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PEO Chapter PE

5:30pm–7:45pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Purpose of Meeting

PEO Chapter Meeting to discuss fundraising

Camp Dodge Chapter DAR

9:00am–12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Purpose of Meeting

Camp Dodge Chapter DAR Meeting and Program

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

Weekly Meeting ; They are without a building for a month

Satellite Voting

9:00am–5:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Purpose of Meeting

Voting

Women’s Bible Dtudy

12:00pm–3:15pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Purpose of Meeting

Women’s Bible Study

City of Grimes EEC

1:00pm–2:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting

Employee Engagement Committee

Library Closure

All Day 5/23–5/25
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Purpose of Meeting

Weekly Meeting ; They are without a building for a month

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

State Library of Iowa Roundtable Discussion

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Food Truck Fest

4:30pm–7:30pm
All Ages
Community Event
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Parking Lot
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Community Event
Event Details:

Enjoy dinner at the library! Food trucks will be located outside the library with food and drinks available for purchase.

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.

DCGSA Board Meeting

6:45pm–7:45pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting

DCG Softball Association board meeting.

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

Building Meeting ; They are without a building for a month

Women’s Bible Study

12:45pm–3:15pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting

Women’s Bible Study

This event is in the "Adults" group

Hooks & Needles

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Growing the Good Life

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Other, Workshop
Upcoming
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: Beaded Dragonflies

We will get creative in this workshop as we make a beaded dragon fly for our potted plants. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Dollar Dine-In

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Health & Wellness
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for some summer meals that won't break the bank? Join us at the library as we explore cost-effective courses sourced from dollar stores.

John's Development

3:00pm–4:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting

Reading

Pack 172 - Advancement

3:15pm–4:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Purpose of Meeting

Cub scouts receive their rank patches and awards. No food will be served.

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

Room is reserved for library Summer Reading Use.

This event is in the "All Ages" group

Family Night: Bird Feeders

6:00pm–6:30pm
All Ages
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

9:00am–9:30am
Birth to Pre-K
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

9:30am–12:00pm
Birth to Pre-K
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.

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.