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

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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.

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

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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.

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

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Library Branch: Grimes Public Library

Room: Meeting Room A/B

Age Group: Adults

Program Type: Book Club

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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

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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

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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.

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

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

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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

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Time	Sun (4/28)	Mon (4/29)	Tue (4/30)	Wed (5/01)	Thu (5/02)	Fri (5/03)	Sat (5/04)
9 am		Reservation Girl Scouts 9:00am - 3:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting offsite team meeting	This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group. Baby and Toddler Open Play 9:00am - 12:00pm Open Play 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: 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.		Reservation Corly 9:00am - 11:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Study Room 4 Purpose of Meeting Work meeting Reservation Study Room 3 9:00am - 11:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Study Room 3 Purpose of Meeting Personal use. Reservation Safety Meeting 9:30am - 1:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Safety on the road		Reservation Young Entrepreneurs Workshop 9:00am - 11:00am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting To provide a framework for young entrepreneurs to build a business plan for participating in markets, such as the Grimes Farmer's & Community Market. Reservation Adam Work Meeting 9:15am - 11:15am This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Study Room 5 Purpose of Meeting Work meeting at 11:30 that I need time to prepare for
10 am		Reservation Katie work 10:00am - 12:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Study Room 5 Purpose of Meeting Work
11 am				Reservation Decorah Tour 11:00am - 1:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Purpose of Meeting Library	Reservation Corly 11:00am - 1:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Study Room 4 Purpose of Meeting Work meeting
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1 pm	Reservation Girl Scout Troop 1837 1:00pm - 4:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room B Purpose of Meeting Working on Bronze Award in committees.	Reservation Amy L. 1:15pm - 2:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Study Room 2 Purpose of Meeting ESL Work				Reservation Study Room 2 1:15pm - 2:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Study Room 2 Purpose of Meeting Personal Use
2 pm						Reservation German lessons 2:00pm - 4:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Study Room 4 Purpose of Meeting German lessons	This event is in the "Adults" group. Hooks and Needles 2:00pm - 3:00pm Arts & Crafts This event is in the "Adults" group. 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.
3 pm		This event is in the "School-Aged" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. After School at the Library 3:00pm - 5:00pm Open Play This event is in the "School-Aged" group. This event is in the "Teens" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room C/D Age Group: School-Aged, Teens Program Type: Open Play The Library is a great place to go after school any day, but especially on Mondays and Fridays! Start and end the school week in our meeting rooms creating with our makerspace, gaming with our VR headset, playing with our board games, or simply hanging with your friends. Snacks and additional activities may be available while supplies last. 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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5 pm		Reservation Mcquide 5:00pm - 7:00pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Study Room 2 Purpose of Meeting Read, study. Grade	Reservation Tutoring 5:00pm - 6:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Study Room 5 Purpose of Meeting Tutoring		Reservation Drawing Get Together 5:30pm - 7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Study Room 2 Purpose of Meeting drawing / design hang out + zoom in group
6 pm		Reservation CR HOA Board Mtg 6:15pm - 7:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A Purpose of Meeting Chevalia Run Board Meeting 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: 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.	Reservation Cub Scout Pack 171 Leader Meeting 6:30pm - 7:30pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room C Purpose of Meeting Cub Scout Activities Planning		Reservation Grimes Area Democrats Monthly Meeting 6:00pm - 7:15pm This is not a library sponsored event. Library Branch: Grimes Public Library Room: Meeting Room A/B Purpose of Meeting Monthly meeting of community group - Grimes Area Democrats

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