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December 2015

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Holiday Book SaleSaturday, December 5, 9am-6pmSunday, December 6, 1-5pmFarwell T. Brown AuditoriumStop by Ames Public Library for great deals on books, including gently-used fi ction, children’s books, gift books, and more. Shop for gifts or for yourself! Select books will be ½ price on Sunday. Free giftwrapping is available.

Literary Grounds BookstoreTh ere's always a great selection of gently-used books for sale at Literary Grounds! See what's new on the displays in the lobby, then step inside the store for more. Shop for the book lovers in your life, or for yourself.Proceeds from Literary Grounds and book sales are used to enhance Ames Public Library's collections, programs, and services.

Workforce Readiness TrainingTuesdays, December 1, 8, & 1510am-12pm & 1-3pm, PEO RoomJoin us for a new free series on job fi nding skills. We'll have lecture in the morning and regroup after lunch for hands-on resume help. All workshops will be facilitated by a trained workforce development professional. You can guarantee your spot in a specifi c class by preregistering at the Library’s Adult Services Desk or by calling (515) 239-5646 ext. 4.Morning Presentation Topics:December 1: Resume BasicsDecember 8: Online ApplicationsDecember 15: InterviewingSponsored by IowaWORKS Central Iowa and APL.

Ames Art CinemaWednesdays, December 2 & 96pm, AuditoriumCome see some great fi lms that never made it to Ames theaters.6pm: Bring your own snack/meal. Coff ee and tea provided. 6:30pm: Film begins.Discussion will follow.Dec. 2: Dirty Pretty Th ingsDec. 9: Monsoon Wedding

Computer BasicsMondays at 6:30pm, Danfoss RoomDrop into any of our computer classes! Classes are one and a half hours long with optional advanced topics afterwards. Computers are provided for all classes. You can guarantee your spot in a specifi c class by preregistering at the Library’s Adult Services Desk or by calling (515) 239-5646 and pressing 4.December 7: Intro. to ComputersDecember 14: Intro. to Web BrowsersDecember 21: Intro. to Computer FilesDecember 28: Intro. to E-mail

Inspired Performances: Sean Huston & Chris FordTh ursday, December 107pm, AuditoriumEach month, join us for an evening of inspired music. Local musicians will perform and share the musicians that inspired them. Th is month's musicians are Sean Huston with music inspired by Tracy Chapman and Chris Ford with music inspired by Bob Dylan.

Heart of Iowa Senior Band Christmas ConcertSunday, December 133pm, AuditoriumGet into the holiday spirit with a free concert featuring Christmas music performed by the Heart of Iowa Senior Band.

Genealogy PlusWednesday, December 1610am, AuditoriumJoin us for a monthly presentation on a genealogy topic. This month's topic is "Holidays, History and Help Session!"Enjoy traditional holiday treats and share traditions. Bring your computer (or use a library computer) and enjoy a little research time, with help from our researchers, while you listen to holiday tunes…even the chipmunks!Sponsored by the Story County Genealogical Society and APL.

Winter Reading ProgramBegins December 26Adults, teens, and children are invited to visit www.amespubliclibrary.org or stop by the Library to sign up for the "Fit In Some Reading" incentive program beginning Saturday, December 26.

Bookmobile Schedule

The Bookmobile will be

CLOSEDDecember 21 - January 1.

MONDAYTrinity Christian Reformed Church, 5-8pm

(3626 Ontario)

TUESDAYSt. Cecilia School, 2:00-4:00pm

(Hoover & 30th Street)Old Orchard Laundromat, 5:00-6:15pm

(Mulberry Drive)Mitchell School, 6:45-8:00pm

(3521 Jewel Drive)

WEDNESDAYEdwards School, 1:45-3:30pm

(820 Miller Avenue)Fareway on Stange, 5:00-8:00pm

(Stange & Bloomington)

Regular MeetupsConversations in EnglishMondays at 11am in the AuditoriumCome and join other native and non-native English speakers to practice conversational English in a comfortable, relaxed setting!

Crochet & Knitting GroupSaturdays, December 12 & 2611am, Th e StudioAll ages are invited to crochet and knit at the Library. All skill levels are welcome, from beginner to expert. Bring your supplies/projects if you have them.

InkspotsWednesday, December 161:30-3pm, Th e StudioInkspots is a writers’ group that 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.

Teen Advisory Group (TAG)Th urs., Dec. 3, 5:30pm, Teen SpaceSat., Dec. 19, 11am-1pm, PEO RoomHelp plan exciting library events for teens, share what you’re reading, and make new friends. Th ere’s free pizza, too!

Teen Strategy Game AssociationSaturday, December 51-4pm, PEO RoomTeens in grades 6 through 12 are invited to a new club for board gamers. Th is month's featured game will be 7 Wonders, but there will be lots of other games available.

Teen Roleplaying Game AssociationSaturday, December 121-5pm, Danfoss RoomTeens in grades 6 through 12 are invited to the Teen Roleplaying Game Association, a group dedicated to a wide exploration of games, including Dungeons and Dragons, Star Wars: Age of Rebellion, Pathfi nder, and Magic: Th e Gathering.

Teen Writers’ WorkshopSunday, December 132-4pm, Board Room6th-12th graders are invited to join author David Zimmerman for writing exercises to fi nesse your creative writing skills.

Holiday Craftathon for TeensSaturday, December 192pm, Teen Space

Teens are invited to come to the Library and make Star Wars, Doctor Who, and Adventure Time magnets, keychains, and ornaments to give to your friends and family—or to keep for yourself!

Events for TeensBook DiscussionsMystery Lovers Book ClubWednesday, Dec. 212pm, Th e StudioMystery lovers are invited to the Mystery Lovers Book Club on the fi rst Wednesday of each month to talk about books by a selected author. Th is month, we’ll discuss books by Dennis Lehane.(Next month’s author will be Ellis Peters.)

Let's Talk About It: Memory & MortalityTuesday, Dec. 15 at 7pm, Board RoomTh is winter's Let's Talk About It book discussion series focuses on memory and mortality. Th is month, we'll discuss H is for Hawk by Helen Macdonald. To sign up for this series, visit the Library’s Adult Services Desk or call (515) 239-5646 ext. 4.

Books at NoonWednesday, Dec. 1612pm, Th e StudioDrop in to share what you’ve read recently—fi ction or nonfi ction—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.

Great BooksSunday, Dec. 20 at 2pm, Board RoomTh e Great Books group discusses literary classics. To sign up for this series, visit the Library’s Adult Services Desk or call (515) 239-5646 ext. 4.

ElfWed., Dec. 16 at 4pm, Teen Space(2003, 97 min., MPAA Rating PG)

Guardians of the GalaxyWed., Dec. 23 at 3:30pm, Teen Space(2014, 121 min., MPAA Rating PG-13)

Avengers Age of Ultron Wed., Dec. 30, 3:30pm, Teen Space(2015, 141 min., MPAA Rating PG-13)

Teen Movies

Baby TimeTuesdays at 1:30pmWednesdays at 11:05amTh ursdays at 6pmStorytime Room Bring your prewalker for books, songs, baby sign language, and more.

Toddler TimeMondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays

at 10amTuesdays at 1pmStorytime Room Join Dewey Bear and library staff for 20-25 minutes of music, books, and interactive early literacy activities for toddlers and preschool-aged children accompanied by an adult.

Family StorytimeWednesdays and Fridays10:30am, Storytime RoomFamilies with children of all ages are invited to this interactive program to build listening, language, and literacy skills through music, movement, and more.

Milk & Book-iesTh ursdays at 6:30pmStorytime Room Stop in for 30+ minutes of fun that includes milk and cookies. We’ll have music, books, rhythm instruments, STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) activities, and more, all to enhance your child’s literacy skills.

La Hora del Cuento(Spanish Storytime)Saturdays, December 12 & 2610am, Storytime RoomHablantes nativos de español compartirán cuentos y actividades en español.Native Spanish speakers will share stories and activities in Spanish.

Chinese StorytimeSaturday, December 1910am, Storytime RoomCome to the Library for a free storytime presented in Chinese!

Saturday Family FunSaturdays at 10:30am*, Storytime RoomJoin us for special events to boost diff erent early literacy skills and have fun!December 5: Play with Me

December 12:*10-11:30amWinter HolidaysTh is week's Saturday Family Fun will feature winter holiday stories and crafts.

December 19: Sing and Dance with MeDecember 26: Talk and Write with Me

And MoreSocial Studies for HomeschoolWednesday, December 210am-12pm, AuditoriumCooperatively Homeschooling in Ames is teaming up with the Ames Public Library to present a social studies themed event the fi rst Wednesday of each month. Th is family event is geared towards elementary through middle school aged children, but all ages are welcome. Parents are encouraged to stay with their children throughout the event. Th is month's topic will be Christmas Traditions Around the World.

The Mothering CircleTh ursdays, December 3 & 1710am, Teen SpaceNew mothers and your babies, birth to age 1, come share the story of your parenting journey and receive support, guidance, and inspiration.

LEGO® LeagueSaturdays, 4-6pm, Rotary Room1st-5th graders are invited to join a team, build and program LEGO® robots, and tackle some real-world issues as you compete against other teams.

For more information, visit us online at www.amespubliclibrary.org.

StorytimesWinter Reading ProgramBegins December 26All ages are invited to visit www.amespubliclibrary.org or stop by the Library to sign up for the "Fit In Some Reading" incentive program

beginning Saturday, December 26.

Hour of CodeTh ursday, December 103:30-5pm, Youth Maker SpaceLearn the basics of computer programming with this hour-long, self-guided, game-style tutorial featuring Star Wars, Minecraft, Frozen’s Anna and Elsa, Angry Birds, and more! Th is event is best for anyone between the ages of 8 and 108. You're welcome to use one of the Library's laptop computers or tablets or bring your own.Th e Hour of Code is organized by Code.org.

Winter Holiday Crafts with SantaTh ursday, December 173:30-5pm, AuditoriumDrop in and make your own gifts and decorations, from dreidels to ornaments and everything in between. Santa Claus will be here, too!

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Saturday Family Fun: Winter Holidays

10-11:30amStorytime Room

Crochet & Knitting Group11am, Th e Studio

Teen Roleplaying Game Association

1-5pm, Danfoss RoomLEGO® League

4-6pm, Rotary Room

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

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La Hora del Cuento10am, Storytime RoomSaturday Family Fun10:30am, Storytime Rm.

Crochet & Knitting Group11am, Th e StudioLEGO® League

4-6pm, Rotary Room

Workforce Readiness Training10am-12pm & 1-3pm

PEO RoomToddler Time

1pm, Storytime RoomBaby Time

1:30pmStorytime Room

Social Studies for Homeschool

10am-12pm, AuditoriumToddler Time

10am, Storytime RoomFamily Storytime

10:30am, Storytime Rm.Baby Time

11:05am, Storytime Rm.Mystery Lovers

Book Club12pm, Th e Studio

Ames Art Cinema:Dirty Pretty Things

6pm, Auditorium

Hour of Code3:30-5pm

Youth Maker SpaceAmes Public Library Friends Foundation4pm, Danfoss Room

Baby Time6pm, Storytime RoomMilk and Book-ies

6:30pm, Storytime Rm.Inspired

Performances 7pm, Auditorium

Chinese Storytime10am, Storytime Rm.

Saturday Family Fun10:30am

Storytime RoomTeen Advisory Group

11am-1pmPEO Room

Holiday Craftathon for Teens

2pm, Teen SpaceLEGO® League

4-6pm, Rotary Room





The Mothering Circle10am, Teen SpaceWinter Holiday

Crafts with Santa3:30-5pm, Auditorium

Baby Time6pm, Storytime RoomMilk and Book-ies

6:30pm, Storytime Rm.Board of Trustees7pm, Board Room

Toddler TimeFamily Storytime

Baby TimeSee Above

Ames Art Cinema: Monsoon Wedding

6pm, Auditorium

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Toddler Time10am, Storytime Room

Conversations in English

11am, AuditoriumComputer Basics

6:30pm, Danfoss Room






Family Storytime10:30am

Storytime Room

Genealogy Plus10am, Auditorium


Baby TimeSee Above

Books @ Noon12pm, Th e Studio

Inkspots1:30pm, Th e Studio

Teen Movie: Elf4pm, Teen Space









Let's Talk About It7pm, Board Room

Library and BookmobileCLOSED

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10am, Teen SpaceTeen Advisory Group

5:30pm, Teen SpaceBaby Time

6pm, Storytime RoomMilk and Book-ies

6:30pm, Storytime Rm.

Holiday Book Sale1-5pm, Auditorium



Storytime Room



Storytime Room

Library and BookmobileCLOSED

Holiday Book Sale9am-6pm, AuditoriumSaturday Family Fun

10:30amStorytime RoomTeen Strategy

Game Association1-4pm, PEO Room

LEGO® League4-6pm, Rotary Room

Teen Writers’ Workshop

2-4pm, Board RoomHeart of IowaSenior Band

Christmas Concert3pm, Auditorium

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Bookmobile CLOSED through January 1





Toddler Time1pm, Storytime Room

Baby Time1:30pm

Storytime Room


Baby TimeSee Above

Teen Movie: Guardians of

the Galaxy3:30pm, Teen Space

Forget Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

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CLOSES at 5pmToddler Time




Baby TimeSee Above

Teen Movie: Avengers Age of Ultron

3:30pm, Teen Space

Great Books2pm, Board Room

Winter Reading Program Begins December 26

Visit www.amespubliclibrary.org or stop by the Library to sign up

for the reading incentive program.

Find out how you can give to your library—and your community—at www.aplff.org.

Celebrate

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