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Urbandale Library News & EventsAugust 2016
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Greyson Gray Camp Legend (Age 11-12) Thursday, August 4th at 7:00 PM Whether you’re a reluctant reader or a voracious reader, you won’t want to put this book down! Kids age 11 and 12 can pick up their free copy of the book, Greyson Gray Camp Legend, while supplies last. Read the story about a boy who risks everything to stand up to terrorists. Then come to the Library to be entertained by the wit and insight of Iowa author B.C. Tweedt. Harry Potter Party (Age 10-12) Friday, August 12th from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM Tweens, age 10 to 12 years, can celebrate the release of the latest Harry Potter book. Enjoy a Hogwart-worthy good time as you’re challenged to make your way through a maze, retrieve a golden egg and play reverse tag, after hours at the Library. Snacks, crafts and games are all provided. Space is limited. Please register by calling 515-278-3945. Touch-A-Truck (All Ages) Friday, August 19th from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM in the library parking lot Kids of all ages can check out and sit inside a variety of big vehicles. ZAP Laser Tag (Age 10-17) Friday, August 19th from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM Kids age 10 to 17 years can play laser tag after hours in the Library. Participants will alternate playing laser tag with playing computer and console video games. Space is limited, registration is required. Parents must sign a release from liability form, prior to the program. Please register by calling 515-278-3945. NEW! Spanish Story Time with Selina (Age 2 & up) Saturday, August 20th at 10:30 AM Families with kids age 2 years and up can join Selena Hamilton for thirty minutes of stories, songs and activities in Spanish. |
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Iowa Icons - Herbert and Lou Hoover Thursday, August 4th at 6:30 PM in Meeting Room A This month’s program will feature Herbert and Lou Henry Hoover. Learn all about Herbert Hoover, his wife Lou Henry, their humanitarian work, and Bert’s time as the 31st President of the United States. Presented by the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library. Movie Night Thursday, August 25th at 6:00 PM in the ICN Classroom Adult Movie Night meets the 4th Thursday of each month in the ICN Classroom at 6:00 pm. This month we’ll be showing Race (PG-13/134 min.), a 2016 drama based on Jesse Owens’ quest to become the greatest track and field athlete in history at the 1936 Olympics, where he faces off against Adolf Hitler’s vision of supremacy. Recommended for ages 17 & up. Active Adults Thursdays from 9:30 to 11:30 AM in the ICN Classroom Adult drop-in program - We'll provide crafts, puzzles, coloring supplies, and more - all you have to do is show up and choose your activity! Friday FlicksFridays at 1:00 PM in the ICN Classroom (NEW TIME!) Enjoy our back to school themed movie line-up this month! - August 5 - Stand and Deliver (PG/105 min.)
- August 12 - Good Will Hunting (R/127 min.)
- August 19 - Dead Poet’s Society (PG/128 min.)
- August 26 - Akeelah and Bee (PG/112 min.)
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Teen Book Club (TBC) Monday, August 8th at 6:30 PM in the Conference Room Teens ages 13 and up are invited to join the TBC for snacks and discussion. TBC meets the second Monday of every month. Participants receive a free copy of Wither by Lauren DeStefano. Teens can also participate in the book discussions through Edmodo. Questions? Email Kschnoebelen@urbandale.org.
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Chess Club Wednesdays (August 3, 10, & 17) from 4:00 to 5:00 PM Kids age 8 and up can get some hands-on, chess experience. Whether you’re a newbie, an intermediate or a seasoned player, drop by the Library to share your interest in the game of chess. Minecraft Mania Mondays (August 1, 8, & 15) from 4:00 to 5:30 pm Kids age 8 to 12 years are encouraged to test their Minecraft skills on the Youth Services computers and with console games. No registration.
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- No regular story times August 15th through the 26th - Book Babies Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays at 9:30 AM An introduction to literacy for children age 12 – 24 months with an adult. Participate in simple stories, activities and songs. Programs last approximately 20 minutes. No registration. Toddler TimeMondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays at 10:00 AM Toddler Time is for two year old children with an adult. The twenty minute session is filled with stories, music and movement. No registration. Evening Family Story Time Tuesday evenings at 7:00 PM Youngsters age two and up may come in their pajamas, if you like, for stories and fun. No registration. Family Story Time Wednesdays and Thursdays at 9:30 AM and 10:15 AM Features stories, songs, and activities and is open to youngsters ages 2 and up. Sessions last about 30 minutes. No registration.
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