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Afterschool Fun Board Games

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Story Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Afterschool Fun Board Games:

Drop by the youth area from 4:15 - 5:15 PM on the 4th Tuesday of each month to make new friends or spend some quality time with family playing board games! We will provide a variet...

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: Gaming

Drop by the youth area from 4:15 - 5:15 PM on the 4th Tuesday of each month to make new friends or spend some quality time with family playing board games! We will provide a variety of games, some classic and perhaps a few new ones that may become your favorites.  

Target Audience: Families  |  No registration 

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library.

As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older." 

Day before Thanksgiving, close at 6 pm

Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Thanksgiving

All Day 11/28 - 11/29
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Afterschool Fun LEGO: Ultimate Snow Fort

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Story Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Afterschool Fun LEGO:

Join us for LEGO fun in the youth area of the library. Drop in the 1st Tuesday of the month between 4:15 and 5:15 to enjoy free building at your own pace, or complete a challenge!&...

Event Details:

This month, there’s an epic snowball battle brewing. Build a fort where your LEGO figure can stay safe and strategize for victory! 

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Join us for LEGO fun in the youth area of the library. Drop in the 1st Tuesday of the month between 4:15 and 5:15 to enjoy free building at your own pace, or complete a challenge! 

Target Audience: Families  |  No registration

This month, there’s an epic snowball battle brewing. Build a fort where your LEGO figure can stay safe and strategize for victory! 

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library.

As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older." 

This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Afterschool Fun Get Crafty: Paper Penguin Pals

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Story Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Afterschool Fun Get Crafty:

Join us for fun in the youth area of the library. Drop in the 2nd Tuesday of the month between 4:15 and 5:15 to get crafty. Target Audience: Ages 5+  |  No registrat...

Event Details:

This month we’ll be creating dapper paper penguins that are dressed for winter and stand up on their own! 

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Join us for fun in the youth area of the library. Drop in the 2nd Tuesday of the month between 4:15 and 5:15 to get crafty. 

Target Audience: Ages 5+  |  No registration 

This month we’ll be creating dapper paper penguins that are dressed for winter and stand up on their own! 

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library.

As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older." 

This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Afterschool Fun STEM: Bobsleds Away!

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Story Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Afterschool Fun STEM:

Join us for fun in the youth area of the library. Drop in on the 3rd Tuesday of the month between 4:15 and 5:15 to enjoy science, technology, engineering, or math activities. ...

Event Details:

This month the race is on! Use cardboard craft tubes to engineer a speedy bobsled course, then see how fast your mini racers can coast to the finish line! 

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Join us for fun in the youth area of the library. Drop in on the 3rd Tuesday of the month between 4:15 and 5:15 to enjoy science, technology, engineering, or math activities. 

Target Audience: Ages 5+  |  No registration 

This month the race is on! Use cardboard craft tubes to engineer a speedy bobsled course, then see how fast your mini racers can coast to the finish line! 

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library.

As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older." 

This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Winter Wonderland: Craft Drop-In

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Story Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Stop by the storyroom in the youth area anytime from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We will have directions and supplies for three different crafts (while supplies last) to help you make this...

Registration
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by the storyroom in the youth area anytime from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We will have directions and supplies for three different crafts (while supplies last) to help you make this winter merry and bright!

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library.

As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older." 

Christmas Eve

All Day
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Christmas Day

All Day
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Escape Room: This Place is a Zoo! (Session 1 @ 2:30)

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Uh-oh, it’s after visiting hours and you’re locked in the zoo! Work with your family at your own pace, moving through several different stations to solve puzzles and reveal the cod...

Registration
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Uh-oh, it’s after visiting hours and you’re locked in the zoo! Work with your family at your own pace, moving through several different stations to solve puzzles and reveal the code to unlock the gate.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library.

As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older." 

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Escape Room: This Place is a Zoo! (Session 2 @ 3:00)

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Uh-oh, it’s after visiting hours and you’re locked in the zoo! Work with your family at your own pace, moving through several different stations to solve puzzles and reveal the cod...

Registration
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Uh-oh, it’s after visiting hours and you’re locked in the zoo! Work with your family at your own pace, moving through several different stations to solve puzzles and reveal the code to unlock the gate.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library.

As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older." 

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Escape Room: This Place is a Zoo! (Session 3 @ 3:30)

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Uh-oh, it’s after visiting hours and you’re locked in the zoo! Work with your family at your own pace, moving through several different stations to solve puzzles and reveal the cod...

Registration
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Uh-oh, it’s after visiting hours and you’re locked in the zoo! Work with your family at your own pace, moving through several different stations to solve puzzles and reveal the code to unlock the gate.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library.

As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older." 

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Escape Room: This Place is a Zoo! (Session 4 @ 4:00)

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Uh-oh, it’s after visiting hours and you’re locked in the zoo! Work with your family at your own pace, moving through several different stations to solve puzzles and reveal the cod...

Registration
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Uh-oh, it’s after visiting hours and you’re locked in the zoo! Work with your family at your own pace, moving through several different stations to solve puzzles and reveal the code to unlock the gate.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library.

As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older." 

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Family Escape Room: This Place is a Zoo! (Session 5 @ 4:30)

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Families
Event Details:

Uh-oh, it’s after visiting hours and you’re locked in the zoo! Work with your family at your own pace, moving through several different stations to solve puzzles and reveal the cod...

Registration
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: Gaming
Registration Required
Event Details:

Uh-oh, it’s after visiting hours and you’re locked in the zoo! Work with your family at your own pace, moving through several different stations to solve puzzles and reveal the code to unlock the gate.

Disclaimer(s)

Adult Supervision

All children under the age of 10 must be supervised by an adult at programs and while in the library.

As per our Children's Use Policy: "The Library is not responsible for the actions, supervision, or safety of a child or for guiding or monitoring a child’s use of the Library. A child 9 years of age or younger must be supervised by a caregiver at all times. A caregiver must be 14 years of age or older." 

New Year’s Eve, close at 1 pm

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 1:00pm - 8:30pm
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

New Year’s Day

All Day
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

All Day
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

President's Day

All Day
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Easter

All Day
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Memorial Day

All Day 5/25 - 5/26
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Independence Day

All Day
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Labor Day

All Day 8/31 - 9/1
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Veterans Day

All Day
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Day before Thanksgiving, close at 6 pm

Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library