Classes & arts
JUN18
grimes · Grimes, IA
Classes & arts
DCG Booster Club/FOFA Workshop
grimes
To discuss upcoming collaboration opportunities with DCG FOFA.
Classes and talksIndoors
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Events in Grimes, IA
60 upcoming events near Grimes. Each card links back to the source, so you can check the details before you go.
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Theater & film
JUN18
grimes · Grimes, IA
Classes & arts
JUN18
grimes · Grimes, IA
Classes & arts
Run. Jump. Hop! Discovering Culture through Play
grimes
This interactive workshop from CultureAll educator Chesna Closs features physical games and blends movement, art, imagination, and music to explore traditional games from cultures around the world. Participants will not only play, but also discover the stories, traditions, similarities and differences behind the games we play. All ages welcome
Classes and talksIndoorsBring the grandkids
Lifelong learning
JUN19
grimes · Grimes, IA
Lifelong learning
Tippi Toes Dance Class
grimes
Join Tippi Toes for a class full of upbeat music, fun dance moves, and lots of energy—perfect for little ones aged 2-6 to wiggle, giggle, and get moving in a positive environment
Dance and fitnessIndoors
Community & civic
JUN23
grimes · Grimes, IA
Music & concerts
JUN24
grimes · Grimes, IA
Music & concertsHappens regularly
Summer Movies
grimes
PG movies and popcorn on Wednesdays! - June 24th: Trolls Band Together - July 1st: Dog Man - July 8th: Snow White (live action) - July 15th: Smurfs (2025) - July 22nd: Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie - July 29th: Zootopia 2
MusicWeekly
Community & civic
JUN24
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
JUN24
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
JUN27
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
Crafty Saturday
grimes
On this Crafty Saturday, we are making centerpieces out of discarded books. We will have books on hand to use, but if you are welcome to bring your own hardcover book if you wish.
Bring the grandkids
Classes & arts
JUN29
grimes · Grimes, IA
Classes & arts
Girl Talk: Mother/Daughter Workshop
grimes
Tools, information & open communication workshop for young girls & their female caretakers.
Classes and talksIndoors
Community & civic
JUN30
grimes · Grimes, IA
Theater & film
JUL1
grimes · Grimes, IA
Theater & filmHappens regularly
Summer Movies
grimes
PG movies and popcorn on Wednesdays! - July 1st: Dog Man - July 8th: Snow White (live action) - July 15th: Smurfs (2025) - July 22nd: Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie - July 29th: Zootopia 2
Arts and craftsWeeklyIndoors
Community & civic
JUL1
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
DSMALONGARMGROUP
grimes
Longarm quilting education
Bring the grandkids
Community & civic
JUL7
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
Blessmen Sewing Group
grimes
Blessman Sewing Group==personal hygiene kits for South Africa
Bring the grandkids
Lifelong learning
JUL7
grimes · Grimes, IA
Lifelong learning
Adult Book Club
grimes
Book this month: Don't Forget to Write by Sarah Goodman Confino About the book: In 1960, a young woman discovers a freedom she never knew existed in this exhilarating, funny, and emotional novel by the bestselling author of She’s Up to No Good . When Marilyn Kleinman is caught making out with the rabbi’s son in front of the whole congregation, her parents ship her off to her great-aunt Ada for the summer. If anyone can save their daughter’s reputation, it’s Philadelphia’s strict premier match...
Classes and talksIndoors
Lifelong learning
JUL8
grimes · Grimes, IA
Lifelong learning
University of Iowa MFP Supervisors meeting
grimes
meeting for MFP team supervisors
Classes and talksIndoors
Theater & film
JUL8
grimes · Grimes, IA
Theater & filmHappens regularly
Summer Movies
grimes
PG movies and popcorn on Wednesdays! - July 8th: Snow White (live action) - July 15th: Smurfs (2025) - July 22nd: Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie - July 29th: Zootopia 2
Arts and craftsWeeklyIndoors
Lifelong learning
JUL9
grimes · Grimes, IA
Lifelong learningHappens regularly
University of Iowa MFP team meeting
grimes
MFP team monthly meeting
Classes and talksWeeklyIndoors
Classes & arts
JUL11
grimes · Grimes, IA
Classes & arts
Craft & Play: Garden Art
grimes
GardeningArts and craftsOutdoorsIndoors
Theater & film
JUL15
grimes · Grimes, IA
Theater & filmHappens regularly
Summer Movies
grimes
PG movies and popcorn on Wednesdays! - July 15th: Smurfs (2025) - July 22nd: Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie - July 29th: Zootopia 2
Arts and craftsWeeklyIndoors
Classes & arts
JUL16
grimes · Grimes, IA
Classes & arts
Rain Barrel Workshop
grimes
Back by popular demand, this workshop is available for Grimes citizens to build and take home a rain barrel. All supplies are provided by the City of Grimes Stormwater Grant. One rain barrel per household. Each registrant may bring along a partner to help build (registering a partner is not necessary). Grimes residents 18+ only.
Classes and talksIndoors
Classes & arts
JUL18
grimes · Grimes, IA
Classes & arts
Hooks & Needles
grimes
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.
Arts and craftsIndoors
Dance & fitness
JUL20
grimes · Grimes, IA
Dance & fitness
Introduction to Dance with Iowa Ballet Academy
grimes
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! Presentation led by Ami Yaro from Iowa Ballet Academy.
Dance and fitness
Community & civic
JUL21
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
Check Out What's Cooking at the Library
grimes
Squash is readily available at this time of year and there are many recipes that can be made with this healthy and easy vegetable. Learn about this underrated summer produce.
IndoorsBring the grandkids
Theater & film
JUL22
grimes · Grimes, IA
Theater & filmHappens regularly
Summer Movies
grimes
PG movies and popcorn on Wednesdays! - July 22nd: Gabby's Dollhouse: The Movie - July 29th: Zootopia 2
Arts and craftsWeeklyIndoors
Classes & arts
JUL25
grimes · Grimes, IA
Outdoors & nature
JUL29
grimes · Grimes, IA
Outdoors & nature
Northwood Trail HOA Meeting
grimes
Northwoood Trail Association quarterly meeting for the members Set up 5:30-6 Meeting time 6-7:45pm
Hiking and natureOutdoors
Community & civic
JUL30
grimes · Grimes, IA
Classes & arts
AUG1
grimes · Grimes, IA
Classes & arts
Crafty Saturday
grimes
Craft still to be determined
Arts and craftsIndoors
Community & civic
AUG2
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
AUG4
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
Blessmen Sewing Group
grimes
Blessmen Sewing Group making personal hygiene kits to send to South Africa
Bring the grandkids
Lifelong learning
AUG4
grimes · Grimes, IA
Lifelong learning
Adult Book Club
grimes
Book this month: Just Add Water: My Swimming Life by Katie Ledecky About the book: Katie Ledecky has won more individual Olympic races than any female swimmer in history. She is a three-time Olympian, a seven-time gold medalist, a twenty-one-time world champion, eight-time NCAA Champion, and a world record-holder in individual swimming events. Time and again, the question is posed to her family, her coaches, and to her—what makes her a champion? Now, for the first time, she shares what it tak...
Classes and talksIndoorsBring the grandkids
Community & civic
AUG5
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
DSMALONGARMGROUP
grimes
Longarm quilting education
Bring the grandkids
Community & civic
AUG7
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
Book Sale
grimes
Stop in at the library during your weekend of garage sales and get some great deals on good books! All purchases help fund programs and materials for the library. Shop on Friday for the best picks; shop on Saturday for half-price. - Friday, August 7 from 9:00am to 5:30pm - Saturday, August 8 from 9:00am to 12:00pm
IndoorsBring the grandkids
Community & civic
AUG8
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
Growing the Good Life
grimes
This Month's Topic: Seed Saving Basics There are many benefits to saving seeds from your own flowers and vegetables. We will cover the fundamentals of seed saving including harvesting (how, what and when), cleaning and storing.
Bring the grandkids
Community & civic
AUG8
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
Book Sale
grimes
Stop in at the library during your weekend of garage sales and get some great deals on good books! All purchases help fund programs and materials for the library. Shop on Friday for the best picks; shop on Saturday for half-price. - Friday, August 7 from 9:00am to 5:30pm - Saturday, August 8 from 9:00am to 4:30pm
IndoorsBring the grandkids
Lifelong learning
AUG12
grimes · Grimes, IA
Lifelong learning
University of Iowa MFP Supervisors meeting
grimes
meeting for MFP team supervisors
Classes and talksIndoors
Lifelong learning
AUG13
grimes · Grimes, IA
Lifelong learningHappens regularly
University of Iowa MFP team meeting
grimes
MFP team monthly meeting
Classes and talksWeeklyIndoors
Classes & arts
AUG18
grimes · Grimes, IA
Classes & arts
Check Out What's Cooking at the Library
grimes
Fruits and vegetables can be used to create items that are not only decorative but also tasty. Get creative in this hands-on workshop and learn how to make some fun additions to your food.
Classes and talksIndoors
Community & civic
AUG19
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
FOCUS & FINISH DMAQG
grimes
DES MOINES AREA QUILTERS GUILD small group meeting to focus and finish projects.
Bring the grandkids
Community & civic
AUG21
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
Daughter's of the American Revolution Camp Dodge Chapter
grimes
Meeting for the Camp Dodge Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution.
Bring the grandkids
Classes & arts
AUG22
grimes · Grimes, IA
Classes & arts
Hooks & Needles
grimes
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.
Arts and craftsIndoors
Community & civic
AUG25
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
SEP1
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
Blessman Sewing Group
grimes
Sewing personal hygiene kits to ship to South Africa
Bring the grandkids
Community & civic
SEP2
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
DSMALONGARMGROUP
grimes
Longarm quilting education
Bring the grandkids
Lifelong learning
SEP9
grimes · Grimes, IA
Lifelong learningHappens regularly
Read & Reflect Book Club
grimes
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. Each month features a new theme designed to spark meaningful conversation and promote well-being. Snacks provided.
Classes and talksWeeklyIndoors
Lifelong learning
SEP10
grimes · Grimes, IA
Lifelong learning
University of Iowa MFP team meeting
grimes
meeting for the MFP team grant
Classes and talksIndoors
Community & civic
SEP16
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
FOCUS & FINISH DMAQG
grimes
Small group from Des Moines Area Quilters Guild meeting to focus on and finish projects.
Bring the grandkids
Community & civic
OCT1
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civicHappens regularly
Grimes Area Democrats Monthly Meeting
grimes
Monthly community meeting
WeeklyBring the grandkids
Community & civic
OCT4
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
OCT6
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
Blessman Sewing
grimes
Sewing personal hygiene kits to be shipped to South Africa
Bring the grandkids
Outdoors & nature
OCT7
grimes · Grimes, IA
Outdoors & nature
Northwood Trail Owners Association Annual Meeting
grimes
Nothwood Trail Owners Association annual meeting
Hiking and natureOutdoors
Lifelong learning
OCT7
grimes · Grimes, IA
Lifelong learning
University of Iowa MFP Supervisors meeting
grimes
MFP supervisors meeting
Classes and talksIndoors
Community & civic
OCT7
grimes · Grimes, IA
Community & civic
DSMALONGARMGROUP
grimes
Longarm information share and education.
Bring the grandkids
Lifelong learning
OCT8
grimes · Grimes, IA
Lifelong learningHappens regularly
University of Iowa MFP team meeting
grimes
MFP grant monthly meeting
Classes and talksWeeklyIndoors
Community & civic
JUL11
johnston · Johnston, IA
Community & civic
JUL13
johnston · Johnston, IA
Community & civic
Let's Talk English Conversation Group
johnston
Bring the grandkids
Community & civic
JUL16
johnston · Johnston, IA
Community & civic
JUL16
johnston · Johnston, IA
Classes & arts
JUL20
johnston · Johnston, IA
Classes & arts
First Tech Challenge Workshop
johnston
I am a student that is part of a worlds-qualifying FTC Robotics team, #25957 Quantum Igniters and we want to make STEM more accesible to students by hosting a camp that can give students hands-on activties and introduce them to the world of STEM.
Classes and talksIndoors