Week Calendar

Name: Hooks and Needles
Start: 2024-05-04T14:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-05-04T15:00:00-05:00
Location: Grimes Public Library

Featured Events

Hooks and Needles

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Adults

View Details

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.

A picture of a latte and some coffee beans

Community Coffee

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm

2nd Floor Fireplace at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults

View Details

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.

Adult Book Club

Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults

View Details

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

Event Details:

Multiple copies of the month's book are available to check out at the circulation desk or the drive-through. This book club is for ages 18+ and no registration is required.

This month's book is Crying in H-Mart, a memoir by Michelle Zaunter

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

View Details

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Other

Growing the Good Life

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

Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Other, Workshop

Age Group:

Adults

Open

Library Branch: Grimes Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Other, Workshop

Required

Seats Remaining: 11

Event Details:

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

View Details

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.

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.

Community Coffee

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

2nd Floor Fireplace at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults

View Details

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.

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: 8

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

View Details

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

Filters

On narrow displays, the weekly calendar is wider than the screen. You can side-scroll within this table to view events and reservations for the whole week.

Time	Sun (9/24)	Mon (9/25)	Tue (9/26)	Wed (9/27)	Thu (9/28)	Fri (9/29)	Sat (9/30)
9 am				Reservation Personal 9:00am - 10:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Conference Room Purpose of Meeting personal meeting		Reservation Private Reservation 9:00am - 11:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Conference Room Purpose of Meeting zoom call	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Sensory Spaces in the Metro 9:00am - 10:00am Community Event 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: Large Meeting Room Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Community Event Event Details: Grimes Public Library is one of many Metro Area Libraries offering special hours for members of the public who appreciate a sensory friendly environment. Disclaimer(s) Accessibility The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact library staff.
10 am			This event is in the "Adults" group. Community Coffee 10:00am - 12:00pm Other 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: Other 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. 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 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.
11 am
12 pm
1 pm	Reservation Private Reservation 1:00pm - 4:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Purpose of Meeting gathering	This event is in the "School-Aged" group. Simple Science Experiments 1:00pm - 2:00pm 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: Try your hand at simple science experiments, complete with lab coats, goggles, test tubes and more! 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 SIS assessment 1:00pm - 5:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Purpose of Meeting SIS assessment
2 pm
3 pm
4 pm					This event is in the "School-Aged" group. LEGO Club 4:00pm - 5:00pm Open Play, Workshop 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: Open Play, Workshop 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. September's theme is: balancing act! 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.
5 pm			This event is in the "Adults" group. SHIIP: Welcome to Medicare Seminar 5:30pm - 7:30pm Health & Wellness Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" 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: Adults Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 8 Event Details: Join a SHIIP Senior Medicare Patrol Counselor from the State of Iowa to learn how to effectively navigate Medicare, including Medicare A, B, C, and D, supplemental insurance and everything you need to know to avoid Medicare fraud.
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.		Reservation Gathering 6:30pm - 7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Purpose of Meeting personal	Reservation Oakhurst Townhome Association 6:30pm - 7:45pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Large Meeting Room Purpose of Meeting Association Meeting

Grimes Public Library

Week Calendar

Featured Events

Program Type:

Age Group:

Program Type:

Age Group:

Program Type:

Age Group:

Program Type:

Age Group:

Program Type:

Age Group:

Program Type:

Age Group:

Program Type:

Age Group:

Program Type:

Age Group:

Program Type:

Age Group:

Disclaimer(s)

Food Program

Program Type:

Age Group:

Primary tabs

Disclaimer(s)

Accessibility

Disclaimer(s)

Food Program

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Not Required

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Not Required

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adult Required