GRIMES PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Join us for our LIVE virtual story time with lots of movement every Monday at 6:30 pm!
Find our monthly rhymes/craft/activity ideas
Join us each we as we take a closer look at 4 different types of art mediums. Each week we will explore the art world through poetry, film, music, and photography. Each week, we will have some resources and supplies available to help you explore and create! Stop by the library each Tuesday to pick up your kit while supplies last.
Checkout our Pinterest Board for instructions and additional ideas.
Tuesday, April 6th: Poetry Come to Life!
Tuesday, April 13th: Film
Free tools to make your own movies:
- Stop motion
- Powtoon – free for videos up to 3 minutes long
- Canva
- Animoto
Tuesday, April 20th: Music Therapy
Tuesday, April 27th: Photography
Complete one activity in each of the four American Girl categories by April 30th to be automatically entered into a raffle to win your very own doll and accessories! (Prize doll and accessories are NOT American Girl.) Reading challenge is self paced through grimes.beanstack.org.
Starting on September 9th, homework help will be offered on Wednesdays, from 5-7 pm. This free tutoring service is offered Wednesdays from 5-7pm via Zoom or phone! Registration is required. Call the Library for additional information.
Check out our Tutoring Pinterest Board for additional tips and tricks
Subjects covered:
- English/Language Arts
- Science
- Social Studies
- Math
- Essay Review
Registration is required. Call the Library for additional information.
Join us virtually as we explore the world of art. Each Friday, learn a new art technique and create a mini masterpiece! Stop by the library each Friday for your craft kit while supplies last!
Checkout our Pinterest Board for instructions and additional ideas.
Friday, April 2nd: Chalk Creations
Chalk Pastels: Have you ever used chalk pastels before? It is different than sidewalk chalk but just as fun.
- Your kit includes 1 piece of pastel chalk for you to experiment with. Use any color of paper you like and get creative! Don’t have paper? We can provide you with some just ask at the front desk!
Sidewalk Chalk Paint: Follow these instructions to create your own paint!
- Your kit includes 1 piece of sidewalk chalk and 2 Tbsp of cornstarch.
Friday, April 9th: Watercolors
What is in your kit?!
Homemade Watercolor Paints: Did you know you can create your own watercolors at home?! Click the link for instructions
- Your kit includes baking soda, sugar, cornstarch and vinegar! All you need to add is your choice of food coloring.
Friday, April 16th: Print Art
What is in your kit?!
Make your own art stamps: Here are some great and super easy instructions on how you can create your own stamps!
- Your kit includes 1 wooden block
- Several foam pieces to use as a stamp
- You can also use different objects from around your house like buttons or different shapes you create out of cardboard, or paper. Get creative!
Friday, April 23rd: Collage Creations
Create your own paper collages from items found around your home!
Friday, April 30th: Sculpture
What is in your kit?!
- How to work with Air Dry Clay
- Your kit includes 3 different colors of air dry clay!
- Air Dry Clay Project Ideas
- DIY Air Dry Clay Recipe: dks
Check out our Pinterest Board for additional ideas and instructions
May Grab & Go Kit: Shrinky Dinks. Design your own shrinking keychain! Stop by the Library to pick up your kit. Available starting May 1st while supplies last.
Join us virtually this spring on Saturdays as we get creative with new art projects, crafts, and experiments!
Checkout our Pinterest Board for instructions and additional ideas.
Saturday, March 6th: Rainbows Galore
Saturday, March 20th: Butterfly Crafts
Saturday, March 27th: Paper Flowers
Saturday, April 3rd: Under Pressure
Saturday, April 10th: Cloud Play
Saturday, April 17th: Spring Sensory Play
Saturday, April 24th: Wind & Weather
Saturday, May 1st: Leaf Threading
Saturday, May 15th: Water Flowers
Join us for our LIVE virtual story time with lots of movement every Monday at 6:30 pm!
Find our monthly rhymes/craft/activity ideas
Meatless meals are not only easy on your budget but also on our planet. On Tuesdays in May we will be exploring meat alternative proteins to add to your diet. Each week we will focus on a different protein with delicious recipes for you to try.
Check our facebook and pinterest for all the recipes and ideas on meatless meal ideas.
May 4th: Eggs & Dairy
May 18th: Tofu
May 25th: Lentils and Quinoa
This book club is for ages 18+ and meets the first Tuesday evening of every month.
The following is our upcoming book club selection:
May Discussion: The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry by Gabrielle Zevin
May 4th at 5:30pm
location TBD
multiple copies available