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 Plate Polar Bear Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm Story Room at Urbandale Public Library Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Gaming, STEM 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... This month, join us to make your own paper plate polar bear that really rocks (as in, back-and-forth)! Customize your furry friend with a cozy scarf, sweater, and hat of your design. View Details 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 Jan 13 2026 Tue Afterschool Fun Get Crafty: Paper Plate Polar Bear 4:15pm–5:15pm Crafts & DIY, Gaming, STEM Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Gaming, STEM 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, join us to make your own paper plate polar bear that really rocks (as in, back-and-forth)! Customize your furry friend with a cozy scarf, sweater, and hat of your design. 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 Craft-Day Get-Away Drop-In Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 9:00am - 6:00pm Story Room at Urbandale Public Library Program Type: Crafts & DIY Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11 It’s cold outside, but we’re about to go on a craft vacation with sunny, warm vibes! We will have directions and supplies for three different projects. Register Now Registration Available This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group Jan 15 2026 Thu Craft-Day Get-Away Drop-In 9:00am–6:00pm Crafts & DIY Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11 Program Type: Crafts & DIY Registration Available Event Details: It’s cold outside, but we’re about to go on a craft vacation with sunny, warm vibes! We will have directions and supplies for three different projects. 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."
Martin Luther King Jr. Day All Day Urbandale Public Library Closing Jan 19 2026 Mon Closing Martin Luther King Jr. Day All Day 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 STEM: Symmetrical Snowflakes Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm Story Room at Urbandale Public Library Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Gaming, 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. ... This month, we’re going to make our own special snowflakes out of cardboard craft tubes. Challenge yourself to make a snowflake with six-fold symmetry, like in nature! View Details 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 Jan 20 2026 Tue Afterschool Fun STEM: Symmetrical Snowflakes 4:15pm–5:15pm Crafts & DIY, Gaming, STEM Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Gaming, 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, we’re going to make our own special snowflakes out of cardboard craft tubes. Challenge yourself to make a snowflake with six-fold symmetry, like in nature! 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group Family Paint Night: Starry Night Snowman Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library Program Type: Crafts & DIY Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens, Families Create your own custom winter landscape starring a snowman and featuring a moon and stars that evoke Van Gogh’s masterpiece. It’s cold outside, so cozy up with your family and have fun painting together! Register Now Registration Available This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group Jan 21 2026 Wed Family Paint Night: Starry Night Snowman 5:30pm–7:00pm Crafts & DIY Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens, Families Program Type: Crafts & DIY Registration Available Event Details: Create your own custom winter landscape starring a snowman and featuring a moon and stars that evoke Van Gogh’s masterpiece. It’s cold outside, so cozy up with your family and have fun painting together! 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 Board Games Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm Story Room at Urbandale Public Library Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Gaming, STEM 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... View Details 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 Jan 27 2026 Tue Afterschool Fun Board Games 4:15pm–5:15pm Crafts & DIY, Gaming, STEM Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Gaming, STEM 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."
President’s Day (Staff In-Service) All Day Urbandale Public Library Closing Feb 16 2026 Mon Closing President’s Day (Staff In-Service) All Day Branches: Urbandale Public Library
Easter All Day Urbandale Public Library Closing Apr 5 2026 Sun Closing Easter All Day Branches: Urbandale Public Library
Memorial Day All Day 5/24 - 5/25 Urbandale Public Library Closing May 24 - 25 2026 Closing Memorial Day All Day 5/24–5/25 Branches: Urbandale Public Library
Independence day All Day 7/3 - 7/4 Urbandale Public Library Closing Jul 3 - 4 2026 Closing Independence day All Day 7/3–7/4 Branches: Urbandale Public Library
Labor Day All Day 9/6 - 9/7 Urbandale Public Library Closing Sep 6 - 7 2026 Closing Labor Day All Day 9/6–9/7 Branches: Urbandale Public Library
Veterans Day All Day Urbandale Public Library Closing Nov 11 2026 Wed Closing Veterans Day All Day Branches: Urbandale Public Library
Day before Thanksgiving Wednesday, November 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm Urbandale Public Library Closing Nov 25 2026 Wed Closing Day before Thanksgiving 6:00pm–8:30pm Branches: Urbandale Public Library
Thanksgiving All Day 11/26 - 11/27 Urbandale Public Library Closing Nov 26 - 27 2026 Closing Thanksgiving All Day 11/26–11/27 Branches: Urbandale Public Library
Christmas Eve/Day All Day 12/24 - 12/25 Urbandale Public Library Closing Dec 24 - 25 2026 Closing Christmas Eve/Day All Day 12/24–12/25 Branches: Urbandale Public Library
New Year’s Eve Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 1:00pm - 8:30pm Urbandale Public Library Closing Dec 31 2026 Thu Closing New Year’s Eve 1:00pm–8:30pm Branches: Urbandale Public Library
New Year’s Day All Day Urbandale Public Library Closing Jan 1 2027 Fri Closing New Year’s Day All Day Branches: Urbandale Public Library
