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Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Chair Volleyball

Afternoon Pickleball Tournament

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Table Tennis

Drop-In Shuffleboard

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Learn to Play Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Chair Volleyball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Table Tennis

Drop-In Youth Basketball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Bocce Ball

Learn to Play Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Chair Volleyball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Chair Volleyball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Table Tennis

Drop-In Shuffleboard

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Learn to Play Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Chair Volleyball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Table Tennis

Drop-In Youth Basketball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Bocce Ball

Learn to Play Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Chair Volleyball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Chair Volleyball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Table Tennis

Drop-In Shuffleboard

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Learn to Play Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Chair Volleyball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Table Tennis

Drop-In Youth Basketball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Bocce Ball

Learn to Play Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Chair Volleyball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Chair Volleyball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Table Tennis

Drop-In Shuffleboard

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Learn to Play Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Chair Volleyball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Table Tennis

Drop-In Youth Basketball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Bocce Ball

Learn to Play Pickleball

Drop-In Pickleball

Drop-In Chair Volleyball

Drop-In Pickleball

Chair Yoga

Chair yoga is a general term for practices that modify yoga poses and stretches so they can be done while seated in a chair or standing next to one. Participants may remain seated throughout the class or, if safe to do so, practice certain poses while seated and others while standing. These modifications make yoga accessible to people who cannot stand, lack the mobility to move easily from standing to seated to supine positions, or want a quick break from office work. Participants are encouraged to wear athletic shoes or shoes with non-slick soles. We will provide the chairs. If anyone prefers to bring and use their own yoga mat instead of a chair, that too is fine.

English Conversation Circle

A Conversation Circle is a monthly gathering of adults who practice everyday conversational English and get to know the public library. Meet once a month for 2 hours.  Why join? --Improve your English conversation and pronunciation. --Practice saying words used for job interviews, renting an apartment, using the phone. --Practice how to say words you need with teachers, health workers and others. --Participate in fun activities and learn about the library. --Enjoy lively conversation in a casual environment and make new friends. --Share your culture.

Social Chess

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. Bring your own board or use one of ours.

Alzheimer's Caregiver Support Group

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

Dungeons & Dragons

All adult players are welcome! No materials, experience, or admission necessary! For important information for your first session, please email DnDAnkeny@Gmail.com or join our Discord at the following URL: https://discord.gg/9JmtFv8DsG

Social Bridge

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. Partners are not necessary. There is place at the table for you.

Chair Yoga

Kerry Walter-Ashby will lead you in a chair yoga class.  Chair yoga is a general term for practices that modify yoga poses so they can be done while seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people who cannot stand, lack the mobility to move easily from standing to seated to supine positions, or want a quick break from office work. Participants are encouraged to wear athletic shoes or shoes with non-slick soles. We will provide the chairs. If anyone prefers to bring and use their own yoga mat instead of a chair, that too is fine.

The History of the Hershey's Chocolate (VIRTUAL)

Learn about Milton Hershey, the founder of Hersey's Chocolate! ​Today the name Hershey is synonymous with quality milk chocolate. But that wasn't always the case. Milton S. Hershey worked hard and failed often before his chocolate company was finally successful. And when he did become a household name and had earned a vast fortune, Milton and his wife Catherine decided to give it all away. Because of their generosity, tens of thousands of orphans have been saved, protected, and educated.

Mystery Book Discussion

This month's selection: 1979, by Val McDermid. Books will be available on January 11 at the Circulation Desk.

Craft & Chat

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.

Author Talk: Lana Harper (VIRTUAL)

Join us for a magical evening with New York Times bestselling author Lana Harper as she discusses the enchanting third installment of her immensely popular The Witches of Thistle Grove series, Back in a Spell.  Register at https://libraryc.org/ankenylibrary

Social Chess

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. Bring your own board or use one of ours.

Get Lit Book Discussion

Love chatting with fellow bookworms while supporting a local business? Then check out Get Lit! Open to teens and adults, this book club meets every other month at Smokey Row and reads a variety of young adult and new adult books. Copies of the current book are available at the circulation desk and this month we are discussing The Cost of Knowing by Brittney Morris.

Dungeons & Dragons

All adult players are welcome! No materials, experience, or admission necessary! For important information for your first session, please email DnDAnkeny@Gmail.com or join our Discord at the following URL: https://discord.gg/9JmtFv8DsG

Social Cribbage

Bring your favorite cribbage board or use one of ours. Come for the fun!

Afternoon Book Discussion

This month's selection: Black Cake, Charmaine Wilkerson Books will be available January 10 at the Circulation Desk.

Social Gaming

Looking for a place to meet friends for some friendly games? Bring your favorite card game or board game to the library, or play some of ours!

Family Bingo for Books

Social Canasta

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 entirely, you have another chance to learn the game and make new friends.

Author Talk: Grace M. Cho (VIRTUAL)

You’re invited to an insightful chat with award-winning author Grace M. Cho as she discusses her memoir, Tastes Like War. Part food memoir, part sociological investigation, Tastes Like War is a hybrid text about a daughter’s search through intimate and global history for the roots of her mother’s schizophrenia. In her mother’s final years, Grace learned to cook dishes from her mother’s childhood in order to invite the past into the present, and to hold space for her mother’s multiple voices at the table. And through careful listening over these shared meals, Grace discovered not only the things that broke the brilliant, complicated woman who raised her—but also the things that kept her alive. Register at https://libraryc.org/ankenylibrary

Evening Book Discussion

This month's selection: Olga Dies Dreaming, by Xochitl Gonzalez Books will be available on January 19 at the Circulation Desk.

Social Chess

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. Bring your own board or use one of ours.

Dungeons & Dragons

All adult players are welcome! No materials, experience, or admission necessary! For important information for your first session, please email DnDAnkeny@Gmail.com or join our Discord at the following URL: https://discord.gg/9JmtFv8DsG

Social Bridge

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. Partners are not necessary. There is place at the table for you.

Craft & Chat

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.

Dungeons & Dragons

All adult players are welcome! No materials, experience, or admission necessary! For important information for your first session, please email DnDAnkeny@Gmail.com or join our Discord at the following URL: https://discord.gg/9JmtFv8DsG

Social Cribbage

Bring your favorite cribbage board or use one of ours. Come for the fun!

Ankeny Genealogy Chapter

Each month features a program to help in your research. Members are always available to help people with their research questions and try to get them over their brick walls when they hit one. All are welcome. There is no fee to attend, but if you would like to become a member there is $7.50 annual membership dues.

Author Talk: Sadeqa Johnson

We look forward to seeing you for an invigorating conversation with highly acclaimed author Sadeqa Johnson as she talks about her brand new novel, The House of Eve! In The House of Eve, Fifteen-year-old Ruby Pearsall is on track to becoming the first in her family to attend college, in spite of having a mother more interested in keeping a man than raising her daughter. But a taboo love affair threatens to pull her back down into the poverty and desperation that has been passed onto her like a birthright. Register at https://libraryc.org/ankenylibrary

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

K-5 Book Bites

Ms. Brittany & Ms. Kelly will read aloud several great picture books and share snippets of chapter books as well! Kids must be at least 5 years old to participate. Registration was mentioned in the newsletter, but it is NOT required, you may drop on in! We will have plenty of snacks.

Pajama Story Time (from your home)

Grab your coziest PJs and a favorite stuffed animal, and join Youth Services Librarian, Ms. Kelly or Ms. Brittany, for Story Time (from your own home). End the day with stories, songs, and rhymes! This story time option will be offered on the first Thursday of each month September-May.

Babies & Books

Join Ms. Kelly or Ms. Brittany for books, rhymes, songs, and bubbles, for babies ages 0-18 months.

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

The History of the Hershey's Chocolate (VIRTUAL)

Learn about Milton Hershey, the founder of Hersey's Chocolate! ​Today the name Hershey is synonymous with quality milk chocolate. But that wasn't always the case. Milton S. Hershey worked hard and failed often before his chocolate company was finally successful. And when he did become a household name and had earned a vast fortune, Milton and his wife Catherine decided to give it all away. Because of their generosity, tens of thousands of orphans have been saved, protected, and educated.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

K-5 Maker Crew

Get creative and make something fun! Enjoy crafts and STEM activities. Kids must be at least 5 years old to participate.

Friday Flicks & Sips

Coffee for you, movie for them! Join us for a children's movie each month and enjoy free coffee from Porch Light! You may bring blankets, snacks, and drinks with a covered lid if you wish!

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Babies & Books

Join Ms. Kelly or Ms. Brittany for books, rhymes, songs, and bubbles, for babies ages 0-18 months.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

Family Bingo for Books

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Pizza, PJs, Puzzles & Games

Put on your PJs and come to the library for a night of family fun with puzzles and games! The library will provide several games and puzzles, but feel free to bring a family favorite if you like! Pizza will be provided for all who attend. Registration is REQUIRED to ensure we have enough pizza for everyone.

Spanish Story Time

Join Ms. Blanca for stories, songs, and rhymes in English and Spanish!

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Sing & Shake

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for singing, dancing, bubbles and FUN! Sing & Shake is offered on a variety of days and times.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

Story Time

Join Ms. Kelly & Ms. Brittany for books, fingerplays, rhymes, songs, dancing, bubbles and early-literacy FUN! Geared towards ages 2-5. Story times are offered on a variety of days and times.

Music Play featuring Passion Studios

Does your child love music? Are you curious about what a music class might be like for your child? Passions Studios will offer a free play-based music class for all ages. Come give it a try!

English Conversation Circle

A Conversation Circle is a monthly gathering of adults who practice everyday conversational English and get to know the public library. Meet once a month for 2 hours.  Why join? --Improve your English conversation and pronunciation. --Practice saying words used for job interviews, renting an apartment, using the phone. --Practice how to say words you need with teachers, health workers and others. --Participate in fun activities and learn about the library. --Enjoy lively conversation in a casual environment and make new friends. --Share your culture.

Social Chess

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. Bring your own board or use one of ours.

Books & Bagels (Ankeny High School)

Join us before school to eat bagels (or other breakfast pastries) and chat about what you're reading!

TAG: Teen Advisory Group

Enjoy snacks, earn volunteer hours, and get involved by helping the library!

The History of the Hershey's Chocolate (VIRTUAL)

Learn about Milton Hershey, the founder of Hersey's Chocolate! ​Today the name Hershey is synonymous with quality milk chocolate. But that wasn't always the case. Milton S. Hershey worked hard and failed often before his chocolate company was finally successful. And when he did become a household name and had earned a vast fortune, Milton and his wife Catherine decided to give it all away. Because of their generosity, tens of thousands of orphans have been saved, protected, and educated.

Teen Writing Club

Calling all budding authors! Connect with other writers to share your stories, swap ideas, and explore fun writing prompts.

Author Talk: Lana Harper (VIRTUAL)

Join us for a magical evening with New York Times bestselling author Lana Harper as she discusses the enchanting third installment of her immensely popular The Witches of Thistle Grove series, Back in a Spell.  Register at https://libraryc.org/ankenylibrary

Social Chess

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. Bring your own board or use one of ours.

Get Lit Book Discussion

Love chatting with fellow bookworms while supporting a local business? Then check out Get Lit! Open to teens and adults, this book club meets every other month at Smokey Row and reads a variety of young adult and new adult books. Copies of the current book are available at the circulation desk and this month we are discussing The Cost of Knowing by Brittney Morris.

Teen Cookie Decorating

Do you enjoy baking shows and watching fabulously decorated baked goods come to life? Now you can see how you measure up! Come show off your creative skills and decorate some cookies.

Family Bingo for Books

Pizza, PJs, Puzzles & Games

Put on your PJs and come to the library for a night of family fun with puzzles and games! The library will provide several games and puzzles, but feel free to bring a family favorite if you like! Pizza will be provided for all who attend. Registration is REQUIRED to ensure we have enough pizza for everyone.

Social Chess

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. Bring your own board or use one of ours.

Teen Writing Club

Calling all budding authors! Connect with other writers to share your stories, swap ideas, and explore fun writing prompts.

Books & Bagels (Ankeny Centennial High School)

Join us before school to eat bagels and chat about what you're reading!

Teen Button Making

Draw, cut, and craft your designs, then turn them into buttons with our button maker!

City Council Meeting

Council Action Planning Session

Council Action Planning Session

Budget Workshop

City Council Meeting

Council Action Planning Session

Budget Workshop

Civil Service Commission Meeting

Library Board of Trustees Meeting

Park Board Meeting

Plan and Zoning Commission

Plan and Zoning Commission

Zoning Board of Adjustment

Zoning Board of Adjustment