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Baby Storytime

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Baby Storytime:

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages birth-24 months, but older children are welcome to attend. 

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages birth-24 months, but older children are welcome to attend. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Working

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Study Room 3 at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

working

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 3
Purpose of Meeting

working

Baby & Toddler Open Play

Baby & Toddler Open Play

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Open Play
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Baby and Toddler Open Play:

Unstructured time for children to socialize and play with a variety of toys and sensory items. All toys will be age appropriate for ages 0-3 but older children are welcome to atten...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Open Play

Unstructured time for children to socialize and play with a variety of toys and sensory items. All toys will be age appropriate for ages 0-3 but older children are welcome to attend.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Shanna Ford

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:45pm
Study Room 5 at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Job interview

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 5
Purpose of Meeting

Job interview

Dana McNamara

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Study Room 4 at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Monthly Career Planning Meeting

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
Purpose of Meeting

Monthly Career Planning Meeting

Japanese Study Session

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Study Room 5 at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

To study Japanese

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 5
Purpose of Meeting

To study Japanese

Japanese Study Session

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 5 at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Study Japanese

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 5
Purpose of Meeting

Study Japanese

American Heart Association

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room B at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

CPR

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Purpose of Meeting

CPR

Tutoring

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Study Room 4 at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Tutoring

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
Purpose of Meeting

Tutoring

Tutoring

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Study Room 5 at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Tutoring

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 5
Purpose of Meeting

Tutoring

Grimes Public Library Board of Trustees

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Feb 2026 COWC

Check Out What's Cooking at the Library

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room C at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Check Out What's Cooking at the Library:

Join us for this interactive cooking series where we will highlight delicious recipes from cookbooks in our collection. A library staff member will demonstrate how to make the dish...

There are many dried beans that are healthy and easy to use in everyday recipes.  How to soak, prepare and cook beans will be covered.  

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for this interactive cooking series where we will highlight delicious recipes from cookbooks in our collection. A library staff member will demonstrate how to make the dishes with patron participation. Supplies are provided and registration is required. 

There are many dried beans that are healthy and easy to use in everyday recipes.  How to soak, prepare and cook beans will be covered.  

Disclaimer(s)

Food Program

We cannot guarantee that food programs at the library will be free of allergens. Please contact library staff to further discuss food allergy concerns.

Chevalia Run Board Meeting

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Bi-monthly board meeting.

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Purpose of Meeting

Bi-monthly board meeting.

Individual Speech Practice

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Study Room 4 at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Individual Speech Practice

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
Purpose of Meeting

Individual Speech Practice

Metro Utility Managers

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Quarterly meeting of metro utility managers

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting

Quarterly meeting of metro utility managers

Bear reading a book surrounded by woodland animals

Storytime

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Storytime:

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages 2-5, but any age is welcome to attend. 

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages 2-5, but any age is welcome to attend. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Study

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 12:45pm - 2:45pm
Study Room 5 at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Study

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 5
Purpose of Meeting

Study

A school bus

Early Out

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School-Aged
Early Out:

Stay busy at the Library during early dismissals. Virtual Reality, Nintendo Switch, and computers are available for play, as well as crafts and activities for kids in Meeting Room ...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Arts & Crafts

Stay busy at the Library during early dismissals. Virtual Reality, Nintendo Switch, and computers are available for play, as well as crafts and activities for kids in Meeting Room C/D and for teens on the Mezzanine. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Not Required

Children and teens aged 6 and older may be left unattended at library activities, however we encourage parents to attend with children who may need additional assistance with the activity. 

Individual Speech Practice

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Study Room 4 at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Individual Speech Practice

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
Purpose of Meeting

Individual Speech Practice

SBC Feb

Silent Book Club

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Looking for a cozy space to read and connect with fellow book lovers? Join the Johnston and Grimes Public Libraries at Silent Book Club! Unlike traditional book clubs, there's no required reading, just bring whatever you’re currently enjoying.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Looking for a cozy space to read and connect with fellow book lovers? Join the Johnston and Grimes Public Libraries at Silent Book Club! Unlike traditional book clubs, there's no required reading, just bring whatever you’re currently enjoying.

FHI Meeting

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 9:30am - 11:30am
Study Room 4 at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Conduct business

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
Purpose of Meeting

Conduct business

Bear reading a book surrounded by woodland animals

Storytime

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K
Storytime:

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages 2-5, but any age is welcome to attend. 

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
Program Type: Storytime

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages 2-5, but any age is welcome to attend. 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Study

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 12:45pm - 2:45pm
Study Room 5 at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Study

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 5
Purpose of Meeting

Study

Women’s Bible Study

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 12:45pm - 3:15pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Women’s Bible Study

This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting

Women’s Bible Study