Work Meeting Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm Meeting Room B at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Work Meeting Jan 7 2026 Wed Work Meeting 9:00am–4:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room B Purpose of Meeting Work Meeting
Bead weaving Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 9:45am - 12:15pm Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Teach bead weaving Jan 7 2026 Wed Bead weaving 9:45am–12:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Teach bead weaving
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Storytime Wednesday, January 7, 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. View Details This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Storytime 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.
This event is in the "School-Aged" group Early Out Wednesday, January 7, 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 ... View Details This event is in the "School-Aged" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Early Out 1:00pm–3:00pm Arts & Crafts 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.
University of Iowa MFP Supervisors meeting Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: meeting of the MFP grant supervisors Jan 7 2026 Wed University of Iowa MFP Supervisors meeting 2:30pm–4:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting meeting of the MFP grant supervisors
This event is in the "Adults" group Hooks & Needles Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts Age Group: Adults Hooks and Needles: Gather with fellow crocheters and knitters to work on your own project or start a new project. All experience levels are welcome. For those new to these hobbies we will provide sup... View Details This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 7 2026 Wed Hooks & Needles 5:30pm–6:30pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Arts & Crafts Gather with fellow crocheters and knitters to work on your own project or start a new project. All experience levels are welcome. For those new to these hobbies we will provide supplies for you to use. We ask that more established crocheters and knitters bring their own supplies if able.
MFP Monthly team meeting Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 3:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Monthly MFP team grant meeting Jan 8 2026 Thu MFP Monthly team meeting 9:30am–3:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Purpose of Meeting Monthly MFP team grant meeting
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Storytime Thursday, January 8, 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. View Details This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Jan 8 2026 Thu Storytime 10:00am–10:30am Storytime 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.
Kennybrook Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm Study Room 4 at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Project Work Jan 8 2026 Thu Kennybrook 11:00am–1:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Study Room 4 Purpose of Meeting Project Work
Ezekiel Study Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 12:15pm - 2:15pm Meeting Room D at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Study Ezekiel Jan 8 2026 Thu Ezekiel Study 12:15pm–2:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room D Purpose of Meeting Study Ezekiel
Grimes Area Democrats Monthly Meeting Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Monthly Meeting Jan 8 2026 Thu Grimes Area Democrats Monthly Meeting 5:30pm–7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Purpose of Meeting Monthly Meeting
Work Meeting Friday, January 9, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:30pm Meeting Room B at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Work Meeting Jan 9 2026 Fri Work Meeting 9:00am–12:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room B Purpose of Meeting Work Meeting
This event is in the "School-Aged" group Tail Waggin Readers Saturday, January 10, 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... REGISTER HERE View Details This event is in the "School-Aged" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Tail Waggin Readers 9:00am–11:00am Reading Skills 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! REGISTER HERE 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 "Adults" group Growing the Good Life Saturday, January 10, 2026 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 Month's Topic: Houseplant HelpWe will discuss what to look for and keep your houseplants happy in the middle of winter. Open Register Now Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Jan 10 2026 Sat Growing the Good Life 11:00am–12:00pm Other, Workshop Open Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Age Group: Adults Program Type: Other, Workshop Registration Required Event Details: This ongoing series provides opportunities to learn about crafts, food, and gardening while also allowing for hands-on practice. This Month's Topic: Houseplant HelpWe will discuss what to look for and keep your houseplants happy in the middle of winter.
Grimes Clover Kids Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm Meeting Room D at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Grimes Clover Kids Jan 10 2026 Sat Grimes Clover Kids 3:45pm–4:45pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room D Purpose of Meeting Grimes Clover Kids
Pack 172 Cub Scouts Den Meeting Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 3:15pm - 3:45pm Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Den meeting for Pack 172. Jan 11 2026 Sun Pack 172 Cub Scouts Den Meeting 3:15pm–3:45pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room C/D Purpose of Meeting Den meeting for Pack 172.
Camp Dodge Chapter DAR Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9:00am - 12:00pm Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Planning and Business Meeting Jan 12 2026 Mon Camp Dodge Chapter DAR 9:00am–12:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Planning and Business Meeting
Meeting Monday, January 12, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Meeting Room B at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: meeting Jan 12 2026 Mon Meeting 9:00am–5:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room B Purpose of Meeting meeting
Meeting Monday, January 12, 2026 at 12:15pm - 5:00pm Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: meeting Jan 12 2026 Mon Meeting 12:15pm–5:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting meeting
The HomePlace Board Meeting Monday, January 12, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Board Meeting for our nonprofit The HomePlace Jan 12 2026 Mon The HomePlace Board Meeting 5:30pm–7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Board Meeting for our nonprofit The HomePlace
This event is in the "All Ages" group Family Night: Edible Bracelets Monday, January 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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. View Details This event is in the "All Ages" group Jan 12 2026 Mon Family Night: Edible Bracelets 6:00pm–6:30pm Arts & Crafts Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room C/D Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts 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.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Baby Storytime Tuesday, January 13, 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. View Details This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Baby Storytime 9:00am–9:30am Storytime 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.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Baby & Toddler Open Play Tuesday, January 13, 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... View Details This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Jan 13 2026 Tue Baby & Toddler Open Play 9:30am–12:00pm Open Play 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.
North Ridge PTO Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: North Ridge PTO meeting Jan 13 2026 Tue North Ridge PTO 5:30pm–6:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting North Ridge PTO meeting