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For more locations, see the Bookmobile Schedule on the back of this newsletter!

October 2017

Religious Book SaleSept. 29 - Oct. 1, Literary GroundsDuring Library Open Hours

Stop by our book sale for great deals on used books about various religions! Select books are half price on Sunday.Book sales at the Library are presented by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Catalog UpdatesWatch for updates coming soon to Ames Public Library's online catalog. Changes to the look and layout of the catalog will make it mobile-friendly, so you can get the same functionality on your phone as you do on a computer.

Ames Public Library HoursMonday-Thursday: 9am - 9pm

Friday & Saturday: 9am - 6pm

Sunday: 1pm - 5pm

Are your ready to kick-start a

Read Aloud habitacross the country?

It takes 21 days to form a habit. What better habit to have then reading aloud daily for at least 15 minutes and preparing your child for learning, school, and life?

Read aloud together for at least 21 days this October for an entry into a prize drawing!Come to the Library or Bookmobile or visit ReadAloud.org to start the 21 Day Challenge.

Author CafésSarvinder Naberhaus & Susan Maupin SchmidSaturday, October 7, 2-4pm, AuditoriumTickets: $20 at the Library's Welcome Desk

Enjoy tea and refreshments with local authors Sarvinder Naberhaus and Susan Maupin Schmid. Naberhaus has published four children's books: Boom Boom, Blue Sky White Stars, Lines, and Dog Tales Too. Schmid is the author of the 100 Dresses series, the fi rst book of which is a Junior Library Guild selection.Presented by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation with support from Green Hills Retirement Community. Proceeds from this event will benefi t special programming at Ames Public Library.

KIDS Author Café: Susan Owen & Tim ReadSunday, October 8, 2-4pm, Auditorium

Tickets: $20 for Adults, $10 for Childrenat the Library's Welcome Desk

Families are invited to a special Author Café that's perfect for 4- to 12-year-olds (with an adult). Tim Read, local author and illustrator of the My Very Silly Monster series will be a guest of honor. Susan Owen, co-owner of the Pumpkin Patch, will present an interactive introduction to etiquette. Presented by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation with support from Monica and Max Porter. Proceeds from this event will benefi t special programming at Ames Public Library.

LGBTQ Hangout for Teens with Planned Parenthood Friday, October 66:30pm, Teen SpaceFeeling left out when it comes to learning about healthy relationships and sexual health? 6th-12th graders, come hang out, make crafts, eat snacks, and get answers from a Planned Parenthood health educator.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Planned Parenthood of the Heartland.

Movie Night: PrideWednesday, October 116:30pm, AuditoriumSee "Movie Night" inside.

Drag Queen StorytimeSaturday, October 1410:30am, Storytime RoomJoin spectacular drag queens for stories, crafts, and a celebration of love, individuality, and acceptance!

Ames PridefestSaturday, October 1412-6pm, Bandshell ParkCelebrate the inaugural Ames Pridefest, featuring live entertainment, food trucks, the Bookmobile, vendors, and more!Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Ames Pride.

Regular MeetupsArt Club3rd Tuesday of Each Month1-3pm, Board Room

Discuss art, artists, and creativity. Th is is a great opportunity to share your work and get some suggestions and gentle critiques. Feel free to bring an art project to work on (using non-messy materials).

Crochet & Knitting Group2nd and 4th Saturdays of Each Month10am-12pm, The Studio

All ages are invited to hang out and knit or crochet. Bring your own materials.

Inkspots3rd Wednesday of Each Month1:30-3pm, The Studio

Inkspots is a writers’ group that meets monthly to discuss and gently critique members’ writing. For more information, please visit the Library’s Adult Services Desk or call (515) 239-5646 ext. 4.

Play Games Ames4th Saturday of Each Month2-5pm, Auditorium

All ages are welcome to play, chat, or to just see what we're all about. Experienced board gamers will be on hand to teach you how to play a variety of games.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Play Games Ames.

TechnologyApple Users GroupEvery Friday10:30am-12pm, The Studio

Th e purpose of the group is to support and improve participants' use of Apple technology, iPhone, iPad, and Mac specifi cally. Participants can bring questions or issues they have using Apple devices.

Computer BasicsMondays, October 2-2310am-12pm, PEO Room

Drop into any of our computer classes! Classes are about two hours long. Computers are provided for all classes. You can guarantee your spot in a specifi c class by preregistering at the Library’s Adult Services Desk or by calling (515) 239-5646 extension 4.

October 2: Intro. to Computers

October 9: Web Browsers

October 16: Computer Files

October 23: E-Mail

Genealogy Computer User Group4th Tuesday of Each Month10am-12pm, Auditorium

Stop into a monthly meetup to talk about genealogy software as well as other technology and applications that are helpful for genealogy research.

First Friday PC Help Session1st Friday of Each Month10:30am-12pm, Location Varies

Learn and share tips and ideas for using personal computers (PCs) with Microsoft Windows. Participants can bring questions or issues they have using a Windows PC.

Tech for Teens and KidsGet the kids coding or exploring STEM at the Library! Look for events under Meetups for Teens and Meetups for Kids/Tweens.

Genealogy ClassesGenealogy Basics ClassFridays, September 8 & 22 and October 6 & 2010am-12pm, PEO Room

Th ese classes require registration. Please contact the Story County Genealogical Society for information about upcoming sessions.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and the Story County Genealogical Society.

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Conversations in...American Sign Language (ASL)

1st Thursday of Each Month, 6:30-8pm, Danfoss Room

Chinese: 3rd Wednesdays of Each Month at 6pm, The Studio

English: Mondays at 11am, Auditorium

French: Saturdays at 4pm, The Studio

Russian: Saturdays at 3pm, The Studio

Spanish: Thursdays at 6:30pm, The Studio

Gather for casual conversations in diff erent languages. Chat in your native language or get comfortable talking in another language.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library, the ASL Club at ISU, and Ames Chinese Language Academy.

Genealogy Intermediate ClassThursdays, September 14 & 28 and October 12 & 2610am-12pm, PEO Room

Movie NightMovie Nightat the Library

The LEGO Batman MovieThursday, October 56:30pm, Auditorium

In the irreverent spirit of fun that made Th e LEGO® Movie a worldwide phenomenon, the self-described leading man of that ensemble—LEGO Batman—stars in his own big-screen adventure.(2017; 104 minutes; MPAA Rating PG)

PrideWednesday, October 116:30pm, Auditorium

Pride is inspired by an extraordinary true story. It's the summer of 1984, Margaret Th atcher is in power and the National Union of Mineworkers is on

strike, prompting a London-based group of gay and lesbian activists to raise money to support the strikers' families.(2014; 119 minutes; MPAA Rating R)

Presentations & ForumsAuthor Visit: Michelle HooverMonday, October 167pm, Auditorium

Visit with Michelle Hoover, former Ames resident and the author of this year's All Iowa Reads book, Bottomland.Bottomland follows the Hess family in the years after World War I as they attempt to rid themselves of the Anti-German sentiment that left a stain on their name. But when the youngest two daughters vanish in the middle of the night, the family must piece together what happened while struggling to maintain their life on the unforgiving Iowa plains.Books will be available for purchase and signing courtesy of University Book Store. Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and KHOI Community Radio with support from the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Genealogy Plus: Intro. to Source EvaluationWednesday, October 1810am-12pm, Auditorium

Genealogy Tech Dennis Allen will help you understand the nature of the research data you fi nd. Is it primary or secondary information? Learn how to compare, analyze, and use (or not) the data you fi nd. Even negative results have value. Learn the value of census, death certifi cates, obits, county histories, immigration records, and more. Discover how to determine if the records you seek were lost in fi re or fl oods, discarded, moved, or digitized…before you search for them.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and the Story County Genealogical Society.

Candidate ForumWednesday, October 18, AuditoriumHot Chocolate Social: 5:30-6:30pmCandidate Forum: 6:30-8pm

Ames Public Library and Ames Progressive Alliance invite you to meet neighbors, family, and friends; share hot chocolate; and let the Ames Progressive Alliance provide supervised activities for your children (4 and older) while you learn more about the progressive priorities of the Ames Mayoral and City Council candidates.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Ames Progressive Alliance.

Big Bluestem Audubon Society Presents Costa RicaThursday, October 197pm, PEO Room

Join Matt and Toni Wetrich and relive their adventures as they share photos, videos, and stories of their time in Costa Rica. Highlights include being slapped by a monkey, various close encounters on a night hike to a waterfall in the rainforest in the mountains, candlelit yoga, and displaying Resplendent Quetzals.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Big Bluestem Audubon Society.

In Pursuit of SilenceThursday, October 126:30pm, Auditorium

In Pursuit of Silence is a meditative exploration of our relationship with silence, sound and the impact of noise on our lives. Co-Producer and Ames native Cassidy Hall will be available for discussion following the fi lm.(2015; 81 minutes; Not Rated)Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation and Rena and Dick Hall.

Of Two MindsTuesday, October 176:30pm, Auditorium

Of Two Minds is the story of the challenging relationship between Billie and her younger schizophrenic sister, Elizabeth Baby. After their mother dies, Billie takes responsibility

by moving Baby in with her family. (2012; 85 minutes; Not Rated)Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and NAMI Central Iowa.

Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Theatre at the LibraryClimate Change Theatre Action at the LibraryMonday, October 27pm, Auditorium

Join us for a live performance of a series of short plays as part of ISU's Climate Change Th eatre Action. During intermission, audience members will have the opportunity to speak to representatives of environmental awareness and advocacy organizations from across campus and the Ames community.Climate Change Th eatre Action is a worldwide series of readings and performances of short climate change plays presented October 1 - November 18, 2017 to support the United Nations COP 23 meeting. Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library, ISU's MFA Program in Creative Writing & Environment, ISU Th eatre, and the ISU Offi ce of Sustainability.

Out of the Fire - The Banned Books Monologues Free PreviewTuesday, October 37pm, Auditorium

Catch a sneak peak of ISU Th eatre's performance of Out of the Fire, a series of monologues on the subject of banned books from many points of view. Th is preview event will feature the work of ISU student playwrights Mat Wymore and Emily Horner along with a panel discussion on building Out of the Fire with members of the play’s cast, playwrights, artistic staff and collaborators.For information on the full performance at Fisher Th eater, visit www.theatre.iastate.edu.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and ISU Th eatre.

Family FunChinese Traditional Culture FestivalSunday, October 152-4pm, Auditorium

Families are invited to a celebration of Chinese culture at the Library! Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Ames Chinese Language Academy.

Environmental Education: Nocturnal AnimalsSunday, October 153:30pm, Storytime Room

Just in time for Halloween, come learn all about nocturnal animals! Enjoy a read-aloud story, crafts, and interactive activities about creatures of the night.

Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and NAI/Environmental Education.

Bookmobile ScheduleMONDAYSawyer School, 5-8pm

(4316 Ontario)

TUESDAYSt. Cecilia School, 3-4pm

(Hoover Avenue & 30th Street)Ames High School, 4:30-5:30pm

(1921 Ames High Drive)

WEDNESDAYEdwards School, 1:45-2:45pm

(820 Miller Avenue)Ames Middle School, 3-4pm

(3915 Mortensen Road) Fareway on Stange, 5-8pm

(Stange & Bloomington)

THURSDAYEast of ISU Library, 11am-1pm

(701 Morrill Road)Mitchell School, 3-4pm

(3521 Jewel Drive)Ames Christian School, 4:30-6pm

(925 South 16th Street)

Jim Coppoc and Reggie GreenlawSunday, October 222-4pm, Auditorium

Local musicians will play live music and talk about the artists that inspired them.

Jim Coppoc plays a blend of Travis picking, Carter Scratch and other traditional fi ngerstyle elements that blend into a full, articulate guitar sound all his own. Coppoc will be joined by members of Cody Road and Disappearing Songs Project.

Reggie Greenlaw will play a variety of country rock, country folk, roots, and alternative country genres. Th ink Th e Birds, Neil Young, Gordon Lightfoot, and Johnny Cash.

Audience members may enter a drawing to win two free tickets to see Bumper Jacksons as part of the Stephens Auditorium 2017-2018 Performing Arts Series.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library, Stephens Auditorium 2017-2018 Performing Arts Series, and KHOI Community Radio with support from the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

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Book Discussions028: Real Reads

2nd Thursday of Each Month7pm, Board Room

028 focuses on recently published, popular nonfi ction on a variety of topics.

October 12Evicted: Poverty and Profi t in the American City by Matthew Desmond

November 9Hidden Figures: The American Dream and the Untold Story of the Black Women Mathematicians Who Helped Win the Space Race by Margot Lee Shetterly

December 14The Road to Little Dribbling: Adventures of an American in Britain by Bill Bryson

Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Books at Noon4th Wednesday of Each Month12pm, The Studio

Share what you've read recently—fi ction or nonfi ction—and hear about what everyone else is reading. Be prepared to give a brief description and your opinion about one or two books you've listened to or read.

Great Books3rd Sunday of Each Month2pm, Board Room

Th is monthly book group discusses literary classics using materials from the Great Books Foundation. To sign up and fi nd out the monthly selection, visit the Library's Adult Services Desk or call (515) 239-5646 ext. 4.Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Heartland Book DiscussionTuesday, October 171pm, Heartland Senior ServicesJoin library staff at Heartland Senior Services and talk about Kate Morton’s Th e Forgotten Garden, the tale of a lost child, a terrible secret, and a mysterious inheritance.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Heartland Senior Services.

Mystery Lovers Book Club1st Wednesday of Each Month12pm, The Studio

Mystery readers, come talk about books by a selected author.

October 4: Craig Johnson

November 1: Robert Tanenbaum

December 6: Ngaio Marsh

Meetups for Kids/TweensCoding for KidsK-2nd Grade:

Wednesdays, Oct. 4 & 18 and Nov. 1 & 153rd-5th Grade:

Wednesdays, Oct. 11 & 25 and Nov. 8 & 294pm, Youth Makerspace

Come learn all about computer programming through cool demos and hands-on activities.

STEM SundaySundays, at 2:30pm, Rotary Room

Explore science, technology, engineering, and math with fun hands-on activities. We'll take on a diff erent topic each week.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Iowa State University's Future Teachers-Future Leaders Learning Community.

Meetups for TeensGirls Who CodeMondays Starting October 9 at 6:30pm, The Studio

Teens are invited to a coding club just for girls. Each week, we'll talk about a diff erent topic like robotics, video games, web sites, and apps. Meet other girls who code, hear from experts, get hands-on, and make connections with female engineers and entrepreneurs. Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library, Ames High School Girls Who Code, and Workiva.

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)1st and 3rd Saturday of Each Month11am-12:30pm, Board Room

Help plan exciting library events for teens, share what you’re reading, and make new friends. Th ere’s free pizza, too!

Teen Writers’ Workshop2nd Sunday of Each Month, 2-4pm, Board Room

6th-12th graders, join author David Zimmerman for writing exercises to fi nesse their creative writing skills. Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Iowa State University's Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and Environment.

TEEN Roleplaying Game Association2nd Saturday of Each Month, 1-5pm, Rotary Rm.

Th is group for teens is dedicated to a wide exploration of games, including Dungeons and Dragons, Star Wars, Magic, and more.

TWEEN Roleplaying Club2nd Saturday of Each Month, 2-4pm, PEO Room

3rd-5th graders are invited to play a tween-friendly version of Dungeons and Dragons at the Library.

Weekly StorytimesBaby TimeTuesdays at 1:30pmWednesdays at 11:05amThursdays at 6pm, Storytime Room

Bring your prewalker for books, songs, baby sign language, and more.

Toddler TimeMondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays

10am, Storytime RoomTuesdays at 1pm, Storytime Room

Join us for 20-25 minutes of music, books, and early literacy activities.

Family StorytimeWednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays

10:30am, Storytime Room

Children of all ages are invited to this interactive program to build listening, language, and literacy skills. Drop into Maker Morning for a related craft activity.

Maker MorningWednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays

10-11:30am, Youth Makerspace

Drop in to create a diff erent craft each week based on the same theme as Family Storytime!

Milk & Book-iesThursdays at 6:30pm, Storytime Room

Stop in for 30+ minutes of fun STEAM activities along with milk and cookies.

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Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.Help support Page One and other Library services and programs by

donating online at www.aplff .org or mailing your check to P.O. Box 1832, Ames, IA 50010.

To view Page One online or to sign up to receive the Page One e-mail newsletter, visit www.amespubliclibrary.org.

If you are a person with a disability who requires special assistance, please call (515) 239-5646 in advance of a program.

Presentation of a program does not constitute the Library’s endorsement of the content or views expressed by participants. If your organization is interested in presenting a program, please contact Mary at 239-5633 or

[email protected].

Preschool PupsSession 1: Fridays, Sept. 29 and Oct. 6, 13, & 20,


Session 2: Fridays, Oct. 27 and Nov. 3, 10, & 17, 9:30am, Storytime Room

Children age 3-5 (and their grownups) will love this free four-part program all about dogs! Preschoolers will engage in arts-based prosocial activities to learn about dog body language and discover what it takes to provide responsible, loving care for a pet.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Plucky Paws, LLC.

Parents & Parents-To-BeBest Start Breastfeeding Class & Next Step Pumping 3rd Monday of Each Month, Location VariesBreastfeeding: 6-7:30pmPumping: 7:35-8:35pm

Join us for a free two-part prenatal class on breastfeeding and pumping. Come to one or both parts. Support persons are encouraged to attend. Please RSVP to [email protected] in partnership with Ames Public Library,Mid-Iowa Community Action (MICA), and Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

Mama Milk Meetup4th Monday of Each Month, 9:30-11am, Teen Space

All nursing moms and moms-to-be are invited to a breastfeeding café. Children are welcome!Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library, Mid-Iowa Community Action (MICA), and Ames Loving Support.

The Mothering Circle3rd Thursday of Each Month at 9:30am, Teen Space

All mothers are invited to come together to connect, explore issues, deepen intuition, and share their parenting journeys. We will address the needs and concerns of each mother so she can fi nd compassionate support and inspiration.

Homeschool EventsHomeschool: Math Literacy1st Thursday of Each Month, 10am, Location Varies

Learning and teaching math concepts can be intimidating. Using hands-on activities, kids and parents will both learn that math is fun! Our October 5 session will be on "number sense."Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Iowa State University's School of Education.

Homeschool Meetup2nd Tuesday of Each Month at 7pm, Youth Makerspace

Parents and homeschool leaders, come to the youth area and chat about what is working, what is not, and anything else you care to discuss.

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1Religious Book Sale

1-5pm, Literary GroundsSTEM Sunday

2:30pm, Rotary Room

2Read Aloud 21 Day Challenge BeginsComputer Basics: Intro. to Computers

10am-12pm, PEO RoomToddler Time

10am, Storytime RoomConversations in English

11am, AuditoriumClimate Change Theatre Action Event

7pm, Auditorium

3Toddler Time

1pm, Storytime RoomBaby Time

1:30pm, Storytime RoomOut of the Fire - The Banned Books

Monologues Free Preview7pm, Auditorium

8 Kids Author Café:

Susan Owen and Tim Read2-4pm, Auditorium

Teen Writers’ Workshop2-4pm, Board Room

STEM Sunday2:30pm, Rotary Room

9Computer Basics: Web Browsers



11am, AuditoriumGirls Who Code Club

6:30pm, Th e Studio

10Toddler Time


1:30pm, Storytime RoomHomeschool Meetup7pm, Youth Makerspace

15Chinese Traditional Culture Festival

2-4pm, AuditoriumGreat Books

2pm, Board RoomSTEM Sunday

2:30pm, Rotary RoomEnvironmental Education:

Nocturnal Animals3:30pm, Storytime Room

16Computer Basics: Computer Files



11am, AuditoriumBest Start Breastfeeding Class

6-7:30pm, PEO RoomGirls Who Code Club

6:30pm, Th e StudioAuthor Visit: Michelle Hoover

7pm, AuditoriumNext Step Pumping Class

7:35-8:35pm, PEO Room

17Art Club

1-3pm, Board RoomHeartland Book Discussion1pm, Heartland Senior Services

Toddler Time1pm, Storytime Room

Baby Time1:30pm, Storytime Room

Reel Connections: Of Two Minds6:30pm, Auditorium

22Free Pocket Paperbacks Weekend

1-5pm, Library LobbyInspired Performances:

Jim Coppoc and Reggie Greenlaw2-4pm, Auditorium

STEM Sunday2:30pm, Rotary Room

23Mama Milk Meetup9:30-11am, Teen Space

Computer Basics: E-Mail10am-12pm, PEO Room

Toddler Time10am, Storytime Room

Conversations in English11am, Auditorium

Girls Who Code Club6:30pm, Th e StudioBoard of Trustees7pm, Board Room

24Genealogy Computer Users Group

10am-12pm, AuditoriumToddler Time


1:30pm, Storytime Room

29STEM Sunday

2:30pm, Rotary Room

30Toddler Time


11am, AuditoriumGirls Who Code Club

6:30pm, Th e Studio

31Trick-or-Treat at the Library

9am-9pmToddler Time


1:30pm, Storytime Room

Presentation of a program does not constitute the Library’s endorsement of the content or views expressed by participants. If your organization is interested in presenting a program,

please contact Mary at 239-5633 or [email protected].

Ames Public Library HoursMonday-Thursday: 9am - 9pm

Friday & Saturday: 9am - 6pm

Sunday: 1pm - 5pm

515 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA 50010(515) 239-5646

www.amespubliclibrary.org

Color Key: All Ages Family Event Teen Event Adult Event

WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

4Maker Morning

10-11:30am, Youth MakerspaceToddler Time

10am, Storytime RoomFamily Storytime

10:30am, Storytime RoomBaby Time

11:05am, Storytime RoomMystery Lovers Book Club

12pm, Th e StudioCoding for Kids: K-2nd Grade

4pm, Youth Makerspace

5 Homeschool: Math Literacy

10am, AuditoriumMaker Morning

10-11:30am, Youth MakerspaceFamily Storytime

10:30am, Storytime RoomBaby Time

6pm, Storytime RoomConversations in Spanish

6:30pm, Th e StudioMilk and Book-ies

6:30pm, Storytime RoomMovie Night: The LEGO Batman Movie

6:30pm, AuditoriumConversations in ASL6:30pm, Danfoss Room

6Preschool Pups (Session 1)

9:30am, Storytime RoomGenealogy Basics Class10am-12pm, PEO Room

Maker Morning10-11:30am, Youth Makerspace

Toddler Time10am, Storytime RoomApple Users Group

10:30am-12pm, Th e StudioFamily Storytime

10:30am, Storytime RoomFirst Friday PC Help Session10:30am-12pm, Danfoss RoomLGBTQ Hangout for Teenswith Planned Parenthood

6:30pm, Teen Space

7Teen Advisory Group

11am-12:30pm, Board RoomAuthor Café: Sarvinder Naberhaus

and Susan Maupin Schmid2-4pm, Auditorium

Conversations in Russian3pm, Th e Studio

Conversations in French4pm, Th e Studio

11Maker Morning, Toddler Time, Family Storytime, Baby Time

See AboveCoding for Kids: 3rd-5th Grade

4pm, Youth MakerspaceMovie Night: Pride6:30pm, Auditorium

12 Genealogy Intermediate Class

10am-12pm, PEO RoomMaker Morning, Family Storytime,

Baby Time, Milk and Book-iesSee above

Ames Public Library Friends Foundation4pm, Danfoss Room

Conversations in Spanish6:30pm, Th e Studio

Reel Connections: In Pursuit of Silence6:30pm, Auditorium

028: Real Reads7pm, Board Room


9:30am, Storytime RoomMaker Morning


10am, Storytime RoomApple Users Group



14Crochet & Knitting Group

10am-12pm, Th e StudioDrag Queen Storytime10:30am, Storytime Room

Ames Pridefest12-6pm, Bandshell Park

Teen Roleplaying Game Association1-5pm, Rotary Room

Tween Roleplaying Club2-4pm, PEO Room



18Genealogy Plus

10am-12pm, AuditoriumMaker Morning, Toddler Time, Family Storytime, Baby Time

See AboveInkspots

1:30pm, Th e StudioCoding for Kids: K-2nd Grade

4pm, Youth MakerspaceCandidate Forum

Hot Chocolate Social: 5:30-6:30pmCandidate Forum: 6:30-8pm, Auditorium

Conversations in Chinese6pm, Th e Studio

19The Mothering Circle

9:30am, Teen SpaceMaker Morning, Family Storytime,



Big Bluestem Audubon Society Presents Costa Rica

7pm, PEO Room


9am-6pm, Library LobbyPreschool Pups (Session 1)

9:30am, Storytime RoomGenealogy Basics Class10am-12pm, PEO Room

Maker Morning10-11:30am, Youth Makerspace

Toddler Time10am, Storytime RoomApple Users Group




9am-6pm, Library LobbyTeen Advisory Group

11am-12:30pm, Board RoomConversations in Russian

3pm, Th e StudioConversations in French

4pm, Th e Studio

25Maker Morning, Toddler Time, Family Storytime, Baby Time

See AboveBooks @ Noon12pm, Th e Studio

Coding for Kids: 3rd-5th Grade4pm, Youth Makerspace

26Genealogy Intermediate Class

10am-12pm, PEO RoomMaker Morning, Family Storytime,




9:30am, Storytime RoomMaker Morning


10am, Storytime RoomApple Users Group



28Crochet & Knitting Group

10am-12pm, Th e StudioPlay Games Ames2-5pm, Auditorium



Ames Public Library Fall Thursday, Nov. 2: 5:30 to 8:30pmAdmission $2Friday, Nov. 3: 9am to 6pmFree admission

Saturday, Nov. 4: 9am to 6pmFree admissionSunday, Nov. 5: 11am to 5pmAdmission $1, and everything is free!Presented by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

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