BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Social Squares//The Granger Square//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Granger Square X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/Chicago X-WR-CALDESC:Everything happening in Granger\, read before it goes up. REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT6H X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT6H BEGIN:VEVENT UID:f7RrA1Qzbx0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261030 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261031 SUMMARY:Nature Center After Dark: Fall Spooktacular LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th St\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Here’s your chance to visit the Jester Park Nature Center aft er dark. The time will include storytelling\, crafts\, open Nature Center exhibits\, and a short program on the theme of the night. This October\, feel free to come in costume. REGISTRATION: None COST: Free AGES: All ag es welcome Polk County Conservation strives to host welcoming\, accessibl e events and meetings that enables all individuals to participate.\n\nHos ted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/f7RrA1Qz bx0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/f7RrA1Qzbx0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:P4f00r68QfI@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:Bats at Catch Des Moines LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th St\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Are they blind? Do they really suck blood and turn into vampi res? Come learn the truth about this “grossly" misunderstood animal. Lear n how to deal with them when they become an unwanted houseguest and find out what you can do to help protect this beneficial species. REGISTRATION : None COST: Free AGES: All ages welcome Polk County Conservation strives to host welcoming\, accessible events and meetings that enables all indi viduals to participate.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsq uares.org/GrangerIA/e/P4f00r68QfI URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/P4f00r68QfI END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:X48QvG8Tg2I@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:Date Night - 5:30-7:00 PM LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12112 NW 128th St\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Bring a loved one for a fun night of archery\, axe throwing\, and bouldering! Instructions\, equipment\, and light refreshments will b e provided. REGISTRATION: Required DEADLINE: October 29 COST: $5 AGES: 18 + Polk County Conservation strives to host welcoming\, accessible events and meetings that enables all individuals to participate. If you anticipa te needing a modification due to a disability or have questions about acc essibility\, please contact us at 515-323-5300 or pccb_info@polkcountyiow a.gov.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Granger IA/e/X48QvG8Tg2I URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/X48QvG8Tg2I END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:l1gibaTxF9A@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:Date Night - 7:30-9:00 PM LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12112 NW 128th St\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Bring a loved one for a fun night of archery\, axe throwing\, and bouldering! Instructions\, equipment\, and light refreshments will b e provided. REGISTRATION: Required DEADLINE: October 29 COST: $5 AGES: 18 + Polk County Conservation strives to host welcoming\, accessible events and meetings that enables all individuals to participate. If you anticipa te needing a modification due to a disability or have questions about acc essibility\, please contact us at 515-323-5300 or pccb_info@polkcountyiow a.gov.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Granger IA/e/l1gibaTxF9A URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/l1gibaTxF9A END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:RuK7ndshumU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 SUMMARY:Spooky Spiders LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th St\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Get ready to face your fears and develop a greater web of kno wledge as we discuss spider characteristics and adaptations. Maybe you’ll conquer your fears or grow your love for spiders even more! REGISTRATION : None COST: Free AGES: All ages welcome Polk County Conservation strives to host welcoming\, accessible events and meetings that enables all indi viduals to participate.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsq uares.org/GrangerIA/e/RuK7ndshumU URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/RuK7ndshumU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:Jk-XxtxHois@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261108 SUMMARY:DIY - Salve/Lip Balm Making LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:In this DIY Class series join us for a fun experience making your own herbal salve and lip balm! Whether you're preparing your hands a nd lips for the upcoming cold dry air\, learning how to make gifts\, DIY projects are a fun and educational experience! Each participant will get to take home their very own hand-crafted jar of salve\, lip balm and the skills and know-how to make your own in the future! REGISTRATION: Require d DEADLINE: Nov 1 COST: $20 AGES: 16+ Polk County Conservation strives to …\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/ Jk-XxtxHois URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/Jk-XxtxHois END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:f1Rd1-6zOG8@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261108 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109 SUMMARY:Needle Felting Workshop LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Learn the art of needle-felting! You'll learn techniques to c reate beautiful felted wool art using just wool and a needle in this begi nner-friendly workshop. Fiber artist Megan Hammer will teach the basics o f needle-felting before you create your first work of art. Registration i ncludes step-by-step and creative guidance\, tools and supplies for use d uring the workshop\, and a needle-felted 3-D songbird created by you.\n\n Hosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/f1Rd1 -6zOG8 URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/f1Rd1-6zOG8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:hDpdxXX7EGU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115 SUMMARY:Beginner Basket Weaving Workshop LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Basket weaving is a wonderful way to connect with nature and the people around you\, and if you want to try it out\, this workshop is a great place to start! We will learn the basics of basket weaving histor y\, designs\, and techniques\, then work on weaving a small basket to tak e home.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Grange rIA/e/hDpdxXX7EGU URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/hDpdxXX7EGU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:nXEYSyibLhc@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261114 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261115 SUMMARY:Nature Mobiles LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Join a naturalist on a guided hike to collect various “nature treasures” such as twigs\, acorns\, pinecones\, and leaves and learn how to create your own unique nature mobile! REGISTRATION: Required DEADLINE : Nov. 11 COST: $5 AGES: 6+ Polk County Conservation strives to host welc oming\, accessible events and meetings that enables all individuals to pa rticipate.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/Gra ngerIA/e/nXEYSyibLhc URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/nXEYSyibLhc END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:G1rRHCjsfGU@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261116 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261117 SUMMARY:Sunset Restorative Yoga at Jester LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Take time to unwind as the sun sets either inside or outside of the Jester Park Nature Center with instructor Dennis Kelly. This slow pace reflective class will focus on creating a mind and body nature conne ction as the sun sets. This Rooted in Nature program is offered in sponso rship with Unity Point Health. Items to bring: yoga mat\, comfortable clo thing and water bottle.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsq uares.org/GrangerIA/e/G1rRHCjsfGU URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/G1rRHCjsfGU END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:kHR8NwKjVf0@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261206 SUMMARY:Nature Calendar Workshop LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Every month has its distinct colors\, nature features\, and s easonal changes\, and as 2027 quickly approaches\, join a naturalist at J ester Park Nature Center to create a mini calendar for yourself or as a g ift. During this workshop\, participants will put together a unique mixed -media collage for each month or take it home to finish! REGISTRATION: Re quired DEADLINE: Dec.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsqua res.org/GrangerIA/e/kHR8NwKjVf0 URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/kHR8NwKjVf0 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:BopcfPK4IZw@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261206 SUMMARY:Nature Immersion - Winter Wonders LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Join a certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide during this restorative nature immersion as you observe the wonders of winter. Partic ipants will be guided through a series of open invitations designed to he lp you notice the natural world around you. No prior experience is necess ary\, just comfortable shoes\, weather-appropriate clothing and an openne ss to slowing down. This Rooted in Nature program is offered in sponsorsh ip with Unity Point Health.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://soci alsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/BopcfPK4IZw URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/BopcfPK4IZw END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:8yL_jOjf2Co@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261205 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261206 SUMMARY:Rock Show at Catch Des Moines LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Do you have a rock\, fossil or bone you’ve always wanted to k now more about? Bring it with you and share it with other geology and pal eontology enthusiasts. The program will begin with a brief presentation o f Iowa’s geological past before we begin sharing our unique finds. REGIST RATION: None COST: Free AGES: All ages welcome Polk County Conservation s trives to host welcoming\, accessible events and meetings that enables al l individuals to participate.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://so cialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/8yL_jOjf2Co URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/8yL_jOjf2Co END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:IBIZluzzYrY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261207 SUMMARY:Willow Holiday Wreath Making LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12112 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Join artists Pam Dennis and Ryk Weiss with Flock 9 Studios to learn how to craft a beautiful wreath using natural native willow. This renewable resource will be harvested and ready for you to use. After your wreath is completed\, materials will be available to decorate your wreat h and give it a little holiday flare. Participants will need to bring a h ammer\, anvil shears\, small wire cutters and needle nose pliers. Instruc tion\, creative guidance\, willow\, nails\, and decorations provided.\n\n Hosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/IBIZl uzzYrY URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/IBIZluzzYrY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:OZ9ieHPJtLs@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261213 SUMMARY:DIY - Elderberry Syrup LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on class where you'll discover the wonder s of elderberry and create your own elderberry syrup to take home! In the workshop you'll learn about the medicinal properties and benefits of eld erberries\, how to properly identify and harvest them\, and the process o f making elderberry syrup from scratch. Take home your very own handmade elderberry syrup\, perfect for boosting your immune system and adding a d elicious touch to your favorite recipes.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\ nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/OZ9ieHPJtLs URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/OZ9ieHPJtLs END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:7fr28SDIL0A@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261213 SUMMARY:Kid's Yoga...In Your PJs LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:This yoga class is for children 8-11 years old. Participants will improve their strength\, balance\, attention\, and coordination thro ugh fun yoga games\, challenging yoga sequences\, as well as partner and group poses. They will learn healthy stress and anxiety coping mechanisms while building self-esteem and practicing the importance of showing kind ness to others. Plus\, we will incorporate beneficial time with nature du ring every practice.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquar es.org/GrangerIA/e/7fr28SDIL0A URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/7fr28SDIL0A END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:rMTjf45UFyM@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261212 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261213 SUMMARY:Winter Holiday Nature Connections LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Hanukkah\, Kwanzaa\, Yule\, Santa Lucia Day\, Christmas\, and more. Pick up your passport at the door and travel the Nature Center as you visit different winter holidays celebrated right here in Iowa. At eac h stop you will learn more about the holidays’ origins\, how they’re cele brated in Iowa\, and the ways in which nature plays a key role in these t raditions. There will be crafts\, simple activities\, stories\, a few tas ty treats\, and more.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsqua res.org/GrangerIA/e/rMTjf45UFyM URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/rMTjf45UFyM END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:OXgWpv6Qj6I@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261213 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261214 SUMMARY:Hike and Hot Cocoa LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:A cold December day is the perfect time to make yourself a cu p of hot cocoa and enjoy National Cocoa Day. We’ll start the program with a brisk walk around Discovery Pond and end by enjoying a mug of hot coco a around a fire. REGISTRATION: None COST: Free AGES: All ages welcome Pol k County Conservation strives to host welcoming\, accessible events and m eetings that enables all individuals to participate.\n\nHosted by Catch D es Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/OXgWpv6Qj6I URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/OXgWpv6Qj6I END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:_O2l66j8seQ@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261214 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261215 SUMMARY:Sunset Flow Yoga LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Take time to unwind as the sun sets inside the Great Hall or patio (in summer months) of the Jester Park Nature Center with instructor Deanna Black. This all-levels yoga class that flows from one posture to another enhancing strength and balance then finishes with holding positio ns for flexibility and relaxation. This Rooted in Nature program is offer ed in sponsorship with Unity Point Health. Items to bring: yoga mat\, com fortable clothing and water bottle.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttp s://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/_O2l66j8seQ URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/_O2l66j8seQ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:iRl0GFJKdEY@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261220 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261221 SUMMARY:Nature in Focus Photography Walk at Jester Park LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Bring your cameras and love for nature on this photography wa lk with a Polk County Conservation naturalist! We will wander the trails of a different park each month on the hunt for our next photography subje ct\, while learning a few nature facts along the way. Document the season s changing\, wildlife sightings\, and native plant growth in our family o f parks! You are welcome to bring your digital cameras or simply use your phone camera in the company of other nature photography enthusiasts.\n\n Hosted by Catch Des Moines\n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/iRl0G FJKdEY URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/iRl0GFJKdEY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:jzlu4CVhPK4@socialsquares.org DTSTAMP:20261028T041829Z DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261221 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261222 SUMMARY:Winter Solstice Hike LOCATION:Jester Park\, 12130 NW 128th Street\, Granger DESCRIPTION:Celebrate winter’s official arrival on the shortest day of th e year on a hike with a naturalist. Dress for the weather. REGISTRATION: None COST: Free AGES: All ages welcome Polk County Conservation strives t o host welcoming\, accessible events and meetings that enables all indivi duals to participate. If you anticipate needing a modification due to a d isability or have questions about accessibility\, please contact us at 51 5-323-5300 or pccb_info@polkcountyiowa.gov.\n\nHosted by Catch Des Moines \n\nhttps://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/jzlu4CVhPK4 URL:https://socialsquares.org/GrangerIA/e/jzlu4CVhPK4 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR