This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)" group Sing & Shake Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Children's Program Room at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Early Learners (Birth - Age 5) Singing, shaking, dancing, and bubbles! Adult participation is required. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)" group May 5 2026 Tue Sing & Shake 10:00am–10:30am Storytimes Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Early Learners (Birth - Age 5) Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Singing, shaking, dancing, and bubbles! Adult participation is required.
This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)" group This event is in the "School-Age (Gr. K-5)" group This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group Family Treasure Hunt (Drop-in) Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm Children's Program Room at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Age Group: All Ages, Early Learners (Birth - Age 5), School-Age (Gr. K-5), Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12) Drop in to follow clues, solve puzzles, and try to find a prize! Each month there will be a new theme. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)" group This event is in the "School-Age (Gr. K-5)" group This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group May 5 2026 Tue Family Treasure Hunt (Drop-in) 5:30pm–7:00pm Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: All Ages, Early Learners (Birth - Age 5), School-Age (Gr. K-5), Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12) Event Details: Drop in to follow clues, solve puzzles, and try to find a prize! Each month there will be a new theme.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)" group Sing & Shake Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 9:15am - 9:45am Children's Program Room at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Early Learners (Birth - Age 5) Singing, shaking, dancing, and bubbles! Adult participation is required. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)" group May 6 2026 Wed Sing & Shake 9:15am–9:45am Storytimes Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Early Learners (Birth - Age 5) Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Singing, shaking, dancing, and bubbles! Adult participation is required.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)" group Sing & Shake Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Children's Program Room at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Early Learners (Birth - Age 5) Singing, shaking, dancing, and bubbles! Adult participation is required. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)" group May 6 2026 Wed Sing & Shake 10:00am–10:30am Storytimes Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Early Learners (Birth - Age 5) Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Singing, shaking, dancing, and bubbles! Adult participation is required.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)" group Sing & Shake Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 10:45am - 11:15am Children's Program Room at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Early Learners (Birth - Age 5) Singing, shaking, dancing, and bubbles! Adult participation is required. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)" group May 6 2026 Wed Sing & Shake 10:45am–11:15am Storytimes Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Early Learners (Birth - Age 5) Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Singing, shaking, dancing, and bubbles! Adult participation is required.
This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Social Canasta Wednesday, May 6, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room B at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Canasta is a card game of the rummy family, invented in Uruguay in 1939 that quickly took the world by storm and became an American craze through the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s. If you haven’t played in several years or missed out on the craze ent View Details This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 6 2026 Wed Social Canasta 1:00pm–3:00pm Games Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Games Event Details: Canasta is a card game of the rummy family, invented in Uruguay in 1939 that quickly took the world by storm and became an American craze through the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s. If you haven’t played in several years or missed out on the craze ent
This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Chair Yoga Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am Meeting Room A at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: , Special Events Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Kerry Walter-Ashby will lead you in a chair yoga class. View Details This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 7 2026 Thu Chair Yoga 9:30am–10:30am Special Events Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: , Special Events Event Details: Kerry Walter-Ashby will lead you in a chair yoga class.
This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)" group Story Time Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Children's Program Room at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Storytimes Age Group: Early Learners (Birth - Age 5) Join us for books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, bubbles, and more, geared toward toddlers & pre-k. View Details This event is in the "Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)" group May 7 2026 Thu Story Time 10:00am–10:30am Storytimes Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Early Learners (Birth - Age 5) Program Type: Storytimes Event Details: Join us for books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, bubbles, and more, geared toward toddlers & pre-k.
This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Virtual Author Talk: Marjan Kamali Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Special Events, Virtual Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehran. View Details This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 7 2026 Thu Virtual Author Talk: Marjan Kamali 6:00pm–7:00pm Special Events, Virtual Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Special Events, Virtual Event Details: Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehran.
This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Write on Thursdays Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room A at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Workshop, Writing Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Join us for our new writer's workshop! Come and share your own work, get advice from others and make connections with other local authors. View Details This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 7 2026 Thu Write on Thursdays 6:00pm–7:30pm Workshop, Writing Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Workshop, Writing Event Details: Join us for our new writer's workshop! Come and share your own work, get advice from others and make connections with other local authors.
This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Social Chess Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room B at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Games Age Group: All Ages, Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12), Adult (Ages 18+) The purpose of this program is to promote the magnificent game of chess in Ankeny by bringing players of all ages and skill levels together at the library for a relaxing and informal evening of chess. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 7 2026 Thu Social Chess 6:00pm–8:00pm Games Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: All Ages, Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12), Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Games Event Details: The purpose of this program is to promote the magnificent game of chess in Ankeny by bringing players of all ages and skill levels together at the library for a relaxing and informal evening of chess.
This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Dungeons & Dragons Sunday, May 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room BC at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) All adult players are welcome! Games start at 3:30pm. For help with character creation or any questions please arrive between 2:00pm and 3:30pm, walk-ins are also welcome during this time! View Details This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 10 2026 Sun Dungeons & Dragons 2:00pm–7:00pm Games Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Meeting Room BC Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Games Event Details: All adult players are welcome! Games start at 3:30pm. For help with character creation or any questions please arrive between 2:00pm and 3:30pm, walk-ins are also welcome during this time!
This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Social Cribbage Monday, May 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Meeting Room B at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Games Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Bring your favorite cribbage board or use one of ours. Come for the fun! View Details This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 11 2026 Mon Social Cribbage 1:00pm–3:00pm Games Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Games Event Details: Bring your favorite cribbage board or use one of ours. Come for the fun!
This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Craft & Chat Monday, May 11, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm Meeting Room B at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Craft Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Join fellow crafters to work on projects and get tips with other creative people. All crafts are welcome, including sewing, knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking, paper crafts and so on. View Details This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 11 2026 Mon Craft & Chat 6:30pm–8:30pm Craft Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Craft Event Details: Join fellow crafters to work on projects and get tips with other creative people. All crafts are welcome, including sewing, knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking, paper crafts and so on.
This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Afternoon Book Club Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room C at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) This month's selection: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann View Details This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 12 2026 Tue Afternoon Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Book Clubs Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: This month's selection: Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann
This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group Homeschool Book Club Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Teen Program Room at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12) Join us in the Teen Program Room to enjoy snacks and discuss your favorite books! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group May 12 2026 Tue Homeschool Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Book Clubs Open Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Teen Program Room Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12) Program Type: Book Clubs Registration Required Event Details: Join us in the Teen Program Room to enjoy snacks and discuss your favorite books! Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Virtual Author Talk: Dr. Vivienne Ming Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Special Events, Virtual Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr. View Details This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 12 2026 Tue Virtual Author Talk: Dr. Vivienne Ming 1:00pm–2:00pm Special Events, Virtual Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Special Events, Virtual Event Details: Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr.
This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group Teen Advisory Group Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm Teen Program Room at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Workshop, Meeting Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12) Do you have a passion for books and planning fun library events? Are you looking for leadership opportunities? Do you need Silver Cord hours? Join us in the Teen Program Room to participate in our Teen Advisory Group! Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group May 12 2026 Tue Teen Advisory Group 6:00pm–6:30pm Workshop, Meeting Open Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Teen Program Room Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12) Program Type: Workshop, Meeting Registration Required Event Details: Do you have a passion for books and planning fun library events? Are you looking for leadership opportunities? Do you need Silver Cord hours? Join us in the Teen Program Room to participate in our Teen Advisory Group! Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Mystery Book Club Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting Room BC at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) This month's selection: And Then There Were None, by Agatha Christie View Details This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 13 2026 Wed Mystery Book Club 1:00pm–2:00pm Book Clubs Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Meeting Room BC Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: This month's selection: And Then There Were None, by Agatha Christie
This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group Northview Book Club Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm Off-Site Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12) Sign up at Northview to join us during Flex to eat snacks and chat about what you're reading! View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group May 13 2026 Wed Northview Book Club 1:30pm–2:00pm Book Clubs Library Branch: Off-Site Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12) Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Sign up at Northview to join us during Flex to eat snacks and chat about what you're reading! Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Craft & Chat Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Makerspace at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Craft Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Join fellow crafters to work on projects and get tips with other creative people. All crafts are welcome, including sewing, knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking, paper crafts and so on. View Details This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 14 2026 Thu Craft & Chat 1:00pm–3:00pm Craft Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Makerspace Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Craft Event Details: Join fellow crafters to work on projects and get tips with other creative people. All crafts are welcome, including sewing, knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking, paper crafts and so on.
This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group Northview Reading Group Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm Off-Site Program Type: Book Clubs Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12) Sign up at Northview to join us during Flex to eat snacks and chat about this month's book. You can pick up a copy of this month's book at the Northview library! View Details Offsite Event This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group May 14 2026 Thu Northview Reading Group 1:30pm–2:00pm Book Clubs Library Branch: Off-Site Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12) Program Type: Book Clubs Event Details: Sign up at Northview to join us during Flex to eat snacks and chat about this month's book. You can pick up a copy of this month's book at the Northview library! Disclaimer(s) Food Allergies We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.
This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Hopeful Mama Foundation Support Group Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room C at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Meeting Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Emily Patel’s experience with infertility started when she was 25 years old and diagnosed with Premature Ovarian Failure. View Details This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 14 2026 Thu Hopeful Mama Foundation Support Group 6:00pm–8:00pm Meeting Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Meeting Room C Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Meeting Event Details: Emily Patel’s experience with infertility started when she was 25 years old and diagnosed with Premature Ovarian Failure.
This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group Social Chess Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room B at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Program Type: Games Age Group: All Ages, Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12), Adult (Ages 18+) The purpose of this program is to promote the magnificent game of chess in Ankeny by bringing players of all ages and skill levels together at the library for a relaxing and informal evening of chess. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)" group This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group May 14 2026 Thu Social Chess 6:00pm–8:00pm Games Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: All Ages, Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12), Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Games Event Details: The purpose of this program is to promote the magnificent game of chess in Ankeny by bringing players of all ages and skill levels together at the library for a relaxing and informal evening of chess.