Take the library with you this summer!

July 12, 2021 by Darby Brincks

By Sam Bedford

Are you going on a vacation this summer? Don’t forget to take the library with you! The Waukee Public Library has just what you need to keep yourself and your family entertained! Stop in to get a few movies and TV shows, then grab some books, audio books and magazines. Call our Dial-a-Story line at (515) 981-7800 to hear a pre-recorded children’s book during your travels, too!

If you find yourself needing another book or magazine on the road, check out our online library available free of charge to our cardholders anywhere, anytime.

LIBBY for downloadable e-books and audiobooks – Waukee resident card holders have access to our entire Overdrive e-book and audiobook collection. The Libby app is the easiest way to get started with digital books and audiobooks. Download the Libby app today!

FLIPSTER for downloadable magazines – Download your favorite magazines from a variety of publishers and read them anytime, anywhere. Download the Flipster app today!

CREATIVEBUG for art and craft videos – Access hundreds of free, self-paced classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. Learn new skills while nurturing your creativity this summer with CreativeBug!

BOOKFLIX and TUMBLEBOOKS for kids – Bookflix brings eBooks to life through animated stories. It has over 120 animated books filled with adventure, music and interactive games. Tumblebooks allows your kids to safely browse and read books by their favorite authors. All books are instantly available, with no need to place a hold or check them out!

Visit waukeepubliclibrary.org/online-library to check out our Online Library today!

To find out more about the Waukee Public Library go to waukeepubliclibrary.org or contact us at askme@waukee.org or (515) 978-7944

July Events:

Online Afternoon Book Club
Thursday, July 1 | 2:30 PM
Just because the Library’s meeting spaces are currently closed doesn’t mean our book club can’t still carry on! Join the Afternoon Book Club as they meet for discussion online.

Online Maker Mondays
Elementary: July 5, 12, 19, 26 | 9 AM
Teen: July 12, 19, 26 | 12 PM
Every Monday, join us for special STEAM activities for students in grades 1-12. July videos will include animal-themed activities that you can do at home!

Storytime Online
Wednesdays, July 7, 14, 21, 28 | 9 AM
We’ll be sharing a new online storytime for you to enjoy at home with your little ones every week. Each storytime will include a book reading, songs and a suggested activity you can do together!

Online Cupcake Decorating Class for Adults
Thursday, July 8 | 6 PM
Learn to decorate cupcakes like a pro! In this online class, Holly from Crème Cupcake will demonstrate four “Tails & Tales” themed cupcake designs. Those registered for this class will get to pick up a Crème Cupcake Kit from the Library containing four unfrosted cupcakes and all the decorating bags, tips and frosting needed to follow along with the video and create the designs at home! Registration is required for this event.

Crazy Cat People Party
Saturday, July 10 | 1 PM
Saturday, July 24 | 1 PM
Love cats? Purrfect! Come hang out with fellow kitty enthusiasts at Coffee Cats in Valley Junction for an afternoon of cat-tastic fun! During your free one-hour session in their cat lounge, you’ll get to play, cuddle and relax with the adorable cats that are all adoptable from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa. You’ll also receive a free 12 or 16 oz. drink from the Coffee Cats’ menu to enjoy during your stay. Registration is required for each individual session, with a limit of eight people per session to maintain social distancing and capacity limitations.

Virtual Author Visit: Remy Lai
Tuesday, July 13 | 1 PM
Join Remy Lai, author of the 2021 Kids All Iowa Reads title “Pie in the Sky” for an hour of conversation. If you’ve read the book or if you just want to hear Remy talk about her work, join us for half an hour of conversation between the author and a moderator followed by a question-and-answer session with the audience. This statewide program is provided by the Iowa Center for the Book. Registration is required.

Yoga with Cats
Saturday, July 17 | 8 AM\
Wednesday, July 21 | 7 PM
Saturday, July 31 | 8 AM
It’s the purrfect time to perfect your cat pose! Join Brittny, certified with YogaBody, as she leads a free yoga class at Coffee Cats in Valley Junction. Adoptable cats from the Animal Rescue League of Iowa will join in the class. Registration is required for each individual session, with a limit of six people per class to maintain social distancing.

Dog Days of Summer: DIY Pet Products
Saturday, July 17 | 1 PM
Learn how to make a few simple pet products at home with Ann Staudt of Siberian Soap Co. in this online step-by-step DIY class. Ann will teach you how to make an Herbal De-Stinking Spray, Herbal Dog Toothpaste, and K9 Ice Cream. The first 30 registered attendees will receive a swag bag with a handcrafted Siberian Soap Co. Divine Canine herbal shampoo bar and an instruction/supply list for making the pet products demonstrated. Registration is required for this event.

Virtual Books on Tap
Tuesday, July 20 | 6 PM
Books on Tap continues to meet online while the library’s meeting rooms are currently closed. Remember to bring your book, your thoughts, and your own beverages to this month’s Virtual Books on Tap!

August Events:

Bonus Bingo Begins
Monday, August 2
Did you miss the fun of the Summer Reading Challenge? Stop by the library and get a Bonus Bingo sheet to turn in for an extra prize by August 22! All ages are welcome to participate. No registration required.

Virtual Author Visit: Randy Ribay
Monday, August 2 | 5 PM
Join Randy Ribay, author of the 2021 Teen All Iowa Reads title “Patron Saints of Nothing” for an hour of conversation. If you’ve read the book or if you just want to hear Randy talk about his work, join us for half an hour of conversation between the author and a moderator followed by a question-and-answer session with the audience. This statewide program is provided by the Iowa Center for the Book. Registration is required.

Storytime Online
Wednesdays, August 4, 11, 18 | 9 AM
We’ll be sharing a new online storytime for you to enjoy at home with your little ones three times in August. Each storytime will include a book reading, songs and a suggested activity you can do together!

Online Afternoon Book Club
Thursday, August 5 | 2:30 PM
Just because the library’s meeting spaces are currently closed doesn’t mean our book club can’t still carry on! Join the Afternoon Book Club as they meet for discussion online.

Getting Into Your Dream College
Saturday, August 7 | 11 AM
Monday, August 16 | 5 PM
Whether you want to increase your confidence in tackling the college admissions process or just want to get a better sense of what the process looks like, we’re here to help. The Princeton Review will host two free webinars to help you learn how to better navigate the process of applying to college and increase your chances of getting in to your dream school. We’ll cover timelines for applications, how to choose your schools, and financial aid. This webinar is recommended for junior and senior high school students and the adults in their lives. Registration is required for each event.

Needle Felted Rainbow Narwhal for Adults
Saturday, August 7 | 1 PM
Discover the pure magic of needle felting! In this online class, led by freelance crafter Katie Leporte, you’ll make an adorable, one-of-a-kind felt rainbow narwhal. No patterns, no sewing, and no prior experience needed. We’ll supply those on the registration list with a Supply Kit. Registration is required for this event.

Online Maker Mondays
Elementary: August 9, 16 | 9 AM
Join us for special STEAM activities for students in grades 1-5 this August. This month’s videos will include ocean-themed activities that you can do at home!

Virtual Books on Tap
Tuesday, August 17 | 2:30 PM
Books on Tap continues to meet online while the library’s meeting rooms are currently closed. Remember to bring your book, your thoughts, and your own beverages to this month’s Virtual Books on Tap!

Bizarre History of Iowa
Saturday, August 21 | 1 PM
Take a trip back in time with researcher Chad Lewis as he showcases over 100 bizarre newspaper stories from Iowa that have not been seen in over 100 years. These unbelievable stories were not lost, they were simply hidden. This online presentation takes you back to the early days of the state when it was filled with strange deaths, ghosts, sea serpents, peculiar people, medical anomalies, oddities, psychic phenomena and UFOs. This program will change the way you view the good ol’ days of Iowa!

20^th Century Broadway
Saturday, August 28 | 1 PM
Love Broadway musicals? Who doesn’t? In this online music biography, Tim Tracy, music historian and performer, will trace the roots of American Broadway musicals from revue shows and the Golden Age, all the way to modern musicals—performing musical numbers you know and love.

Adventure through the Animal Kingdom with the Library!

May 3, 2021 by Darby Brincks

By Sam Bedford

Summer is almost here, and we’re getting ready for the Summer Reading Challenge at the Waukee Public Library! This year’s theme is “Tails & Tales” and the program will run from June 1 until July 31.

Adventure through the world of life around us and find out what’s special about the animals who roam the lands, soar through the air, and swim in the oceans. All ages are invited to participate! Due to ongoing COVID-19 safety concerns, this year’s challenge and events will be held entirely online.

Watch the library’s website and follow our social media accounts to get up-to-date information about upcoming events, including virtual performances, weekly online activities, and pick-up times for craft packs and prizes.

The library is currently open with Library Express hours for book browsing, checkout, and computer use Monday through Friday from 12–6 p.m. and Saturday from 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. Road construction will continue through the summer months. During the construction, the library is only accessible from the south on Warrior Lane.

Summer Reading Challenge FAQs:
When does registration begin?
May 1, but reading for the Summer Reading Challenge doesn’t start until June 1.

How do I register?
You can register online at waukeelibrary.beanstack.org, through the Beanstack app, or by picking up a reading log at the library.

Who can participate?
All ages!

Do I need a library card to join?
Library cards are not required. Everyone is encouraged to participate! If you would like to get a library card, you can sign up online at waukeepubliclibrary.org/getacard.

How do I earn prizes?
READ! Magazines, audiobooks and eBooks count, too!

To find out more about the library’s Summer Reading Challenge, go to waukeepubliclibrary.org/summer.
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For more library information, contact us at askme@waukee.org or (515) 978-7944.

New Waukee Library App

March 1, 2021 by Darby Brincks

The Waukee Public Library is excited to announce the availability of its new mobile app. Available on iOS and Android, this app makes it easy to use the library even when you’re not in the library. You can browse the collection, place holds, access your account, learn about events and services, access online resources, and store your library card number for easy access.

The new mobile app provides library patrons with a new way to access the library and enhances the user experience by making it more convenient. If you are interested in downloading the Waukee Public Library’s new app, search for Waukee Public Library in your app store today. If you need assistance downloading the app, please contact the library at (515) 978-7944 and a staff member will be happy to guide you through the process.

Dial-a-Story

Dial-a-Story is here! The Waukee Public Library is bringing story time straight to your home at a time that’s convenient for you and your family.

Simply call the new Dial-a-Story phone line at (515) 981-7800 any time to listen to a children’s story. Anyone can use this new service—whether or not they have library cards—so kids can hear stories read aloud.

The books featured on the Dial-a-Story line are selected from our collection and read aloud by library staff. New selections will be recorded twice each month for infants through elementary aged students.

Listening to stories has many literacy benefits, including vocabulary development, increased focus and attention span, and imagination skills. Kids may want to draw or color while listening, or just sit back and enjoy this screen-free story option.

If you find a story you love, feel free to place a hold on a print copy through the library catalog. You can find the current Dial-a-Story list of books on our website at waukeepubliclibrary.org/dial-story.

To find out more about the Waukee Public Library, go to waukeepubliclibrary.org or contact us at askme@waukee.org or (515) 978-7944.

Waukee Library

December 31, 2020 by Darby Brincks

Homework Help Through the Library

By Leah White

The Waukee Public Library is excited to offer Brainfuse HelpNow!

Brainfuse HelpNow is a resource designed for K-12 students and beyond. Live tutoring is available in English and Spanish from 2 p.m. – 11 p.m. to provide homework help for core subjects, including mathematics, science, and English language arts. Practice long division, improve reading comprehension, and learn other key skills. Practice for standardized tests. Students may submit papers to HelpNow’s Writing Lab for expert assistance and feedback, or collaborate with peers in virtual study spaces. Live FAFSA help is now available, too!

Brainfuse HelpNow has several ways to get homework help:

Live tutoring daily from 2 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Writing Lab to get feedback within one business day
SkillSurfer for study resources and test prep
Send Question to get a response within one business day
Language Lab for live help learning Spanish
LEAP to create a customized learning plan
Flashbulb to create and share flashcards, tests and games
eParachute to identify potential majors and career paths
MEET virtual study rooms to collaborate with classmates
Brainwave videos to record your notes to watch and share

Going mobile? After creating your own Learning Account through our Brainfuse website, just download and log into the Brainfuse app.

Make our Online Library a part of your new normal! Explore our many online resources for FREE from home with your Waukee Public Library card. If you don’t have a library card, sign up for one online to access resources instantly. Discover eBooks, eAudiobooks, online learning help, magazines, and so much more. Take a look around today! https://waukeepubliclibrary.org/online-library

To find out more about the Waukee Public Library go to waukeepubliclibrary.org or contact us at askme@waukee.org or (515) 978-7944.

Try Our Online Library!

November 23, 2020 by Darby Brincks

The Waukee Public Library has just what you need to keep yourself and your family entertained! Our curbside pickup and return service is still available, but you can also check out our online library, which is free of charge to our cardholders—anywhere, anytime!

Look at all the ways you can use the library online!

DOWNLOAD EBOOKS AND AUDIOBOOKS – Waukee resident card holders have access to our entire Overdrive ebook and audiobook collection. The Libby app is the easiest way to get started with digital books and audiobooks. The Libby app is available for Android, iOS and Windows 10.

DOWNLOAD MAGAZINES – Download your favorite magazines from a variety of publishers and read them anytime, anywhere. Download the Flipster app today!

ONLINE LEARNING – Lynda.com has more than 12,000 courses, ranging from computer programming to project management, including instruction on various computer software, programming languages and business topics. The video courses are taught by industry experts and are designed for any skill level.

LEARN A NEW LANGUAGE – Pronunciator offers over 80 languages, including ESL. Courses are available for English speakers or for native speakers of 50 other languages. Learn on a desktop or access Pronunciator from your mobile device.

EXPLORE HISTORY – Check out Heritage Quest at home; it’s a genealogy resource that contains census data, family records, local histories and documentary collections. Then explore Iowa history and genealogy through the historical newspaper archive from 1800-2018. This includes obituaries, birth announcements, sports articles and more.

Visit waukeepubliclibrary.org/online-library to find even more great options through our online library!

To learn more about the Waukee Public Library, visit waukeepubliclibrary.org or contact us at askme@waukee.org or (515) 978-7944.

Curbside Service Now Available! : Leah White

November 23, 2020 by Darby Brincks

Contact-free curbside pickup is now available at the Waukee Public Library!

Library cardholders can now place holds on items using the online catalog on our website or by phone. Patrons will be notified to schedule a pickup time when their items are ready.

Curbside return of library materials is also available during our curbside hours. Patrons can return items to the bins on the labeled carts. If you are only returning items, please leave the parking spaces closest to the pickup location for people using curbside pick-up. Due to construction, the drive-up return will remain closed at this time. Returned items will be checked in after at least 72 hours of quarantine.

Curbside service is available Monday – Friday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the library’s front entrance. This location could change due to weather or parking lot construction. Please follow the directional signs.

Place your holds now!
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Curbside FAQs
• Curbside pickup service is available for library materials including books, audiobooks, DVDs and magazines.

• The library is closed at this time and will remain closed to the public.

• No fines were charged during our closure.

• All library cards set to expire in 2020 have been renewed until July 1, 2021.

• All items checked out prior to our closing in March are due July 1. If you cannot return your items before then, please let us know and we can extend that date further.

Reopening
• The library has a multi-phase plan for reopening based on federal reopening guidelines. We will open as soon as it is safe to do so. We are closely monitoring the situation.

Getting a Library Card
• You can create a digital library card on our website.

• If you would like to be able to check out items, you will first need to create a digital library card. Once you do that, let us know and we can upgrade your digital card to a temporary card. The temporary card will allow you to continue to use digital resources as well as check out five items at a time. We will send your new library card number to you via email and mail.

Donations
• The library is not accepting book, DVD or magazine donations at this time.

• We are not accepting donations of craft supplies or envelopes at this time.

Parking Lot
• The library is currently undergoing a parking lot project that will double the number of parking spots. This project will last into the fall.

Interlibrary Loan
• At this time, we are unable to take any requests for interlibrary loans. We hope to resume this service in the near future.

• Any interlibrary loans that were checked out prior to our closing should be returned as soon as possible.

For more information on our new curbside services, please visit waukeepubliclibrary.org/curbside.

Imagine Your Story this Summer with the Library! : Leah White

November 23, 2020 by Darby Brincks

This summer, we encourage everyone to Imagine Your Story with fairytales, mythology and fantasy. With the library currently closed due to COVID-19, this year’s program will be held completely online and will run from June 1 until July 31. All ages are invited to participate!

Watch the library’s website and follow our social media accounts to get up-to-date information about our upcoming schedule of events, including virtual performances, weekly online activities and pickup times for craft packs and prizes.

Facebook – @WaukeePublicLibrary
Instagram – @waukee_library
Twitter – @WaukeeLibrary

Summer Reading Program FAQs
When does registration begin?
May 1, but reading for the Summer Reading Program doesn’t start until June 1.

How do I register?
Register online at waukeelibrary.beanstack.org.

Who can participate?
All ages!

Do I need a library card to join?
Library cards are not required to participate, but if you would like to get a library card, you can sign up for one at https://waukeepubliclibrary.org/getacard.

How do I earn prizes?
READ! Magazines, audiobooks and eBooks count, too!

To find out more about the library’s Summer Reading Program, go to waukeepubliclibrary.org/summer.

For more library information, contact us at askme@waukee.org or (515) 978-7944.

Waukee Library : New Online Resources

November 19, 2020 by Darby Brincks

The Waukee Public Library is pleased to announce the addition of three new online resources that you can access anywhere with your library card!

Creativebug

Creativebug has more than 1,000 award-winning art and craft video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. Learn sewing, quilting, paper crafting, knitting, crochet, art & design, and jewelry making. Find new ideas and instructions on food & home, holidays & parties, and activities to do with your kids.

The Washington Post

The Washington Post provides expert reporting and analysis, including award-winning investigative coverage and editorial commentary. When the seven-day license expires, return to this page to check out another one. You may renew your license as many times as you like. This service is available to all Waukee Library cardholders.

Unlimited digital access to washingtonpost.com
Expert reporting and analysis from Washington and around the world, including award-winning investigative coverage and editorial commentary.
Real-time Q&A discussions providing a behind-the-scenes look at key stories.
Live-streaming of Washington Post Live events, where top-level government and business leaders, emerging voices and newsmakers discuss the most pressing national and global issues of the day.

Bookflix

BookFlix is an online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks with related nonfiction eBooks to build a love of reading and learning. BookFlix reinforces early reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and exploration.

Take a look around today at waukeepubliclibrary.org/online-library!

To find out more about the Waukee Public Library go to waukeepubliclibrary.org or contact us at askme@waukee.org or (515) 978-7944.

Waukee Public Library – 90 Years and Counting

November 19, 2019 by admin

Library celebrates its 90th anniversary of serving the community

Waukee’s existing public library was formally established in 1929. That year, the Waukee Public Library opened its doors with 500 books, provided by the Traveling Library of the State of Iowa. In 1941, those books, as well as the library’s 190 permanent volumes, were lost in a fire. The library quickly reopened with just 150 books in the back room of City Hall (then located at 410 6th Street). This resiliency and ability to adapt to change is still alive today at the library.

As the Waukee Public Library celebrates its 90th anniversary, its collection sits at more than 40,000 print items. E-books and a vast array of online resources are also available to cardholders. Library Director Kristine Larson, who has been at the helm since 2014, says the library’s impact goes beyond checking
out materials.

“The library is much more than books; it’s a community space,” said Larson. “We have computers for public use, downloadable audiobooks, subscriptions to genealogy and research sites, and so much more. We serve Waukee residents daily by offering meeting room space, study rooms and workspaces. We’ve transformed our children’s area to offer hands-on learning centers and technology activities. Programs and events for all ages continue to fill up. It’s a much more interactive place than it was 90 years ago.”

That interaction is a big draw for residents. Library Board of Trustees President Jared Starkweather is not only an advisor for the library, he’s also a frequent visitor.

“We use the library on a weekly basis, said Starkweather. “
“The Waukee Public Library means a lot to my family and me.
We use the library on a weekly basis. We check out books to
work toward our 3-year-old’s ‘1,000 Books Before Kindergarten’
goal, we participate in the Summer Reading Program, and we check out movies for family movie nights. We also attend numerous events. The library is really an entertainment destination.”

Starkweather is not alone. More than 120,000 visitors flocked to the Waukee Public Library in 2018, and 2019 is on pace to surpass that number. Larson noted that staff members serve about 600 patrons a day during the summer months, and nearly 28,000 people annually participate in the library’s free programs, such as:

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Kids’ storytimes
Lego Club
STEAM
Teen programs and advisory board
Summer and Winter Reading Programs
Book Clubs
Local History Series
Sensory Spaces
Conversational English
Lunch & Learns
Movie Matinees

In 1990, the library moved into the former Waukee Christian Church building. The current Waukee Public Library building opened in March 2003 thanks to a $2 million City bond approved by voters. The Hal Manders’ Museum and the Coal Mine Museum were constructed as building additions in 2009 and 2013, respectively.

With so much growth in Waukee and in library participation, building renovations were necessary to keep up. A new HVAC system was installed earlier this year, and interior improvements were made to the walls, floors, and furniture over the past two years. Larson said the need for future expansion is on the horizon.

“In order to keep up with the Waukee community’s demand for books, computers, meeting spaces and program spaces, the library will need a much larger building to continue to offer a high level of services and resources,” she said. “People may think libraries are fading, but in fact, many libraries are experiencing a significant increase in popularity, ours included.”

Starkweather said even during just four years as a board member, he has seen the high demand for services firsthand. He is incredibly proud of how library staff has risen to the challenge.

“Our circulation is growing, and our Summer Reading Program just had a record 3,000 people participate,” he said. “The library added wireless internet hotspots for check-out, increased children’s programs and STEM activities, opened an art gallery featuring local artist exhibits, began offering the Adventure Pass for free access to local attractions and so much more! It amazes me how much staff of 18 people can do to enrich the lives of so many people.”

With 90 chapters finished in this ongoing story, library board members and staff members encourage citizens to be a part of the next volume.

The Waukee Public Library is located at 950 Warrior Lane.

Information and an event listing can be found at waukeepubliclibrary.org.

Read a book, learn a language, attend a storytime or meet new friends. at the library!

Winter Reading Program: The Art of Reading

November 19, 2018 by admin

Let’s get creative this winter at the Waukee Public Library! All ages are invited to play our “Book Bingo” for the Winter Reading Program from Nov. 15 through Jan. 31. Sign up and read for great prizes!

After completing one bingo, you can stop into the library to collect a special Winter Reading Pin and your name will be entered in the grand prize drawing!

Keep reading for a blackout bingo and get a special Winter Reading Black-Out Tote (while supplies last). In addition, your name will be entered a second time in the grand prize drawing.

Stop into the library starting Nov. 15 to grab a bingo card or sign up online with Beanstack (waukeelibrary.beanstack.org), where you can register the entire family, log your reading and earn badges!

To find out more about the Winter Reading Program, visit waukeepubliclibrary.org/winter.

For more library information, contact us at askme@waukee.org or (515) 978-7944.

UPCOMING LIBRARY EVENTS

Craft Workshop: Arm-Knitting
Sunday, Nov. 4 – 1:30 PM

Cost for supplies is $15 per person. Payment is required upon registration.

NaNoWriMo: Come Write-in!
Tuesdays, Nov. 6, 13, & 27 from 6:00-8:00 PM

For the month of November, participants work towards the goal of writing a 50,000-word novel and the Waukee Public Library is here to help with drop-in writing sessions throughout the month! Work on your novel surrounded by other writers. Refreshments for fueling up will be provided. Attendees will receive an exclusive Waukee Public Library NaNoWriMo pin!

Movie Afternoon: Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them
Saturday, Nov. 10 -1:00 PM

Bring your blanket and pillow and enjoy the show. Free popcorn provided. All ages are welcome. No registration required.

Pop-Up STEAM Programs

Gross Science
Friday, Nov. 2 – 4:30 PM

Spa Science
Friday, Nov. 16 – 4:30 PM

Electric Science
Friday, Nov. 30 – 4:30 PM

Local History Series: Iowa Connection WWI
Sunday, Nov. 11 – 1:00 PM

Presented by Fort Des Moines Education

In partnership with the Waukee Area Historical Society and sponsored by Heartland Co-op, the Waukee Public Library is proud to present this Local Series History Series program.

Winter Reading Kick-Off: Drawing with Tim Read
Saturday, Nov. 17 -10:00 AM

Get creative with artist and author Tim Read! Families will enjoy watching humorous live cartoon illustration and improvisational storytelling with help from the audience. Registration is required and will open three weeks prior to this event.

Christmas Crafts
Saturday, Dec. 1 -10:00 AM & 2:30 PM

For students in grades K-5.

Registration is required and will open three weeks prior to this event.

Gifts from the Kitchen
Saturday, Dec. 1 -1:00 PM

Come to make your own “friendship soup mix” and package it attractively in a mason jar, for a simple and healthy holiday gift.

Registration is required and will open three weeks prior to this event.

A Christmas Carol Tea
Saturday, Dec. 8 – 2:00 PM

Come to join us for warm tea and tasty delights in celebration of the 175th anniversary of Charles Dickens’ much-loved story, A Christmas Carol.

Registration is required and will open three weeks prior to this event.

This event is sponsored by the Waukee Public Library Friends Foundation.