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Iowa Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Transition Meeting

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 9:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Iowa Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics holds an annual meeting for the transition of board and council meetings. This involves collaboration of members, education, communication, ...

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

Iowa Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics holds an annual meeting for the transition of board and council meetings. This involves collaboration of members, education, communication, networking and more.

BINGO

Friday, June 7, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Community Event, Special Event
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Who doesn’t love a good game of Bingo? Bingo will take place at the Grimes Governors Day celebration in the South Sports Complex. The game will be located on the basketball courts ...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event, Special Event
Event Details:

Who doesn’t love a good game of Bingo? Bingo will take place at the Grimes Governors Day celebration in the South Sports Complex. The game will be located on the basketball courts and run from 6-8pm.

Library Closure

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Grimes Public Library

The Library will be closed until noon for staff to participate in the Governors Day parade.

Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library will be closed until noon for staff to participate in the Governors Day parade.

Herb Planters

Growing the Good Life

Saturday, June 8, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C/D 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. 

Event Details:

Join us to learn some great ways to plant herbs.

Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
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. 

Join us to learn some great ways to plant herbs.

Dovetail Condos Homeowners Annual Meeting

Sunday, June 9, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Annual Homeowners Meeting for Dovetail Condominiums Homeowners. Non-profit

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

Annual Homeowners Meeting for Dovetail Condominiums Homeowners. Non-profit

Zoo to You with Blank Park Zoo

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Our actions impact the communities and wild places around us both near and far. Learn about the important part we play in nature and how you can live alongside wildlife. Presented ...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Our actions impact the communities and wild places around us both near and far. Learn about the important part we play in nature and how you can live alongside wildlife. Presented by Blank Park Zoo (60 minutes)

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. 

Color me calm

Color Me Calm

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Needing a space to relax and scratch that creative itch?  Whether you prefer coloring inside or outside the lines, this is the perfect outlet for you. This unguided program al...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

Needing a space to relax and scratch that creative itch?  Whether you prefer coloring inside or outside the lines, this is the perfect outlet for you. This unguided program allows you to drop in and out at your convenience.

Bear reading a book surrounded by woodland animals

Storytime

Monday, June 10, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room 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: Storytime Room
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.

turtle crawling by a block castle

Baby and Toddler Open Play

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 at 9:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room 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: Storytime Room
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.

Bear reading a book surrounded by woodland animals

Storytime

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A/B 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 A/B
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.

Introduction to Dance with Iowa Ballet Academy

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Performance, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Try some basic moves from different dance styles, learn a little history behind dance, and watch short performances.  Dancers from Yaro Dance Company will be there to show off...

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance, Workshop
Event Details:

Try some basic moves from different dance styles, learn a little history behind dance, and watch short performances.  Dancers from Yaro Dance Company will be there to show off their shoes and costumes and talk about their love of dance!

Summer Movies: Wish

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join us at the Library for a weekly indoor family friendly movie and popcorn. 

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us at the Library for a weekly indoor family friendly movie and popcorn. 

Henle Latin Workshop - Parts of Speech and Rules/Syntax

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Purpose of Meeting:

To dive deeper into the parts of speech in Latin and their rules of syntax and order.

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

To dive deeper into the parts of speech in Latin and their rules of syntax and order.

Bear reading a book surrounded by woodland animals

Iowa Juneteenth Storytime

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room 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. 

Event Details:

Join General Chairperson of Iowa Juneteenth, Dwana Bradley, as we read a story and create a craft that celebrates African American culture and history in Iowa.

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Birth to Pre-K
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 General Chairperson of Iowa Juneteenth, Dwana Bradley, as we read a story and create a craft that celebrates African American culture and history in Iowa.

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.

Pokemon Play

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other, Special Event
Age Group:
School-Aged
Event Details:

So you love collecting Pokémon cards but have not played the game yet? Don't miss out on the fun of playing the card game! Join us for a tutorial session to learn how to play. Don'...

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

So you love collecting Pokémon cards but have not played the game yet? Don't miss out on the fun of playing the card game! Join us for a tutorial session to learn how to play. Don't forget to bring your own cards for trading. Snacks available!

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. 

Who's Got Game

Who's Got Game?

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other

Reduce, Reuse and ReBUILD

Friday, June 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Special Event
Age Group:
School-Aged
Event Details:

Cut, glue, and tape old cereal boxes, tin cans, and other recycled materials to transform them into new creations!

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

Cut, glue, and tape old cereal boxes, tin cans, and other recycled materials to transform them into new creations!

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. 

2 children in chefs hats

Books and Cooks: Oatmeal Bites

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime, Workshop
Age Group:
School-Aged
Books & Cooks:

Calling all cooks! Enjoy a food-themed story then make and taste your own kid-approved healthy treat! 

Event Details:

This month we will make oatmeal bites. Registration is required - please note any food allergies at registration.

Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Storytime, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Calling all cooks! Enjoy a food-themed story then make and taste your own kid-approved healthy treat! 

This month we will make oatmeal bites. Registration is required - please note any food allergies at registration.

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.

String Art

Crafty Saturday

Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Crafty Saturday:

Come learn how to do a craft at the library, led by a staff member.  All materials are provided, and each participant goes home with something they made, as well as a new craf...

Event Details:

Alternating third Saturdays of the month at 2:00pm In June, participants will learn how to do basic string art.  Each participant will do his/her first or last initials. ...

Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Come learn how to do a craft at the library, led by a staff member.  All materials are provided, and each participant goes home with something they made, as well as a new crafting skill.  Open to everyone aged 16+.

Alternating third Saturdays of the month at 2:00pm

 

Library Closure

All Day
Grimes Public Library

The Library is closed for Father's Day.

Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed for Father's Day.

African Drumming and Culture with CulturAll

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Performance, Workshop
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Join CulturAll ambassador Fonziba Koster to learn about living and drumming in Africa and find your beat on authentic African drums.

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance, Workshop
Event Details:

Join CulturAll ambassador Fonziba Koster to learn about living and drumming in Africa and find your beat on authentic African drums.

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. 

A picture of a latte and some coffee beans

Community Coffee

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
2nd Floor Fireplace at Grimes Public Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Community Coffee:

Patrons are encouraged to come and go as their schedule allows during these unstructured morning gatherings at the Library. The Library provides coffee, games, newspapers, and more...

Event Details:

Offered First and Third Monday of each month.

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Fireplace
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Patrons are encouraged to come and go as their schedule allows during these unstructured morning gatherings at the Library. The Library provides coffee, games, newspapers, and more for patrons to enjoy during this leisurely time at the library.

Offered First and Third Monday of each month.

Bear reading a book surrounded by woodland animals

Storytime

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room 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: Storytime Room
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.

Baby lion opening a book

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:30am
Storytime Room 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: Storytime Room
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.