Grimes Public Library Calendar

Little Librarians

Feb 3 all-day

Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be a Librarian? Even though Librarians are surrounded by books, that doesn’t mean they get to read all day – but that doesn’t make it any less fun! Join us each week on grimes.beanstack.org to complete an activity badge and become an honorary Grimes Public Library Librarian!

For 2nd-6th Graders

Categories: Recurring School Age

Virtual Tutoring with the Grimes Public Library

Tickets

Feb 3 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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.

Categories: Recurring School Age

Cozy Crafting

Feb 5 all-day

Hobbies aren’t just for adults! Join us this month as we explore hobbies for kids. Stop by the library each Friday to pick up your beginners kits while supplies last.

Checkout our Pinterest Board for instructions and additional ideas.

Friday, Feb. 5th: Cross-stitching

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Written instructions (with pictures)
Video Instructions

Patterns:

Friday, Feb. 12th: Weaving

Step-by Step Instructions: Check out our pinterest board for pattern ideas!

DIY Looms

Friday, Feb. 19th: Origami

Friday, Feb. 26th:

This week we have provided you with a blank puzzle so you can create your own design! This is a simple and great way for you to be as creative as you want! You can write a message, create a design or color some abstract art. Create and color your design while your puzzle is put together, then take it all apart and see if you can reassemble it!

Categories: Recurring School Age

Winter Wonderland

Feb 6 all-day

Join us virtually this Winter on Saturdays as we get creative with new art projects, crafts, and experiments!

Check out our Pinterest Winter Wonderland Board for more ideas!

February Craft Ideas

January Craft Ideas

December Craft Ideas

Categories: Family Recurring

Feb

8

Mon

Virtual Story Grooves

Tickets

Feb 8 @ 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm

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

Categories: Family Preschool Recurring

February Feats

Feb 9 all-day

Join us virtually each week in February as we learn about a new hobby. Stop by the library each Tuesday to pick up your beginners kits while supplies last.

Checkout our Pinterest Board for instructions and additional ideas.

Tuesday, February 2nd: Cross-stitching

Step-by-Step Instructions

Written instructions (with picture)
Video Tutorials
Creativebug: this online service provides video tutorials that walk you step-by-step through a multitude of different crafts and hobbies. All you need to do is create an account with your library card number to get started. Once you create the account, simply type cross stitch into the search box and pick from a number of different video tutorials!

Patterns – your kit includes a free pattern but you can find additional ideas at these following websites:

15 Places to find free cross stitch patterns
Online sources of free cross stitch patterns
The Cross-stitch Club (has a free pattern section)

Tuesday, February 9th: Weaving

Weaving Techniques:

Written instructions (with pictures)
Video Tutorials
Creativebug: The weaving for beginners class not only teaches you weaving basics, but it also shows you how to create your own loom with a wooden frame!

DIY Looms: These DIY Looms are a great alternative to the expensive looms you can find online. The greatest part is that they can be made from supplies you already have around your house! Use an old frame or cardboard.

Tuesday, February 16th: Hand-knitting

Join us virtually this week as we learn how to hand knit. Ages 11 to adult.

Tuesday, February 23rd: Wood-working

Join us virtually this week as we learn the basics of woodcarving. Ages 16 to adult.

You will need your own pocket knife.

Categories: Recurring Teen/Adult

Feb

10

Wed

Virtual Tutoring with the Grimes Public Library

Tickets

Feb 10 @ 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm

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.

Categories: Recurring School Age

Cozy Crafting

Feb 12 all-day

Hobbies aren’t just for adults! Join us this month as we explore hobbies for kids. Stop by the library each Friday to pick up your beginners kits while supplies last.

Checkout our Pinterest Board for instructions and additional ideas.

Friday, Feb. 5th: Cross-stitching

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Written instructions (with pictures)
Video Instructions

Patterns:

Friday, Feb. 12th: Weaving

Step-by Step Instructions: Check out our pinterest board for pattern ideas!

DIY Looms

Friday, Feb. 19th: Origami

Friday, Feb. 26th:

This week we have provided you with a blank puzzle so you can create your own design! This is a simple and great way for you to be as creative as you want! You can write a message, create a design or color some abstract art. Create and color your design while your puzzle is put together, then take it all apart and see if you can reassemble it!

Categories: Recurring School Age

Winter Wonderland

Feb 13 all-day

Join us virtually this Winter on Saturdays as we get creative with new art projects, crafts, and experiments!

Check out our Pinterest Winter Wonderland Board for more ideas!

February Craft Ideas

January Craft Ideas