Events

We are bringing storytime to you while we are not able to gather together.

Each Wednesday we will be sharing a new online storytime for you to enjoy. Each storytime will include a book reading, songs, and a suggested activity you can do at home!

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This online presentation researcher Chad Lewis showcases over 100 bizarre newspaper stories from Iowa that have not been seen in over 100 years. These unbelievable stories were not lost, they were simply hidden. This program provides a time portal...

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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. New s...

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Love Broadway musicals? Who doesn't! In this music biography Tim Tracy, music historian and performer, will trace the roots of American Broadway musicals from revue shows and the Golden Age, all the way to to modern musicals—performing musical num...

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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 selectio...

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Beginning in September 2021, the Afternoon Book Club will start meeting at the library again! We meet at 2:30 p.m. on the first Thursday of every month in the Coal Mine Meeting Room for a discussion of each month’s book. Copies of the discussion b...

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The library will be closed on September 6 for the Labor Day holiday.

Learn all about how geology rocks! In this kit, you will receive samples of geodes, calcite, and rose rock, as well as extra materials for experimenting. Follow the included link to watch videos with special guest Professor Morris Mason from Drake...

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