GRIMES PUBLIC LIBRARY
Events Calendar
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Tail Waggin’ Readers
9:00 am
Tail Waggin’ Readers
Feb 1 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am
 Improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a therapy dog! Students in 1st through 5th grade may sign up for a 20 minute time slot to read to a[...]
Kids Read
1:00 pm
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Move and Groove
6:30 pm
Move and Groove
Feb 3 @ 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Get your groove on! Join Kelly for music, dancing, imagination yoga, and a story! Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 2 + recommended
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Toddler Time
9:30 am
Toddler Time
Feb 4 @ 9:30 am – 10:00 am
 Sing songs, listen to stories, and make a simple craft with friends at the library! Recommended for ages 18 months to 3 years old, with a caregiver. No registration required.
Toddler Time
10:00 am
Toddler Time
Feb 4 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Sing songs, listen to stories, and make a simple craft with friends at the library! Recommended for ages 18 months to 3 years old, with a caregiver. No registration required.
GPL Adult Book Club
6:30 pm
GPL Adult Book Club
Feb 4 @ 6:30 pm – 7:15 pm
 This book club is for ages 18+ and meets the first Tuesday evening of every month. If the Library is closed on the first Tuesday for a holiday, book club will be held on the[...]
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Preschool Storytime
9:30 am
Preschool Storytime
Feb 5 @ 9:30 am – 10:00 am
 Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 years are invited to join us as we share stories, rhymes, songs, games and crafts. No registration required.
Preschool Storytime
10:00 am
Preschool Storytime
Feb 5 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 years are invited to join us as we share stories, rhymes, songs, games and crafts. No registration required.
Early Out Adventures: Hot Chocolate!
1:30 pm
Early Out Adventures: Hot Chocolate!
Feb 5 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
 Celebrate the yummiest part of winter: Hot Chocolate! Taste tests, recipe stations, science experiments, marshmallows and more!
Library Tutoring
5:00 pm
Library Tutoring
Feb 5 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
 What: FREE tutoring in the areas of Reading, Writing, Math (elementary), research papers and correct citations, study skills, social skills, test taking skills, and/or homework help. Who: Our staff tutor, Christine, has 23 years of[...]
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Marbled Paper Stenciling
4:00 pm
Marbled Paper Stenciling
Feb 6 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
 Join us on Thursday, Feb. 6th @4-5pm as we learn how to do paper marbling with paint and shaving cream! Ages 8+
Storytime
6:30 pm
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Baby Lapsit
9:00 am
Baby Lapsit
Feb 7 @ 9:00 am – 9:30 am
 Bring your baby and sing songs, play games, and socialize with other babies and their caregivers. Recommended for birth through 18 months. No registration required. NEW TIME 9AM!
Storytime
10:00 am
Storytime
Feb 7 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
 All ages are welcome to come and share stories, songs and a simple craft with other library friends.
Makerspace Crafting
4:00 pm
Makerspace Crafting
Feb 7 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
 Take advantage of the Library’s Makerspace to complete you craft projects! Bring your own project or create a new one at the Library. Tablets will be available to search for project ideas. The following materials[...]
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Spanish Storytime
10:00 am
Spanish Storytime
Feb 8 @ 10:00 am – 10:45 am
 Whether you are a native speaker, or looking to learn, you’ll love our Spanish Storytime! All ages and families welcome. Cuentos en español. Todas las edades son bienvenidas.
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Move and Groove
6:30 pm
Move and Groove
Feb 10 @ 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Get your groove on! Join Kelly for music, dancing, imagination yoga, and a story! Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 2 + recommended
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Toddler Time
9:30 am
Toddler Time
Feb 11 @ 9:30 am – 10:00 am
Sing songs, listen to stories, and make a simple craft with friends at the library! Recommended for ages 18 months to 3 years old, with a caregiver. No registration required.
Toddler Time
10:00 am
Toddler Time
Feb 11 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Sing songs, listen to stories, and make a simple craft with friends at the library! Recommended for ages 18 months to 3 years old, with a caregiver. No registration required.
Faux Stained Glass
4:00 pm
Faux Stained Glass
Feb 11 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
 Join us as we learn how to make faux stained glass at the Library! Ages 8+ Registration required.
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Preschool Storytime
9:30 am
Preschool Storytime
Feb 12 @ 9:30 am – 10:00 am
Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 years are invited to join us as we share stories, rhymes, songs, games and crafts. No registration required.
Preschool Storytime
10:00 am
Preschool Storytime
Feb 12 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 years are invited to join us as we share stories, rhymes, songs, games and crafts. No registration required.
ASL Basics
4:30 pm
ASL Basics
Feb 12 @ 4:30 pm – 5:15 pm
 Join this monthly community-led group spreading awareness of and teaching basic ASL skills to early learners. Ages 3+.
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Baby Lapsit
9:00 am
Baby Lapsit
Feb 14 @ 9:00 am – 9:30 am
Bring your baby and sing songs, play games, and socialize with other babies and their caregivers. Recommended for birth through 18 months. No registration required. NEW TIME 9AM!
Storytime
10:00 am
Storytime
Feb 14 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
All ages are welcome to come and share stories, songs and a simple craft with other library friends.
Makerspace Crafting
4:00 pm
Makerspace Crafting
Feb 14 @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Take advantage of the Library’s Makerspace to complete you craft projects! Bring your own project or create a new one at the Library. Tablets will be available to search for project ideas. The following materials[...]
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Wellness Weekend: Back Health
10:00 am
Wellness Weekend: Back Health
Feb 15 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Physical therapist Brant Chambers offers expertise on a variety of health and wellness topics. February session: Back Health Back pain is common! We’ll look at common causes of back pain, lifting techniques that use proper[...]
Valentine’s Craft
11:00 am
Valentine’s Craft
Feb 15 @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
 Join us on Saturday, Feb. 15th @11 am-12 pm as we celebrate Valentine’s Day with special crafts and sensory play! All ages are welcome.
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Ask-a-Lawyer
6:00 pm
Ask-a-Lawyer
Feb 17 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
 Register for a 15 minute time slot with Cynthia Letsch from Letsch Law Firm. Get advice on whether you have a legal issue that is worth pursuing and assistance finding a lawyer who can help[...]
Move and Groove
6:30 pm
Move and Groove
Feb 17 @ 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Get your groove on! Join Kelly for music, dancing, imagination yoga, and a story! Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 2 + recommended
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Toddler Time
9:30 am
Toddler Time
Feb 18 @ 9:30 am – 10:00 am
Sing songs, listen to stories, and make a simple craft with friends at the library! Recommended for ages 18 months to 3 years old, with a caregiver. No registration required.
Toddler Time
10:00 am
Toddler Time
Feb 18 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Sing songs, listen to stories, and make a simple craft with friends at the library! Recommended for ages 18 months to 3 years old, with a caregiver. No registration required.
Board Meeting
5:00 pm
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Preschool Storytime
9:30 am
Preschool Storytime
Feb 19 @ 9:30 am – 10:00 am
Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 years are invited to join us as we share stories, rhymes, songs, games and crafts. No registration required.
Preschool Storytime
10:00 am
Preschool Storytime
Feb 19 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 years are invited to join us as we share stories, rhymes, songs, games and crafts. No registration required.
Library Tutoring
5:00 pm
Library Tutoring
Feb 19 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
What: FREE tutoring in the areas of Reading, Writing, Math (elementary), research papers and correct citations, study skills, social skills, test taking skills, and/or homework help. Who: Our staff tutor, Christine, has 23 years of[...]
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Baby Lapsit
9:00 am
Baby Lapsit
Feb 21 @ 9:00 am – 9:30 am
Bring your baby and sing songs, play games, and socialize with other babies and their caregivers. Recommended for birth through 18 months. No registration required. NEW TIME 9AM!
Storytime
10:00 am
Storytime
Feb 21 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
All ages are welcome to come and share stories, songs and a simple craft with other library friends.
Health Care Power of Attorney Workshop
11:00 am
Health Care Power of Attorney Workshop
Feb 21 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Attorney Cynthia Letsch’s free workshop is just the ticket to ensure your advanced directives are legally in order. Register for a 1.5 hour workshop where you will learn about two kinds of powers of attorney:[...]
Instrument Petting Zoo
1:00 pm
Instrument Petting Zoo
Feb 21 @ 1:00 pm – 1:45 pm
 Friday, Feb. 21st @1-1:45pm Join members of the Des Moines Symphony Academy as we learn about and explore the violin, cello, and more! Ages 4-10. Registration required
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Virtual Reality
1:00 pm
Virtual Reality
Feb 22 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
 Haven’t tested out our Virtual Reality headset yet? Sign up for a 20 minutes time slot to test out the games on our Oculus Quest! Call the Library to register. Ages 8 and up.
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Move and Groove
6:30 pm
Move and Groove
Feb 24 @ 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Get your groove on! Join Kelly for music, dancing, imagination yoga, and a story! Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 2 + recommended
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Toddler Time
9:30 am
Toddler Time
Feb 25 @ 9:30 am – 10:00 am
Sing songs, listen to stories, and make a simple craft with friends at the library! Recommended for ages 18 months to 3 years old, with a caregiver. No registration required.
Toddler Time
10:00 am
Toddler Time
Feb 25 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Sing songs, listen to stories, and make a simple craft with friends at the library! Recommended for ages 18 months to 3 years old, with a caregiver. No registration required.
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Preschool Storytime
9:30 am
Preschool Storytime
Feb 26 @ 9:30 am – 10:00 am
Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 years are invited to join us as we share stories, rhymes, songs, games and crafts. No registration required.
Preschool Storytime
10:00 am
Preschool Storytime
Feb 26 @ 10:00 am – 10:30 am
Preschoolers ages 3 to 5 years are invited to join us as we share stories, rhymes, songs, games and crafts. No registration required.
Early Out Adventures: Canvas Tape Painting
1:30 pm
Early Out Adventures: Canvas Tape Painting
Feb 26 @ 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Early Out Adventures are for school age kids during early dismissals. This week, we get create with paint and tape!
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Baby Lapsit
9:00 am
Baby Lapsit
Feb 28 @ 9:00 am – 9:30 am
Bring your baby and sing songs, play games, and socialize with other babies and their caregivers. Recommended for birth through 18 months. No registration required. NEW TIME 9AM!
Storytime
10:00 am
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