Exhibits & Galleries in Ames

Hometown Heritage @ The Carnegie Library Museum

Hometown Heritage @ The Carnegie Library Museum · 1123 Willis Ave, Perry, IA

Hometown Heritage @ The Carnegie Library Museum is a public branch library in Perry, IA. Open 1,818 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 5,544 square feet.

Teen Advisory Board

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 8:30 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA · Ages 10–17

Students are invited to participate on the Library’s Teen Advisory Board (TAB). TAB meets weekly during the school year to help plan teen programs, sign up for library volunteer opportunities, build leadership skills and suggest teen books to be purchased by the Library. For students in grades...

Songs and Stories

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 3:00 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA

Enjoy 25 minutes of interactive stories, songs, and rhymes featuring props and opportunities for movement. For kids 0-5 years old and their caregivers. Registration is not required.

Teen Mario Kart Tournament

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 9:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

Let's go! Drive, dodge, and maneuver your way to a first-place finish in our Mario Kart Tournament! Prizes for the winners. 6th grade and up. This is a drop-in program - no registration necessary. Tournaments happen every Wednesday.

Memories on the Mighty Mo Walking Festival

In 1 week · Apr 17 – Apr 18 · First Avenue Trail guided walk · 4141 River's Edge Pkwy, Council Bluffs, IA

Quad Cities River Bandits at Cedar Rapids Kernels

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 11:05 PM UTC · Veterans Memorial Stadium · 950 Rockford Rd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA

MiLB High-A: Quad Cities River Bandits at Cedar Rapids Kernels at Veterans Memorial Stadium

Lansing Lugnuts at Quad Cities River Bandits

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 11:00 PM UTC · Modern Woodmen Park · 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA

MiLB High-A: Lansing Lugnuts at Quad Cities River Bandits at Modern Woodmen Park

Fiber & Friends - Teen Craft & Chat

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

Drop-in and bring a craft you are working on and join fellow crafters to work on projects and get tips from other creative people. All crafts are welcome, including sewing, knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking, paper crafts, and so on. This program is in partnership with Central Iowa Fiber Arts...

Rumble By The River

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 5:00 AM UTC · TBK Bank Sports Complex & Entertainment · 4850 Competition Drive, Bettendorf, IA

Tournament Details: Divisions: Open to boys and girls teams  3+ game guarantee events Bracket-play for advancing teams out of divisions Championship awards Social media highlights and shoutouts on @g

Teen Tabletop Game Night

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 11:30 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

Game night just got better -- are you in? Each month, we’ll feature new tabletop games (think Sushi Go, Ticket to Ride, One Night Ultimate Werewolf, etc.) and show you how to play. Open to 6th grade and up. Registration is appreciated for planning purposes, and you’ll receive reminder emails about.

0-5 Playtime

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA · Ages Up to 5

Children ages 0-5 years and their caregivers are invited to drop in the front program rooms and play with a variety of the library’s toys to build social and early literacy skills. For kids 0-5 years old and their caregivers. Registration is not required.

West Michigan Whitecaps at Cedar Rapids Kernels

In 3 weeks · Tue, Apr 28, 11:05 PM UTC · Veterans Memorial Stadium · 950 Rockford Rd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA

MiLB High-A: West Michigan Whitecaps at Cedar Rapids Kernels at Veterans Memorial Stadium

Virtual Author Talk: Miranda Cowley Heller

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

Award-winning and bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey through the life stages of a woman in her new poetry collection, What the Deep Water Knows. Delicate, yet exceedingly raw, these poems will transport you as vividly as any work of fiction. If I could fly...

Teen Smash Bros. Tournament

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

Test your skills! Prizes and bragging rights for the winners. Tournaments will be held every Wednesday. 6th grade and up. No registration necessary.

Art Gallery Reception: The Artists Hoyt & Stephanie Swilley

In 2 weeks · Sun, Apr 26, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Urbandale Public Library · 3520 86th St, Urbandale, IA

Drop in for light refreshments and meet The Artists Hoyt (Evan + Summer Hoyt) and Stephanie Swilley, and check out their joint exhibit in the Art Gallery from April 12 - May 30.

Board Game Night

In 3 weeks · Tue, Apr 28, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA · Ages 18+

Do you enjoy social games but need a group to play with? Join us for a night of board games! Bring a friend or come solo. For adults ages 18+. Registration is requested.

Teen Art Cart

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 12:00 AM–12:00 AM UTC · Indianola Public Library · 207 N B St, Indianola, IA

Drop in if you are feeling creative! The Art Cart will be located in the teen room. Bring your sketchbook; supplies are provided. For grades 6-12 only.

Mama Tried Motorcycle Show, Milwaukee, Wisconsin – Feb 17-19

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 5:00 AM UTC · National Motorcycle Museum · 102 Chamber Drive, Anamosa IA, Anamosa, IA

Louisville Bats at Iowa Cubs

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 11:38 PM UTC · Principal Park · 1 Line Dr, Des Moines, IA

MiLB Triple-A: Louisville Bats at Iowa Cubs at Principal Park

Preschool Play Day

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 3:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

Read to Marmalade the Dog (K-5th Grade)* 4:00-4:10 PM

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 9:00 PM–9:15 PM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

*THIS SESSION IS FOR 4:00 - 4:10 PM. Our system only allows us to put in 15-minute increments. Please check in for your allotted time at the Children's Desk closest to the Play Nook and try to arrive 5 minutes early. These sessions will take place in the study room right next to the Children's...

Tween & Teen Graffiti Painting & Collage

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Urbandale Public Library · 3520 86th St, Urbandale, IA

This month, we’re celebrating Graffiti Art and highlighting the work of legendary graffiti artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. Join us to create a mixed media painting/ collage. Learn a scrape painting technique for your background, then collage pieces of magazines or newspapers into your painting....

Kids Create (gr K-5)

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Indianola Public Library · 207 N B St, Indianola, IA

Books and art go together like peanut butter and jelly. Like mysteries and magic. Like dragons and ... more dragons. Each month will feature a different book-inspired art project for elementary kids, grades K-5. Per Library policy: "Children ages seven and under must be accompanied by a responsible.

Senior Crafting Social with Pinicon Senior Living

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

Senior Crafting Social is a fun and relaxing program for seniors to learn a new craft and enjoy connecting with other seniors in the area. Enjoy projects like paint by number, both bomb making, and seasonal crafts at no cost. This program is hosted in partnership with Pinicon Senior Living. About...

Cookies and CultureALL

In 1 week · Sun, Apr 19, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA

Bring your friends and family and join us to listen and learn about world cultures! A different cultural ambassador will present each month. Cookies will be served. This month learn about legends from Oneida with Amanda Cawthorn. All ages welcome. Registration is requested. Please register for a...

Mini & Me Dance Class with Motivate Dance

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 3:00 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

Motivate Dance will stop by to offer a free demo class of their Mini & Me session! This dance class is geared towards ages 1-3 but all ages are welcome! No registration required.

Doodlerz Art Studio: Clay Creations

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

This month, our highlighted craft is air dry clay!

Kahoot Trivia: Name That Tune Edition (Now with more kazoos!)

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

Test your knowledge of random trivia and music in this fast-paced Kahoot challenge—a fun online quiz you play on your device. No device? No problem! The library will have devices available. Will there be kazoos? YES! Registration appreciated. For kids in 6th grade and up.

Water Colors and Wood Painting at AR Workshop

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

Learn how to use water colors and create wood paintings with AR Workshop! This event is for tweens and teens, grades 5-12. Registration required.

Toddler Time

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 2:15 PM–2:45 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA · Ages Up to 5

Enjoy 20-25 minutes of short stories, songs, and lots of movement followed by playtime to build early literacy skills. For kids 18 mo.-3 years old and their caregivers. Monthly registration is required. Please register for a seat for each toddler attending. Each session in the same week is a...

Afterschool Fun STEM: Animal Tracks Identifier

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 9:15 PM–10:15 PM UTC · Urbandale Public Library · 3520 86th St, Urbandale, IA

Have you ever seen animal tracks on the ground and wondered which animal made them? This month, join us to make and decorate a handy-dandy, hand-held guide to help you figure it out! We’ll also post some example tracks around the youth area, and you can go on a mini scavenger hunt to find and...

Estate Planning 101

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 11:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Indianola Public Library · 207 N B St, Indianola, IA

Whether you're planning for yourself or with a loved one, a clear plan protects your family and legacy. Join Vicki Monaco from Life & Legacy Advisors to learn about the life & legacy planning guide and the basics of estate planning. Registration requested but not required to attend.

Friends of the Library April Book Sale

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

Do good and give back through supporting the Friends of the Marion Public Library's book sales! Proceeds from the book sales go back to supporting the Friends, who support the library and programming activities for our communities. Learn more about the Friends of the Marion Public Library here.

K-5 ASAP: Drama at the Library

In 2 weeks · Thu, Apr 23, 9:00 PM–9:45 PM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

K-5 kids are invited to participate in fun and educational programming, brought to you by the After School Arts Program. ASAP Teaching Artists lead studio classes in all arts disciplines: literary arts like poetry and storytelling, 2D and 3D visual art, drama, music, dance, culinary art, and more...

School's Out: Extended Teen Space Hours

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 6:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

School’s out and the Teen Space is open all afternoon! Stop by JPL anytime between 1:00–6:00 pm to hang out, play video games, make art, and more. 1:00 pm — No School Nostalgia: Movie & Craft Be a kid again! Watch Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and create Shrinky Dink keychains, jewelry, pins,.

Teen Early Out

In 3 weeks · Wed, Apr 29, 6:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA · Ages 10–17

Join the Library and Waukee Parks and Recreation staff for fun outdoor crafts, games, and snacks at the 11Fifty on Olson Apartments from 1:30-3:30 PM. 1150 SE Olson Drive, Waukee, IA 50263. For students in grades 6 -12. Registration is not required.

Anime Club: School's Out Special Ramen Day

In 2 weeks · Thu, Apr 23, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

Join JPL's Anime Club each week for Japanese snacks, anime trivia, and art projects! All fans welcome! Registration is not required, but it is appreciated for planning purposes. You will receive reminder emails about meetings if you register.

K-5 ASAP: Color Exploration

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 16, 9:00 PM–9:45 PM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

K-5 kids are invited to participate in fun and educational programming, brought to you by the After School Arts Program. ASAP Teaching Artists lead studio classes in all arts disciplines: literary arts like poetry and storytelling, 2D and 3D visual art, drama, music, dance, culinary art, and more...

No School Nostalgia: Movie & Craft

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

Be a kid again! Watch Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse and make Shrinky Dink keychains, jewelry, pins, and more! Snacks provided! Registration is appreciated for planning purposes.

Tween Crafts

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 17, 8:30 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA · Ages 10–17

Middle grade students are invited to discover a different fun craft project each month. This month create a Faux Terrarium. For students in grades 4-6. Registration is required. Please register for a seat for each student attending.

Peruvian Culture and History with the AHS Spanish Club

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 21, 6:30 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

Have you ever wanted to learn more about Peruvian history and culture? Or try new foods? Join us during Hawk Time as we listen to a presentation from a local Peruvian, as he talks about Peruvian history and culture from his own lived experiences. We will have a traditional Peruvian dish to try from.

Sensory Spaces

In 2 weeks · Sun, Apr 26, 10:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Urbandale Public Library · 3520 86th St, Urbandale, IA

Sensory Spaces are Metro area libraries offering special hours for members of the public who appreciate a sensory-friendly environment. (Click here for more details and check out the metro schedule.) What are some of the things you can expect at this Sensory Spaces event? The library will have..

Storytime Studio

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 18, 3:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Indianola Public Library · 207 N B St, Indianola, IA

It’s Storytime PLUS. Stories, songs, shakers AND a different play-based art activity each month!

Elementary Early Out STEAM

In 3 weeks · Wed, Apr 29, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA

Explore a variety of hands-on STEAM activities. This month, we'll explore projects that have to do with music and sound. For kids in grades 1-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required. Please register for each child attending.

Culinary Class: Cooking Easy Meals

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 4:00 PM–6:30 PM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

Join the library and Horizons, A Family Service Alliance to learn how to make easy, affordable meals with low-cost ingredients. Attendees will learn how to make various dishes, sample the results, and take home a meal kit with all necessary ingredients to make the meal. Meal kits serve 4 - 5...

Jackbox Games

In 2 weeks · Fri, Apr 24, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

Drop by the Teen Space for a fun afternoon of Jackbox Games. From quick-draw battles to hilarious quizzes and bluffing games, Jackbox is a collection of interactive party games you play using your phone or other device as a controller. You’ll need a phone, tablet, or other device to join in, but...

Anatomy Ambassadors

In 2 weeks · Thu, Apr 23, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Urbandale Public Library · 3520 86th St, Urbandale, IA

The Anatomy Ambassadors are visiting the library, and they’re bringing real human organs that you can see up close. Some can even be touched! The Ambassadors are medical students from Des Moines University who will answer your questions and tell you about the cool things that our organs can do!...

Babytime

In 1 week · Mon, Apr 20, 2:15 PM–2:45 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA · Ages Up to 5

Build early literacy skills with 15-20 minutes of songs, rhymes, and books followed by playtime. For infants 0-17 mo. and their caregivers. Registration is required. Please register for a seat for each infant attending.

Ankeny Genealogy Chapter

In 3 weeks · Mon, Apr 27, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

Monthly meeting for the Ankeny Genealogy Chapter. Come prepared to share what you have discovered about your family tree at this participatory meeting!

Family Lego Club

In 3 weeks · Mon, Apr 27, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Indianola Public Library · 207 N B St, Indianola, IA

Join us for a family night with Legos. You can accept Kelsey’s challenge or build whatever you want!