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For more locations, see the Bookmobile Schedule inside this newsletter!

December 2018

Ames Public Library HoursMonday-Thursday: 9am - 9pmFriday & Saturday: 9am - 6pmSunday: 1pm - 5pm

Holiday Book SaleDecember 1-2, Auditorium During Library Open HoursShop for gently-used books to give as gifts or fill your own bookshelves! Select books are half price on Sunday.

Presented by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation. Proceeds from book sales are used to

enhance Library programs and services.

Dec. 24 - Jan. 4 Bookmobile Closed December 24-25 Library Closed Monday, December 31 Library OPEN 9am-5pmTuesday, January 1 Library Closed C

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Recognition Wall ReceptionThursday, December 27 2-3:30pm, AuditoriumJoin us as we celebrate a new feature of our recognition wall, which honors those who believe in the importance of a vital public library.Presented by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Holiday MusicFlutes & MoreSaturday, December 8 2-4pm, AuditoriumFlutes & More is a flute ensemble composed of professional adults and ISU students. They will perform a collection of holiday music ranging from standard to new and exciting pieces. This year's concert will also feature singer-songwriter Reggie Greenlaw.Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Ukulele-Banjo Holiday Sing-AlongSaturday, December 15, 2-4pm, AuditoriumCome to the Library for a festive sing along for all ages! Attendees are invited to bring their own ukuleles and banjos to play, or simply attend and sing. (You may e-mail [email protected] for links to words and scores if you'd like to practice before the sing-along.)Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Ames Community Arts Council.

Christmas Carol SingSunday, December 16, 2-4pm, AuditoriumDo you love singing Christmas Carols? If so, be sure to join the Community Sing at the Library! Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend. Guests are welcome to bring a plate of holiday treats to share following the Carol Sing.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library, Ames Mennonite Church, and First Baptist Church of Ames.

New WebsiteAmes Public Library's website is getting an upgrade! The new and improved website will feature mobile device responsive design and integrated calendar and room booking. (Don't worry, we're not changing everything on you. The online catalog for finding items and managing your account will remain the same!)

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Conversations in...American Sign Language (ASL):

1st Thursday of Each Month 6:30-8pm, Danfoss Room

English: Mondays at 11:30am, AuditoriumFrench: Saturdays at 4pm, The Studio

German: 2nd and 4th Monday of Each Month at 7pm, The Studio

Russian: Saturdays at 3pm, The StudioSpanish: Tuesdays at 7-8:30pm, The Studio

Gather for casual conversations in different languages. Chat in your native language or get comfortable

talking in another.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and the ASL Club at ISU.

Art History ClubSunday, December 9 2-4pm, Danfoss RoomDrop in to explore the biography and artwork of a different, well-known, important artist by discussing the historical, artistic, and personal significance of their work. Anyone interested in learning or discussing art is welcome. This meetup is facilitated by Charlie Coffey, Iowa State University student in Art & Visual Culture.

Exploring Historic AmesUnique Selections from the Farwell T. Brown Photographic ArchiveBeginning November 30 at Ames History Center, 416 Douglas Ave.Ames Historical Society's new exhibit features photos collected by Farwell Brown, Ames historian and founder of the historical society. The exhibit is presented in memory of long-time Ames Historical Society volunteer and Ames Public Librarian, Janet Klaas. Klaas worked for many years with Brown to organize, catalog, and index his photograph collection. She passed away in early 2018.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Ames Historical Society.

Special EventsBlack Lives Matter: Fashion, Liberation, and the Fight for FreedomExhibit: November 28 - December 11, Library LobbyEvent: Tuesday, December 4

Reception at 6pm, Library Lobby Presentation at 7pm, Auditorium

Explore the history of the Black Lives Matter movement and its relationship to politics, activism and fashion through an exhibit created by Iowa State University students. Using historic and cultural methodologies, the exhibition highlights the different ways clothing, fashion, appearance, and styles have been an example of resistance, rebellion, and negotiations of Black politics historically and today.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Iowa State University College of Human Sciences Department of Apparel, Events, & Hospitality Management.

Reel Connections on the Environment The Light Bulb ConspiracyTuesday, December 11 at 6:30pm, AuditoriumThis documentary uncovers how planned obsolescence has shaped our lives and economy since the 1920s when manufacturers deliberately started shortening the life of consumer products to increase demand.

The film also looks at modern examples and profiles a new generation of consumers, designers, and business people who have started challenging the concept as an unsustainable economic driver. Join us for the 128 minute documentary, popcorn, and a short follow-up discussion. Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Winter Reading ChallengeDecember 26 - February 28

Don't let the kids have all the fun! Pick up a reading challenge sheet from the Library or Bookmobile or sign up online at www.amespubliclibrary.org

and read your way to a free prize.Supported by the Ames Public Library

Friends Foundation.

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Technology MeetupsApple Users GroupEvery Friday, 10am-12pm, The StudioThe purpose of the group is to support and improve participants' use of Apple technology—iPhone, iPad, and Mac specifically. Participants can bring questions or issues they have with using Apple devices.

First Friday PC Help Session1st Friday of Each Month 10:30am-12pm, Danfoss RoomLearn and share tips and ideas for using personal computers (PCs) with Microsoft Windows. Participants can bring questions or issues they have with using a Windows PC.

Girls Who CodeSee "Just for Teens" on page 7.

Monthly Book Discussions028: Real Reads2nd Thursday of Each Month 7pm, Board Room028 focuses on recently published, popular nonfiction on a variety of topics.December 13Valiant Ambition: George

Washington, Benedict Arnold, and the Fate of the American Revolution by Nathaniel Philbrick

January 10White Trash: The 400-Year Untold History of Class in

America by Nancy IsenbergFebruary 14The Gene: An Intimate History by Siddhartha

MukherjeeSupported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Books @ Noon4th Wednesday of Each Month at 12pm, The StudioShare what you've read recently—fiction or nonfiction—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.

COMING IN JANUARY: Great Books 2Looking for a new book group where you can discuss classic short stories and essays? You might like our newest group, which focuses on short works recommended by the Great Books Foundation. Call (515) 239-5646 ext. 4 to register or learn more.

Great BooksSunday, December 16 at 2pm, Board RoomSupported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Mystery Lovers Book Club1st Wednesday of Each Month at 12pm, The StudioMystery readers, come talk about books by a selected author. Dec. 5: Elizabeth GeorgeJan. 2: Lawrence SandersFeb. 6: C.S. Harris

Writing GroupsInkspots3rd Wednesday of Each Month 1:30-3pm, The StudioThis writers’ group 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.

Write in the Heart of Iowa1st and 3rd Saturday of Each Month 10am-12pm, The StudioWrite in the Heart of Iowa is a community critique group dedicated to helping writers reach their goals. This drop-in writing group is open to writers of all genres. Bring up to 5 pages (double-spaced) of your manuscript, bring a pen, and be ready to critique.

Teen Writers’ WorkshopSee "Just for Teens" on page 7.

Library Events

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1Black Lives Matter:

Fashion, Liberation, and the Fight for Freedom

Exhibit: Nov. 28 - Dec. 11, Lobby

Exploring Historic AmesExhibit Begins November 30

Ames History Center

Holiday Book Sale9am-6pm, Auditorium

Write in the Heart of Iowa10am-12pm, The Studio

Saturday Family Fun: Play with Me

10:30am, Storytime Room

Teen Advisory Group11am-12:30pm

Meet at Hobby Lobby

Conversations in Russian3pm, The Studio

Conversations in French4pm, The Studio

2Holiday Book Sale1-5pm, Auditorium

3Toddler Time

10am, Storytime Room

Conversations in English11:30am, Auditorium

Drop-In Crafts for TeensTeen Space Open Hours

4Toddler Time

1pm, Storytime Room

Baby Time1:30pm, Storytime Room


Black Lives Matter: Fashion, Liberation, and

the Fight for FreedomReception at 6pm, Lobby

Presentation at 7pm, Auditorium

Conversations in Spanish7-8:30pm, The Studio

5Toddler Time


Family Storytime10:30am, Storytime Room

Maker Morning11am-12pm

Youth Makerspace

Baby Time11:05am, Storytime Room

Mystery Lovers Book Club12pm, The Studio


Girls Who Code6-8pm, Danfoss Room

6The Mothering Circle

9:30am, Teen Space

STEM for Homeschoolers10am, Auditorium



Youth Makerspace


Crafts with Santa3:30-4:30pm, Auditorium

Baby Time6pm, Storytime Room

Conversations in ASL6:30-8pm, Danfoss Room

Milk & Book-ies6:30pm, Storytime Room

7Apple Users Group

10am-12pm, The Studio

Toddler Time10am, Storytime Room

First Friday PC Help Session

10:30am-12pm Danfoss Room



Youth Makerspace


8Crochet & Knitting Group

10am-12pm, PEO Room

Saturday Family Fun: Sing & Dance with Me


Flutes & More2-4pm, Auditorium

Tween Roleplaying Club2-4pm, Danfoss Room



9Teen Writers’ Workshop

2-4pm, Board Room

Art History Club2-4pm, Danfoss Room

10Toddler Time


Conversations in English11:30am, Auditorium


Conversations in German7pm, The Studio

11Toddler Time

1pm, Storytime Room

Baby Time1:30pm, Storytime Room


Reel Connections on the Environment: The Light

Bulb Conspiracy6:30pm, Auditorium


12Toddler Time




Youth Makerspace

Baby Time11:05am, Storytime Room



13Family Storytime



Youth Makerspace


Ames Public Library Friends Foundation4pm, Danfoss Room

Baby Time6pm, Storytime Room

Milk & Book-ies6:30pm, Storytime Room

028: Real Reads7pm, Board Room

14Apple Users Group


Toddler Time10am, Storytime Room



Youth Makerspace


15Write in the Heart of Iowa


Saturday Family Fun: Christmas Storytime

Special10:30am, Storytime Room

Teen Advisory Group11am-12:30pm, Board Room

Ukulele-Banjo Holiday Sing-Along

2-4pm, Auditorium



16Great Books∏ 2pm, Board Room

Christmas Carol Sing2-4pm, Auditorium

17Conversations in English

11:30am, Auditorium


Best Start Breastfeeding Class 6-7:30pm, Rotary Room

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

18Drop-In Crafts for Teens

Teen Space Open Hours


19Inkspots

1:30-3pm, The Studio



20The Mothering Circle

9:30am, Teen Space


Board of Trustees7pm, Board Room

21Apple Users Group



22Crochet & Knitting Group

10am-12pm, PEO Room

Play Games Ames2-5pm, Auditorium



23 24Library

CLOSEDBookmobile Closed through January 4

25Library

CLOSED

26Winter Reading

Challenge Begins

Books @ Noon12pm, The Studio

Escape Room: Christmas Candy Capers

2-4pm, Youth Services

27Recognition Wall

Reception2-3:30pm, Auditorium

Escape Room: Christmas Candy Capers

6-8pm, Youth Services

28Apple Users Group


Escape Room: Christmas Candy Capers10am-12pm, Youth Services

29Conversations in Russian

3pm, The Studio


30Teen Self-Defense Class

3pm, Auditorium

31Conversations in English

11:30am, Auditorium

Library Closes at 5pm

If you are a person with a disability who requires special assistance, please call (515) 239-5646 in advance of a program. Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome program proposals via our website at bit.ly/APLprogram.

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Storytimes & Morethrough December 15

Baby TimeTuesdays at 1:30pm Wednesdays at 11:05am Thursdays at 6pm Storytime RoomBring your prewalker for books, songs, baby sign language, and more.

Toddler TimeMondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays

10am, Storytime RoomTuesdays

1pm, Storytime Room Join us for 20-25 minutes of music, books, and early literacy activities.

Family StorytimeWednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays

10:30am, Storytime RoomChildren of all ages are invited to this interactive program to build listening, language, and literacy skills.

Maker MorningWednesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays

11am-12pm, Youth MakerspaceDrop in to create a different craft each week based on the same theme as Family Storytime!Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Milk & Book-iesThursdays

6:30pm, Storytime RoomStop in for 30+ minutes of fun STEAM activities along with milk and cookies.Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Saturday Family FunSaturdays at 10:30am, Storytime RoomJoin us for special events to boost different early literacy skills and have fun!

December 1: Play with MeDecember 8: Sing & Dance with MeDecember 15:

Christmas Storytime Special

Science Technology Engineering Math for Homeschoolers

1st Thursday of Each Month, 10am, AuditoriumAmes Public Library’s monthly events for Homeschoolers focus on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math). Activities are geared toward K-5 students but all ages are welcome to join us. The theme for Thursday, December 6, will be "Electricity: Exploring Circuits."Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and ISU Extension & Outreach.

Tween Roleplaying Club2nd Saturday

of Each Month 2-4pm, Danfoss Room2nd-6th graders are invited

to play a tween-friendly version of Dungeons and

Dragons at the Library.

Families are invited to make festive holiday crafts and tree decorations. Take your creations home or hang some on the Library's tree. Santa will be there, too!Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Thursday, December 6 3:30-4:30pm, Auditorium

Escape Room: Christmas Candy CapersTeam up and work cooperatively to solve Christmas-themed puzzles to find the missing goodies. See website for details.Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

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FamilyFriendly

Meetups for All AgesCrochet & Knitting Group2nd & 4th Saturdays of Each Month 10am-12pm, PEO RoomAll ages are invited to hang out and knit or crochet. Bring your own materials.

Play Games Ames4th Saturday of Each Month 2-5pm, AuditoriumPlay Games Ames is a fun and social environment to interact through friendly competition. All ages are welcome to play, chat, or watch. Experienced board gamers will be on hand to teach you how to play a variety of games.Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Play Games Ames.

Parents & Parents-To-BeBest Start Breastfeeding & Next Step Pumping Class3rd Monday of Each Month, Rotary Room Breastfeeding: 6-7:30pm Pumping: 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 Ames Public Library, Mid-Iowa Community Action (MICA), and Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

The Mothering Circle1st and 3rd Thursday of Each Month 9:30am, 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 find compassionate support and inspiration.

Just for TeensDrop-In Crafts for TeensMonday-Friday in the Teen Space During Teen Space Open Hours Through December 21Stop by and craft something you can take with you. Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Girls Who CodeWednesdays through December 19 6-8pm, Danfoss RoomTeens are invited to a coding club geared for girls. Join us to explore coding and technology in a fun, no pressure, friendly environment. All skill levels are welcome - beginner to advanced! (Bring your own laptop or use one of ours.) Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library, Ames High School Girls Who Code, Deloitte, Infosys Foundation USA, Prudential, and Workiva.

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)Saturday, December 1, Meet at Hobby Lobby Saturday, December 15, Board Room 11am-12:30pmHelp plan exciting library events for teens, share what you’re reading, and make new friends. There’s free pizza, too!Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

Teen Writers’ Workshop2nd Sunday of Each Month 2-4pm, Board Room6th-12th graders, join author David Zimmerman for writing exercises designed to finesse your creative writing skills. Provided in partnership with Ames Public Library and Iowa State University's Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing and Environment.

Teen Self-Defense ClassSunday, December 30 3pm, Auditorium6th-12th graders are invited to a special class to learn about self-defense. Hear some tips for staying safe and learn techniques for defending yourself from an attacker.

Winter Reading ChallengeDecember 26 - February 28All ages are invited to pick up a reading challenge sheet from the Library or Bookmobile or sign up online at www.amespubliclibrary.org and read your way to a free prize.Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.

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Ames Public Library Friends Foundation.Help support Page One and other Library services and programs by

donating online at www.aplff.org or mailing your check to P.O. Box 1832, Ames, IA 50010.

To view Page One online or to sign up to receive the Page One e-mail newsletter, visit www.amespubliclibrary.org.

If you are a person with a disability who requires special assistance, please call (515) 239-5646 in advance of a program.

Ames Public Library connects you to the world of ideas through diverse and inclusive resources and programs. We welcome program proposals via our website at bit.ly/APLprogram.

The Ames Public Library Friends Foundation would like to thank the

following sponsors for their support:

BECAUSE OF YOU

The BookmobileCheck out Library materials for all ages at any of the Bookmobile's weekly stops.

The Bookmobile will be closed December 24 - January 4.

MONDAY

Sawyer School, 5-8pm (4316 Ontario)

TUESDAY

St. Cecilia School, 3-4pm (Hoover Avenue & 30th Street)

WEDNESDAY

Edwards School, 1:45-2:45pm (820 Miller Avenue)

Ames Middle School, 3-4pm (3915 Mortensen Road)

Fareway on Stange, 5-8pm (Stange & Bloomington)

THURSDAY

ISU Campus, 11am-1pm (Near Bessey Hall)

Mitchell School, 3-4pm (3521 Jewel Drive)

Ames Christian School, 4:30-6pm (925 South 16th Street)

Bookmobile Artwork © Derek Anderson

Coming in January

Yule BallSaturday, January 19

6:30-8pm: All Ages 8-9:30pm: Teens-Only

Wizards and muggles of all ages are invited to enjoy music, dancing, snacks, and activities with a

Harry Potter theme. Costumes are encouraged.There will be a costume contest at 7:30pm.

Music provided by DNA Music Entertainment.Supported by the Ames Public Library Friends Foundation Teen Advisory Group.

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