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Christmas Day

All Day
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Classic Cinema: Ocean's Eleven (2001)

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults
Classic Cinema:

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month for classic cinema from the 20th century. This film screening will include English subtitles/ closed captioning when available. ...

Event Details:

Enjoy this 2001 remake of the 1960 Rat Pack film of the same name. Ocean's Eleven (2001 ‧ PG-13 ‧ Heist/Comedy ‧ 1h 56m) Less than 24 hours into his parole, charismatic t...

Registration
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month for classic cinema from the 20th century. 

This film screening will include English subtitles/ closed captioning when available. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy. Limited space, registration encouraged. 

 

Enjoy this 2001 remake of the 1960 Rat Pack film of the same name. 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

"Fly-In" Movie: Despicable Me

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Movie
Age Group:
Children, Families
Event Details:

Despicable Me (PG ‧ 2010 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 35m) You’ve heard of a drive-in movie, how about a fly-in? Gru wants to steal the moon and we’re all just minions at heart, so jo...

Registration
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Families
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Despicable Me (PG ‧ 2010 ‧ Family/Comedy ‧ 1h 35m) 

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 "Adults" group.

Adult Recreational Chess

Saturday, December 28, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
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 b...

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming

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. 

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." 

This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Noon Year's Eve Dance Party!

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Special Event
Age Group:
Children, Families
Event Details:

Not sure you can make it to midnight on New Year’s Eve? Celebrate early at the library! We’ll have crafts, dancing, balloons, and bubbles to make this a rockin’ good time for ...

Registration
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Children, Families
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Not sure you can make it to midnight on New Year’s Eve? Celebrate early at the library! 

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
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Recreational Chess

Saturday, January 4, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
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 b...

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming

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. 

Urbandale Public Library Art Gallery Meeting

Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Open Public Meeting
Event Details:

The Urbandale Public Library Art Gallery Committee is a subcommittee of the Urbandale Public Art Committee. Meetings are open to the public and will be held quarterly on the 2...

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Program Type: Open Public Meeting
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Recreational Chess

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
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 b...

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Art Gallery Reception: Tiara Young & Sadagat Aliyeva

Sunday, January 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Art Gallery at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Art Gallery
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages
Event Details:

Join us for light refreshments and meet mixed media artist, Tiara Young, and digital illustration artist, Sadagat Aliyeva, and check out their joint exhibit in the Art Gallery from...

Registration
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults, All Ages
Program Type: Art Gallery
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for light refreshments and meet mixed media artist, Tiara Young, and digital illustration artist, Sadagat Aliyeva, and check out their joint exhibit i

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Recreational Chess

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
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 b...

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming

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. 

Martin Luther King Jr. Day

All Day
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Recreational Chess

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
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 b...

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming

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. 

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Sensory Spaces

Sunday, January 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

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 c...

Registration
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sensory Spaces are Metro area libraries offering special hours for members of the public who appreciate a sensory-friendly environment.

Urbandale Public Library Board of Trustees

Monday, January 27, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Open Public Meeting
Event Details:

Urbandale Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Open Public Meeting
Event Details:

Urbandale Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Recreational Chess

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
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 b...

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Recreational Chess

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
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 b...

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Recreational Chess

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Gaming
Age Group:
Adults
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 b...

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Gaming

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.