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Cool Hobbies Scavenger Hunt

All Day 1/17–1/31
Children, Families
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Age Group: Children, Families
Event Details:

Look for pictures of “Cool Hobbies,” and you might find some ideas for something fun to do! 

This event is in the "Children" group

Block Party

6:00pm–7:15pm
Children
STEM
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." 

This event is in the "Children" group

Block Party

9:30am–11:00am
Children
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." 

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

Stuffies Reading Scavenger Hunt

All Day 2/2–2/15
Children, Families
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Age Group: Children, Families
Event Details:

We had a Super Stuffie Sleepover Storytime in December, where stuffed animal friends had a blast sleeping over at the library! Find nine pictures of them reading bedtime stories hidden throughout the children’s area.

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

Celebrate Black Stories Scavenger Hunt

All Day 2/16–3/2
Children, Families
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Age Group: Children, Families
Event Details:

Drop into the library any time we’re open to look for hidden pictures of amazing books that help us celebrate Black History Month. Don’t forget to sign the champion’s log after you’ve found them all! 

 

This event is in the "Children" group

Block Party

6:00pm–7:15pm
Children
STEM
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." 

This event is in the "Children" group

Block Party

9:30am–11:00am
Children
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." 

Easter

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Memorial Day

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

Independence day

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

Labor Day

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

Veterans Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Day before Thanksgiving

6:00pm–8:30pm
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Thanksgiving

All Day 11/26–11/27
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library

Christmas Eve/Day

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

New Year’s Eve

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

New Year’s Day

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Urbandale Public Library