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Teen Early Out

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teen Mezzanine at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Other
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: Teen Mezzanine
Age Group: School-Aged, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Other

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. 

box city

Box City

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Special Event, Workshop
Age Group:
School-Aged
:

We need the kids of Grimes to help the city build a vision for the future of the community!  Join us to learn more about planning and build a city out of cardboard.

 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Other, Special Event, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

We need the kids of Grimes to help the city build a vision for the future of the community!  Join us to learn more about planning and build a city out of cardboard.

 

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 4/19 - 4/20
Grimes Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Poetry Night - Open Mic

Poetry Night - Open Mic Night

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Performance, Special Event
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
:

Discover the power of words at the Grimes Public Library's Poetry Open Mic Night! Open to ages 18 and up, this event is your chance to share your voice.

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Other, Performance, Special Event
Event Details:

Discover the power of words at the Grimes Public Library's Poetry Open Mic Night! Open to ages 18 and up, this event is your chance to share your voice.

Early Out

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Other
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, Open Play, Other

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. 

SHIIP

SHIIP Welcome to Medicare Seminar

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join a SHIIP Senior Medicare Patrol Counselor from the State of Iowa to learn how to effectively navigate Medicare, including Medicare A, B, C, D, supplemental insurance and everything you need to know to avoid Medicare fraud. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 13
Event Details:

Join a SHIIP Senior Medicare Patrol Counselor from the State of Iowa to learn how to effectively navigate Medicare, including Medicare A, B, C, D, supplemental insurance and everything you need to know to avoid Medicare fraud. 

Early Out

Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Other
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, Open Play, Other

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 5/10 - 5/11
Grimes Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Healthy Living for Brain and Body

Mind Matters: healthy Living for Your Brain and Body

Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
:

Marcia Dicks, educational volunteer for the Des Moines chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will present a series about Alzheimer's and Dementia.

 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Marcia Dicks, educational volunteer for the Des Moines chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will present a series about Alzheimer's and Dementia.

 

Library Closure

All Day 5/24 - 5/26
Grimes Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Poetry Night

Poetry Night

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Poetry Night:

Join our gatherings focused on enjoying poetry in all of its many forms.  The program will vary from month to month and will include different activities including guest poets...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other, Workshop

Join our gatherings focused on enjoying poetry in all of its many forms.  The program will vary from month to month and will include different activities including guest poets, poetry workshops, informational presentations and more. 

Library Closure

Saturday, June 7, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Grimes Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's

Navigating Life Essentials: Fraud Prevention

Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us for an informative series designed to empower participants with the knowledge and tools needed for navigating adult life.

Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for an informative series designed to empower participants with the knowledge and tools needed for navigating adult life.

Library Closure

All Day 6/14 - 6/15
Grimes Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Family Night

Family Night: Yard Games

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Open Play, Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Family Night:

Evening activities simple enough for your youngest, but fun enough for the whole family! Activities may include kitchen skills, art projects, games or storytime. 

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Open Play, Other

Evening activities simple enough for your youngest, but fun enough for the whole family! Activities may include kitchen skills, art projects, games or storytime. 

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. 

Escape

Jumanji Escape Room

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
All Meeting Rooms at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Special Event
Age Group:
School-Aged, Teens
:

Dodge stampeding elephants, roaring lions, and swinging monkeys. Sign up to test your puzzle solving skills in our escape room event based on the classic picture book and movie, Jumanji. Pizza will be served at 5 pm. Registration required.

Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: All Meeting Rooms
Age Group: School-Aged, Teens
Program Type: Other, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Dodge stampeding elephants, roaring lions, and swinging monkeys. Sign up to test your puzzle solving skills in our escape room event based on the classic picture book and movie, Jumanji. Pizza will be served at 5 pm. Registration required.

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. 

Family Trivia: Gaming Edition

Family Trivia Night: Gaming Edition

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
:

Level Up @ Your Library with this summer’s Family Trivia Night! 

Test your knowledge about board games and video games in this fun after-hours event. 

Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Level Up @ Your Library with this summer’s Family Trivia Night! 

Test your knowledge about board games and video games in this fun after-hours event. 

Family Night

Family Night: Worms & Dirt

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Family Night:

Evening activities simple enough for your youngest, but fun enough for the whole family! Activities may include kitchen skills, art projects, games or storytime. 

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other

Evening activities simple enough for your youngest, but fun enough for the whole family! Activities may include kitchen skills, art projects, games or storytime. 

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 7/4 - 7/6
Grimes Public Library
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
i survived

I Survived: Natural Disasters Edition

Tuesday, July 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
School-Aged, Teens
Teen Tuesdays:

Hands-on crafts and activities for tween and teen patrons (9-18) once a month.

Inspired by the popular book series, I Survived by Lauren Tarshis. Come build a model shelter and test it against our natural disaster challenges.  Get ideas for creating a disaster emergency kit for your family. Ages 9+.

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

Hands-on crafts and activities for tween and teen patrons (9-18) once a month.

Inspired by the popular book series, I Survived by Lauren Tarshis. Come build a model shelter and test it against our natural disaster challenges.  Get ideas for creating a disaster emergency kit for your family. Ages 9+.

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. 

GTGL Savvy Succulents

Growing the Good Life

Saturday, July 19, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Growing the Good Life:

This ongoing series provides opportunities to learn about crafts, food, and gardening while also allowing for hands-on practice. 

This workshop will cover the various types of succulents.  Each participant will take home a succulent and learn how to take care of it. Propagation and pest control will also be discussed.   

Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

This ongoing series provides opportunities to learn about crafts, food, and gardening while also allowing for hands-on practice. 

This workshop will cover the various types of succulents.  Each participant will take home a succulent and learn how to take care of it. Propagation and pest control will also be discussed.   

Family Night

Family Night: Fruit Skewers

Monday, July 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
All Ages
Family Night:

Evening activities simple enough for your youngest, but fun enough for the whole family! Activities may include kitchen skills, art projects, games or storytime. 

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other

Evening activities simple enough for your youngest, but fun enough for the whole family! Activities may include kitchen skills, art projects, games or storytime. 

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.

Poetry Night

Poetry Night

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults
Poetry Night:

Join our gatherings focused on enjoying poetry in all of its many forms.  The program will vary from month to month and will include different activities including guest poets...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other, Workshop

Join our gatherings focused on enjoying poetry in all of its many forms.  The program will vary from month to month and will include different activities including guest poets, poetry workshops, informational presentations and more. 

Important Legal Documents

Navigating Life Essentials: Important Life Documents

Tuesday, July 22, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room B at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
:

Join us for an informative series designed to empower participants with the knowledge and tools needed for navigating adult life.

Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for an informative series designed to empower participants with the knowledge and tools needed for navigating adult life.