Library Closed

Both locations of the library will be closed on Sunday, April 20. 

Event List

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Age Group
Program Type
Program Type
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This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Maker Spaces Open House

Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult
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See our Maker Spaces and watch the machines in action! Staff will be available to answer questions about the spaces and how to set up Maker appointments. 

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen 3D Print Club

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen
:

Teens will learn how to use the 3D printer and Tinkercad to create their own 3D designs. They'll be able to learn at their own pace and set their creative direction. 

This event is in the "School Age" group.

Space Stations with the Iowa Children's Museum

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games and Activities, Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
School Age
:

Ready for an out-of-this-world adventure? Kids will design their own spacecraft, build a moon base, and discover how telescopes like the James Webb capture stunning images of our universe.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen 3D Print Club

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen
:

Teens will learn how to use the 3D printer and Tinkercad to create their own 3D designs. They'll be able to learn at their own pace and set their creative direction. 

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen 3D Print Club

Tuesday, June 3, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen
:

Teens will learn how to use the 3D printer and Tinkercad to create their own 3D designs. They'll be able to learn at their own pace and set their creative direction. This club generally meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Basic Sewing Class: Farmers Market Tote Bag

Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
:

This strong fabric shopping bag will hold your fruits and vegetables, your groceries or your favorite project when you are out and about! It is easy to make and reduces plastic waste. Learning to make this basic bag will provide you with

Required
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Glowforge Welcome Sign

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
:

See how our laser printers work and paint a welcome sign for your home!

Required
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Basic Sewing Class: Farmers Market Tote Bag

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
:

This strong fabric shopping bag will hold your fruits and vegetables, your groceries, or your favorite project when you are out and about! It is easy to make and reduces plastic waste.

Required
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen 3D Print Club

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen
:

Teens will learn how to use the 3D printer and Tinkercad to create their own 3D designs. They'll be able to learn at their own pace and set their creative direction. This club generally meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.

This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Maker Spaces Open House

Saturday, June 28, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Maker Spaces at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult
:

Want to check out the library's Maker Spaces? See a demonstration of the library's 3D printers and laser cutter while viewing completed projects for all machines.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen 3D Print Club

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen
:

Teens will learn how to use the 3D printer and Tinkercad to create their own 3D designs. They'll be able to learn at their own pace and set their creative direction. This club generally meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.

This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Maker Spaces Open House

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Maker Spaces at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult
:

Want to check out the library's Maker Spaces? See a demonstration of the library's 3D printers and laser cutter while viewing completed projects for all machines.

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen 3D Print Club

Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen
:

Teens will learn how to use the 3D printer and Tinkercad to create their own 3D designs. They'll be able to learn at their own pace and set their creative direction. This club generally meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Basic Sewing Class: Farmers Market Tote Bag

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
:

This strong fabric shopping bag will hold your fruits and vegetables, your groceries, or your favorite project when you are out and about! It is easy to make and reduces plastic waste.

Required
This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen 3D Print Club

Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen
:

Teens will learn how to use the 3D printer and Tinkercad to create their own 3D designs. They'll be able to learn at their own pace and set their creative direction. This club generally meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Lighted Book Nook Craft

Saturday, August 9, 2025 at 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Children's Program Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
:

See a demonstration of how a laser cutter works and learn how to make an appointment in the Library's Maker room. Then paint, assemble, and wire this beautiful wooden miniature, perfect for enhancing your bookshelf decor. 

This event is in the "Teen" group.

Teen 3D Print Club

Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen
:

Teens will learn how to use the 3D printer and Tinkercad to create their own 3D designs. They'll be able to learn at their own pace and set their creative direction. This club generally meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Basic Sewing Class: Farmers Market Tote Bag

Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
:

This strong fabric shopping bag will hold your fruits and vegetables, your groceries or your favorite project when you are out and about! It is easy to make and reduces plastic waste.

Required