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Lucid Dreaming
Author Reading
May • 2009
Curious Conversations: Lucid Dreamers
Mary Swander
Converse with Dream Figures
Saturday, May 16
Monday, May 4
4pm, Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
7pm, FTB Auditorium
Enjoy an afternoon with local author
Robert Waggoner,
Mary Swander. Swander will read from her
author of Lucid Dreaming:
newest book, The Girls on the Roof. This
Gateway to the Inner Self,
long narrative poem about a mother and
will discuss lucid dreaming,
daughter stuck on top of the roof of Crazy
or the ability to become
Eddy’s Café on the banks of the Mississippi
consciously aware in the dream state.
River for three days during the 1993 flood.
Reel Connections Roundup: True Grit
Film Movement: Be With Me
Wed, May 13 at 7pm, FTB Auditorium
Wed, May 20 at 7pm, FTB Auditorium
Mosey on in to the Library for a free
“Reel Connections: Film Movement”
showing of True Grit starring John Wayne,
continues with Be With Me, a tapestry of
Kim Darby, and Glen Campbell.
stories woven around the
themes of love, hope, and
Global Cinema:
destiny. The characters
A Song for Daniel (by Jason DaSilva) and
lead separate lives but are
9 Star Hotel (by Ido Haar)
bound by one common
Mon, May 18 at 7pm, FTB Auditorium
desire—to be with their
Join us for a free showing of two films
loved one.
in collaboration with P.O.V., PBS’ award-
Free Comic Book Day
winning nonfiction film series. A Song
Other Voices / Other Views:
Saturday, May 2
for Daniel compares a routine day of two
Rick Steve’s Iran Yesterday and Today
Stop by the Library’s Information Desk
boys—one living in Baghdad and the other
Wed, May 27 at 7pm, FTB Auditorium
or Youth Desk for a free comic book!
born and raised in New York City. 9 Star
Watch Rick Steve’s Iran Yesterday and
Free Comic Book Day at Ames Public Library is sponsored
by Mayhem Collectibles and Ames Public Library
Hotel follows a group of young Palestinians
Today on the big screen. In this ground-
who live and hide in the hills around the
breaking travel special, you’ll discover the
community they are helping to build in Israel.
Music Forum: Bach
splendid monuments of Iran’s rich past and
Sponsored by Iowa Resource for International Service (IRIS),
experience Iranian life today in its historic
Wednesday, May 6
the Ames Chapter of the United
capital and in a countryside village.
Nations Association, PBS/P.O.V.
7pm, Community Room
Sponsored by Alliance for Global Justice, Ames High
(www.pbs.org/pov), and APL
Progressive Club, and APL
The Ames International Orchestra
Festival Association
and Ames Public
Library invite you to a
Dixie Slicks
classical music forum
Sunday, May 31 at 2pm, Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
about Bach’s Goldberg
Join Ames Public Library for an afternoon of Dixieland jazz,
Variations, presented
blues, and swing music performed by the Dixie Slicks. You’ll
by ISU Orchestra
hear sentimental favorites, toe-tapping tunes, and great
Conductor Ruth Lin.
old-time music.
Sponsored by Ames International Orchestra Festival
Sponsored by the Friends of the Ames Public Library
Association and Ames Public Library (APL)
Readers Theater
Adult Summer Program
Sunday, May 17
Don’t let the kids have all the fun this summer. Adults are invited to rate their summer
2pm, Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
reads to earn chances at great prizes. The reading program starts June 1, 2009.
Members of Beyond Welfare will share
There will be plenty to do besides read at the Library. Watch for new movie showings
true stories of how relationships that cross
including musicals and comedies, author events, creative workshops, lectures, and more!
barriers change people’s lives.
Funded by a grant of Humanities Iowa with support from
Library sponsorship of a program does not constitute endorsement of the program’s content or the views expressed by the participants.
Beyond Welfare
If your organization is interested in co-sponsoring a program, please contact Mary Logsdon at 239-5633 or mlogsdon@amespubliclibrary.org.
WOW! Wild on Wednesdays
Weekly Storytimes (No Storytimes April 27-May 2 & May 18-June 20)
Art All Around
BabyTalk
Family Storytime
Wednesday, May 6
Tuesdays: 11:05am, Story Room
Tuesdays: 10:30am, 4pm, Story Room
2:45-3:45pm, FTB Auditorium
Wednesdays: 11:05am, Story Room
Wednesdays: 10:30am, 2:45pm, Story Room
First, second, and third graders are
Thursdays: 2pm, Story Room
Saturdays: 11am, Story Room
invited to enjoy a snack, listen to stories,
Bring your baby to the Library for this
This 30-minute program includes stories,
and create their own works of art.
20-minute program including action songs,
activities, and songs. Parents are welcome
This month we’ll make baskets.
stories, sign language, and more. This
to attend with their child.
program is for prewalkers (newborns to
Chattin’ with Cathy
around a year old) and their families.
Family Craft Storytime
Wednesday, May 13
Thursdays: 10am, 2, 7pm, FTB Auditorium
2:45-3:45pm, FTB Auditorium
Toddler Time
Fridays: 10am, FTB Auditorium
First, second, and third graders,
Tuesdays: 9:30, 10am, 1:30pm,
This weekly, half-hour storytime
come chat about books, enjoy snacks, and
Story Room
is followed by a related craft
participate in fun activities. This month we’ll
Wednesdays: 9:30, 10am,
activity. Families with children of
focus on Reader’s Theater.
Story Room
any age are encouraged to stay for
Thursdays: 6:30pm,
all
activities.
Super Science Fun
FTB Auditorium
• May 7 & 8: Parades & Parties!
Wednesday, May 20
Fridays: 9:30am, FTB Auditorium
• May 14 & 15: Mirror, Mirror on
2:45-3:45pm, FTB Auditorium
Join Dewey Bear and Youth Services
the
Wall
First, second, and third graders are
staff for 20 minutes of action rhymes,
invited to enjoy a snack and activities
songs, and books perfect for the 3-year-old
Chinese Storytime
related to science. This month we’ll explore
or younger child accompanied by an adult.
Sat, May 9: 10:15am, Story Room
color and light.
Chinese stories, music, and dance.
Russian Storytime
Just for Fun
Saturdays: 12pm, Story Room
German Storytime
Wednesday, May 27
All ages are invited to this half hour of
Sat, May 16: 10:15am, Story Room
2:45-3:45pm, FTB Auditorium
stories and music presented in Russian.
Stories and music in German.
First, second, and third graders, enjoy a
snack then learn about hobbies and things
High School Musical Movie Marathon
people do “just for fun.” This month is all
Saturday, May 9, 11am-5pm, Farwell T. Brown Auditorium
about gardening.
Come to the Library for a free High School Musical movie marathon!
The Bookmobile
See all three High School Musical movies on the big screen, enjoy some
free popcorn, and get a chance to win a door prize. Feel free to sing
along with your favorite songs!
Homeschool Program
Friday, May 15 at 10am, Community Room
Homeschoolers are invited to a special program all about books. We’ll talk about what
genres are and how you can use a website called NoveList to help you find books you
might like to read. Library staff will also share a few of their favorite old and new stories.
Your
Neighborhood Branch
Bookmobile Schedule
MONDAY
Sawyer School, 4:30 - 8:30pm
TUESDAY
Family Summer Program
St. Cecilia School, 1:30 - 4:00pm
This summer, paint a pathway to your library for a summer of reading and fun. The
Mitchell School, 6:00 - 8:00pm
summer reading program begins June 1, 2009. The Library and Bookmobile will also be
WEDNESDAY
offering a gallery of storytimes and activities this summer! We’ll celebrate the arts through
Edwards School, 1:30 - 4:00pm
theater, music, crafts, films, and more.
Old Orchard Laundromat, 5:30 - 8:00pm
THURSDAY
Summer Kick-Off with Dan Wardell
Gilbert Elementary School, 3:30 - 7:30pm
Tuesday, June 9 at 1:30pm or 2:30pm, Bandshell Park
FRIDAY
We’ll kick off the summer with a visit from Dan Wardell and his Reading Road Trip.
University Village Laundromat, 4:30 - 8:30pm
Come early to shop for some of your favorite Usborne books and help support your library!
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Page One is a monthly
Book Groups
Events for Teens
publication by the
Mystery Lovers Book Club
Teen Roleplaying Club
Friends of the Ames
Wednesday, May 6
Monday, May 4, 6-8:30pm, Founders Suite
Public Library
12pm, Community Room
Monday, May 11, 6-8:30pm, Community Room
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Mystery lovers are invited to this
Monday, May 18, 6-8:30pm, Community Room
book club to talk about books by a
Join the Teen Roleplaying Club and play some
selected author. This month, we’ll
Art Weeks, Director
Dungeons and Dragons at the Library! All supplies
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discuss books by J.A. Jance. The
are provided.
Lynne Carey,
author for the June meeting will be
Assistant Director
Minette Walters.
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Teen Anime & Manga Club
Jillian Ocken,
Wednesday, May 6, 4-5pm, Founders Suite
Community Relations
Chick Lit
Wednesday, May 20, 4-5pm, APL Zone
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Monday, May 18
Interested in anime or manga? Come and
Ames Public Library
7pm, Board Room
discuss your favorites and participate in activities.
515 Douglas Avenue
Join the Chick Lit Book Club
Ames, IA 50010-6215
amespubliclibrary.org
and talk about a blend of chick lit
Crochet and Knitting Group
and more serious literature. For
Saturday, May 9, 9:30-11am &
this month’s meeting, read House
Saturday, May 23, 11am-12:30pm
of Sand and Fog by Andre Dubus.
Friends Board:
Founders Suite
Michale Hansen, President
Tweens, teens, and adults are invited
Sally Lapan, Vice President
Books @ Noon
to crochet and knit with us. Everyone is welcome,
Fred Brown
Wednesday, May 20
from beginners to experts. Bring your project/
Greg Bruna
12pm, Founders Suite
Irene Mews
supplies if you have them.
Norma Sisson
Share what you’ve read recently and hear about
Joan Van Norman
what everyone else is reading.
Teen Advisory Group (TAG)
Frances Wilke
Saturday, May 16
11am-1pm, Community Room
Want to get involved? Join TAG and have your
say. Help plan library events for teens, share what
M
A ES
you are reading, and eat some free pizza!
Teen Summer Program
The Ames Public Library
Hey teens, summer prizes aren’t just for kids!
is a department of the City of Ames
Teen Meeting of the Minds
Teens can earn their own prizes for reading,
Saturday, May 16
Library Hours
coming to library events, or volunteering at the
239-5645
2-4pm, Atrium
Library. Just pick up a summer reading program
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Train your brain at a special
punchcard starting June 1.
Renewals/Fines
event at Ames Public Library.
We’ll also have plenty of fun free stuff to for you
239-5646
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to do all summer long. Here’s just a taste:
Information/Reference
Groovin’ Musicals
Youth volunteers
Services
Hey middle and high schoolers, are you looking
239-5656
Wednesdays, June 24-July 29 at 4pm
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for something fun to do this summer? Volunteer at
Storytelling Workshop
Meeting Rooms
the Library!
Monday, July 6, 3-5pm
239-5631
The APL-Y Volunteer Program is a great way
•
Duct Tape Creations
to meet new friends and make a difference. You’ll
Youth Services
Monday, June 29, 2-3pm
get the chance to adopt a shelf, help with teen and
239-5644
Transform Your T-Shirt
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family programs, and more.
Monday, July 20, 2-3pm
Project Smyles
APL-Y is open to all middle and high school
239-5641
Puppet Idol
students who are 11-18 years old.
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Tuesday, July 21, 2-4pm and
You won’t want to miss out on the fun, so sign up
Home Delivery
Tuesday, August 11, 2-4pm
Bookmobile
now! Space is limited. To sign up, pick up an
Rock Your Locker
239-5641
APL-Y packet at the Library or call Michael at
Wednesday, August 19, 12-2pm
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(515) 239-5663.
Administration
Visit www.amespubliclibrary.org for more
Watch for these special events and more on our
239-5630
information about volunteering at the Library.
website at www.amespubliclibrary.org.
Ames
Monday-Thursday 9 am - 9 pm
Summer reading
Public
Friday 9 am - 6 pm
programs for all ages
Library
Saturday 9 am - 6 pm
2009
May
Hours
Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm
begin June 1, 2009.
Book
SUNDAY
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
This summer, paint a pathway to your library 1
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Free Comic Book Day
for a summer of reading and fun. Visit us online at
9am-6pm
www.amespubliclibrary.org for more information.
Russian Storytime
12pm, Story Room
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Teen Roleplaying Club
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
Family Craft Storytime
Toddler Time
Crochet/Knit Group
6pm, Founders Suite
9:30, 10am, 1:30pm
9:30, 10am
10am, 2, 7pm
9:30am, Auditorium
9:30am, Founders
Lucid Dreaming
Story Room
Story Room
Auditorium
Family Craft Storytime
Suite
7pm, Auditorium
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
BabyTalk
10am, Auditorium
Chinese Storytime
Friends of the Ames
10:30am, 4pm
10:30am, 2:45pm
2pm, Story Room
10:15am, Story Room
Public Library Meeting
Story Room
Story Room
Toddler Time
Family Storytime
7pm, Board Room
BabyTalk
BabyTalk
6:30pm, Auditorium
11am, Story Room
11:05am, Story Room 11:05am, Story Room
Russian Storytime
Smart Investing:
Mystery Lovers
12pm, Story Room
Retiring
Book Club
High School Musical
7pm, Auditorium
12pm, Community Room
Movie Marathon
Art All Around
11am-5pm
2:45pm, Auditorium
Auditorium
Teen Anime/Manga
4pm, Founders Suite
Music Forum: Bach
7pm, Community Room
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Teen Roleplaying Club
Toddler Time
Toddler Time
Family Craft Storytime
Toddler Time
German Storytime
6pm, Community Room
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
BabyTalk
Family Craft Storytime 10:15am, Story Room
BabyTalk
BabyTalk
Toddler Time
See Above
Family Storytime
See Above
See Above
See Above
Homeschool Program Russian Storytime
Smart Investing:
Chattin’ With Cathy
10am, Community
See Above
Retiring
2:45pm, Auditorium
Room
TAG, 11am
7pm, Auditorium
Reel Connections
Community Room
Roundup:
Teen Meeting of the
True Grit
Minds, 2pm, Atrium
7pm, Auditorium
Author Reading:
Mary Swander
4pm, Auditorium
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Readers Theater
Teen Roleplaying Club
Library Building
Library Building
Board of Trustees
Summer Hours
2pm, Auditorium
6pm, Community Room Project Public Meeting Project Public Meeting
7pm, Board Room
Begin:
Reel Connections
7pm, Auditorium
10am, Auditorium
Library Open 11-4
Global Cinema:
2pm, Northcrest (20th St.)
Crochet/Knit Group
A Song for Daniel
7pm, Community Room
11am, Founders Suite
& 9 Star Hotel
Books @ Noon
Russian Storytime
7pm, Auditorium
12pm, Founders Suite
See Above
Chick Lit
Inkspots
7pm, Board Room
1:30pm, Community Room
Super Science Fun
2:45pm, Auditorium
Family Storytime
2:45pm, Story Room
Teen Anime/Manga
4pm, APL Zone
Reel Connections
Film Movement:
Be With Me
7pm, Auditorium
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Summer Hours:
Library and
Just for Fun
Summer Hours:
Library Open 1-4
Bookmobile
2:45pm, Auditorium
Library Open 11-4
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Family Storytime
Russian Storytime
2:45pm, Story Room
See Above
Summer Hours:
Reel Connections
Library Open 1-4
Other Voices/Views:
APL Unplugged:
Rick Steve’s Iran
Dixie Slicks
Yesterday and Today
2pm, Auditorium
Memorial Day
7pm, Auditorium
Library sponsorship of a program does not constitute endorsement of the program’s content or the views expressed by the participants.
