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All Day 5/26 - 5/27
Grimes Public Library

The Library is closed for Memorial Day.

Closing
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Grimes Public Library
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The Library is closed for Memorial Day.

Sensory Spaces

Sunday, June 2, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Special Event
Age Group:
School-Aged
Event Details:

For those wishing to visit the Library in a more controlled sensory environment, Grimes Public Library is one of many Metro Area Libraries offering Sensory Spaces in the Metro. Sen...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Community Event, Special Event
Event Details:

For those wishing to visit the Library in a more controlled sensory environment, Grimes Public Library is one of many Metro Area Libraries offering Sensory Spaces in the Metro.

Library Closure

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Grimes Public Library

The Library will be closed until noon for staff to participate in the Governors Day parade.

Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed until noon for staff to participate in the Governors Day parade.

Pokemon Play

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Special Event
Age Group:
School-Aged
Event Details:

So you love collecting Pokémon cards but have not played the game yet? Don't miss out on the fun of playing the card game! Join us for a tutorial session to learn how to play. Don'...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Other, Special Event
Event Details:

So you love collecting Pokémon cards but have not played the game yet? Don't miss out on the fun of playing the card game! Join us for a tutorial session to learn how to play. Don't forget to bring your own cards for trading. Snacks available!

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. 

Reduce, Reuse and ReBUILD

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Special Event
Age Group:
School-Aged
Event Details:

Cut, glue, and tape old cereal boxes, tin cans, and other recycled materials to transform them into new creations!

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Special Event
Event Details:

Cut, glue, and tape old cereal boxes, tin cans, and other recycled materials to transform them into new creations!

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. 

2 children in chefs hats

Books and Cooks: Oatmeal Bites

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Workshop
Age Group:
School-Aged
Books & Cooks:

Calling all cooks! Enjoy a food-themed story then make and taste your own kid-approved healthy treat! 

Event Details:

This month we will make oatmeal bites. Registration is required - please note any food allergies at registration.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Storytime, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Calling all cooks! Enjoy a food-themed story then make and taste your own kid-approved healthy treat! 

This month we will make oatmeal bites. Registration is required - please note any food allergies at registration.

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. 

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.

Library Closure

All Day
Grimes Public Library

The Library is closed for Father's Day.

Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Father's Day.

Two therapy dogs with the text "Tail Waggin Readers"

Tail Waggin Readers

Saturday, June 22, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Reading Skills
Age Group:
School-Aged
Tail Waggin' Readers:

Strengthen your reading skills! Register for 15 minutes of reading aloud and 5 minutes of play with a therapy dog. Your child may bring their own book to read, or come a few minute...

Event Details:

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Reading Skills
Event Details:

Strengthen your reading skills! Register for 15 minutes of reading aloud and 5 minutes of play with a therapy dog. Your child may bring their own book to read, or come a few minutes early to choose a library book. If your child is able, we encourage them to attend this program on their own. Parents are free to wait in the Library. 

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

The words "Lego Club" with a Lego face as the "o"

Lego Club

Thursday, June 27, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Open Play, Workshop
Age Group:
School-Aged
LEGO Club:

Bring your creativity and build with our blocks to our monthly theme! *LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this club.

Event Details:

The theme for June is Fidgets!

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Open Play, Workshop
Event Details:

Bring your creativity and build with our blocks to our monthly theme! *LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this club.

The theme for June is Fidgets!

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.

Library Closure

All Day
Grimes Public Library

The Library is closed for Independence Day.

Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Independence Day.

Instrument Petting Zoo with Des Moines Symphony

Monday, July 8, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:45am
Storytime Room at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Performance, Workshop
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K, School-Aged
Event Details:

Join members of the Des Moines Symphony Academy as we learn about and explore the violin, the cello, and more!  Specifically geared toward ages 4-6, but older kids welcome. 45...

Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, School-Aged
Program Type: Performance, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join members of the Des Moines Symphony Academy as we learn about and explore the violin, the cello, and more!  Specifically geared toward ages 4-6, but older kids welcome. 45 minute workshop.

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.

Drawing with Scissors

Thursday, July 11, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School-Aged
Event Details:

Bring your creative side and create a collage inspired by famous artist Henri Matisse

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

Bring your creative side and create a collage inspired by famous artist Henri Matisse

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.

Two therapy dogs with the text "Tail Waggin Readers"

Tail Waggin Readers

Saturday, July 13, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Reading Skills
Age Group:
School-Aged
Tail Waggin' Readers:

Strengthen your reading skills! Register for 15 minutes of reading aloud and 5 minutes of play with a therapy dog. Your child may bring their own book to read, or come a few minute...

Event Details:

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Reading Skills
Event Details:

Strengthen your reading skills! Register for 15 minutes of reading aloud and 5 minutes of play with a therapy dog. Your child may bring their own book to read, or come a few minutes early to choose a library book. If your child is able, we encourage them to attend this program on their own. Parents are free to wait in the Library. 

REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Quidditch Practice

Monday, July 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Parking Lot at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
School-Aged
Event Details:

Help us kick off Harry Potter week with a Quidditch practice. Race on your broom, toss the quaffle, and break open the golden snitch pinata! This event will be held outside in the ...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Help us kick off Harry Potter week with a Quidditch practice. Race on your broom, toss the quaffle, and break open the golden snitch pinata! This event will be held outside in the grass west of the library.

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. 

2 children in chefs hats

Books and Cooks: Butterbeer Pancakes

Saturday, July 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Workshop
Age Group:
School-Aged
Books & Cooks:

Calling all cooks! Enjoy a food-themed story then make and taste your own kid-approved healthy treat! 

Event Details:

This month we will make butterbeer pancakes. Registration is required - please note any food allergies at registration. 

Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Storytime, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Calling all cooks! Enjoy a food-themed story then make and taste your own kid-approved healthy treat! 

This month we will make butterbeer pancakes. Registration is required - please note any food allergies at registration. 

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. 

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.

The words "Lego Club" with a Lego face as the "o"

Lego Club

Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Open Play, Workshop
Age Group:
School-Aged
LEGO Club:

Bring your creativity and build with our blocks to our monthly theme! *LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this club.

Event Details:

The theme for July is pendulums!

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Open Play, Workshop
Event Details:

Bring your creativity and build with our blocks to our monthly theme! *LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this club.

The theme for July is pendulums!

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. 

Tie Your Shoes Bootcamp

Friday, July 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
School-Aged
Event Details:

Shoelaces got you in a knot? Join us for crafts, group activities, and of course, practice tying your shoes! Every kid leaves with a new pair of laces! This program is geared towar...

Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Shoelaces got you in a knot? Join us for crafts, group activities, and of course, practice tying your shoes! Every kid leaves with a new pair of laces! This program is geared toward children entering first and second grade.

Library Closure

All Day 9/1 - 9/2
Grimes Public Library

The Library is closed for Labor Day.

Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Labor Day.

Library Closure

All Day
Grimes Public Library

The library is closed for staff training. 

Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The library is closed for staff training. 

Library Closure

All Day
Grimes Public Library

The Library is closed for staff inservice. 

Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for staff inservice. 

Library Closure

All Day
Grimes Public Library

The Library is closed for Veteran's Day.

Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Veteran's Day.

Library Closure

11/27/2024 @ 4:00pm to 11/29/2024 @ 8:00pm
Grimes Public Library

The Library is closed for Thanksgiving.

Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Thanksgiving.

Library Closure

All Day 12/24 - 12/25
Grimes Public Library

The Library is closed for Christmas.

Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Christmas.

Library Closure

12/31/2024 @ 4:00pm to 01/01/2025 @ 8:00pm
Grimes Public Library

The Library is closed for New Year's.

Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for New Year's.