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-Wed: 9:00am-8:30pm

Thu: Closed

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

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

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All Day	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Families" group Science Fiction Books for Kids Scavenger Hunt All Day 1/2–1/16 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: Get pumped for National Science Fiction Day on January 2nd* with this scavenger hunt!*
9 am		This event is in the "Ages 0-2" group Baby Bounce 9:00am–9:45am Ages 0-2 Storytime Registration Available 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 Available 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: 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 Music and Movement 9:30am–10:15am Ages 3-5 Storytime Registration Available 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 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). Weekday Storytime Schedule: 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 Available 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 Available 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: 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 Available 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 Available 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: 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 Music and Movement 10:30am–11:15am Ages 3-5 Storytime Registration Available 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 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). Weekday Storytime Schedule: 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 Available 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 Available 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: 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 Available 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 Available 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: 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 Available 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 Available 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: 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."
12 pm
1 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group My WellBeing with ISU Extension 1:00pm–2:00pm Adults Special Event Registration Available This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: ICN Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Special Event Registration Available Event Details: The library has partnered with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach to offer a 6-week My Wellbeing Program.			This event is in the "Adults" group Classic Cinema: Paper Moon 1:00pm–2:45pm Adults Movie Registration Available This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: ICN Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Movie Registration Available Event Details: Join us on the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month for classic cinema from the 20th century. This film screening will include English subtitles/ closed captioning (when format allows). Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks to enjoy. Limited space, registration encouraged. Paper Moon (1973 ‧ Comedy/Crime ‧ 1h 42m ‧ Rated PG)	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
3 pm
4 pm		This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Volunteer Fair 4:30pm–6:30pm Teens, Adults Special Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Teens, Adults Program Type: Special Event Event Details: Interested in meeting new people and supporting your community? Stop by to visit with the following local organizations about their volunteer opportunities:	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 Afterschool Fun LEGO: Build a Super Safe Sled 4:15pm–5:15pm 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 LEGO fun in the youth area of the library. Drop in the 1st Tuesday of the month between 4:15 and 5:15 to enjoy free building at your own pace, or complete a challenge! Target Audience: Families \| No registration Buckle up, because this month's challenge will be to build a sled that safely carries two LEGO people down a hill (made of poster board) without falling out! 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."
5 pm
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 Available 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 Available 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: 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 Craft Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Adults Crafts & DIY Registration Available This event is in the "Adults" group Library Branch: Urbandale Public Library Room: ICN Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Crafts & DIY Registration Available Event Details: Join fellow crafters on the second Thursday of the month for an hour of creation and community. We encourage you to bring your own projects and supplies, but adult coloring books and colored pencils will be provided. Feel free to bring a non-alcoholic beverage of your choice as we knit, crochet, scrapbook, and craft together. Please note: Instruction is not provided, but we’d be happy to show you how to access the Craft & Hobby database if you’re hoping to learn a new skill. Crochet and knitting kits as well as a selection of craft-related books may be available to check out. All skill levels are welcome! Previously called Spinning Yarns*, but was reimagined for all crafters!