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Just Two Weeks Left—Don’t Forget to Claim Your Summer Challenge Prizes!The Level Up at Your Library reading and activity challenge wraps up on July 31! That is the last day to log your reading and collect your prizes. Visit waukeelibrary.beanstack.org to log your reading online, or stop by the Library to turn in your paper logs. |
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Explore and Learn with World Book Online Looking for trustworthy information that’s actually easy to understand? World Book Online has you covered. This digital encyclopedia is perfect for curious minds of all ages—whether you’re tackling a school project, exploring a new topic, or just love to learn. You’ll find everything from biographies and science experiments to maps, timelines, and educational games. With interactive articles, engaging videos, and built-in research tools, it’s a fun and reliable way to explore the world and it’s all free with your library card! |
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Now Available: Mometrix eLibrary—Top-Notch Test Prep, Free with Your Library Card!
Big news! You now have access to Mometrix eLibrary, a powerful new test prep tool—available through the Waukee Public Library from the State Library of Iowa. Whether you're prepping for the ACT, SAT, GRE, NCLEX, Praxis, civil service exams, or high school placement tests, Mometrix has you covered with:
• Easy-to-follow study guides
• Practice tests and flashcards
• Tools for every age and stage—from students to professionals This statewide resource is completely free and available anytime, anywhere with your library card. Get started today at waukee.org/online-library and take the stress out of test prep! |
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Tween Nerf Night July 21 | 5 PM Dodge, dash, and tag your way to victory in this action-packed Nerf challenge! Join your friends in a fast-paced game of strategy and skill as you outmaneuver the opposing team. We’ll provide the supplies—you bring your energy and quick reflexes. Whether you're playing offense, defense, or just having fun, this friendly competition is all about teamwork and excitement. For students entering grades 4-6 in the Fall. Registration required. |
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Pajama Storytime Mondays in July | 6:15 PM Put on your PJs and come to the Library for around 25 minutes of interactive bedtime songs, stories, and fun. For kids 0-5 years old and their caregivers. Registration is not required. |
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Teen Nerf Night July 21 | 6:30 PM Dodge, dash, and tag your way to victory in this action-packed Nerf challenge! Join your friends in a fast-paced game of strategy and skill as you outmaneuver the opposing team. We’ll provide the supplies—you bring your energy and quick reflexes. Whether you're playing offense, defense, or just having fun, this friendly competition is all about teamwork and excitement. For students entering grades 7-12 in the Fall. Registration required. |
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Toddler Time Enjoy 20-25 minutes of short stories, songs, and lots of movement followed by playtime to build early literacy skills. For kids 18 mo.-3 years old and their caregivers. Each session in the same week is a repeat event. Please limit attendance to one session per week. Monthly registration is required. |
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Preschool Storytime Wednesdays in July | 10 AM Make a simple craft after 25-30 minutes of stories, songs, and rhymes. For kids 3.5-5 years old and their caregivers. Each session in the same week is a repeat event. Please limit attendance to one session per week. Monthly registration is required. |
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Rummikub Round-up July 23 | 10 AM Adults ages 18+ are invited to drop-in anytime between 10-11:30 AM to play a fun and friendly game of Rummikub! Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, all skill levels are welcome. For adults ages 18+. Registration is not required. |
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Elementary STEAM Adventures July 23 | 2:30 PM Explore some of your favorite video games with a variety of hands-on STEAM activities! The July sessions are a repeat of the June sessions. This session, explore the world of Sonic the Hedgehog. For kids entering grades 1-5 in the fall and their caregivers. Registration is required. |
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Reading Buddies July 24 | 4 PM The Reading Buddies program helps children build positive relationships with literacy. Children are matched with a teen volunteer, and the pair will spend 20 minutes reading books together. Kids may choose to read to their buddy or to have their buddy read to them. The Library will provide a selection of books, or kids may bring their own books. Caregivers do not need to stay in the room during this program, but they should be available in the library. For kids entering grades K-3 in the fall. Registration is required. |
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Reading Buddies July 31 | 4 PM The Reading Buddies program helps children build positive relationships with literacy. Children are matched with a teen volunteer, and the pair will spend 20 minutes reading books together. Kids may choose to read to their buddy or to have their buddy read to them. The Library will provide a selection of books, or kids may bring their own books. Caregivers do not need to stay in the room during this program, but they should be available in the library. For kids entering grades K-3 in the fall. Registration is required. |
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Elementary Maker Packs Aug. 1 | Library HoursA fun take-home project available for pick up the first week of each month. Packs come with most of the needed supplies to take home and make. This month, kids will make foam embroidery. For kids entering grades K-5 in the fall. Registration is required. |
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Teen Maker Packs Aug. 1 | Library HoursA fun project with a different activity to pick up the first week of each month. Packs come with most of the needed supplies to complete the activity. This month, students will make backpack charms and keychains. For students entering grades 6-12 in the fall. Registration is required. |
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Adult Maker Packs Aug. 1 | Library HoursA fun take and make craft to pick up the first week of each month. Packs come with most necessary supplies. This month, participants will make a Pac-Man Water Bottle. Limit one per household. For adults ages 18+ only. Registration is required. |
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Snacks & Facts: Stroke Prevention Aug. 1 | 11:30 AM No time to attend an evening or weekend program? Try our Snacks & Facts series! We’ll have a speaker the first Friday of each month (except December and July), now held in the library! Come ready to learn, and we’ll provide the snacks! Stick around afterward for Waukee Parks & Recreation’s bingo at 1 PM for $1 per play. Terri Hamm, Stroke Team Coordinator for MercyOne in Des Moines, will share information that might just save a life! For adults ages 18+. Registration is not required. |
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Friends and Family Board Games Aug. 4 | 6 PM Join us for a fun evening of playing board games with your family and friends. We will have an assortment of board games available to play! Come for an evening filled with joy, laughter and a little competition. Snacks will be provided. For ages 5 years-adult. Registration is requested. |
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Stories in the Park Aug. 5 | 10 AM Get outside and enjoy around 25 minutes of songs and stories at Windfield Park (114 Windfield Parkway). For kids 0-5 years old and their caregivers. Registration is not required. |
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Rummikub Round-up Aug. 6 | 10 AM Adults ages 18+ are invited to drop-in anytime between 10-11:30 AM to play a fun and friendly game of Rummikub! Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, all skill levels are welcome. For adults ages 18+. Registration is not required. |
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Dallas County Conservation Aug. 7 | 10 AM Join Miss Erica from Dallas County Conservation for stories and activities to learn more about animals. For kids ages 3+ years and their caregivers. Registration is required. |
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Afternoon Book Club Aug. 7 | 2:30 PM Meet in the Library’s Coal Mine Meeting Room at 2:30 PM on the first Thursday of each month (except January and July) for a lively discussion. Copies of each month’s book may be picked up at the Library’s front desk or during the meeting, while supplies last. This month we will discuss Dear Edward by Ann Napolitano. For adults ages 18+. Registration is not required. |
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Bricks and Beads Aug. 9 | 10 AM Calling all crafty engineers! Drop-in and get creative with the Library's LEGO collection or make a Perler bead design. Elementary-aged students should be accompanied by an adult during the program. For ages 5 years-adult. Registration is not required. |
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Stories in the Park Aug. 12 | 10 AM Get outside and enjoy around 25 minutes of songs and stories at Windfield Park (114 Windfield Parkway). For kids 0-5 years old and their caregivers. Registration is not required. |
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Senior Technology Class: Setting Up Your Phone for Success Aug. 14 | 10 AM This hands-on class focuses on simple changes that personalize your phone to your needs and make it easier to use. We will focus on how things appear on your screen, quickly accessing key contacts, and functional features that will improve your smartphone experience. For adults ages 18+. Registration is requested and open on July 24. |
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Non-Fiction Book Club Aug. 14 | 4:30 PM Each month explore a fascinating true story, followed by an extended learning activity. Kids don’t need to read the book in advance. Caregivers aren’t required to stay in the room for this program. This month's book is "At the Poles," by David Elliott. |
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Stuffed Animal Sleepover Aug. 15 | 6:15 PM Bring a toy, (but not the one you need to fall asleep!) and wear your PJs for a special bedtime storytime. Afterward, you’ll go home, but your toy will stay at the Library! Come back Saturday morning to collect your toy, see what they did overnight, and enjoy donuts, fruit and juice. For kids of all ages and their caregivers. Registration is required and opens on July 25. |
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