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This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "School-Aged" group.
Birth to Pre-K,
School-Aged
Arts & Crafts,
Other,
Special Event
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "School-Aged" group.
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Spring Break Kits
All Day
Arts & Crafts,
Other,
Special Event
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Children's Desk
Age Group:
Birth to Pre-K,
School-Aged
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Other,
Special Event
Event Details:
Pick up a take-home kit with 6 art-themed activities for your child to do each weekday of spring break. This kit will contain 6 guided activities, and most supplies needed for each activity.
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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This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
Baby Storytime
9:00am - 9:30am
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.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
Baby & Toddler Open Play
9:30am - 12:00pm
Open Play
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room C/D
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.
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Mar
13
2025
Thu
University of Iowa MFP team meeting
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Purpose of Meeting
University of Iowa MFP grant monthly team meeting
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This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group.
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Storytime
10:00am - 10:30am
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.
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This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group.
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group.
Mar
13
2025
Thu
Storytime
10:00am - 10:30am
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.
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This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Teens,
Adults
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
15
2025
Sat
Hooks & Needles
10:00am - 11:00am
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Teens,
Adults
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
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.
Be part of our continuing Community Crochet project! Create a granny square and contribute to our growing blanket. Each square you contribute will put you in the drawing to win the blanket once it is completed.
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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Senior Yoga
11:00am - 12:00pm
Health & Wellness
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
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
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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
All Ages
Other,
Special Event
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
9
2025
Sun
Sensory Spaces
12:00pm - 1:00pm
Other,
Special Event
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Other,
Special Event
Event Details:
For those wishing to visit the Library in a more controlled sensory environment, Grimes Public Library is one of many Metro Area Libraries offering Sensory Spaces in the Metro.
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This event is in the "School-Aged" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
School-Aged,
Teens
Arts & Crafts,
Open Play,
Other
This event is in the "School-Aged" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
Mar
12
2025
Wed
Early Out
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Arts & Crafts,
Open Play,
Other
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room C/D
Age Group:
School-Aged,
Teens
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Open Play,
Other
Stay busy at the Library during early dismissals. Virtual Reality, Nintendo Switch, and computers are available for play, as well as crafts and activities for kids in Meeting Room C/D and for teens on the Mezzanine.
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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This event is in the "All Ages" group.
This event is in the "All Ages" group.
Mar
10
2025
Mon
Family Night: Sweet Creatures
6:00pm - 6:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room C/D
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Evening activities simple enough for your youngest, but fun enough for the whole family! Activities may include kitchen skills, art projects, games or storytime.
This week we will create creatures using our imaginations and snacks!
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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This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
Mar
11
2025
Tue
Mind Matters: 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Other
Required
Seats Remaining:
20
Event Details:
Marcia Dicks, educational volunteer for the Des Moines chapter of the Alzheimer's Association will present a series about Alzheimer's and Dementia.
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