Game Night
Join us on the first Monday of each month for games!
Bookin' It @ the Drake
Join us for our bi-monthly book discussion. New readers are always welcome to attend. Both non-fiction and fiction titles are chosen. The library purchases several copies of each title for general circulation so that anyone wanting to participate may do so. Ebook, eaudiobook and large print versions may be available.
You can call us at 641-236-2661 or email library@grinnelliowa.gov to be added to the email list to receive a reminder for the meeting.
The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon
Discussion on Thursday, May 15th, 2025 at 7 pm
A gripping historical fiction novel set in 1789 Maine. Follow a courageous midwife as she navigates the harsh winter landscape and uncovers dark secrets within her community. This enthralling tale of justice, resilience, and the fight against societal constraints will captivate readers who enjoy strong female protagonists and richly detailed historical settings. Perfect for those who love a blend of mystery and history.
New readers are always welcome to Bookin’ It @ the Drake. Questions? Call 641-236-2661. If you are a person with a disability who requires special assistance, you are also encouraged to call the library in advance of the program.
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Book Nerd Challenge
Can you read twenty books in a year? How about forty? Maybe even sixty? What if they had to fill specific categories? Register for DCL Book Nerd to see how many categories you can fill in our year-long reading challenge! Register on the Beanstack website or download the mobile app to your device.
Bucket Courses
Join us for a series of weekly classes explores specific topics taught by experts in their fields, including Grinnell College professors, medical professionals, and career scientists. Topics have included history, psychiatry, music, science, biotechnology, philosophy, theatre, astronomy, religion, and classics.
The courses are held from 10-11:30 pm on each Wednesday morning during two semester-like terms. The fall term begins in September and ends in November or December; the spring term begins in January and ends in May. The classes are held in the Caulkins Community Room. No registration necessary. Free will donations appreciated.
For recordings of past courses and a list of current ones go to the Bucket Course website.