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9 am
Reservation

Deitrick

9:00am - 10:00am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 5
Purpose of Meeting

Tutoring

Reservation

Quiet study time

9:30am - 11:30am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 2
Purpose of Meeting

Study for Pathophysiology

This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group.

Baby and Toddler Open Play

9:00am - 12:00pm
Birth to Pre-K
Open Play
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

Courtney

9:15am - 11:15am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
Purpose of Meeting

study

Reservation

Courtney

9:30am - 11:30am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 5
Purpose of Meeting

studying

Reservation

Deitrick

9:00am - 10:00am
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 5
Purpose of Meeting

Tutoring

Reservation

CultureALL Ambassador Training

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

Hello! CultureALL is a local nonprofit, and we would like to hold a session for new CultureALL Ambassadors. Thank you!

10 am
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Zoo to You with Blank Park Zoo

10:00am - 11:00am
All Ages
Performance
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Our actions impact the communities and wild places around us both near and far. Learn about the important part we play in nature and how you can live alongside wildlife. Presented by Blank Park Zoo (60 minutes)

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.

Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth to Pre-K
Storytime
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
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.

Iowa Juneteenth Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Birth to Pre-K
Storytime
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
Event Details:

Songs, rhymes, books, and activities designed to be developmentally appropriate for ages 2-5, but any age is welcome to attend. 

Join General Chairperson of Iowa Juneteenth, Dwana Bradley, as we read a story and create a craft that celebrates African American culture and history in Iowa.

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.

Reduce, Reuse and ReBUILD

10:00am - 11:00am
School-Aged
Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Special Event
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
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Open Play, Special Event
Event Details:

Cut, glue, and tape old cereal boxes, tin cans, and other recycled materials to transform them into new creations!

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

Work

10:00am - 12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 3
Purpose of Meeting

Work

This event is in the "School-Aged" group.

Books and Cooks: Oatmeal Bites

10:00am - 11:00am
School-Aged
Storytime, Workshop
Closed
Required
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
Program Type: Storytime, Workshop
Required
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

Calling all cooks! Enjoy a food-themed story then make and taste your own kid-approved healthy treat! 

This month we will make oatmeal bites. Registration is required - please note any food allergies at registration.

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. 

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.

11 am
Reservation

Frank Dolan

11:00am - 12:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 3
Purpose of Meeting

Work while kids are in activities

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Introduction to Dance with Iowa Ballet Academy

11:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
Performance, Workshop
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Performance, Workshop
Event Details:

Try some basic moves from different dance styles, learn a little history behind dance, and watch short performances.  Dancers from Yaro Dance Company will be there to show off their shoes and costumes and talk about their love of dance!

Reservation

Tutoring- Bri Koulback

11:00am - 1:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
Purpose of Meeting

Tutoring

12 pm
Reservation

Reserve Study Room

12:00pm - 2:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 3
Purpose of Meeting

Study for classes.

Reservation

Work

12:30pm - 2:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 3
Purpose of Meeting

Work

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

Annual Homeowners Meeting for Dovetail Condominiums Homeowners. Non-profit

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

Our troop is working on the Bronze award.

Reservation

Quiet study time

1:00pm - 3:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 2
Purpose of Meeting

Study for Patho

Reservation

Grimes Golden Greetings Group

1:30pm - 4:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Purpose of Meeting

Play Bunco

Reservation

Frank Dolan

1:00pm - 3:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 2
Purpose of Meeting

Work while kids watch movie

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Summer Movies: Wish

1:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Movie
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Join us at the Library for a weekly indoor family friendly movie and popcorn. 

Reservation

Tutoring- Bri Koulback

1:00pm - 2:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
Purpose of Meeting

Tutoring

2 pm
Reservation

German lessons

2:30pm - 4:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
Purpose of Meeting

German lesson

Reservation

Madison P

2:00pm - 3:00pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 5
Purpose of Meeting

Meeting for work.

Reservation

German lesson

2:30pm - 3:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 4
Purpose of Meeting

German lesson

Reservation

German Lessons

2:00pm - 3:00pm
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crafty Saturday

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Arts & Crafts
Closed
Required
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Come learn how to do a craft at the library, led by a staff member.  All materials are provided, and each participant goes home with something they made, as well as a new crafting skill.  Open to everyone aged 16+.

Alternating third Saturdays of the month at 2:00pm

 

3 pm
This event is in the "School-Aged" group.

Pokemon Play

3:00pm - 4:00pm
School-Aged
Other, Special Event
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
Program Type: Other, Special Event
Event Details:

So you love collecting Pokémon cards but have not played the game yet? Don't miss out on the fun of playing the card game! Join us for a tutorial session to learn how to play. Don't forget to bring your own cards for trading. Snacks available!

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. 

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

To dive deeper into the parts of speech in Latin and their rules of syntax and order.

Reservation

Deitrick

4:30pm - 5:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Study Room 5
Purpose of Meeting

Tutoring

5 pm
Reservation

American Legion Post 977

5:30pm - 6:30pm
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room B
Purpose of Meeting

Grimes chapter of the American Legion, monthly meeting.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Who's Got Game?

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Adults
Other
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
6 pm
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Color Me Calm

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Arts & Crafts, Other
Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened.
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.

This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group.

Storytime

6:30pm - 7:00pm
Birth to Pre-K
Storytime
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.