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Navigating Life Essentials: Fraud Prevention

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Other
Registration
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join us for an informative series designed to empower participants with the knowledge and tools needed for navigating adult life.

Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
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 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.

Senior Yoga

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Health & Wellness
Registration
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Yoga instructor, Michelle Soyer, will lead older adults through easily accessible and chair yoga.  This yoga class is specially designed for older adults seeking to enhance their flexibility, strength, and overall well-being in a supportive e

Summer Movies

1:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Movie
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie

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. 

Babysitting Basics Workshop

9:30am - 3:30pm
Teens
Special Event, Workshop
Registration
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Special Event, Workshop
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

Learn the basics of babysitting with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach of Dallas County.

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. 

Storytime at the Amphitheater

10:00am - 10:30am
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 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.

Library Closure

All Day 6/14 - 6/15
Closing
Branches:
Grimes Public Library

Growing the Good Life

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Other, Workshop
Registration
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other, Workshop
Registration 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. 

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

Dungeons & Dragons 101

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Special Event
Registration
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Ready to dive into the world of Dungeons & Dragons? Join us for our 3-hour, beginner-friendly session where you’ll learn the basics and embark on an exciting adventure!

Family Night: Yard Games

6:00pm - 6:30pm
All Ages
Open Play, Other
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Open Play, Other

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. 

Chevalia Run HOA Board Meeting

6:15pm - 7:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Purpose of Meeting

Chevalia Run HOA Bi-monthly Board of Directors

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.

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

Hands-on, guided experiments, crafts, and play 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.

Check Out What's Cooking at the Library

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Health & Wellness
Registration
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
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. 

Berries are not only delicious and nutritious, but also can be used in many different recipes. We will prepare some easy dishes using this in-season fruit. 

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.

Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
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 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.

Fiber Arts Mini Camp with ASAP

1:00pm - 2:00pm
School-Aged
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Registration
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Join an instructor from ASAP (After School Arts Program) a nonprofit from Des Moines bringing quality access to arts education. Spend three days exploring fiber arts.

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. 

Summer Movies

1:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Movie
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie

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. 

Storytime at the Amphitheater

10:00am - 10:30am
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 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.

Fiber Arts Mini Camp with ASAP

1:00pm - 2:00pm
School-Aged
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Event Details:

Join an instructor from ASAP (After School Arts Program) a nonprofit from Des Moines bringing quality access to arts education. Spend three days exploring fiber arts.

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. 

Fiber Arts Mini Camp with ASAP

1:00pm - 2:00pm
School-Aged
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: School-Aged
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Event Details:

Join an instructor from ASAP (After School Arts Program) a nonprofit from Des Moines bringing quality access to arts education. Spend three days exploring fiber arts.

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. 

Jumanji Escape Room

4:00pm - 5:30pm
School-Aged, Teens
Other, Special Event
Registration
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: All Meeting Rooms
Age Group: School-Aged, Teens
Program Type: Other, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Dodge stampeding elephants, roaring lions, and swinging monkeys. Sign up to test your puzzle solving skills in our escape room event based on the classic picture book and movie, Jumanji. Pizza will be served at 5 pm. Registration required.

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. 

Collaborative Coloring

9:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by the library for a community art project. A collaborative coloring sheet will be available all morning. Come add your special touch!

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. 

Family Trivia Night: Gaming Edition

6:00pm - 8:00pm
All Ages
Other, Special Event
Registration
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Other, Special Event
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 40
Event Details:

Level Up @ Your Library with this summer’s Family Trivia Night! 

Test your knowledge about board games and video games in this fun after-hours event.