Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in Chinese. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language.
Staff from Optimae Life Services will be available in the Library to connect visitors with resources for mental health, home health, and community integration services.
Come play chess! Whether you are just a beginner or already an expert, all kids in grades 1-5 are welcome to come have fun. Drop in and learn how to play or make new friends with other chess lovers.
Join fellow international residents on the third Tuesday of each month for fun activities and culture-sharing.
Gather (in person or online) for casual conversations in German. Chat in your native language or get comfortable speaking in another language.
Check out this book group for fresh insights and lively discussion about topics relating to society, identity, and culture. Book selections include fiction and non-fiction from a wide variety of perspectives and marginalized identities.
Caring for someone with dementia can bring challenging moments. Join others who understand the journey and share your experiences, and leave with practical, confidence-building tools you can use right away.
Calling all school-aged Poké-Kids! Come learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game and use a Library-supplied deck to battle other players. You can bring your decks to talk and strategize with other players, but card trading will not be allowed.
Join gardeners and nature enthusiasts for deep discussion of books in connection with the Ames Seed Library.
Staff from Heartland of Story County will be available in the Library to connect Story County residents who are 60+ and their caregivers with programs and services. Visitors may apply for Heartland programs, explore ways to stay active and independent, find low income assistance, and learn about other resources.