Expand your basic Kumihimo skills, by incorporating beads into your work. Using two types of fiber and seed beads, you will create a unique bracelet while learning Kumihimo beading skills.
Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in Spanish. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language.
Enjoy creative learning through the art making process using a variety of sensory materials, traditional and nontraditional supplies. 3 - 5 years with an adult partner.
Families with toddlers are invited for a storytime at the Ames Public Library. Enjoy 30 minutes filled with music, stories, and fun! Mondays and Wednesdays are the same presentation.
Bring your pre-walker to the Library for stories, songs, and baby sign language. Join with other caregivers and older siblings for 20 minutes of fun and learning. Feel free to bring a stuffed animal or doll for the older sibling to learn along with you. Babies and caregivers are welcome to stay and play after the event!
Mystery readers, come talk about books by a selected author or on a theme.
The Farm House Museum, the oldest building on the campus of Iowa State University, is now decked for the holidays with the opening of its latest exhibition, Yuletide: Glad Tidings. The exhibition will continue through December 18, 2025.
Discover the bold and expressive art of printmaking using linoleum blocks. Beginners Ages 18+
Don't miss Grandma Mojo's - Iowa State's premier improv comedy troupe - every other Wednesday at the M-Shop for a night filled with hijinks and hilarity, all for only $1 at the door!
Join us for a monthly book discussion just for families that are homeschooling! This year we have selected a wide variety of books that mirror our world. Families are invited to read the book of the month (together or independently), then come to the Library for a discussion and related activities. This event and books are geared for school-age kids or middle-grade reading level, but all ages are welcome to attend. Teen Space