December 30, 2024 Registration for the Prairie Burn 100 gravel bike ride and fun run is open on Jan. 1! This year's Prairie Burn is taking place on June 14th, 2025. Set your clocks and be one of the first to register! Choose your distance of 100, 50, or 25 miles for bike or [...]
December 3, 2024 Today is Giving Tuesday, please help us continue our impactful work. Your contribution provides support and sustainability for programs that help our community thrive. Even a small gift makes a big difference! #GivingTuesday
November 26, 2024 One week from today! Join us for Part 2: "Mental Health Solutions for the Digital Age" with Dr. J.R. Paulson. ->5pm at Grinnell Middle School- Pizza served ->6pm in the mini-theater- presentation
November 14, 2024 Join us Nov. 21st - Staff from the Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens Foundation and Greater Poweshiek Community Foundation will be serving the Community Meal at the Grinnell Methodist Church! It is welcome to anyone to attend. Hope to see you there!
November 12, 2024 Fun times are happening this week at Bailey Park Elementary School and Fairview Elementary next week. 2nd Graders will be making smoothies with the Blender bike from ISU Poweshiek County Extension, hearing a story and creating a MyPlate activity. All while they learn about healthy life habits. This fun and educational [...]
November 7, 2024 The Claude W. and Dolly Ahrens is honored to be a supporter of the new Inclusive Playground at Central Park—a wonderful addition for Grinnell! Grinnell Recreation (Shared from the Grinnell Recreation Facebook page) Yesterday, we had the opportunity to celebrate and recognize those that made the Inclusive Playground project at Central [...]
November 6, 2024 Imagine Grinnell is excited to continue the tradition of the Turkey Trot 5K Run and Walk, previously led by local organizers who are stepping down. This Thanksgiving morning, Imagine Grinnell will host both the Turkey Trot and the Gravel Gobbler 16K bike ride, welcoming runners, walkers, and riders of all levels. The [...]
November 1, 2024 Huge thanks to Grinnell Mutual volunteers for your help with deliveries these past two weeks! We appreciate you!
October 28, 2024 Music encourages physical activity and exercise, helping children stay active and healthy. From dancing to jumping, music gets kids moving! Group music activities teach children cooperation, teamwork, and empathy. Making music together helps kids connect with others and build strong social bonds. #VosburgMusicFund #togetherWithMusic
October 24, 2024 The Grinnell-Newburg Community School District and the Grinnell Area Mental Health Consortium are excited to announce the next installment of their community-wide speaking event series. Past events have featured speakers like Lyndsey Fennelly sharing her mental health journey, Douglas Gentile discussing the effects of media on children, and Dr. Lanaya Ethington [...]
