educational organization, The Society for Creative Anachronism. Reservation Third Stanza Poets 6:00pm - 8:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: PEO Room Purpose of Meeting poetry workshop	This event is in the "Family" group. Baby Time 6:30pm - 7:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.}
7 pm			Reservation Scouts SeaBase meeting 7:00pm - 8:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Purpose of Meeting Planning meeting for a scout trip This event is in the "Adults" group. Conversation Circles: Spanish 7:00pm - 8:30pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 Spanish. 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.}	Reservation Old Town Board Meeting 7:30pm - 8:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ames Public Library Room: Dale H. Ross Board Room Purpose of Meeting Monthly board meeting	This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Board of Trustees Meeting 7:00pm - 9:00pm Adults This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.} This event is in the "Family" group. Bedtime Stories 7:30pm - 8:00pm Family This event is in the "Family" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.}

The Library will be closed Tuesday-Wednesday, Dec. 24-25. The Bookmobile will be closed Dec. 23 - Jan. 3.

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Join us for more fun with another presentation of today's Terrific Tuesdays at Sawyer Elementary School (4316 Ontario Street, Ames).