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Afterschool Fun STEM: Paper Plate Magnet Maze!

4:15pm–5:15pm
Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Crafts & DIY, STEM
Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library
Room: Story Room
Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, STEM
Event Details:

Join us for fun in the youth area of the library. Drop in on the 2nd Tuesday of the month (changed from the 3rd Tuesday because of Spring Break) between 4:15 and 5:15 to enjoy science, technology, engineering, or math activities. 

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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

Special Storytime Explorers: Pollinators to Product

10:00am–11:00am
Ages 3-5
Storytime, Crafts & DIY, STEM
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:

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.

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 "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

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." 

Easter

All Day
Closing
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Urbandale Public Library

Memorial Day

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

Independence day

All Day 7/3–7/4
Closing
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Labor Day

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

Veterans Day

All Day
Closing
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Urbandale Public Library

Day before Thanksgiving

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

Thanksgiving

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

Christmas Eve/Day

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

New Year’s Eve

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