SAVE THE DATE!
February 6, 2026 Save the date for the annual S.H.E. Counts Women & Friends event on March 24th at Solera!
Small Town Baseball Iowa Championships are returning to Grinnell June 5–7, 2026
January 31, 2026 We know it’s early… but who else is dreaming of warmer days at Ahrens Park? Mark your calendars - the Small Town Baseball Iowa Championships are returning to Ahrens Park June 5–7, 2026! We’re excited to welcome youth teams from across the state for a weekend packed with great competition, community spirit, [...]
Calling All Parent Volunteers!
January 26, 2026 POWER Kids is headed to Bailey Park Elementary School and Fairview Elementary - Grinnell Newburg School District in a few weeks! Join the fun and volunteer for a fun session of exercise, reading and food sampling. We are looking for volunteers to help out with this fun program. Read a story [...]
Point in Time Event on Wednesday, January 28 at the Grinnell Empowerment Center
January 25, 2026 Point in Time Event on Wednesday, January 28 at the Grinnell Empowerment Center. This event helps our community better understand and respond to homelessness while offering meaningful support to those in need. If you or someone you know is unhoused, please direct them to the Empowerment Center located at 306 6th [...]
Sign up for the 2026 Prairie Burn!
January 14, 2026 The Prairie Burn 100 brought together 308 participants for an unforgettable day of gravel biking, running, music, food, and community fun. Thank you to our volunteers, supporters, partners, and every athlete who showed up and made the day so special. Sign up is NOW open for this year! June 6, 2026. ->Register [...]
Grinnell Food Coalition to Open Second Round of Harvest Grant Applications
January 6, 2026 The Grinnell Food Coalition (GFC) will open applications for its second Harvest Grant on January 5, continuing its commitment to strengthening food access and local food systems across Grinnell, Poweshiek County, and surrounding communities. The Harvest Grant supports existing programs, projects, and new initiatives that address food insecurity while building long-term, [...]
POWER Kids Pedaled Their Way to Make Smoothies!
December 11, 2025 We had a blast at Fairview and Bailey Park Elementary Schools on December 8th and 9th leading 2nd grade activities for our POWER Kids program! Kids pedaled our Blender Bike to make smoothies, and learned that wellness can be fun, exciting, and achievable! Together, we’re shaping a healthier future—one student at [...]
The Grinnell Community Meal Brings People Together
December 11, 2025 No plans for Christmas? The Grinnell United Methodist Church will be providing a free Christmas Day Dinner at noon. If you choose to dine in you will enjoy a beautiful setting and be surrounded by the joyful fellowship of others. If you struggle to get out, you are welcome to request a [...]
210 Trees Planted This Year!
December 10, 2025 Imagine Grinnell was busy planting and distributing trees this year! In the spring we were able to partner with the City of Grinnell and plant trees where road reconstruction occurred and then in the Fall we planted an additional 100 trees. To learn more about our programs, check out the Imagine Grinnell [...]
Free Holiday Movie Tickets for the Strand 3 Theatre
December 1, 2025 The Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation is proud to be a title sponsor of the Holiday Matinee series at Strand 3 Theatre. FREE tickets are available at the Foundation Offices at Ahrens Park and other sponsoring businesses. Stop by between 9 AM – 4 PM Monday - Friday or call [...]