As the weather warms up, Granger starts waking back up too. Parks get busier, community events pick up, and there’s suddenly a lot more happening around town.
Here’s a look at what’s going on this week so you don’t miss it. And if you’re enjoying this newsletter please forward it to a friend!
New sidewalk progress on Sycamore Street! The path will eventually continue north to the new Woodward-Granger Middle School.
📅 Things to Do This Week
Friday, May 8
A Little Social
Granger Community Center | 9-10:30 a.m. | $7 | Register through Parks and Rec.
A time for kids (ages 0-5) to play and caregivers to connect.
Granger City-Wide Community Clean-Up Day is HERE!
Friday night to early Saturday
This minimalist wannabe mom is WAY too excited for this! Tonight’s the night to get all the junk out to the curb! Pickup starts EARLY tomorrow morning.Getting rid of monitors or tires? You’ll need to get pickup stickers from City Hall before NOON TODAY.
And one more thing — go watch Nathan Osmundson’s junk curb video from last night in the Woodward Granger Moms Facebook group. It’s hilarious. 😂
U of I Partnership Presentation
Granger Public Library | 11:30 a.m.| Free
Check out what students from the U of I’s Sustainable Communities program came up with as a potential plan for the city’s public safety building. Hear community insight and enjoy free refreshments
Granger Women’s Club Lasagna Pick Up
Granger Community Center | 3-6 p.m.|
If you ordered a take-and-bake lasagna from the Granger Women’s Club, pickup is today.
Blue Hour Watercolor Workshop Registration DEADLINE
Register today before 11:59 p.m.
Today is the last day to register for this family-friendly watercolor class for ages 7+. Event details: Tues., May 12 from 6 to 8 p.m., Cost: $20. You’ll learn watercolor basics and take home your artwork in a frame of your choice.
Saturday, May 9
World Migratory Bird Day
Jester Park Nature Center | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | Free | All Ages Welcome
Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with live raptors, guided bird walks, hands-on activities, and family fun celebrating the amazing birds traveling through our skies this season.
Live Music and Dancing
Lake Robbins Ballroom | 7-10 p.m. | $10
Enjoy music from The Weasels featuring rhythm & blues, soul, and vintage rock ’n’ roll. Listen, dance, and enjoy the evening!
Sunday, May 10
Happy Mother’s Day! 💕🌸
Whistln’ Donkey Live Music
111 N. Main St. in Woodward | 2-5 p.m. | No cover.
Enjoy country favorites from the ’80s to today’s hits with Jason Kincel — and cold drinks, of course.
Monday, May 11
Mommy + Me Yoga
Granger Community Center | 8:30-9:30 a.m. | Free but register
Yoga with kids = part mindfulness, part chaos. Caregivers and children are invited to stretch, breathe, and move together in a come-as-you-are environment.
Tuesday, May 12
Adult Yoga
Granger Community Center | 10-11 a.m. |
Yoga for adults with beginner to intermediate experience.
Bud’s Pub Delivery Night Fundraiser for Granger Public Safety Auxiliary
Bud’s Pub at 1912 Main St in Granger | 5-8 p.m. |
Skip cooking, support local, and let Granger’s EMS and firefighters deliver dinner right to your door! You can pre-order today and even request a delivery time and your favorite EMS or firefighter to make the delivery. Or order the day of by calling 515-999-2066.
The full menu will be available, along with specials including hamballs, cheesy potatoes, cheeseburgers, and bacon cheeseburgers with fries. You pay for your food, and all tips go directly to the Granger Public Safety Auxiliary. Tip with cash or Venmo: @GrangerPublicSafetyAuxiliary
Wednesday, May 13
Story Time
Granger Public Library | 11:15-11:45 a.m. | Ages 0-5
Stories, songs, snacks and crafts—join in for story time fun! This is the last story time for the school year.
Ladies’ Night Out by Bud’s Pub
Bud’s Pub at 1912 Main St in Granger | 5-8 p.m.
Ladies Night Out returns to Bud’s Pub with outdoor boutique shopping, drinks, and a fun mix of vendors featuring clothing, accessories, bags, and more. *More details below!
Thursday, May 14
Senior Social Time
Granger Community Center | 1:00-3:00 p.m. |
Senior Social Time, hosted by Granger Parks & Recreation, can include cards, games, movies, and more. Join in for an afternoon just for you!
👋 Around Our Community
• ⛽Gas!
I saw $4.29/gallon at Casey’s the other night and actually yelped out loud. That’s a LOT to pay for gas.
If you’re trying to save a little where you can, apps like GasBuddy and Upside can help compare nearby gas prices before you fill up. I use Upside for the cash back too.
Quick ad incoming: if you download Upside with my link or use code NC5P6, you’ll get an extra $0.15/gallon cash back on your first fill-up, and I get $0.01/gallon too. (And no — I don’t get any info about who you are or where you’re getting gas.)
The Iowa average is around $4.25 right now, so if you see it lower than that…grab it!
🗓️ Local Event Spotlight
Ladies’ Night Out
Bud’s Pub is hosting its second annual Ladies Night Out on Wednesday, May 13 from 5 to 8 p.m.— and it looks like a fun one.
Photo of fun in 2025 from Simply Stella Rose
There’s a little bit of an old-school sidewalk sale feel to it — but with boutique vendors, drinks, and much cuter finds. Vendors will be set up outside with clothing, bags, accessories, custom pieces, and other fun things to browse while you grab a drink and walk around with friends.
Featured vendors include:
✨ Carapella & Co Customs
🌹 Stella Rose
👜 Luxe Bags
💫 Eleven.11 Collection
👗 Vintage Pearl Apparel
This feels like the kind of event where you plan to stay awhile.
💬 Community Feedback
• In response to last week’s story about a better look for Broadway Street there are several community members who remember what the building was back when it was thriving.
The most detailed came from Barb Chambers: “(It) was a grocery store for many years. I know of three different families that operated that store starting in the mid to late 50's. The Medici family, Hap Finestead and Tony Smosky.”
We’ll have to see what comes next for the space.
2210 Broadway St. in Granger
📌 Community Board
• Have a valid driver’s license and a little extra time? Volunteer drivers are needed to help provide rides for appointments, groceries, and errands—keeping local residents independent. Call 515-978-8114 or visit their website for more info.
• Afternoon part-time job opportunity available at Janning Family Chiropractic in Granger. Hours are Monday–Thursday from 2–6 p.m., with possible Friday hours as well. Send your resume and a brief bio to [email protected].
• The community refrigerator at the Granger Public Library is accepting donations. Items like milk, eggs, fruits, vegetables and protein are always needed.
• Do you have a volunteer opportunity, job posting or another local announcement you’d like included here? Reply to this email and let me know and we’ll share with our readers!
— Stephanie, Hello Granger
Know something going on? Just hit reply and email me with the info!
