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March 14 Good Life

Growing the Good Life

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Other, Workshop

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other, Workshop
Registration Required
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This Month's Topic: Seed Starters and Plant Markers

Get a jump start on your spring planting  with a variety of seeds and make some fun and unique plant markers.

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Silent Book Club

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Looking for a cozy space to read and connect with fellow book lovers? Join the Johnston and Grimes Public Libraries at Silent Book Club! Unlike traditional book clubs, there's no required reading, just bring whatever you’re currently enjoying.

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Read & Reflect Book Club

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
2nd Floor Fireplace at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Book Club

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: 2nd Floor Fireplace
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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Genealogy 101 (Part 3 of 3)

Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Other

Age Group:

Adults
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A/B
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a hands-on, three-part series designed to help you uncover your family’s history.  Learn how to begin your research, organize information, and use free online resources.

April 2026 Hooks

Hooks & Needles

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A at Grimes Public Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Teens, Adults
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room A
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Be part of our continuing Community Crochet! 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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Cardboard Kingdom

All Day 3/14–3/19
All Ages
Special Event
Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Rule over your own cardboard kingdom! Play-sized structures will be constructed out of cardboard in our meeting room during Spring Break and open for play.

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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Family Night: Eat the Rainbow

6:00pm–6:30pm
All Ages
Arts & Crafts, Open Play
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Library Branch: Grimes Public Library
Room: Meeting Room C/D
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Open Play
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. 

Join us for a bright rainbow treat!

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.