Classes & Workshops in Little Rock, IA

Teen Early Out

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 6:30 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA · Ages 10–17

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.

Candle Painting

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA · Ages 18+

Transform plain candles into colorful creations. Use simple wax painting to create one-of-a-kind works of art. For adults ages 18+ Registration is required.

Senior Tech Class: Smart Homes

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 3:00 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA · Ages 18+

This class will teach you how to ask the right questions when deciding to add smart home devices to your life. This class will teach you how to use your smartphone with smart home devices to make everyday tasks easier. For adults ages 18+. Registration is requested. Please register for a seat for..

Fort Wayne TinCaps at Cedar Rapids Kernels

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 5:05 PM UTC · Veterans Memorial Stadium · 950 Rockford Rd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA

MiLB High-A: Fort Wayne TinCaps at Cedar Rapids Kernels at Veterans Memorial Stadium

Tyrant Wrestling: US National Duals

In 2 weeks · Fri, May 22, 5:00 AM UTC · TBK Bank Sports Complex & Entertainment · 4850 Competition Drive, Bettendorf, IA

Event Info All participants are required to complete the online waiver. Wrestlers can show the confirmation QR code or email at weigh-ins from a cell phone or by printing a paper copy. Clic

Teen Mario Kart Tournament

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 9:00 PM–9:30 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

Let's go! Drive, dodge, and maneuver your way to a first-place finish in our Mario Kart Tournament! Prizes for the winners. 6th grade and up. This is a drop-in program - no registration necessary. Tournaments happen every Wednesday.

Beloit Sky Carp at Quad Cities River Bandits

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:30 PM UTC · Modern Woodmen Park · 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA

MiLB High-A: Beloit Sky Carp at Quad Cities River Bandits at Modern Woodmen Park

The Wall That Heals

In 2 weeks · May 22 – May 26 · Lewis Central High School · 3504 Harry Langdon Blvd, Council Bluffs, IA

Preschool Play Day

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 3:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

Early Out Bricks and Beads

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA

Calling all crafty engineers! Drop-in and get creative with the Library's LEGO collection or make a Perler bead design. This month's design theme is: Outer Space! For kids in grades 1-5 and their caregivers. Registration is required. Please register for a seat for each child attending.

Quad Cities River Bandits at Cedar Rapids Kernels

In 3 weeks · Tue, May 26, 11:35 PM UTC · Veterans Memorial Stadium · 950 Rockford Rd SW, Cedar Rapids, IA

MiLB High-A: Quad Cities River Bandits at Cedar Rapids Kernels at Veterans Memorial Stadium

Memphis Redbirds at Iowa Cubs

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:38 PM UTC · Principal Park · 1 Line Dr, Des Moines, IA

MiLB Triple-A: Memphis Redbirds at Iowa Cubs at Principal Park

Friends of the Library Meeting

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Indianola Public Library · 207 N B St, Indianola, IA

Monthly meeting of the Friends of the Indianola Public Library Board leadership.

Teen Smash Bros. Tournament

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

Test your skills! Prizes and bragging rights for the winners. Tournaments will be held every Wednesday. 6th grade and up. No registration necessary.

Senior Crafting Social with Pinicon Senior Living

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

Senior Crafting Social is a fun and relaxing program for seniors to learn a new craft and enjoy connecting with other seniors in the area. Enjoy projects like paint by number, both bomb making, and seasonal crafts at no cost. This program is hosted in partnership with Pinicon Senior Living. About...

WIN Wednesdays at Prairie Ridge

In 2 weeks · Wed, May 20, 1:30 PM–2:00 PM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

Sign up for WIN in Mrs. Mertz classroom to make a fun craft, enjoy a snack, and talk about your favorite books!

Craft Club

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Urbandale Public Library · 3520 86th St, Urbandale, IA

*Previously called Spinning Yarns, but was reimagined for all crafters!

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 9:30 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

Registration for this program is required and can be found on the library's website.

Retirement University: Embracing Wellness, Embracing Life - A Guide to Thriving Through the Years

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

Aging well isn’t about perfection; it’s about making intentional choices that help you feel your best, stay connected, and enjoy each chapter of life with purpose and vitality. Join us for a presentation around a whole‑person approach to living a healthier, more fulfilling life. Small daily...

Books & Bagels (Ankeny Centennial High School)

In 2 weeks · Fri, May 22, 12:45 PM–1:15 PM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

Join us before school in the library to eat bagels (or other breakfast pastries) and chat about what you're reading!

Urbandale Public Library Board of Trustees

In 3 weeks · Tue, May 26, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Urbandale Public Library · 3520 86th St, Urbandale, IA

Stories in the Park

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 3:00 PM–3:45 PM UTC · Waukee Public Library · 950 S Warrior Ln, Waukee, IA

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.

Farmers State Bank Financial Series: Social Security - What You Need to Know

In 2 weeks · Wed, May 20, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

Social Security plays a key role in retirement, but navigating your options can be complex. Join Farmers State Bank for a free seminar to explore strategies for maximizing benefits, including tips for couples, early retirees, and surviving spouses, in order to make informed decisions with...

No Story Hours This Week

In 1 week · May 18 – May 22 · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

No Story Time Together, Terrific Tuesdays, Move & Groove, Toddler Time, or Bouncing Babies. We are on a story time break to get ready for our 2026 Summer Reading Program! Story Time programs will resume on Monday, June 1.

Virtual Author Talk: Nir Eyal

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential with Nir EyalInternationally Bestselling Author of Hooked and IndistractibleWhat if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible…was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling author Nir Eyal in his new work, Beyond...

Social Chess

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

The purpose of this program is to promote the magnificent game of chess in Ankeny by bringing players of all ages and skill levels together at the library for a relaxing and informal evening of chess. Bring your own board or use one of ours.

Tai Chi for Beginners

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

This Tai Chi program is geared towards beginners who aren't sure where to start or are afraid of joining an advanced class.

Sourdough Bagels

In 2 weeks · Wed, May 20, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

Learn the basics of making sourdough bagels in this hands-on demonstration led by local baker Diane Ward, featuring step-by-step guidance, baking tips, and delicious samples to enjoy. Ages 18+, registration required.

Hopeful Mama Foundation Support Group

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 11:00 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

Emily Patel’s experience with infertility started when she was 25 years old and diagnosed with Premature Ovarian Failure. With the advances of science, she is now a mama, through donor egg IVF, to two precious little girls: Penelope and Everly. Hopeful Mama was established to leave a personal...

Adult Dungeons & Dragons

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 10:45 PM–12:45 AM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

It's time to dust off your dice and roll with advantage! Join our Game Master, Juan, as he weaves an adventure for the bravest D&D players in our community. This group meets every other week. Registration is full for this event - click here to fill out a player form to register for upcoming...

Daytime Knit Wits

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

VolunTEENS

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 7:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

Are you a student in 8th through 12th grade looking to make a difference in your community? Join our VolunTEEN program at JPL! On the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month, from 2:00 - 5:00 p.m., you can volunteer to help with tasks that support our youth events. Volunteers will help prepare crafts...

Write on Thursdays

In 2 weeks · Thu, May 21, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Ankeny Kirkendall Public Library · 1250 SW District Dr, Ankeny, IA

Join us for our new writer's workshop! Come and share your own work, get advice from others and make connections with other local authors.

Toddler Time

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 3:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

Dungeons & Dragons

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 11:30 PM–1:00 AM UTC · Johnston Public Library · 6700 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA

Beginners and experienced adventurers welcome! Bring a character or use one of our premade characters. We will meet monthly. 6th-12th grade. Registration required. This event is part of a combined series. If you register for this event, you will be automatically registered for all of the following..

Adult Pathfinder

In 1 week · Wed, May 13, 10:30 PM–12:45 AM UTC · Marion Public Library · 1095 6th Ave, Marion, IA

It's time to dust off your dice and roll with advantage! Join our Game Master, Michael, as he weaves an adventure for the bravest Pathfinder players in our community. This group meets every week. Registration is full for this event - click here to fill out a player form to register for upcoming...