Urbandale Public Library
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Thursday May 16 4:30pm - 5:30pm CDT
Tween Painting: Manga-fy Yourself!
Have you ever wondered what you would look like as a Manga character? Our Youth Assistant will provide you with a template to help you get creative while you paint yourself in the style of Manga! Or if you prefer, celebrate your interest in this style of art by paint......More
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Thursday May 16 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Page Turners Book Club
Book Club books will be available for checkout after each meeting. See what other formats - including large print, audiobook, and downloadable versions - are available in our collection ......More
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Thursday May 16 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Painting: Manga-fy Yourself!
Have you ever wondered what you would look like as a Manga character? Our Youth Assistant will provide you with a template to help you get creative while you paint yourself in the style of Manga! Or if you prefer, celebrate your interest in this style of art by paint......More
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Friday May 17 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Storytime Explorers
At this longer storytime, we’ll dive into a topic and explore the fascinating world around us using a combination of nonfiction and fiction books. Each storytime will typically include reading, discussion, one craft, and one science activity. Target age: 3-6 year......More
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Saturday May 18 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Baby Bounce
Baby and caregiver will enjoy bouncing, singing, shaking, and playing together! Experience/practice counting, rhythm, body part identification, animal sounds, sensory stimulation, fine and gross motor skills, and more! We'll have 20-25 minutes of interactive programmin......More
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Saturday May 18 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Family Storytime
Join us for interactive stories, singing, rhyming, and more educational FUN! Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy early literacy. Target age: 2-6 years old, with an adult. Our age recommendations tel......More
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Saturday May 18 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Teen Volunteer Orientation
All teens ages 12-17 who want to volunteer at the library this summer 2024 must turn in a volunteer application, signed by a parent or guardian by May 5th, and pass a phone interview. (Learn more) Tee......More
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Saturday May 18 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Adult Recreational Chess
Drop in and play some chess; all skill levels are welcome! Held every Saturday afternoon from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. Please note that this program is not staffed and anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Sunday May 19 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Urbandale Historical Society: Urbandale Public Library
Learn about the history of the Urbandale Public Library from our very own Programming & Outreach Librarian, Staci Stanton. __________________________ This program is part of a series the Urbandale Historical Society has been hosting at the Urbandale Public ......More
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Monday May 20 12:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
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Tuesday May 21 4:15pm - 5:15pm CDT
Afterschool Fun STEM: Mini Model Magic Eco System
Join us for fun in the youth area of the library. Drop in on the third Tuesday of the month between 4:15 and 5:15 to enjoy science, technology, engineering, or math activities. This month we’re learning a little bit more about ecosystems! Choose an ecosystem then......More
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Tuesday May 21 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Virtual Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang
We welcome you to register for a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F. Kuang) as she chats with us about her New York Times bestselling novel, Yellowface. Yellowface grapples with questions of diversity, racism, and cultural appropriation, as well as the te......More
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Wednesday May 22 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Double Booked Afternoon Book Club
Book Club books will be available for checkout after each meeting. See what other formats - including large print, audiobook, and downloadable versions - are available in our collection ......More
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Wednesday May 22 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Teen Volunteer Orientation
All teens ages 12-17 who want to volunteer at the library this summer 2024 must turn in a volunteer application, signed by a parent or guardian by May 5th, and pass a phone interview. (Learn more) Tee......More
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Thursday May 23 5:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Sustainability Fair
The library has partnered with Polk County Public Works to offer a free, family-friendly event featuring community organizations playing a part in sustainability. Drop in for live music by Country Americana singer and songwriter Robert Deitch, and visit more than ......More
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Friday May 24 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Classic Cinema: The Money Pit
Join us on the second and fourth Friday of the month for classic cinema from the 20th century. This film screening will include English subtitles. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy. Limited space, registration encouraged. Celebrate National......More
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Saturday May 25 1:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Adult Recreational Chess
Drop in and play some chess; all skill levels are welcome! Held every Saturday afternoon from 1:00 - 4:00 PM. Please note that this program is not staffed and anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.