Urbandale Public Library

9:00am-8:30pm

3520 86th St
Urbandale, IA 50322
United States

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Sun: 12:00pm-6:00pm

Mon-Thu: 9:00am-8:30pm

Fri-Sat: 9:00am-6:00pm

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All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group 2025 Summer Reading Challenge: Level Up! At Your Library All Day 5/29–7/31 All Ages This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Age Group: All Ages Event Details: Join us for the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge, "Level Up! At Your Library." Between May 29 - July 31, all ages are encouraged to record at least 15 days of reading to earn mid-point prizes.
	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Bonus: Scavenger Hunts Off the Page! Cartoon Stand-Up Figures All Day 6/24–7/14 Children, Families This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Age Group: Children, Families Event Details: Drop into the library and hunt down 9 cartoon cardboard stand-ups 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 Level Up: Favorite Board Games! Scavenger Hunt All Day 7/15–7/31 Children, Families This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Age Group: Children, Families Event Details: Drop into the library and hunt down 9 hidden pictures 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 Level Up: Favorite Video Games! Scavenger Hunt All Day 6/30–7/14 Children, Families This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Age Group: Children, Families Event Details: Drop into the library and hunt down 9 hidden pictures 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 Bonus: Scavenger Hunts Off the Page! Crochet Fantasy Figures All Day 7/15–8/5 Children, Families This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Age Group: Children, Families Event Details: Drop into the library and hunt down 9 crochet fantasy figures (made by Ms. Carisa!) 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 9:15am–10:00am Ages 0-2 Storytime Registration Available This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 0-2 Program Type: Storytime Registration Available 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). 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 9:30am–10:15am Ages 3-5 Storytime Registration Available This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 3-5 Program Type: Storytime Registration Available 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."
10 am		This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group Baby Bounce 10:15am–11:00am Ages 0-2 Storytime Registration Available This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 0-2 Program Type: Storytime Registration Available 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). 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 "Families" group Storytime in the Parks 10:00am–10:45am Ages 3-5, Families Storytime Registration Available Offsite Event This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Ages 3-5, Families Program Type: Storytime Registration Available Event Details: Week 6 Location: Barrett Boesen Park Shelter 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 Registration Available This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 3-5 Program Type: Storytime Registration Available 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 6-11" group Creativity Quest 10:00am–11:30am Ages 6-11 Crafts & DIY, Gaming, STEM Registration Available This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 6-11 Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Gaming, STEM Registration Available Event Details: Calling all curious kids who like to make, craft, and experiment! Join us for cool hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) activities. 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 "Families" group Spock's Reptile Sanctuary (10:00 AM Session) 10:00am–10:30am Families Special Event Registration Available This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Families Program Type: Special Event Registration Available Event Details: The experts at Spock’s Sanctuary will bring five reptiles for us to see and learn about. You can even touch or hold some with a signed waiver! 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 Spock's Reptile Sanctuary (10:45 AM Session) 10:45am–11:15am Children, Families Special Event Registration Available This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Children, Families Program Type: Special Event Registration Available Event Details: The experts at Spock’s Sanctuary will bring five reptiles for us to see and learn about. You can even touch or hold some with a signed waiver! 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."
11 am							This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group Spock's Reptile Sanctuary (11:30 AM Session) 11:30am–12:00pm Children, Teens, Families Special Event Registration Available This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Children, Teens, Families Program Type: Special Event Registration Available Event Details: The experts at Spock’s Sanctuary will bring five reptiles for us to see and learn about. You can even touch or hold some with a signed waiver! 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."
12 pm
1 pm	This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Art Gallery Reception: Terrinye & Tom Goetz 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults, All Ages Art Gallery Registration Available This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Art Gallery Age Group: Adults, All Ages Program Type: Art Gallery Registration Available Event Details: Join us for light refreshments and enjoy a unique fusion of artistic styles in this vibrant mother-son collaboration between Iowa artists Terrinye and This event is in the "All Ages" group Sundays in the Summer: Public Piano Performances (July 6-August 24) 1:30pm–2:15pm All Ages Performance This event is in the "All Ages" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Library Outside Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Performance Event Details: Enjoy free public piano performances on the library's patio every Sunday from 1:30 to 2:15 PM (weather-permitting)!						This event is in the "Adults" group Adult Recreational Chess 1:00pm–4:00pm Adults Gaming This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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 "Ages 0-2" group This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group Monday Hands-On Play 2:30pm–4:00pm Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11 Crafts & DIY, STEM Registration Available This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Ages 0-2, Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11 Program Type: Crafts & DIY, STEM Registration Available Event Details: Drop in between 2:30-4:00 PM for fun, hands-on play at the library! 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Ages 10-14" group This event is in the "Ages 12-17" group Tween & Teen No-Sew Minecraft Pillows 2:30pm–3:30pm Teens, Ages 10-14, Ages 12-17 Crafts & DIY Registration Available 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens, Ages 10-14, Ages 12-17 Program Type: Crafts & DIY Registration Available Event Details: Make your own TNT and Creeper-themed pillows using felt fabric, stuffing, and fabric glue! Choose the session that works best for you (both are the same craft), however: Disclaimer(s) Tween & Teen Programs Age Restrictions This program is open to tweens and teens ages 10-17 only, and registration is strongly recommended, as each session has occupancy limits. (Teens and tweens who did not register will be admitted as walk-ins on the day of only if the class is not full.) Please note that ages 10-14 and ages 13-17 are suggested age ranges for each session but as long as you are between the ages of 10-17 you can sign up for either time that works best for your schedule.
3 pm			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! STEM: Rainbow Suncatcher 3:00pm–4:00pm Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families Registration Available 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Story Room Age Group: Ages 3-5, Ages 6-11, Families Registration Available Event Details: Afterschool Fun becomes Afternoon Fun! Tuesdays from 3:00 – 4:00 PM (drop-in) Enjoy playing with light, shadow, and color as we create rainbow suncatchers with cardboard and colorful cellophane! 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 "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Virtual Author Talk: Discerning the Truth with Marie Lu (9th-12th Grade) 3:00pm–3:30pm Teens, Families, Adults Guest Speaker Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Families" group This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Teens, Families, Adults Program Type: Guest Speaker Event Details: Register to watch this program on your own.
4 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 No-Sew Minecraft Pillows 4:00pm–5:00pm Teens, Ages 10-14, Ages 12-17 Crafts & DIY Registration Available 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 Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens, Ages 10-14, Ages 12-17 Program Type: Crafts & DIY Registration Available Event Details: Make your own TNT and Creeper-themed pillows using felt fabric, stuffing, and fabric glue! Choose the session that works best for you (both are the same craft), however: Disclaimer(s) Tween & Teen Programs Age Restrictions This program is open to tweens and teens ages 10-17 only, and registration is strongly recommended, as each session has occupancy limits. (Teens and tweens who did not register will be admitted as walk-ins on the day of only if the class is not full.) Please note that ages 10-14 and ages 13-17 are suggested age ranges for each session but as long as you are between the ages of 10-17 you can sign up for either time that works best for your schedule.	This event is in the "Ages 10-14" group This event is in the "Ages 12-17" group Teen & Tween Graphic Novel Drawing Club (2 of 4) 4:30pm–5:30pm Ages 10-14, Ages 12-17 Crafts & DIY Registration Available This event is in the "Ages 10-14" group This event is in the "Ages 12-17" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: ICN Room Age Group: Ages 10-14, Ages 12-17 Program Type: Crafts & DIY Registration Available Event Details: Please note: This is an ongoing class, where you will continue your character and world building week after week.
5 pm
6 pm				This event is in the "Adults" group Movie Night: Shift - The RAGBRAI Documentary 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Movie, History Registration Available This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: ICN Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movie, History Registration Available 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 when available. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy. Limited space, registration encouraged. Shift: The Ragbrai Documentary (2023 ‧ Documentary ‧ 1 hour)	This event is in the "Adults" group Page Turners Book Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Book Club Registration Available This event is in the "Adults" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Registration Available 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. This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group This event is in the "Families" group Storytime in the Parks 6:30pm–7:15pm Ages 3-5, Families Storytime Registration Available Offsite Event This event is in the "Ages 3-5" group This event is in the "Families" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Ages 3-5, Families Program Type: Storytime Registration Available Event Details: Week 6 Location: Barrett Boesen Park Shelter 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."