Week Calendar

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 (7/21)	Mon (7/22)	Tue (7/23)	Wed (7/24)	Thu (7/25)	Fri (7/26)	Sat (7/27)
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.}
					This event is in the "Family" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. Sidewalk Sale All Day 7/25 - 7/28 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: In Front of Library Age Group: Family, Teens, Adults Program Type: Book Sale Program Details: Support your local library and shop for gently-used books and more for all ages from Literary Grounds Bookstore during Summer Sidewalk Sales in Downtown Ames July 25-28! Find out more at amesdowntown.org. ^{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		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: Miracle Park — Walnut Shelter (2500 Duff Avenue, 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. This event is in the "Adults" group. Parenting Circle 9:30am - 10:30pm 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: 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.}
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: Miracle Park — Walnut Shelter (2500 Duff Avenue, 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: Balloon Storytelling with Twisted Bokay 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 "Adults" group. Genealogy Help 10:00am - 12:00pm 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: Danfoss Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: History/Genealogy Program Details: Run into a brick wall? Not sure where to start researching your roots? Stop by this monthly meetup of local genealogists to get help with research, software and writing your family story. ^{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.}	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.}
11 am		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Adults" group. 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. 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 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 "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.} 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.}	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.}
1 pm			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 "Family" group. Kids Summer Blast: Insects of Summer 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: Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Age Group: Family Program Type: Arts/Crafts, Summer at the Library Program Details: Kids in 1^st- 5^th grade are invited to have a blast with the Library! This week's feature: INSECTS OF SUMMER Location: Library 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.}
2 pm				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.}
3 pm					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 "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					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.}		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 "Teens" group. Teen Movie: "SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE" 5:00pm - 8:00pm 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: Movie Program Details: Stop into the Teen Space for a movie or two during this summer with some snacks! ^{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 "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			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.}	This event is in the "Adults" group. Conversation Circles: German 7:00pm - 8:00pm 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 German. 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. View from the Margins Book Group 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: Danfoss Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Discussion, Meetup Program Details: Check out this book group for fresh insights and lively discussion about topics relating to society, identity, and culture. ^{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.}