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June 2017

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Children's Book SaleJune 16-18, Literary GroundsDuring Library Open Hours

Stop by our book sale for great deals on books for children of all ages! Select books are half price on Sunday.Presented by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Movie Night at the Library6:30pm, Auditorium

Here's your chance to see some of this past year's award-winning movies on the big screen!Mon., June 12: La La LandMon., June 19: ArrivalMon., June 26: Th e Salesman

Wed., July 12: Hidden FiguresWed., July 19: LionMon., July 24: FencesM

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Summer Events for Families & Teens

Regular Meetups

Bookmobile Summer Schedule

Meals for Kids & Teens

July Book Sale

More Special Events

Summer Reading for All!June 1 - August 22, 2017Th e summer reading program isn't just for kids, and it isn't just about reading! Everyone from babies to adults can earn prizes for completing a variety of activities this summer. Visit www.amespubliclibrary.org or stop by the Library or Bookmobile to get started.Presented by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Escape Room ChallengeWednesday, June 21

5:30pm, Th e Gallery (Upstairs)

Team up with your family, friends, or the nearest scruff y-looking nerfherder, and crack the code of our Star Wars themed escape room. Teams can have 4-6 members of any age. May the Force be with you—you’ll need it!

Quiz BowlGet ready for the Star Wars Quiz Bowl! Form a team of 3-6 people of any age and prepare yourselves for a spectacular Star Wars trivia contest on August 19. Register at www.amespubliclibrary.org.

Summer of Star WarsAmes Public Library will become Star Wars central this summer! Th ere's something for everyone, whether you're a Jedi Knight, a loyal servant of the Empire, or completely new to Star Wars.

Movie SaturdaysJoin us for a summer-long Star Wars movie marathon on select Saturdays at 2pm in the Auditorium.June 3: Ep. I: Th e Phantom Menace

June 10: Ep. II: Attack of the Clones

June 17: Ep. III: Revenge of the Sith

July 1: Ep. IV: A New Hope

July 29: Ep. V: Th e Empire Strikes Back

August 5: Ep. VI: Return of the Jedi

August 12: Ep. VII: Th e Force Awakens

Stormtrooper Sprint and Jedi Jog 5K Fun RunOn September 16, join the Teen Advisory Group's Star Wars themed 5K Fun Run.

Registration information coming soon!

Designing State and National ParksTuesday, June 6 at 7pm, AuditoriumJoin us for a presentation on Iowa State University and the Department of Landscape Architecture's infl uence and role in the development of the Iowa State Parks and National Parks during the 1930s. Provided in partnership with Iowa State University Library Special Collections & University Archives, Iowa State UniversityLibrary, Iowa State University Department of Landscape Architecture, & Iowa State University College of Design.

Super Smash Bros. TournamentWednesday, June 7 at 7pm, AuditoriumTeens and young adults, show off your Super Smash Bros. skills at our free unoffi cial tournament.

Friday Flicks1:30pm, AuditoriumWatch family-friendly fi lms on our big screen!June 9: Fantastic

Beasts and Where to Find Th em

June 16: StorksJune 23: Th e Secret Life of PetsJune 30: MoanaJuly 21: Pete's DragonJuly 28: Kubo and the Two StringsAugust 4: Th e BFG

Get America Singing...Again!Sunday, June 112-4pm, AuditoriumJoin Music Director Steve Hoifeldt and members of the Ames Choral Society for a community sing along. Enjoy an afternoon of community singing using provided song books.* All ages are welcome.*Provided thanks to grants from Ames Convention and Visitors Bureau and Golden K Kiwanis.

Pammel Court Panel DiscussionWednesday, June 217pm, AuditoriumTh e evening will include a brief talk on the history of Pammel Court and its signifi cance to the Iowa State community, followed by a panel discussion on what life was like in married student housing. Once the conversation has begun, we encourage participants to share their reminiscences and stories. Provided in partnership with the Ames Historical Society and the Iowa State University Department of History.

The Path to PublicationSaturday, June 2410:30am, AuditoriumLocal author Sarvinder Naberhaus will share the process of traditionally publishing her new patriotic picture book, Blue Sky White Stars.

Let's Talk About Your Genealogy!Monday, June 2610am-12pm, Danfoss RoomHave a question about your ancestry research? Are you at a brick wall with your genealogy? Come to this help session to get back on track! Th ere will be another help session July 24.Provided in partnership with Story County Genealogical Society.

Ames Historical Society Lecture: Prehistoric Story County Wednesday, June 287pm, AuditoriumMatt Donovan, Iowa D.O.T. Archeologist and Historian, will present the pre-history of Story County and Ames, starting with the ice age and continuing through time to native cultures and early historic settlements. He’ll mix together topics on Iowa archaeology in general and the specifi c archaeology and history of Story County with maps, pictures, and artifacts.Provided in partnership with the Ames Historical Society.

See the "Build a Better World" brochure for summer events for

families and teens!

Bookmobile ScheduleMONDAYSawyer School, 5-8pm

(4316 Ontario)TUESDAYSt. Cecilia School, 3-4pm

(Hoover Avenue & 30th Street)Ames High School, 4:30-5:30pm

(1921 Ames High Drive)WEDNESDAYEdwards School, 1:45-2:45pm

(820 Miller Avenue)Ames Middle School, CLOSED

for the SummerFareway on Stange, 5-8pm

(Stange & Bloomington)THURSDAYEast of ISU Library, 11am-1pm

(701 Morrill Road)Mitchell School, 3-4pm

(3521 Jewel Drive)Ames Christian School, 4:30-6pm

(925 South 16th Street)

Out and AboutVisit the Library all around town! We'll bring our mobile branch—the Bookmobile—to various community events. You're also invited to...

Bookmobile Storytimes @ the ParkSelect Mondays, 10:30-11:30amCome on over to the park to enjoy fun stories followed by a craft activity.June 12: Ada Hayden Heritage ParkJune 19: Daley ParkJune 26: Brookside ParkJuly 3: Moore Memorial ParkJuly 10: Ada Hayden Heritage ParkJuly 17: Daley ParkJuly 24: Inis Grove ParkProvided in partnership with Ames Parks & Recreation.

Th ursday, July 6: 5:30 to 8:30pm Admission $2 Friday, July 7: 9am to 6pm Free admission Saturday, July 8: 9am to 6pm Free admission Sunday, July 9: 11am to 5pm Admission $1, and everything is free! (Auditorium only)

Presented by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Ames Public LibraryS U M M E R

COMING SOON

Regular Meetups Apple Users GroupFridays, 10:30am-12pm, Th e StudioTh e purpose of the group is to support and improve participants' use of Apple technology, including iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Participants can bring questions or issues they have using Apple devices.

Art Club3rd Tuesday of Each Month1-3pm, Board RoomDiscuss art, artists, and creativity. Th is is a great opportunity to share your work and get some suggestions and gentle critiques. Feel free to bring an art project to work on (using non-messy materials).

Crochet & Knitting Group2nd and 4th Saturdays of Each Month10am-12pm, Th e StudioAll ages are invited to hang out and knit or crochet. Bring your own materials.

Inkspots3rd Wednesday of Each Month1:30-3pm, Th e StudioInkspots is a writers’ group that meets monthly to discuss and gently critique members’ writing. For more information, please visit the Library’s Adult Services Desk or call (515) 239-5646 ext. 4.

Play Games Ames4th Saturday of Each Month2-5pm, AuditoriumAll ages are welcome to play, chat, or to just see what we're all about. Experienced board gamers will be on hand to teach you how to play a variety of games.Provided in partnership with Play Games Ames.

Monthly Book Groups028: Real Reads2nd Th ursday of Each Month7pm, Board Room028 focuses on recently published, popular nonfi ction on a variety of topics.June 8: Th e Oregon

Trail: A New American Journey by Rinker Buck

July 13: Beneath the Surface: Killer Whales, SeaWorld, and the Truth Beyond Blackfi sh by John Hargrove

Presented by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Books at Noon4th Wednesday of Each Month12pm, Th e StudioShare what you've read recently—fi ction or nonfi ction—and hear about what everyone else is reading. Be prepared to give a brief description and your opinion about one or two books you've listened to or read.

Great Books3rd Sunday of Each Month2pm, Board RoomTh is book group discusses literary classics. To sign up and fi nd out the monthly selection, visit the Library's Adult Services Desk or call (515) 239-5646 ext. 4.Presented by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Mystery Lovers Book Club1st Wednesday of Each Month12pm, Th e StudioMystery readers, come talk about books by a selected author. June 7: Charlotte

MacLeodJuly 5: Dana

Stabenow

Summer 2017

Parents & Parents-To-BeBest Start Breastfeeding Class& Next Step Pumping Class3rd Monday of Each Monthin the Rotary RoomBreastfeeding: 6-7:30pmPumping: 7:35-8:35pmJoin us for a free two-part prenatal class on breastfeeding and pumping. Come to one or both parts. Support persons are encouraged to attend. Please RSVP to [email protected] in partnership with Mid-Iowa Community Action (MICA) and Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

Mama Milk Meetup4th Monday of Each Month9:30-11am, Teen SpaceAll nursing moms and moms-to-be are invited to a breastfeeding café. Children are welcome!Provided in partnership with Mid-Iowa Community Action (MICA) and Ames Loving Support.

The Mothering Circle3rd Th ursday of Each Month9:30am, Teen SpaceAll mothers are invited to come together to connect, explore issues, deepen intuition, and share their parenting journeys. We will address the needs and concerns of each mother so she can fi nd compassionate support and inspiration.

World Language StorytimesArabic Storytime1st Friday of Each Month5pm, Storytime RoomProvided in partnership with the Middle East Learning & Cultural Center.

French Storytime1st Saturday of Each Month 3pm, Storytime Room

Presentation of a program does not constitute the Library’s endorsement of the content or

views expressed by participants. If your organization is interested in presenting

a program, contact Mary at 239-5633 or [email protected].

Conversations in...Chinese: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of Each Month at 6pm, Th e StudioEnglish: Mondays, 11am, Rotary RoomFrench: Saturdays, 4pm, Th e StudioRussian: Saturdays, 3pm, Th e StudioSpanish: Th ursdays, 6:30pm, Th e StudioGather for casual conversations in diff erent languages. Chat in your native language or get comfortable talking in another language.

MIND YOUR MINECRAFT Farwell T. Brown Auditorium

Thursday, June 8, 1:30pmReal life Minecraft—Love to play Minecraft? Join other folks in grades 5-8 at the Library to pretend to be Steve as you find out what it would be like to live one of your favorite games.

TWEEN ROLEPLAYING CLUBFor 3rd-5th graders

PEO Room2nd Saturdays, 2-4pm

June 10July 8

August 12This group is dedicated to a exploring a wide variety of games such as Dungeons and Dragons, Star Wars, Magic: The Gathering, and more.

ARTISTIC AFTERNOONSTeen Room

4th Thursdays, 1:30-2:30pm June 22July 27

Come to the Teen Space, which will be opened specially for these programs, to work on some amazing crafts!

ENGINEERING CHALLENGESFarwell T. Brown Auditorium

Thursday, July 13, 1:30pmWant a challenge this summer? Come to the library to solve all sorts of building and engineering problems using materials such as straws and marshmallows!

STAR WARS MOVIE SATURDAYSAll ages

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumSelect Saturdays, 2pm

Want to get ready for our Quiz Bowl in August? Or just love Star Wars—come to the library on select summer Saturdays to enjoy the movies, old and new.

June 3Episode I (Phantom Menace)

June 10Episode II (Attack of the Clones)

June 17Episode III (Revenge of the Sith)

July 1Episode IV (A New Hope)

July 29Episode V (The Empire Strikes Back)

August 5Episode VI (Return of the Jedi)

August 12Episode VII (The Force Awakens)

STAR WARS QUIZ BOWLAll ages

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumSaturday, August 19, 2-5pm

All ages and families are invited to form teams of 3-6 and compete against others who love Star Wars! Register online through our events calendar or we'll help you sign up at the Youth Desk.

ESCAPE ROOM CHALLENGE All ages

The Gallery (Upstairs)Wednesday, June 21, 5:30pm

Team up and work cooperatively to break free from our Star Wars themed escape room. Form your own team (6 max.) or we'll form teams for you. May the Force be with you—you’ll need it! STORMTROOPER SPRINT AND JEDI JOG

5K FUN RUN Get ready for the Teen Advisory Group's 5K Fun Run to be held Saturday, September 16.Run (or walk) this great event, where Star Wars costumes are encouraged! All proceeds will benefit the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation for teen activities.

ANIME AFTERNOONSTeen Room

2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 1:30pm June 13, 27July 11, 25

Like anime? Like Japanese snacks? Come to the Teen Space where we'll vote on anime to watch and eat some tasty treats! Stop in for fun and excitement with activities geared just for teens.


4th Thursdays, 3:30-8pm (drop-in)June 22July 27Come to the Teen Space to create Pinterest-worthy crafts!

POETRY JAMIntended for teens and adultsFarwell T. Brown Auditorium

Monday, July 10, 7-9pmCome to watch or share two original poems/raps/stories under three minutes with no props.

GENDER REVOLUTION (A MOVIE)All ages

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Thursday, July 13, 6:30pm

Watch the documentary Gender Revolution together.

LGBTQ MEETUPFor grades 6 - 12

Rotary Room Wednesday, July 26, 6:30pm

Talk about "Gender Revolution" and learn about different sexualities and genders, make crafts, and meet other LGBTQ+ teens and teen allies.

TEEN ADVISORY GROUP (TAG)Dale H. Ross Board Room

1st and 3rd Saturdays, 11amJune 3, 17July 1, 15

August 5, 19Help plan Library events for teens, share what you’re reading, and make new friends. Eat free pizza, too!

SUPER SMASH BROS. TOURNAMENTFor teens AND young adultsFarwell T. Brown AuditoriumWednesday, June 7, 7-9pm

Get ready to brawl and enjoy some friendly competition at our Super Smash Brothers tournament!

TEEN ROLEPLAYING GAME ASSOCIATION

Rotary Room2nd Saturdays, 1-5pm

June 10 July 8

August 12This group is dedicated to a exploring a wide variety of games, such as Dungeons and Dragons, Star Wars, and Magic: The Gathering.

TEEN WRITERS’ GROUP Board Room

2nd Sundays, 2-4pmJune 11

July 9August 13

Join author David Zimmerman for writing exercises to finesse your creative writing skills.Provided in partnership with Iowa State University's Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and Environment.

Ames Public Library is offering a variety of programming and special events for all ages of youth. Check out the listings on the following pages. (All activities take place at Ames Public Library unless stated otherwise.) Adult activities can be found on our website or the Page One publication found at all public service desks. Presentation of a program does not constitute the Library’s endorsement of the content or views expressed by participants.

515 Douglas Ave. | Ames, IA 50010 | 515.239.5646YOUTH SERVICES | www.amespubliclibrary.org

Adults, teens, children, and infants are invited to take part in our Summer Reading Incentive Program!

Starting June 1, you can sign up online at www.amespubliclibrary.org. Set up your account, choose your avatar, then add on or change it by leveling up and

going through the Build a Better World story online. You'll pick up your prizes at the Youth

Desk, Teen Desk, or Bookmobile. A simpler paper version and the Infant and Toddler Reading Incentive Program will be available at the same locations.

The Reading Incentive Program runs Thursday, June 1 - Tuesday, August 22. Register ALL activities and pick up ALL prizes by 8:30pm that evening.

SUMMER READING INCENTIVE PROGRAM

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumMonday - Friday

11:45am - 12:45pm

Having a full stomach of good food is important for everyone in the summer.

Ames Public Library is partnering with the U.S.D.A. Food and Nutrition Service during the months of June, July, and August to provide free lunches to kids and teens. Free to all youth 18 years and younger– meals for adults are $3.50. Please come for lunch! We invite you to attend our programs before and/or after, too!

(Sorry, no baby formula is available.)

SUMMER MEALS FOR KIDS & TEENS

JUNE 5 – AUGUST 18

MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU!

DANCE PARTY READING CELEBRATION

Friday, August 256:30-8pm

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumCome dance with us at this special event held just for those who complete the Summer Reading Program. We'll have a D.J. and refreshments, too!

TEEN EVENTS For 6th-12th Graders

STORY COUNTY READS FIELD TRIP Friday, August 4, 9:30am

Take a field trip to Des Moines as we celebrate the Story County Reads program together. Check back later for details. Provided in partnership with United Way of Story County.

HOT DOG DINNER THEATER Families

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumThursday, August 10

12pm: Serving hot dogs12:30pm: Magic Show5pm: Serving hot dogs5:30pm: Magic Show

Rick "Eugene" Brammer will enthrall you with his feats of magic that include lots of audience participation.

For 5th-8th Graders

SPECIAL EVENTS continued

TWEEN/TEEN SCENE

MAGIC CLASSAges 9+

Rotary RoomThursday, August 10, 2-3pm

Learn five magic tricks and take home the materials to perform them. Limited to 3rd grade and up, register online through our events calendar or we'll help you sign up at the Youth Desk.

LINESAll ages

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumSaturday, August 26, 10:30am

Local author Sarvinder Naberhaus will show us how lines make up a whole: a whole square, house, town, city, and universe.

JUNE-AUGUST 2017

Thank you to Ames Public Library Friends Foundation for being the lead sponsor in our "Build a Better World" summer program.

STORYTIMES AND ACTIVITIESJune - August (no programming July 3-7)

TERRIFIC TUESDAYS All ages

Times and locations vary.Attend these winning presentations! Choose the best time and location for you! Guest presenters include:

June 6Mad Science

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium, 10:30am"Construction and Demolition" is this year's theme. We'll build a human “kid” dome, stand on eggs until they break, create windbag structures, and more. Join us for this "explosive" adventure into science with lots of audience participation!

June 13Desirae's Reading Show!

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium, 10:30amEdwards Elementary School, 1pm

820 Miller Ave., AmesBuild a Better World through the magic of books during this energetic, fun-filled, and motivational presentation.

June 20 Hoops Hoops Hoops


Morgan Zoysey, hula hooper extraordinaire, will entertain you and get you moving in this fast-paced presentation of hula hoop tricks. Be sure to warm up those hips before you come to this one!

June 27Pint-Sized Polkas


Help build a happier world through music and comedy with Uncle Mike and his polkas. Audience participation is key to this fun-filled presentation.

July 11 Absolute Science


Delve into the world of science with Rick "Eugene" Brammer during this exciting interactive program that will keep you wanting more. It's all hands on deck for this one!

July 18Talespinner & Troubadour presenting

Big Builders WitFarwell T. Brown Auditorium, 10:30am

Edwards Elementary School, 1pm Darrin Crow, from Cedar Rapids, Iowa will take you on a journey though the tall tales and folk tales of our big country and share some stories of Iowans whose hard work and bravery helped to build a better world.

July 25 Building a Better World One Song at a Time

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium, 10:30amThrough music, movement, and stories, the audience will experience the power of putting together (and tearing apart), building up (and ripping down), and being part of building a better world, one song at a time.

August 1 World for Wildlife

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium, 10:30amJoin a Blank Park Zoo educator and four animals from the zoo’s education department to talk about ways in which we can make the world a better place for all creatures, great and small!

TODDLER TIME (June 12 - August 11)Intended for toddlers and their caregivers

Storytime RoomMondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 10am

Tuesdays, 1pmJoin Dewey Bear and library staff for 20-25 minutes of music, books, and interactive early literacy activities.

BABY TIME (June 13 - August 9)Intended for infants, birth to pre-walkers,

and their caregiversStorytime Room

Tuesdays, 1:30pmWednesdays, 11:05am

Thursdays, 6pmYour baby will love library time! Songs, stories, sign language, and more will delight you both. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

KIDS & FAMILY NIGHT All ages

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumSelect Tuesdays, 6:30pm

Build, create, learn, and more! Stop by the Youth Desk to discover more details about each week's activities.

June 13 Goodnight Construction Site

June 20 Tower Power

July 11 Bridges

July 18 Giant Game Night

August 1 Art Night

August 8 Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

MAKER MORNINGS All ages

Youth MakerspaceWednesdays and Thursdays, 10am-Noon

June 14-15, 21-22July 12-13, 19-20August 2-3, 9-10

As a continuation of Tuesdays' Kids & Family Night, drop in to the Youth Makerspace area to create, learn, imagine, and build something amazing each week.

FAMILY STORYTIME (June 14 - August 11) Intended for families with young children

Storytime RoomWednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 10:30am

Join us for this interactive program that builds listening, language, and literacy skills.

MILK & BOOK-IES (June 15 - August 3) Intended for families with young children

Storytime RoomThursdays, 6:30pm

Stop in for 30+ minutes of fun that includes milk and cookies. We’ll have music, books, rhythm instruments, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) activities, and much more!

FRIDAY FLICKS All ages

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumSelect Fridays, 1:30pm

June 9Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

(MPAA Rating: PG-13) 133 min.

June 16Storks

(MPAA Rating: PG) 133 min.

June 23The Secret Life of Pets


June 30Moana


July 21Pete's Dragon


July 28Kubo and the Two Strings


August 4The BFG


This is not an Ames Community School District publication, nor is it in any way endorsed or sponsored by the District. This publication is being provided only to inform you of other community activities and opportunities. Contact: Jerri @ 239-5643.

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EXPERTS IN THE MAKINGAges 9 & up

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumMondays, 3-4pm

June 12, 19, 26Make, create, and become an expert! Learn and explore all kinds of cool things, from straw pyramids to cardboard creations, computer coding to robots. Expert makers will be on hand to guide you so that you, too, can become an expert that can help during July's session for all ages.

EXPLORING TECHNOLOGYAll ages

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumMondays, 3-4pm

July 10, 17, 24A continuation of Experts in the Making but open to all ages of children. "New" experts from the first session will help all attendees make, create, and explore. Parents, please stay with children aged 8 and younger.

PLAY GAMES AMESAll ages

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium4th Saturdays, 2-5pm

June 24, July 22, August 26Play Games Ames is a fun and social environment for people in the Ames community where they can interact with others through friendly competition. Experienced board-gamers will be on hand to teach you how to play a wide variety of games. Provided in partnership with Play Games Ames.

CELEBRATING RAMADANFamilies

Storytime RoomSaturday, June 3, 10am

Join us to learn about the Muslim holy month of Ramadan. Enjoy a storytime, sing, taste a delicious date, and have fun designing your own drum.

TAIL WAGGIN' TALESStorytime Room

2nd Thursdays, 10amJune 8 and July 13

Join Stephanie and registered therapy dog Marmalade for a highly interactive storytime! Children age 0-6 and their grownups will meet and pet Marmalade, sing songs, and read a story together. Get ready to clap your hands and wag your tail!

STORYTIMES AT THE FIRE STATIONIntended for preschoolersStation #2, 132 Welch Ave.

Friday, June 16, 2pm Station #1, 1300 Burnett Ave.

Monday, June 19, 2pmVisit your local fire department and meet a person who will help you when in need. Read a story and take part in a tour. Provided in partnership with Ames Fire Department.

THE PATH TO PUBLICATIONAll ages

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumSaturday, June 24, 10:30am

Hear local author Sarvinder Naberhaus talk about the process of traditionally publishing her patriotic picture book, Blue Sky White Stars, followed by a related craft activity.

EVERY SOUL A STAR BOOK CLUBFamilies

Monday, June 26, 7pmRotary Room

Read the book Every Soul a Star by Wendy Mass. Then join us for a book discussion and activities that will prepare us for the upcoming total solar eclipse.

SUMMER LEARNING DAY Furman Aquatic Center

Thursday, July 13, 5-7pmSummer pool pass owners and the first additional 500 people will get in free to this special event that features lots of additional activities besides the typical pool fun and swimming. Provided for you by AMES READS, a community partnership.


Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumThursday, July 13, 6:30pm


DAN WARDELL’S READING ROAD TRIP Families

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumThursday, July 26, 1:30pm

repeated at 2:30pmIPTV is once again visiting Ames Public Library and we’re lucky to have Dan for two shows! Pick which one works best for you!

STORY COUNTY READS BOOK CLUBMonday, July 31, 7pm

Rotary RoomRead James Riley's Story Thieves, the "All County Reads" choice for 2017. Then take part in a book discussion and related activities. Provided in partnership with United Way of Story County.

STORYTIMES AND ACTIVITIESJune - August (no programming July 3-7)

TERRIFIC TUESDAYS All ages

Times and locations vary.Attend these winning presentations! Choose the best time and location for you! Guest presenters include:

June 6Mad Science

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium, 10:30am"Construction and Demolition" is this year's theme. We'll build a human “kid” dome, stand on eggs until they break, create windbag structures, and more. Join us for this "explosive" adventure into science with lots of audience participation!

June 13Desirae's Reading Show!


820 Miller Ave., AmesBuild a Better World through the magic of books during this energetic, fun-filled, and motivational presentation.

June 20 Hoops Hoops Hoops


Morgan Zoysey, hula hooper extraordinaire, will entertain you and get you moving in this fast-paced presentation of hula hoop tricks. Be sure to warm up those hips before you come to this one!

June 27Pint-Sized Polkas


Help build a happier world through music and comedy with Uncle Mike and his polkas. Audience participation is key to this fun-filled presentation.

July 11 Absolute Science


Delve into the world of science with Rick "Eugene" Brammer during this exciting interactive program that will keep you wanting more. It's all hands on deck for this one!

July 18Talespinner & Troubadour presenting

Big Builders WitFarwell T. Brown Auditorium, 10:30am

Edwards Elementary School, 1pm Darrin Crow, from Cedar Rapids, Iowa will take you on a journey though the tall tales and folk tales of our big country and share some stories of Iowans whose hard work and bravery helped to build a better world.

July 25 Building a Better World One Song at a Time

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium, 10:30amThrough music, movement, and stories, the audience will experience the power of putting together (and tearing apart), building up (and ripping down), and being part of building a better world, one song at a time.

August 1 World for Wildlife

Farwell T. Brown Auditorium, 10:30amJoin a Blank Park Zoo educator and four animals from the zoo’s education department to talk about ways in which we can make the world a better place for all creatures, great and small!

TODDLER TIME (June 12 - August 11)Intended for toddlers and their caregivers

Storytime RoomMondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 10am

Tuesdays, 1pmJoin Dewey Bear and library staff for 20-25 minutes of music, books, and interactive early literacy activities.

BABY TIME (June 13 - August 9)Intended for infants, birth to pre-walkers,

and their caregiversStorytime Room

Tuesdays, 1:30pmWednesdays, 11:05am

Thursdays, 6pmYour baby will love library time! Songs, stories, sign language, and more will delight you both. Older siblings are welcome to attend.

KIDS & FAMILY NIGHT All ages

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumSelect Tuesdays, 6:30pm

Build, create, learn, and more! Stop by the Youth Desk to discover more details about each week's activities.

June 13 Goodnight Construction Site

June 20 Tower Power

July 11 Bridges

July 18 Giant Game Night

August 1 Art Night

August 8 Musical Instrument Petting Zoo

MAKER MORNINGS All ages

Youth MakerspaceWednesdays and Thursdays, 10am-Noon

June 14-15, 21-22July 12-13, 19-20August 2-3, 9-10

As a continuation of Tuesdays' Kids & Family Night, drop in to the Youth Makerspace area to create, learn, imagine, and build something amazing each week.

FAMILY STORYTIME (June 14 - August 11) Intended for families with young children

Storytime RoomWednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, 10:30am

Join us for this interactive program that builds listening, language, and literacy skills.

MILK & BOOK-IES (June 15 - August 3) Intended for families with young children

Storytime RoomThursdays, 6:30pm

Stop in for 30+ minutes of fun that includes milk and cookies. We’ll have music, books, rhythm instruments, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) activities, and much more!

FRIDAY FLICKS All ages

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumSelect Fridays, 1:30pm

June 9Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them

(MPAA Rating: PG-13) 133 min.

June 16Storks


June 23The Secret Life of Pets


June 30Moana


July 21Pete's Dragon


July 28Kubo and the Two Strings


August 4The BFG


BOOKMOBILE STORYTIMES @ THE PARK

Intended for preschoolers-3rd graders10:30-11:30am

Come on over to the park to enjoy fun stories, followed by a related craft activity. Browse the Bookmobile and check something out, too! Provided in partnership with Ames Parks and Recreation.

June 12 Ada Hayden Heritage Park

5205 Grand Ave., Ames

June 19Daley Park

340 Wilder Blvd., Ames

June 26 Brookside Park - Maple Shelter

1325 6th St., Ames

July 3 Moore Memorial Park

3050 Northridge Parkway, Ames

July 10Ada Hayden Heritage Park

July 17Daley Park

July 24 Inis Grove Park - Walnut Shelter

24th and Duff Ave., Ames

READERS' THEATERGrades Kdg.-6th

Rotary Room*Develop your reading voice while building confidence during these hands-on workshops. Attendees should be able to read independently.Plan on attending all 3

workshops, then invite your friends and family to the final performance.

Session 1: Tuesdays, 1:30-3:30pm June 13June 20 June 27

Performance: Tuesday, June 27 @ 7pmFarwell T. Brown Auditorium (*note location change)

Session 2: Wednesdays, 2-4pmJuly 12July 19July 26

Performance: Wednesday, July 26 @ 7pmFarwell T. Brown Auditorium (*note location change)

LUNCH BUNCH AT REIMAN GARDENS2nd Wednesdays, 12 Noon

June 14July 12

August 9 Families are invited to bring their sack lunches and join us for this sing-along with stories at Reiman Gardens on their free admission days. Ask at their front desk for the specific location within the gardens. Provided in partnership with Reiman Gardens.

SPECIAL EVENTS

This is not an Ames Community School District publication, nor is it in any way endorsed or sponsored by the District. This publication is being provided only to inform you of other community activities and opportunities. Contact: Jerri @ 239-5643.

MIND YOUR MINECRAFT Farwell T. Brown Auditorium

Thursday, June 8, 1:30pmReal life Minecraft—Love to play Minecraft? Join other folks in grades 5-8 at the Library to pretend to be Steve as you find out what it would be like to live one of your favorite games.

TWEEN ROLEPLAYING CLUBFor 3rd-5th graders

PEO Room2nd Saturdays, 2-4pm

June 10July 8

August 12This group is dedicated to a exploring a wide variety of games such as Dungeons and Dragons, Star Wars, Magic: The Gathering, and more.


4th Thursdays, 1:30-2:30pm June 22July 27

Come to the Teen Space, which will be opened specially for these programs, to work on some amazing crafts!

ENGINEERING CHALLENGESFarwell T. Brown Auditorium

Thursday, July 13, 1:30pmWant a challenge this summer? Come to the library to solve all sorts of building and engineering problems using materials such as straws and marshmallows!

ANIME AFTERNOONSTeen Room

2nd and 4th Tuesdays, 1:30pm June 13, 27July 11, 25

Like anime? Like Japanese snacks? Come to the Teen Space where we'll vote on anime to watch and eat some tasty treats! Stop in for fun and excitement with activities geared just for teens.


4th Thursdays, 3:30-8pm (drop-in)June 22July 27Come to the Teen Space to create Pinterest-worthy crafts!

POETRY JAMIntended for teens and adultsFarwell T. Brown Auditorium

Monday, July 10, 7-9pmCome to watch or share two original poems/raps/stories under three minutes with no props.


Farwell T. Brown Auditorium Thursday, July 13, 6:30pm


LGBTQ MEETUPFor grades 6 - 12

Rotary Room Wednesday, July 26, 6:30pm

Talk about "Gender Revolution" and learn about different sexualities and genders, make crafts, and meet other LGBTQ+ teens and teen allies.

TEEN ADVISORY GROUP (TAG)Dale H. Ross Board Room

1st and 3rd Saturdays, 11amJune 3, 17July 1, 15

August 5, 19Help plan Library events for teens, share what you’re reading, and make new friends. Eat free pizza, too!

SUPER SMASH BROS. TOURNAMENTFor teens AND young adultsFarwell T. Brown AuditoriumWednesday, June 7, 7-9pm

Get ready to brawl and enjoy some friendly competition at our Super Smash Brothers tournament!

TEEN ROLEPLAYING GAME ASSOCIATION

Rotary Room2nd Saturdays, 1-5pm

June 10 July 8

August 12This group is dedicated to a exploring a wide variety of games, such as Dungeons and Dragons, Star Wars, and Magic: The Gathering.

TEEN WRITERS’ GROUP Board Room

2nd Sundays, 2-4pmJune 11

July 9August 13

Join author David Zimmerman for writing exercises to finesse your creative writing skills.Provided in partnership with Iowa State University's Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and Environment.

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TEEN EVENTS For 6th-12th Graders

STORY COUNTY READS FIELD TRIP Friday, August 4, 9:30am

Take a field trip to Des Moines as we celebrate the Story County Reads program together. Check back later for details. Provided in partnership with United Way of Story County.

HOT DOG DINNER THEATER Families

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumThursday, August 10

12pm: Serving hot dogs12:30pm: Magic Show5pm: Serving hot dogs5:30pm: Magic Show

Rick "Eugene" Brammer will enthrall you with his feats of magic that include lots of audience participation.

For 5th-8th Graders

SPECIAL EVENTS continued

TWEEN/TEEN SCENE

MAGIC CLASSAges 9+

Rotary RoomThursday, August 10, 2-3pm

Learn five magic tricks and take home the materials to perform them. Limited to 3rd grade and up, register online through our events calendar or we'll help you sign up at the Youth Desk.

LINESAll ages

Farwell T. Brown AuditoriumSaturday, August 26, 10:30am

Local author Sarvinder Naberhaus will show us how lines make up a whole: a whole square, house, town, city, and universe.

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SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY

Watch some great movies on the Library's

big screen in air-conditioned comfort!

Movie Night at the Library (see front page)

Friday Flicks for Families (see back page)

Star Wars Movie Saturdays (see front page)

4 5Conversations in English

11am, Rotary RoomSummer Meals for Kids & Teens

11:45am-12:45pm, Auditorium

6Terrifi c Tuesdays

10:30am, Library AuditoriumSummer Meals for Kids & Teens

11:45am-12:45pm, AuditoriumDesigning State and National Parks

7pm, Auditorium

11Get America Singing...Again!

2-4pm, AuditoriumTeen Writers’ Workshop

2-4pm, Board Room

12Toddler Time, 10am, Storytime RoomBookmobile Storytime @ the Park

10:30-11:30am, Ada Hayden ParkConversations in English

11am, Rotary RoomSummer Meals for Kids & Teens

11:45am-12:45pm, AuditoriumExperts in the Making

3pm, AuditoriumMovie: La La Land6:30pm, Auditorium

13Terrifi c Tuesdays

10:30am, Library Auditorium1pm, Edwards Elementary School

Summer Meals for Kids & Teens11:45am-12:45pm, Auditorium

Toddler Time, 1pm, Storytime RoomAnime Afternoons1:30pm, Teen Space

Baby Time, 1:30pm, Storytime RoomReaders' Theater Workshop

1:30-3:30pm, Rotary RoomKids and Family Night

6:30pm, Auditorium

18Children's Book Sale

1-5pm, Literary GroundsFree Pocket Paperbacks Weekend

1-5pm, Library LobbyGreat Books

2pm, Board Room

19Toddler Time, Summer Meals

for Kids & Teens, See aboveBookmobile Storytime @ the Park

10:30-11:30am, Daley ParkConversations in English

11am, Rotary RoomStorytime at the Fire Station2pm, Fire Station #1 on Burnett

Experts in the Making3pm, Auditorium

Best Start Breastfeeding Class6-7:30pm, Rotary Room

Movie: Arrival6:30pm, Auditorium

Next Step Pumping Class7:35-8:35pm, Rotary Room



Summer Meals for Kids & Teens, Toddler Time, Baby Time, See Above

Art Club, 1-3pm, Board RoomReaders' Theater Workshop

1:30-3:30pm, Rotary RoomKids and Family Night

6:30pm, Auditorium

25 26Mama Milk Meetup9:30-11am, Teen Space

Let's Talk About Your Genealogy!10am-12pm, Danfoss Room

Toddler Time, Summer Meals for Kids & Teens, See above

Bookmobile Storytime @ the Park10:30-11:30am, Brookside Park

Conversations in English11am, Rotary Room

Experts in the Making3pm, Auditorium

Movie: The Salesman6:30pm, Auditorium

Every Soul a Star Book Club7pm, Rotary Room



Summer Meals for Kids & Teens, Toddler Time, Baby Time, See Above

Anime Afternoons1:30pm, Teen Space

Readers' Theater Rehearsal1:30-3:30pm, Rotary Room

Readers' Theater Performance7pm, AuditoriumPresentation of a program does not

constitute the Library’s endorsement of the content or views expressed by participants. If your organization is interested in presenting a program,

please contact Mary at 239-5633 or [email protected].

Ames Public Library HoursMonday-Thursday: 9am - 9pm

Friday & Saturday: 9am - 6pm

Sunday: 1pm - 5pm

515 Douglas Avenue, Ames, IA 50010(515) 239-5646

www.amespubliclibrary.org

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1 SUMMER READING PROGRAM

for Adults, Teens, Youth, and Infants & Toddlers BeginsConversations in Spanish

6:30pm, Th e Studio

2Apple Users Group

10:30am-12pm, Th e StudioArabic Storytime

5pm, Storytime RoomArtWalk: Louise O'Donnell

5-8pm, Auditorium

3Celebrating Ramadan10am, Storytime RoomTeen Advisory Group

11am-12:30pm, Board RoomStar Wars: Episode I

2pm, AuditoriumConversations in Russian

3pm, Th e StudioFrench Storytime

3pm, Storytime RoomConversations in French

4pm, Th e Studio

7Summer Meals for Kids & Teens

11:45am-12:45pm, AuditoriumMystery Lovers Book Club

12pm, Th e StudioConversations in Chinese

6pm, Th e StudioSuper Smash Bros. Tournament

7pm, Auditorium

8 Tail Waggin' Tales

10am, Storytime RoomSummer Meals for Kids & Teens

11:45am-12:45pm, AuditoriumMind your Minecraft

1:30pm, AuditoriumAmes Public Library Friends Foundation4pm, Danfoss Room

Conversations in Spanish6:30pm, Th e Studio

028: Real Reads, 7pm, Board Room

9Apple Users Group

10:30am-12pm, Th e StudioSummer Meals for Kids & Teens

11:45am-12:45pm, AuditoriumFriday Flicks: Fantastic Beasts and

Where to Find Them1:30pm, Auditorium

10Crochet & Knitting Group

10am-12pm, Th e StudioTeen Roleplaying Game Association

1-5pm, Rotary RoomStar Wars: Episode II

2pm, AuditoriumTween Roleplaying Club

2-4pm, PEO RoomConversations in Russian

3pm, Th e StudioConversations in French

4pm, Th e Studio

14Maker Mornings

10am-12pm, Youth MakerspaceToddler Time, 10am, Storytime Room

Family Storytime, 10:30am, Storytime RmBaby Time, 11:05am, Storytime Room


Lunch Bunch at Reiman Gardens12pm, Reiman Gardens

15The Mothering Circle

9:30am, Teen SpaceMaker Mornings

10am-12pm, Youth MakerspaceFamily Storytime, 10:30am, Storytime Rm


Baby Time, 6pm, Storytime RoomConversations in Spanish

6:30pm, Th e StudioMilk and Book-ies, 6:30pm, Storytime Rm.

Board of Trustees7pm, Board Room


9am-6pm, Literary GroundsFree Pocket Paperbacks Weekend

9am-6pm, Library LobbyToddler Time, 10am, Storytime Room

Apple Users Group10:30am-12pm, Th e Studio

Family Storytime, 10:30am, Storytime RmSummer Meals for Kids & Teens

11:45am-12:45pm, AuditoriumFriday Flicks: Storks

1:30pm, AuditoriumStorytime at the Fire Station

2pm, Fire Station #2 on Welch


9am-6pm, Literary GroundsFree Pocket Paperbacks Weekend

9am-6pm, Library LobbyTeen Advisory Group

11am-12:30pm, Board RoomStar Wars: Episode III

2pm, AuditoriumConversations in Russian

3pm, Th e StudioConversations in French

4pm, Th e Studio

21Maker Mornings

10am-12pm, Youth MakerspaceToddler Time, Family Storytime,

Baby Time, Summer Meals for Kids & Teens, See Above

Inkspots, 1:30pm, Th e StudioStar Wars Escape Room Challenge

5:30pm, Th e GalleryConversations in Chinese

6pm, Th e StudioPammel Court Panel Discussion

7pm, Auditorium

22Maker Mornings

10am-12pm, Youth MakerspaceFamily Storytime, Summer Meals

for Kids & Teens, Baby Time, Milk and Book-ies, See Above

Artistic Afternoon for Tweens1:30-2:30pm, Teen Space

Artistic Afternoon for Teens3:30-8pm, Teen Space


23Toddler Time, Family Storytime, Summer Meals for Kids & Teens

See AboveApple Users Group

10:30am-12pm, Th e StudioFriday Flicks: The Secret Life of Pets

1:30pm, Auditorium

24Crochet & Knitting Group

10am-12pm, Th e StudioThe Path to Publication

10:30am, AuditoriumPlay Games Ames2-5pm, Auditorium

Conversations in Russian3pm, Th e Studio

Conversations in French4pm, Th e Studio

28Toddler Time, Family Storytime,

Baby Time, Summer Meals for Kids & Teens, See Above

Books @ Noon12pm, Th e Studio

Ames Historical Society Lecture:Prehistoric Story County

7pm, Auditorium

29Family Storytime, Summer Meals

for Kids & Teens, Baby Time, Milk and Book-ies, See Above


30Toddler Time, Family Storytime, Summer Meals for Kids & Teens

See AboveApple Users Group

10:30am-12pm, Th e StudioFriday Flicks: Moana

1:30pm, Auditorium The Library and Bookmobile will be closed July 4th

for Independence Day.

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