This event is in the "All Ages" group Family Night: Portraits Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Open Play 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 Apr 20 2026 Mon Family Night: Portraits 6:00pm–6:30pm Arts & Crafts, Open Play Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room C/D Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Open Play 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.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Baby Storytime Tuesday, April 21, 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 Apr 21 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, April 21, 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 Apr 21 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.
Grimes Public Library Board of Trustees Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library View Details Apr 21 2026 Tue Grimes Public Library Board of Trustees 5:00pm–8:00pm Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A
This event is in the "Adults" group Check Out What's Cooking at the Library Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library Program Type: Health & Wellness Age Group: Adults Check Out What's Cooking at the Library: Join us for this interactive cooking series where we will highlight delicious recipes from cookbooks in our collection. A library staff member will demonstrate how to make the dish... Mushrooms come in many different shapes, sizes and textures. Learn about fungi and ways to cook with it. Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 21 2026 Tue Check Out What's Cooking at the Library 6:00pm–7:00pm Health & Wellness Upcoming Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room C/D Age Group: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Registration Required Event Details: Join us for this interactive cooking series where we will highlight delicious recipes from cookbooks in our collection. A library staff member will demonstrate how to make the dishes with patron participation. Supplies are provided and registration is required. Mushrooms come in many different shapes, sizes and textures. Learn about fungi and ways to cook with it. Disclaimer(s) 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 Storytime Wednesday, April 22, 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 Apr 22 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 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 ... View Details This event is in the "School-Aged" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 22 2026 Wed Early Out 1:00pm–3:00pm Arts & Crafts 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 "Birth to Pre-K" group Storytime Thursday, April 23, 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 Apr 23 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.
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 View Details Registration Required This event is in the "School-Aged" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 24 2026 Fri Escape Room: Pandora's Box 4:15pm–5:30pm Other Upcoming 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... REGISTER HERE View Details This event is in the "School-Aged" group Apr 25 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 Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm 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: Perennials and Plant Swap Upcoming View Details Registration Required This event is in the "Adults" group Apr 26 2026 Sun Growing the Good Life 2:00pm–3:00pm Other, Workshop Upcoming 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: Perennials and Plant Swap
This event is in the "All Ages" group Family Night: Simple Tools Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Workshop 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 Apr 27 2026 Mon Family Night: Simple Tools 6:00pm–6:30pm Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Workshop Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room C/D Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Workshop 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.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Baby Storytime Tuesday, April 28, 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 Apr 28 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, April 28, 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 Apr 28 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.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Storytime Wednesday, April 29, 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 Apr 29 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 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 ... View Details This event is in the "School-Aged" group This event is in the "Teens" group Apr 29 2026 Wed Early Out 1:00pm–3:00pm Arts & Crafts 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 "Birth to Pre-K" group Storytime Thursday, April 30, 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 Apr 30 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.
Change Management Planning Friday, May 1, 2026 at 9:00am - 5:00pm Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Change Management team quarterly planning May 1 2026 Fri Change Management Planning 9:00am–5:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Change Management team quarterly planning
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group Baby & Toddler Open Play Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 9:00am - 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 May 2 2026 Sat Baby & Toddler Open Play 9:00am–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.
Grimes Clover Kids Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:45pm Meeting Room D at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Grimes Clover Kids May 2 2026 Sat Grimes Clover Kids 3:30pm–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 - Den Meetings Sunday, May 3, 2026 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Den meetings for 5 cub scout dens. May 3 2026 Sun Pack 172 - Den Meetings 3:15pm–4:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room C/D Purpose of Meeting Den meetings for 5 cub scout dens.
Blessman Sewing Group Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 9:45am - 3:00pm Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: To make personal hygiene kits to ship to South Africa. May 5 2026 Tue Blessman Sewing Group 9:45am–3:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting To make personal hygiene kits to ship to South Africa.
Friends of the Grimes Public Library Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm Meeting Room D at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Meeting May 5 2026 Tue Friends of the Grimes Public Library 6:00pm–8:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room D Purpose of Meeting Meeting
Cub Scout Pack 171 Leader Meeting Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Meeting Room C at Grimes Public Library Purpose of Meeting: Plan scout activities May 5 2026 Tue Cub Scout Pack 171 Leader Meeting 6:30pm–7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room C Purpose of Meeting Plan scout activities