Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, November 7, 2023 - 1:30 PM

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 read...

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Toddler Time

Toddler Time

Wednesday, November 8, 2023 - 9:15 AM

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...

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Toddler Time

Toddler Time

Wednesday, November 8, 2023 - 10:00 AM

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...

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Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Wednesday, November 8, 2023 - 10:00 AM

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 read...

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Animal Book Club

Animal Book Club

Thursday, November 9, 2023 - 4:30 PM

Each month we will explore a fun nonfiction title about animals, followed by an extended learning activity. We will chart data, consult maps, analyze sources, and use our imaginations to learn about the world’s creatures. Participants do not need ...

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Elementary Early Out

Elementary Early Out

Wednesday, November 15, 2023 - 2:30 PM

Youth in grades K-5 are invited to bring their creativity and scientific minds to the library to explore a variety of themed STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) hands-on activities.

This month's theme is food science.

Adult ca...

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Elementary Craft Lab

Elementary Craft Lab

Friday, November 17, 2023 - 4:00 PM

Design, create, and make! Craft Lab is an open-ended, creative space that invites kids to express their imagination in crafting and making. Students can work on creative projects alone, in groups, or with caregivers.

Each month will explore a dif...

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Dial-a-Story

Dial-a-Story

Friday, December 1, 2023 (All day)

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....

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Elementary Maker Packs

Elementary Maker Packs

Friday, December 1, 2023 (All day)

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...

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On Exhibit: "Patterns"

On Exhibit: "Patterns"

Friday, December 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 thi...

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