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Work Meeting

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room B at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Work Meeting

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

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. 

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 ...

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

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...

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

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. 

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

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

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

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

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...

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! 

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 Help

We will discuss what to look for and keep your houseplants happy in the middle of winter.

Open
Registration Required
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 Help

We 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

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.

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

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

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

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

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. 

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. 

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...

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

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

North Ridge PTO meeting