Upcoming Events

Featured Events

The author next to the book Shadow Strike with a teal and yellow background and library logo in bottom left corner

Virtual Author Talk: Brad Taylor

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Program Type:

Special Events, Virtual

Age Group:

Adult (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Special Events, Virtual
Event Details:

Join us in conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike, book 20 (yes, you read that right!) of the bestselling Pike Logan series. 

Hands painting with water colors and the Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library logo

Water Colors and Wood Painting at AR Workshop

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Off-Site

Program Type:

Special Events, Workshop

Age Group:

Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)
Library Branch: Off-Site
Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)
Program Type: Special Events, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Learn how to use water colors and create wood paintings with AR Workshop! This event is for tweens and teens, grades 5-12. Registration required.

The author next to her book What The Deep Water Knows with a purple and red background and library logo in the bottom left corner

Virtual Author Talk: Miranda Cowley Heller

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Program Type:

Special Events, Virtual

Age Group:

Adult (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Special Events, Virtual
Event Details:

Award-winning and bestselling author Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey through the life stages of a woman in her new poetry collection, What the Deep Water Knows.

Papas a la huancaina on a plate with the Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library logo and the Ankeny Hawks logo

Peruvian Culture and History with the AHS Spanish Club

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:00pm
Off-Site

Program Type:

Special Events, Meeting

Age Group:

Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)
Library Branch: Off-Site
Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)
Program Type: Special Events, Meeting
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wanted to learn more about Peruvian history and culture? Or try new foods? Join us during Hawk Time as we listen to a presentation from a local Peruvian, as he talks about Peruvian history and culture from his own lived experiences.

Covers of A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas, Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros, and A Fate Inked in Blood by Danielle L. Jensen with gilded edges and the Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library logo

Young Adult Romantasy Kahoot Trivia

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12), Adult (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12), Adult (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a fan of romantasy? Then join us for an amazing trivia night where you can win fun prizes, spend time with other fans, and test your knowledge of iconic romantasy book series like A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J.

Book cover of Coach next to its author Jason Reynolds with a pink and blue background and library logo in the bottom left corner

Virtual Author Talk: Jason Reynolds

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Program Type:

Special Events, Virtual

Age Group:

Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12), Adult (Ages 18+)
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12), Adult (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Special Events, Virtual
Event Details:

Join us in an online conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.

The author next to her book with a city in the background, set against light blue with the library's logo in the bottom left corner

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+)
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. 

The author next to her book with grey gears in the background set against yellow with the black library logo in the bottom left corner

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+)
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.

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Mini & Me Dance Class with Motivate Dance

10:00am–10:30am
Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)
Event Details:

Motivate Dance will stop by to offer a free demo class of their Mini & Me session! This dance class is geared towards ages 1-3 but all ages are welcome! No registration required. 

Young Adult Romantasy Kahoot Trivia

6:00pm–7:30pm
Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12), Adult (Ages 18+)
Special Events
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12), Adult (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

Are you a fan of romantasy? Then join us for an amazing trivia night where you can win fun prizes, spend time with other fans, and test your knowledge of iconic romantasy book series like A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J.

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.

Dungeons & Dragons

2:00pm–7:00pm
Adult (Ages 18+)
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!

Babies & Books

10:00am–10:30am
Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)
Storytimes
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Books, rhymes, scarves, songs, and bubbles for babies. Older siblings are welcome to attend and may bring a stuffed animal to use as their "baby."

Babies & Books

11:00am–11:30am
Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)
Storytimes
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)
Program Type: Storytimes
Event Details:

Books, rhymes, scarves, songs, and bubbles for babies. Older siblings are welcome to attend and may bring a stuffed animal to use as their "baby."

Social Cribbage

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult (Ages 18+)
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!

Fiber & Friends - Teen Craft & Chat

5:00pm–6:30pm
Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)
Craft
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Room: Teen Program Room
Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)
Program Type: Craft
Event Details:

Drop-in and bring a craft you are working on and join fellow crafters to work on projects and get tips from other creative people. All crafts are welcome, including sewing, knitting, crocheting, scrapbooking, paper crafts, and so on.

A-English Conversation Circle

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adult (Ages 18+)
Bilingual
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Room: Conference Room A
Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Bilingual
Event Details:

This volunteer-led program offers English language learners the opportunity to practice their conversational English in a relaxed, fun way to:

Ankeny Genealogy Chapter

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adult (Ages 18+)
Genealogy
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Genealogy
Event Details:

Monthly meeting for the Ankeny Genealogy Chapter. Come prepared to share what you have discovered about your family tree at this participatory meeting!

Craft & Chat

6:30pm–8:30pm
Adult (Ages 18+)
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.

Sing & Shake

9:15am–9:45am
Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)
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.

Sing & Shake

10:00am–10:30am
Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)
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.

Retirement University: Estate Planning, Long Term Care, & Legacy Planning

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adult (Ages 18+)
Special Events
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Special Events
Event Details:

The Society for Financial Awareness (SOFA) will cover

Sing & Shake

9:15am–9:45am
Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)
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.

Sing & Shake

10:00am–10:30am
Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)
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.

Sing & Shake

10:45am–11:15am
Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)
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.

Story Time

10:00am–10:30am
Early Learners (Birth - Age 5)
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.

Read to Marmalade the Dog (K-5th Grade)* 4:00-4:10 PM

4:00pm–4:15pm
School-Age (Gr. K-5)
Special Events
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: School-Age (Gr. K-5)
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

*THIS SESSION IS FOR 4:00 - 4:10 PM. Our system only allows us to put in 15-minute increments.   

Read to Marmalade the Dog (K-5th Grade)* 4:10-4:20 PM

4:15pm–4:30pm
School-Age (Gr. K-5)
Special Events
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: School-Age (Gr. K-5)
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

*THIS SESSION IS FOR 4:10 - 4:20 PM. Our system only allows us to put in 15-minute increments.   

Read to Marmalade the Dog (K-5th Grade)* 4:20-4:30 PM

4:30pm–4:45pm
School-Age (Gr. K-5)
Special Events
Full
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Room: Children's Program Room
Age Group: School-Age (Gr. K-5)
Program Type: Special Events
Registration Required
Event Details:

*THIS SESSION IS FOR 4:20 - 4:30 PM. Our system only allows us to put in 15-minute increments.   

Virtual Author Talk: Jason Reynolds

6:00pm–7:00pm
Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12), Adult (Ages 18+)
Special Events, Virtual
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12), Adult (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Special Events, Virtual
Event Details:

Join us in an online conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.

Social Chess

6:00pm–8:00pm
All Ages, Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12), Adult (Ages 18+)
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.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adult (Ages 18+)
Meeting
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
Room: Meeting Room BC
Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+)
Program Type: Meeting
Registration Required
Event Details:

Support group meetings are a family caregiver's opportunity to learn more about Alzheimer's disease and care-giving from peers who have had similar experiences or have the same questions and concerns

Family Treasure Hunt (Drop-in)

10:00am–11:30am
All Ages, Early Learners (Birth - Age 5), School-Age (Gr. K-5), Tween & Teen (Gr. 5-12)
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.