Urbandale Public Library
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Thursday May 9 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
"It's Our War, Too!" American Women in World War II
When Americans were called to action, women "did their part" despite stereotyping and discrimination. The war spurred many women to enter the workforce for the first time, all while managing a household alone and upholding wartime duties. Women answered the call of Unc......More
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Friday May 10 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Classic Cinema: Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House
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 11 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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Tuesday May 14 4:15pm - 5:15pm CDT
Afterschool Fun Get Crafty: A Sensational Spring Bouquet
Join us for fun in the youth area of the library. Drop in the second Tuesday of the month between 4:15 and 5:15 to get crafty. This month, we’ll color, cut, and then curl paper flowers and leaves to make a 3-D bouquet! Target Age: 5 years old and up (All ......More
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Tuesday May 14 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Double Booked Evening Book Club: All Urbandale Reads 2024 - The Nightingale
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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Tuesday May 14 6:00pm - 7:15pm CDT
Block Party
It’s free play in a new way at the library! At this drop-in, unstructured program, we’ll provide Medium Blue Blocks from Imagination Playground, colorful jumbo plastic bricks, and other toys such as cars and animals to interact with the creations that your young e......More
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Wednesday May 15 9:30am - 11:00am CDT
Block Party
It’s free play in a new way at the library! At this drop-in, unstructured program, we’ll provide Medium Blue Blocks from Imagination Playground, colorful jumbo plastic bricks, and other toys such as cars and animals to interact with the creations that your young e......More
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Wednesday May 15 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Movie Night: Wonka
Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of the month for Movie Night at the Library. This film screening will include English subtitles. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy. Limited space, registration encouraged. **Please note that our monthly movie night......More
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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