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This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group
This event is in the "Birth to Pre-K" group
Feb
10
2026
Tue
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
Feb
10
2026
Tue
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.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Purpose of Meeting
Early Hearing Detection and Intervention is hosting a Baby/Toddler Time for deaf and hard of hearing children and their families.
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Purpose of Meeting
MFP grant monthly meeting
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This event is in the "School-Aged" group
School-Aged
Reading Skills
This event is in the "School-Aged" group
Feb
14
2026
Sat
Tail Waggin Readers
9:00am–11:00am
Reading Skills
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room C/D
Age Group:
School-Aged
Program Type:
Reading Skills
Event Details:
Strengthen your reading skills! Register for 15 minutes of reading aloud and 5 minutes of play with a therapy dog. Your child may bring their own book to read or come a few minutes early to choose a library book. If your child is able, we encourage them to attend this program on their own. Parents are free to wait in the Library. Registration is required. *This program is also a great way to introduce children who are hesitant around animals to a trained therapy pet!
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
Feb
11
2026
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
Feb
12
2026
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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb
14
2026
Sat
Growing the Good Life
11:00am–12:00pm
Other,
Workshop
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Other,
Workshop
Event Details:
This ongoing series provides opportunities to learn about crafts, food, and gardening while also allowing for hands-on practice.
This Month's Topic: The Language of Flowers Learn about the language of flowers and make a mini valentine bouquet.
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Study Room 4
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room D
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Feb
8
2026
Sun
DesMoiNTrak Train Exhibit
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
DesMoiNTrak is an N scale T-TRAK modular railroad club located in Des Moines, Iowa. Come see the model railroad and villages set up in our meeting room. No Registration required.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Study Room 4
Purpose of Meeting
Work on Online Coursework
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This event is in the "School-Aged" group
School-Aged
Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "School-Aged" group
Feb
11
2026
Wed
Early Out
1:00pm–3:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room C/D
Age Group:
School-Aged
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
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.
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Study Room 4
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Feb
11
2026
Wed
University of Iowa MFP Supervisors meeting
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting
meeting of the MFP team supervisors
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Feb
8
2026
Sun
Cub Scouts - Pack 172 - Den Meetings
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room C/D
Purpose of Meeting
Den meeting for Pack 172. Kids in K-5 grades will break up into 6 dens to do Cub Scouts curriculum activities.
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This event is in the "School-Aged" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "School-Aged" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
Feb
10
2026
Tue
Teen Tuesday: Pizza Taste Test Challenge
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room C/D
Age Group:
School-Aged,
Teens
Program Type:
Other
Event Details:
Hands-on crafts and activities for tween and teen patrons (9-18) once a month.
Nothing is better than the real deal, but which snacks come close? Come rank your favorite pizza flavored snacks. No registration required.
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.
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Purpose of Meeting
Monthly meeting for Grimes American Legion.
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This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb
12
2026
Thu
Hooks & Needles
5:30pm–6:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A/B
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.
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This event is in the "All Ages" group
All Ages
Arts & Crafts,
Open Play
This event is in the "All Ages" group
Feb
9
2026
Mon
Kids Play: Fruit Nachos
6:00pm–6:30pm
Arts & Crafts,
Open Play
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room C/D
Age Group:
All Ages
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts,
Open Play
Evening activities simple enough for your youngest, but fun enough for the whole family! Activities may include kitchen skills, art projects, games or storytime.
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.
Feb
9
2026
Mon
Heritage Elementary PTO Meeting
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room A
Purpose of Meeting
Heritage Elementary PTO Meeting
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This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
Feb
11
2026
Wed
Library Branch:
Grimes Public Library
Room:
Meeting Room B
Age Group:
Adults
Program Type:
Book Club
Event Details:
Join us for a welcoming monthly book club in partnership with Pink Couch Wellness! Together, we’ll explore fiction and nonfiction books that inspire connection, reflection, and growth.
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