Upcoming Events

Nov 29 2023 - 9:15am
Enjoy 20-25 minutes of short stories, songs, and lots of movement followed by playtime to build early literacy skills. Recommended for 18 mo.-3 year olds and their caregivers. Each session in the same week is a repeat event; participants are asked to limit attendance to one session per week.... more
Nov 29 2023 - 10:00am
Enjoy 20-25 minutes of short stories, songs, and lots of movement followed by playtime to build early literacy skills. Recommended for 18 mo.-3 year olds and their caregivers. Each session in the same week is a repeat event; participants are asked to limit attendance to one session per week.... more
Nov 29 2023 - 10:00am
Enjoy 25-30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes, then stay to make a craft that goes along with the stories. Preschool storytime is recommended for children and their caregivers who are able to sit still for longer stories to develop school readiness; this is generally children ages 3.5-5 years... more
Dec 1 2023 (All day)
Introverts, it’s time to unite! Separately. In your own homes. If you’ve been wanting to join a book club but are not sure you’re up for the time commitment or the people-ing—this is the book club for you. Each month there’s a new book selection, but there’s never a meeting.  And for discussion (... more
Dec 1 2023 (All day)
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The Waukee Public Library is excited to offer our Dial-A-Story service! Simply call the Dial-a-Story phone line (515-981-7800) any time to hear a selection of books pre-recorded by library staff. Listen for as long or as little as you wish. Listening to stories has many literacy benefits,... more
Dec 1 2023 (All day)
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Enjoy a fun project for youth entering grades K-5. This month make your own penny twirler. Registration required. Packs may be picked up during regular library hours between December 1-7. Any packs that are unclaimed by the end of the designated pick-up dates will be available to be picked up in... more
Dec 1 2023 (All day)
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This month pick up a kit to make your own lemonade lip gloss. For youth in grades 6-12. Registration is required. Packs may be picked up during regular library hours between Dec. 1-7. Any packs that are unclaimed by the end of the designated pick-up dates will be available to be picked up in the... more
Dec 1 2023 (All day)
"Patterns" - Troy Richard Thomas December 1 - 27, 2023   Exhibition Description: Troy has been creating his Pattern series and Color Repetition paintings since 1990—this exhibit is just a small selection of the 3,000+ pattern paintings in this body of work. Troy says, “I liked the way wallpaper... more
Dec 1 2023 - 4:00pm
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Get in the gift giving spirit! Kids are invited to use their creativity to complete two craft activities. A gift wrapping station will be available if they want to package their creations to give to someone special. A grown-up should plan to stay with children during this event. Recommended for... more
Dec 2 2023 (All day)
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These activity packs will contain a simple craft or activity recommended for children ages 2-5 years old with adult supervision. There will be a new pack available on Saturday mornings each week on a first-come, first-served basis while supplies last.

Saturday, November 18, 2023

Time Items
All day
 
Before 9am
Nov 18 2023 (All day)
 
9am
Nov 18 2023 - 9:15am
 
10am
Nov 18 2023 - 10:00am