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Name: Iowa Native Plants that Attract Pollinators Scavenger Hunt
Start: 2025-03-01
End: 2025-03-16
Location: Urbandale Public Library

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All Day	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Iowa Native Plants that Attract Pollinators Scavenger Hunt All Day 3/1 - 3/16 Children, Families This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. 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!	This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Big Beautiful Bugs Scavenger Hunt All Day 3/17 - 3/29 Children, Families This event is in the "Children" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Age Group: Children, Families Event Details: Drop into the library and find down 9 plastic bugs hidden throughout the Youth Area. Don’t forget to sign the champion’s log after you’ve found them all!
9 am		This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. Baby Bounce 9:00am - 9:45am Ages 0-2 Storytime Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. 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 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). Weekday Storytime Schedule: Our current cycle starts on Monday, March 3. Our break will be the week of March 23-28 and the next three-week cycle will start March 31. 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. Afternoon Fun Special: All-Day Fun Spring Craft Drop-in 9:00am - 5:30pm Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families Crafts & DIY, Gaming, 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. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Gaming, STEM Event Details: Join us for fun in the youth area of the library. Drop in the 2nd Tuesday of the month between 4:15 and 5:15 to get crafty. Target Audience: Ages 5+ \| No registration Afterschool Fun becomes all-day fun! Stop by the storytime room for crafts anytime from 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM. 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. Special Music and Movement with Tippi Toes Dance Company 9:30am - 10:15am Ages 3-5 Storytime, Special Event Registration This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 3-5 Program Type: Storytime, Special Event 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 required Music & 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). Today’s special edition of Music and Movement will be taught by a guest instructor from the Tippi Toes Dance Company of Des Moines! Have fun while you burn some energy and experience the joys of dance, self-expression, and movement! 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. Baby Bounce 9:00am - 9:45am Ages 0-2 Storytime Registration This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. 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 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). Weekday Storytime Schedule: Our current cycle starts on Monday, March 3. Our break will be the week of March 23-28 and the next three-week cycle will start March 31. 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."
10 am		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 This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. 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: Our current cycle starts on Monday, March 3. Our break will be the week of March 23-28 and the next three-week cycle will start March 31. 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. Special Music and Movement with Tippi Toes Dance Company 10:30am - 11:15am Ages 3-5 Storytime, Special Event Registration This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 3-5 Program Type: Storytime, Special Event 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 required Music & 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). Today’s special edition of Music and Movement will be taught by a guest instructor from the Tippi Toes Dance Company of Des Moines! Have fun while you burn some energy and experience the joys of dance, self-expression, and movement! 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. 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. 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: Our current cycle starts on Monday, March 3. Our break will be the week of March 23-28 and the next three-week cycle will start March 31. 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. Special Storytime Explorers: Seed Starters 10:00am - 11:00am Ages 3-5 Storytime, Crafts & DIY, Special Event, STEM Registration This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 3-5 Program Type: Storytime, Crafts & DIY, Special Event, 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. Join us for a special Spring Break edition of Storytime Explorers! We’ll read "Up, Down, and Around" by Katherine Ayres, make a plant-themed craft, and welcome a special guest, Amanda from Nine Square Feet! 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."
11 am		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 This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. 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, 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: Our current cycle starts on Monday, March 3. Our break will be the week of March 23-28 and the next three-week cycle will start March 31. 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 This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. 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, 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: Our current cycle starts on Monday, March 3. Our break will be the week of March 23-28 and the next three-week cycle will start March 31. 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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1 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Art Gallery Reception: Haleigh Anderson & Niki Gyles 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults, All Ages Art Gallery Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Art Gallery Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Art Gallery Registration Required Event Details: Join us for light refreshments and meet mixed media artist, Haleigh Anderson, and oil painting artist, Niki Gyles,				This event is in the "Adults" group. Author Talk with Clara Bingham (Virtual) 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adults Guest Speaker Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults Program Type: Guest Speaker Event Details: Click here to register to watch this program on your own.		This event is in the "Adults" group. Adult Recreational Chess 1:00pm - 4:00pm Adults Gaming This event is in the "Adults" group. 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.
2 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Ages 10-14" group. This event is in the "Ages 12-17" group. Tween & Teen Tropical Terrariums with Iowa Outdoor Products 2:00pm - 3:00pm Teens, Ages 10-14, Ages 12-17 Crafts & DIY Registration This event is in the "Teens" group. This event is in the "Ages 10-14" group. This event is in the "Ages 12-17" group. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens, Ages 10-14, Ages 12-17 Program Type: Crafts & DIY Registration Required Event Details: Join us to make a closed terrarium, aka a self-sustaining ecosystem that creates its own water and air cycle! We’ll provide all the material including dirt, rocks, driftwood, moss, and your own fern and tropical nerve plant!			This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Anatomy Ambassadors 2:30pm - 4:00pm Ages 6-11 STEM Registration This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 6-11 Program Type: STEM Registration Required Event Details: The Anatomy Ambassadors are visiting the library, and they’re bringing real human organs that you can see up close. Some can even be touched! 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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5 pm				This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Family Fun Night: Make Your Mark 5:30pm - 7:00pm Ages 6-11, Families Crafts & DIY Registration This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group. This event is in the "Families" group. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 6-11, Families Program Type: Crafts & DIY Registration Required Event Details: Join us for awesome hands-on fun that involves paint! We’ll help you enjoy unique techniques that include scrape art, spin art, and watercolor lilies in the style of Monet! 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."
6 pm			This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group. 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. 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 required Family 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: Our current cycle starts on Monday, March 3. Our break will be the week of March 23-28 and the next three-week cycle will start March 31. 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. Movie Night: Conclave 6:00pm - 7:45pm Adults Movie Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: ICN Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movie Registration Required 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. Conclave (2024 ‧ PG ‧ Thriller/Mystery ‧ 2 hrs)	This event is in the "Adults" group. Page Turners Book Club 6:00pm - 7:00pm Adults Book Club Registration This event is in the "Adults" group. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room B 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. Page Turners meets every 3rd Thursday at 6:00 PM.

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