Library Events

Sat, May 4 2024, 1 - 5pm
The Friends of the Ames Free Library is a nonprofit organization integral to promoting and supporting Library activities and programs, and purchases…
Audience: Adults
Mon, May 6 2024, 10:30 - 11:30am
Qigong is an ancient Chinese health care system benefiting the body and mind, similar to Tai Chi. It integrates slow movements, breathing techniques…
Audience: Community
Mon, May 6 2024, 10:30 - 11:30am
This is a six-week Kindergarten Readiness Literacy Playgroup offered through Self Help Inc. (Coordinated Family and Community Engagement, CFCE). It…
Audience: Kids
Mon, May 6 2024, 4 - 5:30pm
Make an appointment with local podcaster Christine Santos to learn how to create your own podcast using our equipment at Queset House! You can enjoy…
Audience: Adults
Mon, May 6 2024, 4 - 5pm
Learn how to use Queset House's sewing machine with local expert Martha Testa! Enjoy a free one-on-one lesson, or bring a small group of your…
Audience: Adults, Kids, Teens
Mon, May 6 2024, 6:30 - 8pm
The Friends of the Ames Free Library are a nonprofit organization integral to promoting and supporting the library. Donations raised by the Friends…
Audience: Community
Tue, May 7 2024, 10:15 - 11:30am
Join the Easton community at the Ames Free Library for a social hour every Tuesday morning from 10:15 - 11:30. All are welcome; we invite retirees,…
Audience: Adults, Kids, Teens
Tue, May 7 2024, 10:30 - 11am
Best for mobile toddlers, Wiggleworms storytime features songs, rhymes, and a story or two to keep little ones engaged. This program meets every…
Audience: Kids, Storytime
Tue, May 7 2024, 5:30 - 7:30pm
Teens (13-18), do you want to learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons? Do you want to make new friends and have lots of fun? Well, join Dungeon…
Audience: Teens
Tue, May 7 2024, 6:30 - 7:30pm
Have a messy garage, drawer, closet, or basement that you just can't seem to get under control? Learn the basics of organizing and overcome the…
Audience: Adults, Special
Wed, May 8 2024, 10:30 - 11am
Best for infants and prewalkers, Babytime is storytime for littles - and their grownups! This session is full of songs, rhymes, and lap games - and…
Audience: Kids, Storytime
Wed, May 8 2024, 10:30 - 11:30am
Qigong is an ancient Chinese health care system benefiting the body and mind, similar to Tai Chi. It integrates slow movements, breathing techniques…
Audience: Community
Wed, May 8 2024, 1:30 - 2:30pm
Find your next great read and some lively conversation with the Ames Free Library Book Club! Copies of each selection are available at the…
Audience: Book Discussion
Wed, May 8 2024, 4 - 4:45pm
Children ages 8 and above (who are prepared for slightly spooky content) are invited to attend our Cryptid of the Month Club! At each meeting, we'll…
Audience: Kids
Thu, May 9 2024, 10:30 - 11am
Family Storytime is perfect for preschoolers but fun for the whole family! Learn (or relearn!) favorite songs & rhymes and enjoy a few stories…
Audience: Kids, Storytime
Thu, May 9 2024, 3:30 - 4:30pm
Are you between the ages of 12 and 18? Looking to have a say in what happens at your public library? Hoping to earn some community service or…
Audience: Teens
Thu, May 9 2024, 6 - 7pm
Read the true side of the story with some truly great people - new members are always welcome! Copies of each selection are available at the…
Audience: Adults, Book Discussion
Fri, May 10 2024, 11am - 12pm
Have you always wanted to research your family tree? Did you have your DNA tested and want help understanding the results or how to use the DNA…
Audience: Adults
Fri, May 10 2024, 3 - 4pm
Do you have a photo or design project you’re working on, but need a little help figuring out an Adobe program feature that you need to achieve your…
Audience: Adults
Sat, May 11 2024, 10:30 - 11:30am
Puqi Luo, a student at Oliver Ames High School, is once again offering tutoring services in math through Algebra II for students in grades 5-9.  …
Audience: Kids, Teens