Urbandale Public Library
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Monday May 6 9:00am - 9:40am 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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Monday May 6 9:50am - 10:35am CDT
Toddler Time
This short-attention span story time is perfect for toddlers. We'll share shorter books, rhymes, and music with the understanding that sitting still is tricky sometimes. Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy ......More
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Monday May 6 10:45am - 11:15am 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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Tuesday May 7 4:15pm - 5:15pm CDT
Afterschool Fun LEGO: Build a Better RV!
Join us for LEGO fun in the youth area of the library. Drop in the first Tuesday of the month between 4:15 and 5:15 to enjoy free building at your own pace, or complete a challenge! This month, we’re gearing up for Summer, and we want you to imagine the best recre......More
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Tuesday May 7 6:30pm - 7:00pm CDT
Evening 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 tell you ......More
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Wednesday May 8 9:30am - 10:15am CDT
Music and Movement
Get your groove on and strengthen early literacy skills at the same time! We’ll read one book but also do plenty of stretching, singing, dancing, rhyming, jumping, and even instrument play. You’ll have a blast helping your little one rock out. Target age: 2-7 years......More
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Wednesday May 8 10:30am - 11:15am CDT
Music and Movement
Get your groove on and strengthen early literacy skills at the same time! We’ll read one book but also do plenty of stretching, singing, dancing, rhyming, jumping, and even instrument play. You’ll have a blast helping your little one rock out. Target age: 2-7 year......More
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Wednesday May 8 5:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
Family Fun Night: DIY Puppet Party
Drop by anytime between 5:00-6:30 PM to make a paper bag monster puppet, pirate finger puppets, and even shadow puppets with their own theater. You and your puppets will be the stars of the show! Target age: Families with children ages 5 & up (Children under age 10 ......More
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Wednesday May 8 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Virtual Author Talk with Nina Simon
You’re invited to join Nina Simon online as she chats about her lighthearted whodunnit about a grandmother-mother-daughter trio of amateur sleuths, Mother-Daughter Murder Night. ......More
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Thursday May 9 9:00am - 9:40am 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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Thursday May 9 9:50am - 10:35am CDT
Toddler Time
This short-attention span story time is perfect for toddlers. We'll share shorter books, rhymes, and music with the understanding that sitting still is tricky sometimes. Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy ......More
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Thursday May 9 10:45am - 11:15am 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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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