Come learn about the past, present, and future of our state through a sampling of its literature. Embracing a generous definition of the term literature, we will explore a range of writing, such as folklore, travel narratives, poetry, memoir, legal documents, and contemporary prize-winning fiction. Attendees will come to appreciate that every place, including Iowa, has a rich literary history just waiting to be enjoyed. Presented by Phillip Jones, Associate Professor Humanities Librarian and Coordinator of Research Services.
Bucket Courses are free educational programs held in the Katherine Howell Weingart ’61 Civic Innovation Pavilion at Renfrow Hall (1033 Broad St.) and coordinated through a group dedicated to life-long learning – Grinnell College in collaboration with the Bucket Course committee. All Classes held on Wednesdays from 10-11 AM. No preregistration required, no fee to attend, and everyone is welcome.
For More InformationAs a child, Abe Goldstien would spend Sunday morning’s listening to the Jewish Hour on a local radio station in Rochester, NY. Fifty years later, he rediscovered the music of his parents and grandparents and began playing Yiddish music on his accordion and with his band, The Java Jews. Yiddish 101 will introduce you to many of the songs and interesting stories behind them. You’ll learn how Irving Berlin came up with “God Bless America,” how a Yiddish tune is connected to Chunky candy bars, and how the Andrew Sisters, who weren’t even Jewish, had an international hit with a song from the Yiddish theatre. Yiddish Music 101 will celebrate Abe’s joy (with an emphasis on the “oy”) of Yiddish music.
Bucket Courses are free educational programs held in the Katherine Howell Weingart ’61 Civic Innovation Pavilion at Renfrow Hall (1033 Broad St.) and coordinated through a group dedicated to life-long learning – Grinnell College in collaboration with the Bucket Course committee. All Classes held on Wednesdays from 10-11 AM. No preregistration required, no fee to attend, and everyone is welcome.
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Stop in for our preschool storytime and enjoy stories, songs, and a snack! Kids of all ages and their adults are welcome to attend, but please note that the content is aimed at children ages 3-5.
For More Information Stop in for our preschool storytime and enjoy stories, songs, and a snack! Kids of all ages and their adults are welcome to attend, but please note that the content is aimed at children ages 3-5.
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Hang out at the library! Try out activities like legos, art, science, games, and more! All materials and a snack are included.
For More Information Hang out at the library! Try out activities like legos, art, science, games, and more! All materials and a snack are included.
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Whether you're a complete beginner or looking for a fun group to jam with, this club is all about making music together in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Bring your own ukulele or just bring your enthusiasm!
Who: Adults and Youth (Ages 14+) - no experience necessary, and experienced players are welcome!
When: Wednesdays, April 1 and May 6
Cost: $20 each class OR $75 when you attend all 4. Ask us about pay-what-you-can options. Advanced registration is appreciated.
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Pictionary happens every other Wednesday at the Brewhouse. Pictionary is played in 3 rounds of 10, with a different category for each round. The images presented on each slide should help players guess the correct answer within the category. Grab friends and play to win!
For More Information Pictionary happens every other Wednesday at the Brewhouse. Pictionary is played in 3 rounds of 10, with a different category for each round. The images presented on each slide should help players guess the correct answer within the category. Grab friends and play to win!
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These blood pressure checks are free; no appointment needed.
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Gravel Curious rides are for bike riders interested in trying out gravel riding. Rides leave from Bikes To You at 5:30 PM and end with time for food and community. Locations TBD. Routes are approx. 12-15 miles in length.
Please be familiar with riding a bike, changing gears and using the brakes. To borrow a bike, talk with someone from Bikes to You or visit the Prairie Burn website linked in this event listing.
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Join for a free Grinnell Community Meal with the Grinnell Methodist Church. Enter the church doors that are at street level on Park Street, directly across from the public library. People are welcome to come early to visit and meet some new friends.
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Join American Brawn for their Weekly Solace Sessions on Thursdays in the Solace Center (3rd floor of the Masonic Lodge). Open to Grinnell area veterans, first responders, or anyone interested in mental health. Calm your minds with enjoyable activites and some chill time of peace, joy and contentment.
Free to attend.
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Today’s topic is “Designing, Recruiting, and Enrolling the Class of 2030” with featured speakers from the Admission & Financial Aid Office – Joe Bagnoli, vice president of enrollment, dean of admission and financial aid, Brad Lindberg, associate vice president of institutional initiatives and enrollment, and Sarah Fischer, assistant vice president of admission. They will share how decisions are made about the composition and profile of a class, how they recruit and admit the class, and how they provide financial aid to ensure admitted students are able to enroll. Everyone is welcome including community members, students, faculty, and staff to foster conversations across campus and community. Light refreshments will be served. No RSVP required.
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Join participating businesses for the 3rd Annual Downtown Easter Egg Hunt from 3-5 PM on Friday, April 3. Participating businesses will have a flier posted on their door/windows.
The six sets of trivia questions will be based on art, music, and theatre. The evening will also feature acts from the fine arts programs interspersed throughout the night. Feel free to plan a team ahead of time. Name your team and buy individual tickets at $10 each, or purchase a team bundle (up to 6) for $50. There will also be "buffs" available for purchase at the event; use these tokens to mess with your competition! Thank you for supporting the Fine Arts Alliance!
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This adult acting laboratory is for anyone who wants to try the rehearsal room for a bit and build their skills or return to the studio and keep their skills sharp in a low-stakes, supportive community! At each 2-hour lab, we’ll do a brief physical and vocal warm up, play a couple theatre games, then dive into script work, improvisation, and technique. These meetings each standalone — you can take as few or as many as you like. No experience necessary.
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Join for St. Francis' Annual Easter Egg hunt!
We warmly invite you to our annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 4 at 2 PM.
After the egg hunt, enjoy photos with the Easter Bunny and engage in some delightful cookie decorating!
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Dig into the process of creating pieces on the wheel from start to finish! The first four sessions will focus on wheel skills such as centering, pulling and trimming clay to create bowls and more. The final session will focus on glazing. No experience necessary. Materials and firing are included in the class fee. Class size limited to six. What to wear: Closed toed shoes for safety and clothes you do not mind getting messy!
Class sessions are Sundays, April 5, 12, 19, 26 and May 10, 2026, from 4-5:30 PM.
Love board games? So do we! Join us at 5:30 P.M. on the first Monday of each month for a fun and relaxed evening of board gaming. We’ll have a variety of games on hand, or feel free to bring a favorite to share with the group. It’s a great way to meet new people and enjoy some screen-free fun—no experience necessary!
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Every Tuesday, the Strand offers discounted admission for all tickets purchased online or at the box office. Plus, you receive a free 46 oz. bag of freshly popped popcorn with a purchase of a beverage!
For More Information Join us for a storytime aimed at children ages 0-2 and their caregivers. We'll share stories, songs, and early literacy tips to get you and your baby ready to read!
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Enjoy a free 30-minute yoga practice with Joy Jones. Open to all levels, mats provided.
For More Information Join us for an hour of fun every Tuesday afternoon at Tue-do-sday! Kids will enjoy a snack and a different activity each week. The first Tuesday of every month is LEGO day, and other weeks will include games, STEM activities, and other fun opportunities.
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This hatha-vinyasa blend focuses on the breath and increases both your strength and flexibility. It is appropriate for all levels of practitioners, from beginners to experts.
Wear comfortable clothes. Mats available. Email mahlab@grinnell.edu with any questions.
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Caregivers and their infant(s), from newborn to one year of age, are invited to connect with healthcare experts and peers during this Postpartum Support and Connection Group. Join for a supportive, come-and-go atmosphere. Get your questions about care for baby and care for mom answered in a low-pressure setting, including help from lactation experts. Baby weight checks are available at each session. Visit our class listing for more information or call (641) 236-2905 with questions.
Life with Baby is offered the first and third Tuesday of the month at GRMC from 5 - 6:30 p.m. There is no cost to attend and no registration required.
*You do not have to be a UnityPoint Health patient to attend. Enter through the Main Entrance on the south side of the building and follow the signs to the Tomasek Conference Room on first floor.
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Join the Prairie Burners for weekly gravel rides every Tuesday at 5:30 PM, rolling out from Bikes to You. This energetic, motivated group covers 20-25 miles on the scenic and sometimes challenging gravel roads surrounding Grinnell. Riders can expect rolling hills, varied terrain, and thoughtfully planned routes. We finish at Grinnell Craft Brewhouse for well-earned food, drinks, and community. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram (linked on this event listing) for weekly updates.
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Come join Eliot Schilling for free beginner dance classes for adult women. This small-session class is designed as a supportive and welcoming space to explore ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and creative movement. No prior dance experience is required.
Session 1 includes two 75-minute classes:
Space is limited to 9 participants per session, and registration (link attached in this event listing) is required. This project is supported by the Alexander “Sandy” Moffett Fund for Practice in Theatre and Dance.
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Trivia happens every other Wednesday at the Brewhouse and is in standard format trivia. Grab a group of friends and compete to win!
For More Information Trivia happens every other Wednesday at the Brewhouse and is in standard format trivia. Grab a group of friends and compete to win!
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A low-pressure evening of music-making! Each session features a different hit song from the last 50+ years of pop music. Instructors will guide singers in learning the melody and harmony parts step-by-step. By the end of the night, sing the full song together in 2- or 3-part harmony.
Pop-Up Choir is a great way to connect with others, build confidence, and experience the joy of shared musical expression. Group singing has been shown to boost mood, reduce stress, and create a sense of belonging — plus, it’s just plain fun! Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and complimentary snacks and beverages. This event is one of our drop-in programs, designed for those who may be unable to commit to regular classes but who want to be part of a musical community. The suggested participation fee is $15 per event, $50/month, or pay-what-you-can. $50/month allows for access to all programs and helps support the Grinnell School of Music!
This event is for adults (18+); no experience is necessary.
For More Information Join American Brawn for their Weekly Solace Sessions on Thursdays in the Solace Center (3rd floor of the Masonic Lodge). Open to Grinnell area veterans, first responders, or anyone interested in mental health. Calm your minds with enjoyable activites and some chill time of peace, joy and contentment.
Free to attend.
For More Information Today’s topic is “Sparkle Truck Summers: Grinnell College Museum of Art Outreach Programs." Tilly Woodward, Grinnell College Museum of Art's Curator of Academic and Community Outreach, will talk about ways the museum works with community partners to provide arts, literacy, and nutrition programs on campus and throughout Grinnell. Everyone is welcome including community members, students, faculty, and staff to foster conversations across campus and community. Light refreshments will be served. No RSVP required.
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Learn the basics of hand-forging with a beginner friendly, single-session workshop to make a simple ring with your choice of steel or brass. Materials included, no experience required.
Join for a fun, no-experience-necessary colored clay workshop to create a beautiful plate(s) with a colored inlay design, a process called “nerikomi” in Japan or “agateware” in America! In this class, you will learn to add color to clay and use it for the nerikomi design.. Participants over the age of 21 may BYOB. *Your items will be fired in the kilns and ready for pickup at the Stew no more than four weeks after your workshop
Pre-schoolers and a family member/guardian can come and experiment with art together in a relaxed environment where it's OK to be messy! Have fun exploring artistic mediums through hands-on projects. $5 fee; registration required.
For More Information Every Tuesday, the Strand offers discounted admission for all tickets purchased online or at the box office. Plus, you receive a free 46 oz. bag of freshly popped popcorn with a purchase of a beverage!
For More Information Join us for an hour of fun every Tuesday afternoon at Tue-do-sday! Kids will enjoy a snack and a different activity each week. The first Tuesday of every month is LEGO day, and other weeks will include games, STEM activities, and other fun opportunities.
For More Information This hatha-vinyasa blend focuses on the breath and increases both your strength and flexibility. It is appropriate for all levels of practitioners, from beginners to experts.
Wear comfortable clothes. Mats available. Email mahlab@grinnell.edu with any questions.
For More InformationTaste your way through all of Molly Dooker's portfolio together with our regional rep from the winery. Molly Dooker creates the most concentrated and fruit faithful expressions of MacLaren Val, Australia. All 10 reds and 2 whites will be available to taste and discuss with fellow wine dorks. A buffet of wine friendly foods will be served.
Come join Eliot Schilling for free beginner dance classes for adult women. This small-session class is designed as a supportive and welcoming space to explore ballet, jazz, lyrical, contemporary, and creative movement. No prior dance experience is required.
Session 2 includes two 75-minute classes:
Space is limited to 9 participants per session, and registration (link attached in this event listing) is required. This project is supported by the Alexander “Sandy” Moffett Fund for Practice in Theatre and Dance.
For More Information Join American Brawn for their Weekly Solace Sessions on Thursdays in the Solace Center (3rd floor of the Masonic Lodge). Open to Grinnell area veterans, first responders, or anyone interested in mental health. Calm your minds with enjoyable activites and some chill time of peace, joy and contentment.
Free to attend.
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Join us for a special Coffee with the College conversation with distinguished alum Ali Akgün ’93, technology leader and former corporate vice president, mobile experiences and platforms at Microsoft. Akgün will be joined by a member of Grinnell College's Computer Science Department to discuss how academia and industry are shaping the future of computer science. This is a unique opportunity to hear from a technology leader about the future of tech leadership, the role of AI in transforming our world, and the continuing relevance of a Grinnell education. Everyone is welcome including community members, students, faculty, and staff to foster conversations across campus and community. Light refreshments will be served. No RSVP required.
For More Information This adult acting laboratory is for anyone who wants to try the rehearsal room for a bit and build their skills or return to the studio and keep their skills sharp in a low-stakes, supportive community! At each 2-hour lab, we’ll do a brief physical and vocal warm up, play a couple theatre games, then dive into script work, improvisation, and technique. These meetings each standalone — you can take as few or as many as you like. No experience necessary.
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To make the LINK Mentoring Annual Bowling Event successful, we need you on our team! This year’s theme is “For Splits and Giggles.” The event will be held on Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the Bowladrome in Grinnell. For $300, 5 team members may bowl two games, eat a delicious meal, get a cool t-shirt and win fabulous prizes. All funds support the LINK Mentoring program for the next school year. Teams may bowl from 11 AM-1 PM; 1:30-3:30 PM; or 4-6 PM.
For More Information$100 entry. First team to finish all three games wins! Spots are limited so see a Grinnell Eagles bartender to sign up today.
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Join Bethany to create a small bowl with drain holes, good for washing your berries!
Join us for an hour of fun every Tuesday afternoon at Tue-do-sday! Kids will enjoy a snack and a different activity each week. The first Tuesday of every month is LEGO day, and other weeks will include games, STEM activities, and other fun opportunities.
For More Information This hatha-vinyasa blend focuses on the breath and increases both your strength and flexibility. It is appropriate for all levels of practitioners, from beginners to experts.
Wear comfortable clothes. Mats available. Email mahlab@grinnell.edu with any questions.
For More Information Caregivers and their infant(s), from newborn to one year of age, are invited to connect with healthcare experts and peers during this Postpartum Support and Connection Group. Join for a supportive, come-and-go atmosphere. Get your questions about care for baby and care for mom answered in a low-pressure setting, including help from lactation experts. Baby weight checks are available at each session. Visit our class listing for more information or call (641) 236-2905 with questions.
Life with Baby is offered the first and third Tuesday of the month at GRMC from 5 - 6:30 p.m. There is no cost to attend and no registration required.
*You do not have to be a UnityPoint Health patient to attend. Enter through the Main Entrance on the south side of the building and follow the signs to the Tomasek Conference Room on first floor.
For More Information Join American Brawn for their Weekly Solace Sessions on Thursdays in the Solace Center (3rd floor of the Masonic Lodge). Open to Grinnell area veterans, first responders, or anyone interested in mental health. Calm your minds with enjoyable activites and some chill time of peace, joy and contentment.
Free to attend.
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Belt out your favorite show tunes alongside fellow Broadway lovers. Accompanied live on piano by talented local musicians, this series brings the magic of musical theater to an informal, joy-filled setting. We’ll provide a curated songbook full of hits from classic and contemporary musicals, and you’re encouraged to make requests. Whether you sing every word or just hum along, all voices are welcome. This is one of our drop-in programs, designed for those who may be unable to commit to regular classes but who want to be part of a musical community. Attend whenever it works for you. Advance registration is recommended, but we will do our best to accommodate you at the door.
The suggested participation fee is $15 per event. As with all of our programs, pay-what-you-can is always an option. You can also subscribe and support GSoM! For $50/month, attend all the programs you’d like, and help support the Grinnell School of Music!
The Grinnell School of Music, a 501(c)3 non-profit, is a community music school in Grinnell where children and adults access professional music instruction. With an emphasis on participatory, community music-making in addition to excellence in performance, we provide accessible opportunities for all ages.
For More Information Join us for an hour of fun every Tuesday afternoon at Tue-do-sday! Kids will enjoy a snack and a different activity each week. The first Tuesday of every month is LEGO day, and other weeks will include games, STEM activities, and other fun opportunities.
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Join us to share the creativity, curiosity, and work happening across Grinnell College in a relaxed, welcoming setting. Attendees will have a chance to meet several of the Grinnell College Board of Trustees.
A Q&A panel format will ask questions such as:
-What inspired you to serve on the Board?
-How do trustees stay connected to what is happening in Grinnell?
-What are some of your favorite things about our community?
Everyone is welcome, including community members, students, faculty, and staff, to foster conversations across campus and community. Light refreshments will be served. No RSVP required.
For More Information Join American Brawn for their Weekly Solace Sessions on Thursdays in the Solace Center (3rd floor of the Masonic Lodge). Open to Grinnell area veterans, first responders, or anyone interested in mental health. Calm your minds with enjoyable activites and some chill time of peace, joy and contentment.
Free to attend.
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