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Jump into January
Join us virtually on Tuesdays this month as we jump into the new year with a new attitude! 2020 was a tough year for everyone so we are going to help you start fresh in 2021. We are going to explore ways to improve our physical and mental health, our nutrition and our outlook on life. Let’s start 2021 off right together!
Check out our Jump into January Pinterest Board for printables, tips & tricks and additional instructions!
Tuesday, Jan. 5th: Getting Started with Goal Setting
- Resolution Alternatives
- SMART Goals
- Use this template to write your own SMART goals
- Additional Resources
Tuesday, Jan. 12th: Physical Health
- Fitness Collection at the Library
- Online Workouts
Tuesday, Jan. 19th: Nutrition
- Nutrition 101
- Meal Prepping
- Additional Resources
- Library Resources
- Grocery List
- Weekly Meal Planners
- Option #1 Option #2
Tuesday, Jan. 26th: Sticking with It!
- Redefining Success
- The Life-Changing Power of Redefining How You Measure Success – Forbes
- 174,203 Ways to Measure Health (Besides the Scale) – Whole 9
- Do We Need to Redefine ‘Success’? – Thrive Global
- Motivation
- Additional Resources
- Library Resources
Jump into January
Join us virtually on Tuesdays this month as we jump into the new year with a new attitude! 2020 was a tough year for everyone so we are going to help you start fresh in 2021. We are going to explore ways to improve our physical and mental health, our nutrition and our outlook on life. Let’s start 2021 off right together!
Check out our Jump into January Pinterest Board for printables, tips & tricks and additional instructions!
Tuesday, Jan. 5th: Getting Started with Goal Setting
- Resolution Alternatives
- SMART Goals
- Use this template to write your own SMART goals
- Additional Resources
Tuesday, Jan. 12th: Physical Health
- Fitness Collection at the Library
- Online Workouts
Tuesday, Jan. 19th: Nutrition
- Nutrition 101
- Meal Prepping
- Additional Resources
- Library Resources
- Grocery List
- Weekly Meal Planners
- Option #1 Option #2
Tuesday, Jan. 26th: Sticking with It!
- Redefining Success
- The Life-Changing Power of Redefining How You Measure Success – Forbes
- 174,203 Ways to Measure Health (Besides the Scale) – Whole 9
- Do We Need to Redefine ‘Success’? – Thrive Global
- Motivation
- Additional Resources
- Library Resources
Jump into January
Join us virtually on Tuesdays this month as we jump into the new year with a new attitude! 2020 was a tough year for everyone so we are going to help you start fresh in 2021. We are going to explore ways to improve our physical and mental health, our nutrition and our outlook on life. Let’s start 2021 off right together!
Check out our Jump into January Pinterest Board for printables, tips & tricks and additional instructions!
Tuesday, Jan. 5th: Getting Started with Goal Setting
- Resolution Alternatives
- SMART Goals
- Use this template to write your own SMART goals
- Additional Resources
Tuesday, Jan. 12th: Physical Health
- Fitness Collection at the Library
- Online Workouts
Tuesday, Jan. 19th: Nutrition
- Nutrition 101
- Meal Prepping
- Additional Resources
- Library Resources
- Grocery List
- Weekly Meal Planners
- Option #1 Option #2
Tuesday, Jan. 26th: Sticking with It!
- Redefining Success
- The Life-Changing Power of Redefining How You Measure Success – Forbes
- 174,203 Ways to Measure Health (Besides the Scale) – Whole 9
- Do We Need to Redefine ‘Success’? – Thrive Global
- Motivation
- Additional Resources
- Library Resources
Check out our Pinterest Board for additional ideas and instructions
February Grab & Go Kit: Rock Candy. Stop by the Library to pick up your kit. Available starting February 1st while supplies last
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.
This book club is for ages 18+ and meets the first Tuesday evening of every month.
The following is our upcoming book club selection:
February Discussion: The Wright Sisters by Patty Dann Meeting at Grimes Community Complex, room 402.
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.
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.
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.
OFF THE CLOCK
Stop by the Library on February 25th from 4:30pm to 6pm for Off the Clock (formally Business in Grimes.) Drop off your business card and get a Library swag bag! Hosted by Grimes Public Library Friend’s Foundation and Grimes Chamber of Economic Development.