Week Calendar

Name: Who's Got Game?
Start: 2024-05-09T17:30:00-05:00
End: 2024-05-09T18:30:00-05:00
Location: Grimes Public Library

Featured Events

Who's Got Game?

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Grimes Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Other

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Attention all adventurers!

Growing the Good Life

Saturday, May 11, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm

Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Other, Workshop

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library

Room: Meeting Room C/D

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Other, Workshop

Required

Seats Remaining: 4

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This ongoing series provides opportunities to learn about crafts, food, and gardening while also allowing for hands-on practice.

This month we will be making Fairy Garden Stakes. These are simple but beautiful additions to bring color and sparkle to your gardens.

Color Me Calm

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Other

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Grimes Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other

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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.

Who's Got Game?

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Teens, Adults

Open

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Teens, Adults

Program Type: Other

Required

Seats Remaining: 8

Event Details:

Come learn how to play some of the new games in our board game collection!

Each month we will feature at least one board or card game geared towards older teens and adults.

A picture of a latte and some coffee beans

Community Coffee

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

2nd Floor Fireplace at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Grimes Public Library

Room: 2nd Floor Fireplace

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Other

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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.

Check Out What's Cooking

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Meeting Room C/D at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Health & Wellness, Other, Workshop

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library

Room: Meeting Room C/D

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other, Workshop

Required

Seats Remaining: 6

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.

This month we will be trying some Koren-inspired dishes.

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.

Bring Your Own Book Club

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Grimes Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

Interested in the idea of a book club but uninterested in being told what to read? Our Bring Your Own Book Club is the perfect opportunity to share about what you've been reading and hear about what others are reading. Library staff will guide the discussion but attendees are encouraged to come ready to share about what they've been reading and watching lately. Meetings are held over the lunch hour, so feel free to bring something to eat!

Fourth Wednesday of the month from 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Hooks and Needles

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Grimes Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

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.

Community Coffee

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

2nd Floor Fireplace at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults

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Library Branch: Grimes Public Library

Room: 2nd Floor Fireplace

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Other

Event Details:

Offered First and Third Monday of each month.

Baby Storytime

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 9:00am - 9:30am

Storytime Room at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Birth to Pre-K

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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.

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All Day	Large Meeting Room Reserved For Summer Reading Program Usage All Day 6/1 - 6/30 Other Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Program Type: Other
	Closing Library Closure All Day Branches: Grimes Public Library Description: The Library is closed.
10 am		This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "School-Aged" group. Instrument Petting Zoo with Des Moines Symphony 10:00am - 11:00am Performance, Workshop Closed Required This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. This event is in the "School-Aged" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Birth to Pre-K, School-Aged Program Type: Performance, Workshop Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Join members of the Des Moines Symphony Academy as we learn about and explore the violin, the cello, and more! Specifically geared toward ages 4-6, but older kids welcome. 45 minute workshop.	This event is in the "Adults" group. Bring Your Own Book Club 10:00am - 11:00am Book Club This event is in the "Adults" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: Adults Program Type: Book Club Interested in the idea of a book club but uninterested in being told what to read? Our Bring Your Own Book Club is the perfect opportunity to share about what you've been reading and hear about what others are reading. Library staff will guide the discussion but attendees are encouraged to come ready to share about what they've been reading and watching lately. Meetings are held over the lunch hour, so feel free to bring something to eat! Fourth Wednesday of the month from 12:00pm - 1:00pm	This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Large Meeting 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.	This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Storytime 10:00am - 10:30am Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Large Meeting 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.	This event is in the "School-Aged" group. Crystal Geodes 10:00am - 11:00am Arts & Crafts This event is in the "School-Aged" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: School-Aged Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Join us today as we make our own sugar and glue crystal geodes! 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.
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4 pm					This event is in the "School-Aged" group. LEGO Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Arts & Crafts, Open Play This event is in the "School-Aged" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Age Group: School-Aged Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Open Play Event Details: Bring your creativity and build with our blocks to our monthly theme! LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this club. This month's theme is Maze Coding! 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. Reservation* Tutoring Session 4:30pm - 6:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Conference Room Purpose of Meeting Kids Tutoring	This event is in the "Teens" group. Amazing Race After Hours 4:30pm - 6:00pm Closed Required This event is in the "Teens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room and Conference Room Age Group: Teens Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Join us after the Library has closed for a fast-paced treasure hunt around the globe. Outsmart and outrace your friends! Pizza and drinks will be provided. 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.
5 pm			This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Board Meeting 5:00pm - 8:00pm Other This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Conference Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Other
6 pm		This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Storytime 6:30pm - 7:00pm Storytime This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Large Meeting 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.

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