Altoona Public Library

9:00am-9:00pm

Altoona Public Library
700 8th Street SW
Altoona, IA 50009
United States

View on Google Maps

Sun: 2:00pm-5:00pm

Mon-Thu: 9:00am-9:00pm

Fri-Sat: 9:00am-5:00pm

Week Calendar

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (7/27)	Mon (7/28)	Tue (7/29)	Wed (7/30)	Thu (7/31)	Fri (8/01)	Sat (8/02)
10 am		This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Baby and Me 10:00am–11:00am Children, 0-5 Years This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Altoona Public Library Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B) Age Group: Children, 0-5 Years Event Details: Join us for this interactive storytime designed for parents/caregivers and their infants and toddlers and their stuffies. We'll sing songs, listen to stories, make crafts, and learn early literacy skills. Disclaimer(s) Parent Supervision Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is Not Required	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Play Dough Playtime 10:00am–11:00am Children, 0-5 Years This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Altoona Public Library Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B) Age Group: Children, 0-5 Years Program Type: Creative Makers Event Details: Come squish, smoosh, roll and flatten play dough at our activity stations and learn about the important skills and benefits children are gaining by playing and exploring! Disclaimer(s) Parent Supervision Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is Not Required		This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Toddler Time 10:00am–11:00am Children, 0-5 Years This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Altoona Public Library Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B) Age Group: Children, 0-5 Years Program Type: Storytime Toddler Time Get ready to read, dance, and play at this interactive storytime! Join us for a half-hour of books, rhymes, and music perfect for your little ones. There will be a half-hour of free play time afterwards. Disclaimer(s) Parent Supervision Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is Not Required	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Pipsqueak Playdate 10:00am–11:00am Children, 0-5 Years This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Altoona Public Library Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B) Age Group: Children, 0-5 Years Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime Pipsqueak Playdate Play & socialization are important early literacy skills. Come participate in art, sensory activities, and free play at your own pace. There will be several stations to explore! Disclaimer(s) Parent Supervision Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is Not Required
11 am				This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Storytime Swim 11:15am–11:45am Children, 0-5 Years Offsite Event This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "0-5 Years" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Children, 0-5 Years Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us at the Altoona Aquatics Park for a short storytime in the shallow end of the pool. This storytime is recommended for children ages 6 and under, but siblings may also attend. Disclaimer(s) Inclement Weather This program is hosted outdoors. In case of inclement weather, please check back here for updates. This program is off-site Parent Supervision Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is Not Required
12 pm
1 pm			This event is in the "Seniors (Ages 60+)" group Senior Set: Speaker Series 1:00pm–3:00pm Seniors (Ages 60+) Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Seniors (Ages 60+)" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Altoona Public Library Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B) Age Group: Seniors (Ages 60+) Registration Required Event Details: Senior Set: Speaker Come listen to a speaker from the community as they share their knowledge and expertise with you. Beverages and snacks will be provided. This month we'll be doing a VR Pop-up! Come take a look at some of our Virtual Reality technology and try it out for yourself.
2 pm	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors (Ages 60+)" group This event is in the "Community Event" group Dungeons & Dragons Day 2:00pm–5:00pm Children, Teens (Grades 6-12), Adults (18+), Seniors (Ages 60+), Community Event This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors (Ages 60+)" group This event is in the "Community Event" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Altoona Public Library Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B) Age Group: Children, Teens (Grades 6-12), Adults (18+), Seniors (Ages 60+), Community Event Event Details: Join us for a celebration of all things Dungeons & Dragons! Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or fresh out of the academy, we’ll have activities for players of all ages, including snacks, crafts, puzzles, and prizes.						This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Glowforge Basics 2:00pm–4:00pm Adults (18+) Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Altoona Public Library Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B) Age Group: Adults (18+) Program Type: Creative Makers Registration Required Event Details: Interested in using our Glowforge Pro in the Maker Hub? This is where to start! We'll go over safety, cleaning, materials, and basic operation. Disclaimer(s) Maker Hub Maker Hub use is available for ages 18+. Minors must be accompanied by a legally responsible adult with the appropriate training certificate (issued by the library). You will be required to maintain proof of your certification(s). A waiver is required every time you use the Maker Hub. Waivers are available at the front desk, to be signed when you arrive for your Maker time slot.
3 pm		This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group Glowforge LED Light-Up Art 3:00pm–4:00pm Teens (Grades 6-12) Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Altoona Public Library Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B) Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12) Program Type: Creative Makers Registration Required Event Details: We're warming up the Glowforge to create beautiful pieces of engraved art! We'll create our own designs, or find ones we love, and then use the Glowforge to engrave them onto acrylic that will be illuminated in LED bases.		This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Grades K-3" group This event is in the "Grades 4-6" group LEGO Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Grades K-3, Grades 4-6 Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Grades K-3" group This event is in the "Grades 4-6" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Altoona Public Library Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B) Age Group: Children, Grades K-3, Grades 4-6 Program Type: Creative Makers, STEM Registration Required LEGO Club Do you like building with LEGOs? Then you'll love LEGO Club! Come build a masterpiece; we'll supply the LEGOs. Disclaimer(s) Parent Supervision Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Residency Registration Limit Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event. Registration for non-residents that is marked "yes" for residency will be canceled and moved to the pending waitlist if space is available. You may receive two emails, one for the cancelation and one for the pending waitlist. Your registration will automatically move to confirmed on the correct date if seats are available.	This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Grades K-3" group This event is in the "Grades 4-6" group Pokémon Club 3:30pm–4:30pm Children, Grades K-3, Grades 4-6 This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Grades K-3" group This event is in the "Grades 4-6" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Altoona Public Library Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B) Age Group: Children, Grades K-3, Grades 4-6 Program Type: Games Event Details: Pokémon fans drop in for themed crafts, activities and games. Show off your cards, play or chat with other fans! Disclaimer(s) Parent Supervision Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is Not Required Reservation Study Room Reservation 3:30pm–6:30pm Permission to use library meeting space in no way implies that the library supports the views espoused by the group. Library Branch: Altoona Public Library Room: Study Room 2
4 pm
5 pm
6 pm		This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Grades K-3" group This event is in the "Grades 4-6" group Crafty Kids 6:00pm–7:00pm Children, Grades K-3, Grades 4-6 Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Children" group This event is in the "Grades K-3" group This event is in the "Grades 4-6" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Altoona Public Library Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B) Age Group: Children, Grades K-3, Grades 4-6 Program Type: Creative Makers Registration Required Crafty Kids Creative crafts for creative kids! Our crafts can get messy sometimes, so please dress accordingly. Disclaimer(s) Parent Supervision Ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Residency Registration Limit Registration is open to Altoona and rural Polk County residents 4 weeks before the event. Registration will be open to the general public 3 weeks before the event. Registration for non-residents that is marked "yes" for residency will be canceled and moved to the pending waitlist if space is available. You may receive two emails, one for the cancelation and one for the pending waitlist. Your registration will automatically move to confirmed on the correct date if seats are available.			This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors (Ages 60+)" group Adult Coloring @ Brightside 6:30pm–8:30pm Adults (18+), Seniors (Ages 60+) Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults (18+)" group This event is in the "Seniors (Ages 60+)" group Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults (18+), Seniors (Ages 60+) Program Type: Creative Makers Adult Coloring at Brightside Aleworks Join us at Brightside Aleworks (480 Center Pl) at 6:30pm for a fun night of coloring! We will bring the art supplies, you can bring your friends and money for drinks! Disclaimer(s) Registration is Not Required	This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group Laser Tag Lock-In 6:00pm–8:00pm Teens (Grades 6-12) Closed Registration Required This event is in the "Teens (Grades 6-12)" group Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Altoona Public Library Room: Meeting Room Full (A&B) Age Group: Teens (Grades 6-12) Program Type: Games Registration Required Event Details: Join us for a battle in the stacks! After closing, the whole library will be our battlefield for laser tag. Comfortable clothing and shoes recommended.