This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jan-Feb 2025 2025 Winter Reading Challenge All Day 1/13 - 2/28 All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jan-Feb 2025 2025 Winter Reading Challenge All Day 1/13 - 2/28 Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Join us for the 2025 Winter Reading Challenge! Everyone, birth through adult, can log 15 days of reading from January 13 – February 28 to complete the challenge.
This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jan 17 - 31 2025 LEGO Minifigures Scavenger Hunt All Day 1/17 - 1/31 Children, Families This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jan 17 - 31 2025 LEGO Minifigures Scavenger Hunt All Day 1/17 - 1/31 Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Age Group: Children, Families Event Details: Get pumped for National LEGO Day on January 28th with the LEGO minifigures scavenger hunt! Drop into the library and hunt down 9 LEGO minifigures hidden throughout the Youth Area.
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Jan 18 2025 Sat Baby Bounce 9:30am - 10:15am Ages 0-2 Storytime Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Jan 18 2025 Sat Baby Bounce 9:30am - 10:15am Storytime Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 0-2 Program Type: Storytime Registration Required 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 requiredBaby 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."
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Jan 18 2025 Sat Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Storytime Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Jan 18 2025 Sat Family Storytime 10:30am - 11:00am Storytime Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Program Type: Storytime Registration Required 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 requiredFamily 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."
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 18 2025 Sat Adult Recreational Chess 1:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Gaming This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 18 2025 Sat Adult Recreational Chess 1:00pm - 4:00pm Gaming 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.
Jan 20 2025 Mon Martin Luther King Jr. Day All Day Closing Jan 20 2025 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. Jan 21 2025 Tue Afterschool Fun STEM: Hexbug Drawbots 4:15pm - 5:15pm Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families STEM 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 21 2025 Tue Afterschool Fun STEM: Hexbug Drawbots 4:15pm - 5:15pm STEM 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, we’re going to experiment with hexbots, tiny battery-operated robotic crawling “bugs”. 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. Jan 21 2025 Tue Adult DIY: Sippin' Smart-Nutritious & Delicious Mocktails 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults Crafts & DIY Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 21 2025 Tue Adult DIY: Sippin' Smart-Nutritious & Delicious Mocktails 6:00pm - 7:30pm Crafts & DIY Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & DIY Registration Required Event Details: Join Hy-Vee Registered Dietitian, Payton Vest, for an exciting exploration into the world of mocktails – the flavorful, alcohol-free drinks that are as nutritious as they are refreshing!
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Jan 21 2025 Tue Evening Family Storytime 6:30pm - 7:00pm Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Storytime Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Jan 21 2025 Tue Evening Family Storytime 6:30pm - 7:00pm Storytime Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Program Type: Storytime Registration Required 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 requiredFamily 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."
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Jan 22 2025 Wed Music and Movement 9:30am - 10:15am Ages 3-5 Storytime Registration This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Jan 22 2025 Wed Music and Movement 9:30am - 10:15am Storytime Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 3-5 Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Get your groove on and strengthen early literacy skills at the same time! We’ll read one book but also do plenty of stretching, singing, dancing, rhyming, jumping, and even instrument play. You’ll have a blast helping your little one rock out. (Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy early literacy.)Target Audience: 2-7 years old | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not requiredMusic & Movement is held weekdays on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM and 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."
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Jan 22 2025 Wed Music and Movement 10:30am - 11:15am Ages 3-5 Storytime Registration This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Jan 22 2025 Wed Music and Movement 10:30am - 11:15am Storytime Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 3-5 Program Type: Storytime Registration Required Event Details: Get your groove on and strengthen early literacy skills at the same time! We’ll read one book but also do plenty of stretching, singing, dancing, rhyming, jumping, and even instrument play. You’ll have a blast helping your little one rock out. (Caregivers should plan on attending and helping little ones to engage, feel comfortable, and enjoy early literacy.)Target Audience: 2-7 years old | Registration encouraged to help us plan but not requiredMusic & Movement is held weekdays on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM and 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."
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 22 2025 Wed Double Booked Afternoon Book Club 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Book Club Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 22 2025 Wed Double Booked Afternoon Book Club 1:00pm - 2:00pm Book Club Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Required 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.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jan 22 2025 Wed Family Paint Night: Northern Lights 5:30pm - 7:00pm Ages 6-11, Teens, Families Crafts & DIY Registration This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Jan 22 2025 Wed Family Paint Night: Northern Lights 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 Required Event Details: Create a beautiful, calm winter landscape with the northern lights captured in the night sky. Enjoy painting with your family as you learn basic techniques for painting a landscape, snowy pine trees, and a colorful sky. 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 0-2" group. Jan 23 2025 Thu Baby Bounce 9:00am - 9:45am Ages 0-2 Storytime Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Jan 23 2025 Thu Baby Bounce 9:00am - 9:45am Storytime Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 0-2 Program Type: Storytime Registration Required 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 requiredBaby 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."
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Jan 23 2025 Thu Toddler Time 10:00am - 10:45am Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Storytime Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Jan 23 2025 Thu Toddler Time 10:00am - 10:45am Storytime Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Program Type: Storytime Registration Required 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."
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Jan 23 2025 Thu Family Storytime 11:00am - 11:30am Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Storytime Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Jan 23 2025 Thu Family Storytime 11:00am - 11:30am Storytime Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5 Program Type: Storytime Registration Required 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 requiredFamily 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."
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 23 2025 Thu Notes on Modern Irrationality with Author Amanda Montell (Watch Party) 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Guest Speaker Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 23 2025 Thu Notes on Modern Irrationality with Author Amanda Montell (Watch Party) 1:00pm - 2:00pm Guest Speaker Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: ICN Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Guest Speaker Registration Required Event Details: Attend the live virtual watch party at the library!
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 24 2025 Fri Classic Cinema: Groundhog Day 1:00pm - 2:45pm Adults Movie Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 24 2025 Fri Classic Cinema: Groundhog Day 1:00pm - 2:45pm Movie 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 classic movie in preparation for Groundhog Day peeking around the corner in about a week on February 2, 2025!
This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 25 2025 Sat Adult Recreational Chess 1:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Gaming This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 25 2025 Sat Adult Recreational Chess 1:00pm - 4:00pm Gaming 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. Jan 26 2025 Sun Sensory Spaces 12:00pm - 1:00pm All Ages Special Event Registration This event is in the "All Ages" group. Jan 26 2025 Sun Sensory Spaces 12:00pm - 1:00pm Special Event 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.
This event is in the "Children" group. Jan 27 2025 Mon Block Party 9:30am - 11:00am Children STEM This event is in the "Children" group. Jan 27 2025 Mon Block Party 9:30am - 11:00am STEM 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."
Jan 27 2025 Mon Urbandale Public Library Board of Trustees 5:30pm - 7:00pm Open Public Meeting Jan 27 2025 Mon Urbandale Public Library Board of Trustees 5:30pm - 7:00pm Open Public 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. Jan 28 2025 Tue Working with a Literary Agent with Seth Fishman (Watch Party) 12:00pm - 1:30pm Adults Guest Speaker Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Jan 28 2025 Tue Working with a Literary Agent with Seth Fishman (Watch Party) 12:00pm - 1:30pm Guest Speaker Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Guest Speaker Registration Required Event Details: Attend the live virtual watch party at the 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. Jan 28 2025 Tue Afterschool Fun Board Games 4:15pm - 5:15pm Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families Gaming 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 28 2025 Tue Afterschool Fun Board Games 4:15pm - 5:15pm Gaming 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."
