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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.

Toddler Time

10:00am - 10:45am
Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Storytime
Registration
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

  • In December our regular Monday – Thursday weekday storytimes will be on an extended break from December 16th until January 6th.

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.

Family Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Storytime
Registration
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 required

Family Storytime is held weekdays on Mondays and Thursdays at 11:00 AM 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).

  • In December our regular Monday – Thursday weekday storytimes will be on an extended break from December 16th until January 6th.

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.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.

Afterschool Fun STEM: Bobsleds Away!

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families
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 the race is on! Use cardboard craft tubes to engineer a speedy bobsled course, then see how fast your mini racers can coast to the finish line! 

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.

Storytime Explorers

10:00am - 11:00am
Ages 3-5
Storytime, Crafts & DIY, STEM
Registration
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Ages 3-5
Program Type: Storytime, Crafts & DIY, STEM
Registration Required
Event Details:

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. 

  • In December our regular Monday – Thursday weekday storytimes will be on an extended break from December 16th until January 6th.

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.

Family Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5
Storytime
Registration
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 required

Family Storytime is held weekdays on Mondays and Thursdays at 11:00 AM 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).

  • In December our regular Monday – Thursday weekday storytimes will be on an extended break from December 16th until January 6th.

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.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Winter Wonderland: Craft Drop-In

9:00am - 4:00pm
Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11
Crafts & DIY
Registration
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stop by the storyroom in the youth area anytime from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. We will have directions and supplies for three different crafts (while supplies last) to help you make this winter merry and bright!

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." 

Christmas Eve

All Day
Closing
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Urbandale Public Library

Christmas Day

All Day
Closing
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Urbandale Public Library

New Year’s Eve, close at 1 pm

1:00pm - 8:30pm
Closing
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Urbandale Public Library

New Year’s Day

All Day
Closing
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Urbandale Public Library
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Urbandale Public Library

President's Day

All Day
Closing
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Urbandale Public Library

Easter

All Day
Closing
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Urbandale Public Library

Memorial Day

All Day 5/25 - 5/26
Closing
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Urbandale Public Library

Independence Day

All Day
Closing
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Urbandale Public Library

Labor Day

All Day 8/31 - 9/1
Closing
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Urbandale Public Library

Veterans Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Thanksgiving

All Day 11/27 - 11/28
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Christmas Eve/Day

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

New Year’s Eve, close at 1 pm

1:00pm - 8:30pm
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

New Year's Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library