Recent Projects
Imagine Grinnell is turning imagination into action by creating a more vibrant, sustainable and healthy community in Grinnell, Iowa. Since 1985, the program has innovated and spearheaded a multitude of significant initiatives including the development and growth of the local Farmer’s Market, construction of a state-of-the-art skate park, overseeing incubator projects such as curbside compost pickup, hosting and directing a regional annual gravel bike ride event, maintenance of community gardens and many more impactful programs. Working to create healthier people and a healthier environment in the Grinnell community, Imagine Grinnell embraces community collaboration.
Imagine Grinnell and its partners are taking focus on a handful of projects and initiatives aimed at keeping the community vibrant, enhancing sustainability and creating an overall healthy environment for all.
This program relies on volunteers to support and sustain their efforts, please click the button below to sign up today.
Prairie Burn 100 Gravel Bike Ride and 5K Fun Run
See the Prairie Burn website for more information!
Grinnell Bike Share
Grinnell Bike Share is a program of Imagine Grinnell, encouraging participation in a healthy outdoor activity while building community and increasing bike awareness in Grinnell. Bikes are available to rent for free at the Bikes to You location in Grinnell.
Today, volunteers at Marvin Garden picked a lot of produce to be delivered to MICA, but there are also some cucumbers and a tomato free for the taking at the Garden! Some of the produce delivered to MICA includes sage, basil, lettuce, green beans, and chives!
We also found a toad and a snake in our garden, so be on the lookout! These are signs of a healthy and growing garden, so handle with care!
Come out to Marvin Garden for this great event!
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💧 Your Tree Needs a Drink! 💧
Trees planted within the last three years need extra attention to establish healthy root systems.
🌳 Trees planted in 2025 or 2024 should receive approximately 5 gallons of water per week, especially during hot and dry weather.
Consistent watering now helps ensure your tree will provide shade, beauty, and environmental benefits for years to come.
Need tree care tips? Check out our tree care guide here:
🔗 www.imaginegrinnell.org/programs/#treecorps
Thank you for helping grow a greener Grinnell!
#imaginegrinnell #treecare
Marvin Garden volunteers harvested some greens, spinach, peas, herbs, Swiss chard and kale for MICA!
As the days get hotter, get ready to see an abundance of veggies popping up at the Gardens.
Come on over and harvest some for yourself or to donate to MICA. You can even pick harvested veggies up at MICA!