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Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Event Details:
Sunday, December 1 - Tuesday, December 31
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Winter Fun Scavenger Hunt
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Age Group:
Children,
Families
Event Details:
Drop into the library and hunt down 9 images hidden throughout the Youth Area. Don’t forget to sign the champion’s log after you’ve found them all!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Families" group.
Celebrate the New Year! Scavenger Hunt
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Age Group:
Children,
Families
Event Details:
Drop into the library and hunt down 9 images hidden throughout the Youth Area. Don’t forget to sign the champion’s log after you’ve found them all!
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
19
2024
Thu
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."
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
Dec
21
2024
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
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 required Baby 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).
- 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."
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This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
Ages 3-5
Storytime,
Crafts & DIY,
STEM
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
Dec
20
2024
Fri
Storytime Explorers
10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime,
Crafts & DIY,
STEM
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Ages 3-5
Program Type:
Storytime,
Crafts & DIY,
STEM
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."
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This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
Ages 0-2,
Ages 3-5
Storytime
This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group.
This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group.
Dec
21
2024
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
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."
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12 pm |
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1 pm |
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
18
2024
Wed
Book Chat
1:00pm - 2:00pm
Book Club
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join us to discuss our favorite books of 2024! You do not have to be a current member of book club and titles can be anything you've read this year.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
21
2024
Sat
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.
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3 pm |
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4 pm |
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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.
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.
Dec
17
2024
Tue
Afterschool Fun STEM: Bobsleds Away!
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."
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6 pm |
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This event is in the "Children" group.
This event is in the "Children" group.
Dec
17
2024
Tue
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."
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This event is in the "Families" group.
Families
Storytime,
Crafts & DIY
This event is in the "Families" group.
Dec
18
2024
Wed
Special Family Storytime Celebration: Cookies with a Cop!
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Storytime,
Crafts & DIY
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Families
Program Type:
Storytime,
Crafts & DIY
Event Details:
Join us in Meeting Room A/B for a special family storytime extravaganza featuring guest readers from the Urbandale Police Department!
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.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Dec
18
2024
Wed
Movie Night: The Holdovers
Library Branch:
Urbandale Public Library
Room:
ICN Room
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Movie
Event Details:
Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of the month for Movie Night at the Library. This film screening will include English subtitles/ closed captioning. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy. Limited space, registration encouraged.
The Holdovers (2023 ‧ R ‧ Comedy/Drama ‧ 2h 13m)
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