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0-5 Playtime

Friday, March 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Full Program Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Children ages 0-5 years and their caregivers are invited to drop in the front program rooms and play with a variety of the library’s toys to build social and early literacy skills. 

For kids 0-5 years old and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Early Out

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Coal Mine Meeting Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens

Join us the first early out of each month for a structured activity and snacks. The second early out each month will be for games, coloring, or just hanging out. This month our first early out will be Bingo!

Open
Registration Required

Library Closed

All Day
Waukee Public Library

The Library is closed for the Easter holiday.

Closing
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Early Out

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Coal Mine Meeting Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens

Join us the first early out of each month for a structured activity and snacks. The second early out each month will be for games, coloring, or just hanging out. 

For students in grades 6 -12. 

Open
Registration Required

Library Closed

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 9:00am - 1:30pm
Waukee Public Library

The Library will be closed until 1:30 PM for staff training.

Closing
This event is in the "Kids" group

0-5 Playtime

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Full Program Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, STEAM
Age Group:
Kids

Children ages 0-5 years and their caregivers are invited to drop in the front program rooms and play with a variety of the library’s toys to build social and early literacy skills. 

For kids 0-5 years old and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Early Out

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens

Join the Library and Waukee Parks and Recreation staff for fun outdoor crafts, games, and snacks at the Windfield West Apartments from 1:30-3:30 PM. 

For students in grades 6 -12. 

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This event is in the "Teens" group
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This event is in the "Multi-Age" group

Star Wars Day

Friday, May 1, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Full Program Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Multi-Age

May the Force be with you! Come celebrate a galaxy far, far away with crafts, games, activities, and nostalgia for the whole family.  

For all ages.  

Registration is requested. 

Upcoming
Registration Required

Library Closed

All Day
Waukee Public Library

The Library is closed for Mother's Day.

Closing
This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Early Out

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Coal Mine Meeting Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens

Teens are invited to play games, color, or just hanging out!

For students in grades 6 -12. 

Registration is requested. Please register for a seat for each teen attending.

Upcoming
Registration Required

Library Closed

All Day 5/24 - 5/25
Waukee Public Library

The Library is closed for Memorial Day.

Closing

Library Closed

All Day
Waukee Public Library

The Library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Closing
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This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
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Dinosaur Adventure Room

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 9:30am - 7:30pm
Full Program Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Multi-Age

Kick off our “Unearth a Story” Summer Challenge with activity stations all about dinosaurs! From a mini fossil dig to a game of tricera-toss, there’s lots to explore.  

 

For all ages. 

 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Multi-Age" group

Dinosaur Adventure Room

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 9:30am - 7:30pm
Full Program Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Multi-Age

Kick off our “Unearth a Story” Summer Challenge with activity stations all about dinosaurs! From a mini fossil dig to a game of tricera-toss, there’s lots to explore.  

 

For all ages. 

 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Multi-Age" group

Dinosaur Adventure Room

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 9:30am - 5:30pm
Full Program Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Multi-Age

Kick off our “Unearth a Story” Summer Challenge with activity stations all about dinosaurs! From a mini fossil dig to a game of tricera-toss, there’s lots to explore.  

 

For all ages. 

 

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Multi-Age" group

Dinosaur Adventure Room

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Full Program Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Multi-Age

Kick off our “Unearth a Story” Summer Challenge with activity stations all about dinosaurs! From a mini fossil dig to a game of tricera-toss, there’s lots to explore.  

 

For all ages. 

 

Library Closed

All Day
Waukee Public Library

The Library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Closing

Library Closed

All Day
Waukee Public Library

The Library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Closing
This event is in the "Adults" group

Jurassic Escape Room

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Full Program Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all paleontologists and dinosaur fans! You will need to work with your team and use your knowledge of the Jurassic Park and Jurassic World movies to solve clues. Your team has 30 minutes to save the day! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Jurassic Escape Room

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Full Program Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all paleontologists and dinosaur fans! You will need to work with your team and use your knowledge of the Jurassic Park and Jurassic World movies to solve clues. Your team has 30 minutes to save the day! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Jurassic Escape Room

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 1:00pm - 1:30pm
Full Program Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all paleontologists and dinosaur fans! You will need to work with your team and use your knowledge of the Jurassic Park and Jurassic World movies to solve clues. Your team has 30 minutes to save the day! 

Upcoming
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Jurassic Escape Room

Saturday, June 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Full Program Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Calling all paleontologists and dinosaur fans! You will need to work with your team and use your knowledge of the Jurassic Park and Jurassic World movies to solve clues. Your team has 30 minutes to save the day! 

Upcoming
Registration Required

Library Closed

All Day
Waukee Public Library

The Library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Closing
This event is in the "Adults" group

Jigsaw Showdown

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Full Program Room at Waukee Public Library
Program Type:
Entertainment
Age Group:
Adults

Gather a team of up to four and put your skills to the test in this high-speed puzzle competition! Each group will tackle the same 500-piece puzzle, racing against the clock and each other to be the first to finish.

Upcoming
Registration Required