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Featured Events

Teens with plastic gloves packaging food in paper bags

Teen Service Project: Meal in a Bag

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Program Type:

Special Spring Break Programs, Special Event

Age Group:

Ages 12-17
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Ages 12-17
Program Type: Special Spring Break Programs, Special Event
Registration Available
Event Details:

Start your Spring Break out right by helping build Urbandale community strength! Anyone 12 - 17 can sign up to join us for an hour-long Service Project that will help to address food insecurity locally.

Special All-Day Spring Craft poster

Special All-Day Fun: Spring Craft Drop-In

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm

Program Type:

Special Spring Break Programs, Crafts & DIY

Age Group:

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

Afterschool Fun becomes all-day fun! Stop by the storytime room for crafts anytime from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Vibrant Music Academy logo

Special Music and Movement: Musical Head Start with Vibrant Music Academy

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am

Program Type:

Special Spring Break Programs, Storytime

Age Group:

Ages 3-5
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Ages 3-5
Program Type: Special Spring Break Programs, Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

This week, our class will be led by Special Guest Teachers Amanda Lauritsen and Susan Helling of Vibrant Music Academy! 

Wicked for Good movie poster

Movie Night - Wicked: For Good

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:15pm

Program Type:

Movie

Age Group:

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

**Please note that our monthly movie night is intended to be an adult program. While we realize this month's movie choice might attract a younger audience, we request that anyone under 18 be accompanied by an adult. 

Mini food made out of clay

Tween & Teen DIY: Air-Dry Clay Mini Food

Thursday, March 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Program Type:

Crafts & DIY

Age Group:

Ages 10-14, Ages 12-17
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Ages 10-14, Ages 12-17
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join in on the miniature craze! We’ll provide directions and air-dry clay for you to make some fabulous fast food and delicious dessert miniature models!  

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Baby Bounce

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:45am
Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-2
Baby Bounce:

Baby and caregiver will enjoy bouncing, singing, shaking, and playing together! Experience and practice counting, rhythm, body part identification, animal sounds, sensory stimulati...

Weekday Storytime Schedule: 

Registration Available
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Ages 0-2
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

Baby and caregiver will enjoy bouncing, singing, shaking, and playing together! Experience and practice counting, rhythm, body part identification, animal sounds, sensory stimulation, fine and gross motor skills, and more! We'll have 20-25 minutes of interactive programming, followed by an unstructured playtime where children and caregivers can play together and interact with peers.

Target Audience: 0-24 months  |  Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required

Baby Bounce is held weekdays on Mondays and Thursdays at 9:00 AM and the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 9:30 AM. Please note that we do a weekday storytime cycle of three weeks on and one week off (to allow for planning time).

Weekday Storytime Schedule: 

Disclaimer(s)

Storytime Age Range Suggestions

Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome! 

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." 

Toddler Time

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Toddler Time:

This short-attention span story time is perfect for toddlers. We'll share shorter books, rhymes, and music with the understanding that sitting still is tricky sometimes. Caregivers...

Weekday Storytime Schedule: 

Registration Available
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

This short-attention span story time is perfect for toddlers. We'll share shorter books, rhymes, and music with the understanding that sitting still is tricky sometimes. Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy early literacy! We'll have 20-25 minutes of interactive programming, followed by an unstructured playtime where children and caregivers can play together and/or interact with peers.

Target Audience: 2-3 years old  |  Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required

Weekday Storytime Schedule: 

Disclaimer(s)

Storytime Age Range Suggestions

Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome! 

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." 

Family Storytime

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Family Storytime:

Join us for interactive stories, singing, rhyming, and more educational FUN! Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy earl...

Weekday Storytime Schedule: 

Registration Available
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join us for interactive stories, singing, rhyming, and more educational FUN! Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy early literacy. 

Target Audience: 2-6 years old  |  Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required 

Family Storytime is held weekdays on Mondays and Thursdays at 11:00 AM, Tuesday evenings at 6:30 PM, and the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month at 10:30 AM. Please note that we do a weekday storytime cycle of three weeks on and one week off (to allow for planning time). 

Weekday Storytime Schedule: 

Disclaimer(s)

Storytime Age Range Suggestions

Our age recommendations tell you the developmental level we plan for, but every child is different. Feel free to try them out and choose the storytime(s) that feel right. Everyone is welcome! 

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." 

Family Paint Night: Beach Sunset

Thursday, April 30, 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

Shake off those Winter Blues by painting a beautiful beach sunset! Our youth assistant Carisa will walk you through the steps to create your own beachy scenic landscape. You will learn tips and tricks to make a sunset, palm trees, and an ocean.

Registration Available
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:

Shake off those Winter Blues by painting a beautiful beach sunset! Our youth assistant Carisa will walk you through the steps to create your own beachy scenic landscape. You will learn tips and tricks to make a sunset, palm trees, and an ocean.

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." 

Sustainability Fair

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Library Outside at Urbandale Public Library

The community is invited to join us in the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park for our third annual Sustainability Fair.

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Library Outside
Event Details:

The community is invited to join us in the Charles Gabus Memorial Tree Park for our third annual Sustainability Fair.

Craft Club

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Craft Club:

Join fellow crafters on the second Thursday of the month for an hour of creation and community. We encourage you to bring your own projects and supplies, but adult coloring books a...

*Previously called Spinning Yarns, but was reimagined for all crafters! 

Registration Available
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join fellow crafters on the second Thursday of the month for an hour of creation and community. We encourage you to bring your own projects and supplies, but adult coloring books and colored pencils will be provided. Feel free to bring a non-alcoholic beverage of your choice as we knit, crochet, scrapbook, and craft together.

Please note: Instruction is not provided. Crochet and knitting kits, as well as a selection of craft-related books, may be available to check out.

All skill levels are welcome! 

*Previously called Spinning Yarns, but was reimagined for all crafters! 

Page Turners Book Club

Thursday, May 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Book Clubs:

Book Club books will be available for checkout after each meeting. See what other formats - including large print, audiobook, and downloadable versions - are available in our colle...

Page Turners meets every 3rd Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Registration Available
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Available
Event Details:

Book Club books will be available for checkout after each meeting. See what other formats - including large print, audiobook, and downloadable versions - are available in our collection HERE. 
 

Page Turners meets every 3rd Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Memorial Day

All Day 5/24 - 5/25
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Urbandale Public Library Board of Trustees

Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Open Public Meeting
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Open Public Meeting

Double Booked Afternoon Book Club

Wednesday, May 27, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Book Clubs:

Book Club books will be available for checkout after each meeting. See what other formats - including large print, audiobook, and downloadable versions - are available in our colle...

Double Booked Afternoon meets every 4th* Wednesday at 1:00 PM. 

Registration Available
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Available
Event Details:

Book Club books will be available for checkout after each meeting. See what other formats - including large print, audiobook, and downloadable versions - are available in our collection HERE. 
 

Double Booked Afternoon meets every 4th* Wednesday at 1:00 PM. 

Double Booked Evening Book Club

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Book Clubs:

Book Club books will be available for checkout after each meeting. See what other formats - including large print, audiobook, and downloadable versions - are available in our colle...

Double Booked Evening meets every 2nd Tuesday at 6:00 PM.

Registration Available
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Available
Event Details:

Book Club books will be available for checkout after each meeting. See what other formats - including large print, audiobook, and downloadable versions - are available in our collection HERE. 
 

Double Booked Evening meets every 2nd Tuesday at 6:00 PM.

Craft Club

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Craft Club:

Join fellow crafters on the second Thursday of the month for an hour of creation and community. We encourage you to bring your own projects and supplies, but adult coloring books a...

*Previously called Spinning Yarns, but was reimagined for all crafters! 

Registration Available
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join fellow crafters on the second Thursday of the month for an hour of creation and community. We encourage you to bring your own projects and supplies, but adult coloring books and colored pencils will be provided. Feel free to bring a non-alcoholic beverage of your choice as we knit, crochet, scrapbook, and craft together.

Please note: Instruction is not provided. Crochet and knitting kits, as well as a selection of craft-related books, may be available to check out.

All skill levels are welcome! 

*Previously called Spinning Yarns, but was reimagined for all crafters! 

Art Gallery Reception: Connie Cerretti & Meredith Drummond

Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Art Gallery at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Art Gallery
Age Group:
Adults, All Ages

Drop in for light refreshments and meet Connie Cerretti and Meredith Drummond, and check out their joint exhibit in the Art Gallery from May 31 - July 11.

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

Drop in for light refreshments and meet Connie Cerretti and Meredith Drummond, and check out their joint exhibit in the Art Gallery from May 31 - July 11.

Page Turners Book Club

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Book Clubs:

Book Club books will be available for checkout after each meeting. See what other formats - including large print, audiobook, and downloadable versions - are available in our colle...

Page Turners meets every 3rd Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Registration Available
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Available
Event Details:

Book Club books will be available for checkout after each meeting. See what other formats - including large print, audiobook, and downloadable versions - are available in our collection HERE. 
 

Page Turners meets every 3rd Thursday at 6:00 PM.

Urbandale Public Library Board of Trustees

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Open Public Meeting
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Open Public Meeting

Double Booked Afternoon Book Club

Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Conference Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults
Book Clubs:

Book Club books will be available for checkout after each meeting. See what other formats - including large print, audiobook, and downloadable versions - are available in our colle...

Double Booked Afternoon meets every 4th* Wednesday at 1:00 PM. 

Registration Available
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Available
Event Details:

Book Club books will be available for checkout after each meeting. See what other formats - including large print, audiobook, and downloadable versions - are available in our collection HERE. 
 

Double Booked Afternoon meets every 4th* Wednesday at 1:00 PM. 

Independence day

All Day 7/3 - 7/4
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Urbandale Public Library Art Gallery Meeting

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Open Public Meeting

The Urbandale Public Library Art Gallery Committee is a subcommittee of the Urbandale Public Art Committee. 

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

The Urbandale Public Library Art Gallery Committee is a subcommittee of the Urbandale Public Art Committee. 

Craft Club

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Craft Club:

Join fellow crafters on the second Thursday of the month for an hour of creation and community. We encourage you to bring your own projects and supplies, but adult coloring books a...

*Previously called Spinning Yarns, but was reimagined for all crafters! 

Registration Available
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join fellow crafters on the second Thursday of the month for an hour of creation and community. We encourage you to bring your own projects and supplies, but adult coloring books and colored pencils will be provided. Feel free to bring a non-alcoholic beverage of your choice as we knit, crochet, scrapbook, and craft together.

Please note: Instruction is not provided. Crochet and knitting kits, as well as a selection of craft-related books, may be available to check out.

All skill levels are welcome! 

*Previously called Spinning Yarns, but was reimagined for all crafters! 

Urbandale Public Library Board of Trustees

Monday, July 27, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Open Public Meeting
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Open Public Meeting

Craft Club

Thursday, August 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Craft Club:

Join fellow crafters on the second Thursday of the month for an hour of creation and community. We encourage you to bring your own projects and supplies, but adult coloring books a...

*Previously called Spinning Yarns, but was reimagined for all crafters! 

Registration Available
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join fellow crafters on the second Thursday of the month for an hour of creation and community. We encourage you to bring your own projects and supplies, but adult coloring books and colored pencils will be provided. Feel free to bring a non-alcoholic beverage of your choice as we knit, crochet, scrapbook, and craft together.

Please note: Instruction is not provided. Crochet and knitting kits, as well as a selection of craft-related books, may be available to check out.

All skill levels are welcome! 

*Previously called Spinning Yarns, but was reimagined for all crafters! 

Urbandale Public Library Board of Trustees

Monday, August 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Open Public Meeting
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Program Type: Open Public Meeting

Labor Day

All Day 9/6 - 9/7
Urbandale Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Craft Club

Thursday, September 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
ICN Room at Urbandale Public Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults
Craft Club:

Join fellow crafters on the second Thursday of the month for an hour of creation and community. We encourage you to bring your own projects and supplies, but adult coloring books a...

*Previously called Spinning Yarns, but was reimagined for all crafters! 

Registration Available
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: ICN Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join fellow crafters on the second Thursday of the month for an hour of creation and community. We encourage you to bring your own projects and supplies, but adult coloring books and colored pencils will be provided. Feel free to bring a non-alcoholic beverage of your choice as we knit, crochet, scrapbook, and craft together.

Please note: Instruction is not provided. Crochet and knitting kits, as well as a selection of craft-related books, may be available to check out.

All skill levels are welcome! 

*Previously called Spinning Yarns, but was reimagined for all crafters!