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Early Out

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School-Aged, Teens
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, Teens
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. 

This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Spring Break Kit

All Day
Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
School-Aged

Pick up a take-home kit with math themed activities for your child to do each weekday of spring break. This kit will contain 6 guided activities, and most supplies needed for each activity.

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Pick up a take-home kit with math themed activities for your child to do each weekday of spring break. This kit will contain 6 guided activities, and most supplies needed for each activity.

This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Junior Librarians Mini Camp

Monday, March 16, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
School-Aged

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a librarian? Even though librarians are surrounded by books, that doesn't mean they get to read all day - but the doesn't make it any less fun!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a librarian? Even though librarians are surrounded by books, that doesn't mean they get to read all day - but the doesn't make it any less fun!

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. 

This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Junior Librarians Mini Camp

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
School-Aged

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a librarian? Even though librarians are surrounded by books, that doesn't mean they get to read all day - but the doesn't make it any less fun!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a librarian? Even though librarians are surrounded by books, that doesn't mean they get to read all day - but the doesn't make it any less fun!

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. 

This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Junior Librarians Mini Camp

Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
School-Aged

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a librarian? Even though librarians are surrounded by books, that doesn't mean they get to read all day - but the doesn't make it any less fun!

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a librarian? Even though librarians are surrounded by books, that doesn't mean they get to read all day - but the doesn't make it any less fun!

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. 

This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Tail Waggin Readers

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D 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 minutes...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
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 is required. This program is also a great way to introduce children who are hesitant around animals to a trained therapy pet! 

*Remember that all animals, even trained therapy pets can get overwhelmed. We expect all readers to be gentle and respectful with their Therapet partner. Handlers know their pets best and may end the reservation at any time for the safety of the pet and child. 

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. 

This event is in the "School-Aged" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Early Out

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School-Aged, Teens
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 ...

Brenton Arboretum will be visiting with hands on activities All About Birds!

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

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. 

Brenton Arboretum will be visiting with hands on activities All About Birds!

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. 

Library Closed

All Day 4/1 - 4/5
Grimes Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
This event is in the "School-Aged" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Early Out

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School-Aged, Teens
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, Teens
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. 

This event is in the "School-Aged" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Early Out

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School-Aged, Teens
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, Teens
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. 

This event is in the "School-Aged" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Early Out

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School-Aged, Teens
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, Teens
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. 

This event is in the "School-Aged" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Escape Room: Pandora's Box

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
School-Aged, Teens

Can you open Pandora's Box in this Greek Mythology themed escape room? For ages 9-17. Registration required.

Registration opens March 24th.

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

Can you open Pandora's Box in this Greek Mythology themed escape room? For ages 9-17. Registration required.

Registration opens March 24th.

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. 

This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Tail Waggin Readers

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D 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 minutes...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
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 is required. This program is also a great way to introduce children who are hesitant around animals to a trained therapy pet! 

*Remember that all animals, even trained therapy pets can get overwhelmed. We expect all readers to be gentle and respectful with their Therapet partner. Handlers know their pets best and may end the reservation at any time for the safety of the pet and child. 

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. 

This event is in the "School-Aged" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Early Out

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
School-Aged, Teens
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, Teens
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. 

Library Closure

All Day 5/9 - 5/10
Grimes Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library

Library Closure

All Day 5/23 - 5/25
Grimes Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Storytime

Thursday, June 4, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
School-Aged
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: School-Aged
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.

Opening Late for Governor's Day

Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Grimes Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Garden Club

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
School-Aged

Sign up for this two-session program as we grow and care for a house made of sunflowers!  Plant seedlings, sign up for a shared watering and weeding schedule through June and July, and even harvest the sunflowers when they’re ready in late su

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Sign up for this two-session program as we grow and care for a house made of sunflowers!  Plant seedlings, sign up for a shared watering and weeding schedule through June and July, and even harvest the sunflowers when they’re ready in late su

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. 

This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Storytime

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
School-Aged
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: School-Aged
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.

This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Tail Waggin Readers

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D 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 minutes...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
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 is required. This program is also a great way to introduce children who are hesitant around animals to a trained therapy pet! 

*Remember that all animals, even trained therapy pets can get overwhelmed. We expect all readers to be gentle and respectful with their Therapet partner. Handlers know their pets best and may end the reservation at any time for the safety of the pet and child. 

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. 

This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Tractor Storytime

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
School-Aged
Storytime:

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

Join us for a special farm-themed Thursday morning storytime followed by exploring tractors and farm equipment from local farmers!

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

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

Join us for a special farm-themed Thursday morning storytime followed by exploring tractors and farm equipment from local farmers!

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 6/20 - 6/21
Grimes Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
This event is in the "School-Aged" group

Blank Park Zoo Storytime

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
School-Aged
Storytime:

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

Ruby is a plush red panda who loves to read! During this 30-minute pre-K storytime, we will read a book with Ruby and meet an animal friend from Blank Park Zoo.

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

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

Ruby is a plush red panda who loves to read! During this 30-minute pre-K storytime, we will read a book with Ruby and meet an animal friend from Blank Park Zoo.

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.