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Storytime Explorers

Friday, January 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime, Crafts & DIY, STEM

Age Group:

Ages 3-5

Storytime Explorers:

At this longer storytime, we’ll dive into a topic and explore the fascinating world around us using a combination of nonfiction and fiction books. Each storytime will typically inc...

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Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Ages 3-5

Program Type: Storytime, Crafts & DIY, STEM

Registration Available

At this longer storytime, we’ll dive into a topic and explore the fascinating world around us using a combination of nonfiction and fiction books. Each storytime will typically include reading, discussion, one craft, and one science activity.

Target Audience: 3-6 years old | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not required

Storytime Explorers is held on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month at 10:00 AM.

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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."

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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!

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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."

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...

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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."

Block Party

Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:15pm

Story Room at Urbandale Public Library

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

Children

Block Party:

It’s free play in a new way at the library! At this drop-in, unstructured program, we’ll provide Medium Blue Blocks from Imagination Playground, colorful jumbo plastic bricks,...

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Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library

Room: Story Room

Age Group: Children

Program Type: STEM

It’s free play in a new way at the library!

At this drop-in, unstructured program, we’ll provide Medium Blue Blocks from Imagination Playground, colorful jumbo plastic bricks, and other toys such as cars and animals to interact with the creations that your young engineers build. Everyone will have a blast getting creative while developing an understanding of concepts such as length, measurement, comparison, counting, symmetry, and balance through experimentation and play!

Target Audience: Families | No registration | This is a non-staffed program, children younger than 10 must be supervised to ensure safety for all. Drop-offs are not allowed for those under 10 years old.

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."

Block Party

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:00am

Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library

Program Type:

STEM

Age Group:

Children

Block Party:

It’s free play in a new way at the library! At this drop-in, unstructured program, we’ll provide Medium Blue Blocks from Imagination Playground, colorful jumbo plastic bricks,...

View Details

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Children

Program Type: STEM

It’s free play in a new way at the library!

At this drop-in, unstructured program, we’ll provide Medium Blue Blocks from Imagination Playground, colorful jumbo plastic bricks, and other toys such as cars and animals to interact with the creations that your young engineers build. Everyone will have a blast getting creative while developing an understanding of concepts such as length, measurement, comparison, counting, symmetry, and balance through experimentation and play!

Target Audience: Families | No registration | This is a non-staffed program, children younger than 10 must be supervised to ensure safety for all. Drop-offs are not allowed for those under 10 years old.

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."

Special Storytime Explorers: A Snowy Day on Sesame Street

Friday, January 30, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Meeting Room A/B at Urbandale Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime, Crafts & DIY, STEM

Age Group:

Ages 3-5

In this special session of Storytime Explorers, we will explore healthy digital habits together through creativity, movement, and a storytime featuring Sesame Street characters!

Register Now

Registration Available

Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Ages 3-5

Program Type: Storytime, Crafts & DIY, STEM

Registration Available

Event Details:

In this special session of Storytime Explorers, we will explore healthy digital habits together through creativity, movement, and a storytime featuring Sesame Street characters!

Disclaimer(s)

Storytime Age Range Suggestions

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