Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

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Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library
1250 SW District Dr
Ankeny, IA 50023
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Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

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Featured Events

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Mind Body Connections

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Children's Program Room at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Adult (Ages 18+)

Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Room: Children's Program Room

Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+)

Program Type: Special Events

Event Details:

This 8-week Mind-Body Skills Group provides a supportive, small-group setting where participants learn and practice evidence-based techniques to build personal resilience.

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Virtual Author Talk: Dr. David H. Rosmarin

Wednesday, May 7, 2025 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:

Let’s face it: Everyone has anxiety. Furthermore, our incessant quest to rid ourselves of this ubiquitous human emotion worsens it. What if, instead of fighting our anxiety, we could turn it into a strength?

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Mind Body Connections

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Children's Program Room at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Adult (Ages 18+)

Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Room: Children's Program Room

Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+)

Program Type: Special Events

Event Details:

This 8-week Mind-Body Skills Group provides a supportive, small-group setting where participants learn and practice evidence-based techniques to build personal resilience.

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Teen Advisory Group

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm

Teen Program Room at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Program Type:

Meeting

Age Group:

Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12)

Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Room: Teen Program Room

Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12)

Program Type: Meeting

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!

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Virtual Author Talk: Liann Zhang

Wednesday, May 14, 2025 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:

Grab your popcorn, grab your friend, and join us for an propulsive online conversation with author Liann Zhang as she chats with us about her debut thriller Julie Chan Is Dead.

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Effectively Communicating with Your Healthcare Provider

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room A at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Adult (Ages 18+)

Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+)

Program Type: Special Events

Event Details:

Dr. Sean Sha will speak from his personal experience as a physician, patient, and family member to help attendees understand how to communicate more effectively with their healthcare provider(s).

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Mind Body Connections

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Children's Program Room at Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Program Type:

Special Events

Age Group:

Adult (Ages 18+)

Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Room: Children's Program Room

Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+)

Program Type: Special Events

Event Details:

This 8-week Mind-Body Skills Group provides a supportive, small-group setting where participants learn and practice evidence-based techniques to build personal resilience.

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Virtual Author Talk: Rachelle Bergstein

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Program Type:

Special Events, Virtual

Age Group:

Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12), Adult (Ages 18+)

Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library

Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12), Adult (Ages 18+)

Program Type: Special Events, Virtual

Event Details:

You’re invited to an online intimate conversation with bestselling author Rachelle Bergstein as she chats about her newest book The Genius of Judy.

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Time	Sun (5/04)	Mon (5/05)	Tue (5/06)	Wed (5/07)	Thu (5/08)	Fri (5/09)	Sat (5/10)
9 am			This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. Chair Yoga 9:30am - 10:30am Adult (Ages 18+) Special Events This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. 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.
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12 pm
1 pm		This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. Social Bridge 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adult (Ages 18+) Games Open Registration Required This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. Open Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Meeting Room B Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Games Registration Required Event Details: What is fun, stimulating, and a great way to meet new friends? If you are new to the game or a little rusty after years without a fourth, this is the perfect place for you.		This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. Virtual Author Talk: Dr. David H. Rosmarin 1:00pm - 2:00pm Adult (Ages 18+) Special Events, Virtual This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Special Events, Virtual Event Details: Let’s face it: Everyone has anxiety. Furthermore, our incessant quest to rid ourselves of this ubiquitous human emotion worsens it. What if, instead of fighting our anxiety, we could turn it into a strength? This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. Social Canasta 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adult (Ages 18+) Games This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. 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. Craft & Chat 1:00pm - 3:00pm Adult (Ages 18+) Craft This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Makerspace (Full Room) 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. 4-12)" group. Fun Friday (Northview Middle School) 1:30pm - 2:00pm Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12) Book Clubs Offsite Event This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12)" group. Library Branch: Off-Site Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12) 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.
2 pm	This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. Dungeons & Dragons 2:00pm - 7:00pm Adult (Ages 18+) Games This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. 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!
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4 pm
5 pm		This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12)" group. Fabric & Friends - Teen Craft & Chat 5:00pm - 7:30pm Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12) Craft This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12)" group. Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Teen Program Room Age Group: Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12) Program Type: Craft Event Details: 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.
6 pm		This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. Craft & Chat 6:30pm - 8:30pm Adult (Ages 18+) Craft This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. 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. Mind Body Connections 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adult (Ages 18+) Special Events This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Children's Program Room Age Group: Adult (Ages 18+) Program Type: Special Events Event Details: This 8-week Mind-Body Skills Group provides a supportive, small-group setting where participants learn and practice evidence-based techniques to build personal resilience. Reservation Plan and Zoning Commission 6:00pm - 8:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Council Chambers		This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. Hopeful Mama Foundation Support Group 6:00pm - 8:00pm Adult (Ages 18+) Meeting This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. 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. 4-12)" group. This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. Social Chess 6:00pm - 8:00pm All Ages, Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12), Adult (Ages 18+) Games This event is in the "All Ages" group. This event is in the "Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12)" group. This event is in the "Adult (Ages 18+)" group. Library Branch: Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library Room: Makerspace (Full Room) Age Group: All Ages, Tween & Teen (Gr. 4-12), 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.