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  (319) 423-9820
  PO Box 10063 , Iowa City
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• Storytime

  <p>This interactive storytime for all ages and stages combines books, rhymes, songs, and movement. Join us for fun and early literacy enrichment!</p> 2019-02-19 11:00:00 -0600

  2/19/19 2019-02-19 10:30:00 -0600

  10:30 a.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Black History Month: Bryan Collier Collage Art

  <p>Author/ Illustrator Bryan Collier has created several beloved Children’s books, and is a four-time recipient of a Caldecott Honor for Martin's Big Words, Rosa, Dave the Potter, and Trombone Shorty. Collier uses a unique technique of combining watercolors with collage, often using photos or cutouts of magazines. Today we will create custom collage art inspired by Collier’s art in celebration of Black History Month. This program is for kids in grades 1-6.</p> 2019-02-08 17:00:00 -0600

  2/19/19 2019-02-19 16:00:00 -0600

  4:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• ScienTweens

  <p>Presenter: Iowa City Science Booster Club</p><p>This month learn about the evolution of running and how four legs became two.</p><p>Don't just learn science- DO science with the Iowa City Science Booster Club. This monthly hands-on program for tweens gives you a chance to use cool scientific equipment to discover and explore the world around you.</p><p>Just for kids in 3rd-6th grades.</p> 2019-02-12 16:30:00 -0600

  2/20/19 2019-02-20 15:30:00 -0600

  3:30 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Library-Community Writing Center

  <p>Adults and teens: get one-on-one help with your writing from Kirkwood Community College writing tutors at the Library-Community writing center satellite in the Second Floor Digital Media Lab. Resumes, applications, test prep practice, reports, creative writing of all types - anything is welcome. Walk-in 20 minute appointments are first come first serve.</p> 2019-02-21 20:30:00 -0600

  2/21/19 2019-02-21 18:30:00 -0600

  6:30 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Friday Flick: Brave

  <p>Princess Merida breaks with tradition, tearing her family apart. Can she mend the bonds between them before the consequences last forever?</p><p>This film is rated PG with a run time of 93 minutes.</p><p>Friday Flicks are designed to be family friendly. We will not be serving popcorn or snacks unless otherwise noted, but you are welcome to bring your own from home.</p> 2019-02-12 19:00:00 -0600

  2/22/19 2019-02-22 17:30:00 -0600

  5:30 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Iowa City Police Log Presented by Floodwater

  <p>The Iowa City Police Log returns to Floodwater! &nbsp;Come join the your hosts Chris Patton and Q as they share the most ridiculous calls to the Iowa City Police. They will be joined by these wonderful comedians.</p><p><br></p><p>Trenton Orris</p><p>Evan Hull</p><p>Jake McDowell</p><p>Carrie Ross</p><p>Anna Jochum</p><p>Tyler Walsh</p><p>Audrey Brock</p><p>Andrew King</p><p>Amanda Cohen</p><p>Vasishta Srirama</p>

  2/28/19 2019-02-28 22:00:00 -0600

  10:00 p.m.

  The Mill

  Iowa City

  5

• Sunday Fun Day: African American Inventors

  <p>Celebrate Black history month by learning about Garrett Morgan and Dr. Patricia Bath. We'll make paper models of their most famous inventions, traffic lights and eye-healing lasers.</p><p>Sunday Fun Days are designed for children and their families to enjoy together.</p> 2019-02-12 16:00:00 -0600

  2/24/19 2019-02-24 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Sunday Fun Day: African American Inventors

  <p>Celebrate Black history month by learning about Garrett Morgan and Dr. Patricia Bath. We'll make paper models of their most famous inventions, traffic lights and eye-healing lasers.</p><p>Sunday Fun Days are designed for children and their families to enjoy together.</p> 2019-02-12 16:00:00 -0600

  2/24/19 2019-02-24 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Book Report

  <p>Fee: none. No registration.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Tuesdays, 1/15, 2/19, 3/19, 4/16</p><p>2 - 3:30 PM in room 205</p><p>Facilitator: Diana Durham</p><p>A book club that meets once a month for an</p><p>informal round table discussion and sharing of</p><p>books you have enjoyed reading. Choose your</p><p>favorite author old or new, best sellers or classic,</p><p>fiction, non-fiction, short stories or poetry. Not</p><p>limited to presenters; anyone who is interested</p><p>in finding new authors while exploring the</p><p>abundance of reading opportunities in our City</p><p>of Literature is welcome.</p><p>Diana Durham, an avid reader, looks forward</p><p>to sharing her favorite books and expanding</p><p>her repertoire by listening and exploring your</p><p>suggestions.</p> 2019-01-16 15:30:00 -0600

  2/19/19 2019-02-19 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  The Center

  Iowa City

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• Computer Comfort

  <p>Fee: none. Registration required.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Mondays, 1/28, 2/11, 2/25, 3/11, 3/25, 4/8, 4/22</p><p>Tuesdays, 2/5, 2/19, 3/5, 4/2, 4/16, 4/30</p><p>3:30 - 4:30 PM in the Assembly Room</p><p>Instructor: Computer Comfort Volunteers</p><p>Computer Comfort is a UI student organization</p><p>that strives to bridge the age gap in Iowa City</p><p>by educating older adults about technology. By</p><p>assisting seniors with technology, University of</p><p>Iowa students have made valuable connections</p><p>across generations and had a lot of fun in the</p><p>process! Partnering with the Senior Center,</p><p>Computer Comfort volunteers offer tech-related</p><p>question and answer sessions for seniors.</p><p>Anyone seeking aid should bring their laptops,</p><p>tablets, smartphones, or other devices, and</p><p>their questions. We’re excited to assist you in</p><p>your technology endeavors! Please register in</p><p>advance for each session.</p> 2019-02-10 16:30:00 -0600

  2/19/19 2019-02-19 15:30:00 -0600

  3:30 p.m.

  The Center

  Iowa City

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• Storytime

  <p>This interactive storytime for all ages and stages combines books, rhymes, songs, and movement. Join us for fun and early literacy enrichment!</p> 2019-02-25 11:00:00 -0600

  2/25/19 2019-02-25 10:30:00 -0600

  10:30 a.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Chevron Beaded Bracelet through Kirkwood

  <p>Use Toho seed beads to learn ladder stitch and chevron stitch to make a quick and simple bracelet that has high impact. You will use one color of larger beads for the base and then embellish it with slightly smaller beads in three colors. The "V" shape is stunning. No experience needed.&nbsp;</p><p><em>Registration is through Kirkwood Community College. Register at: &nbsp;</em><a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/">www.kirkwood.edu</a><em>&nbsp;and go to Continuing Education and then search for Beadology Iowa under the instructor search. &nbsp;On site registrations will be taken if registration through Kirkwood meets minimum requirements of two participants.&nbsp;</em>Instructor: &nbsp;Karen Kubby.</p><p><strong>$30 instructor fee/$30 materials fee.</strong></p> 2019-01-26 16:00:00 -0600

  2/19/19 2019-02-19 13:00:00 -0600

  1:00 p.m.

  Beadology Iowa

  Iowa City

  60.0

• Storytime

  <p>This interactive storytime for all ages and stages combines books, rhymes, songs, and movement. Join us for fun and early literacy enrichment!</p> 2019-02-26 11:00:00 -0600

  2/26/19 2019-02-26 10:30:00 -0600

  10:30 a.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Welcome to Medicare

  <p>Will you be eligible for Medicare in the near</p><p>future? Have you been on Medicare for a while</p><p>and want to better understand what it offers?</p><p>Do you help a family member with Medicare</p><p>issues? This two-hour seminar, offered by The</p><p>Center’s SHIIP counselors, will cover Medicare</p><p>Part A and Part B benefits, the prescription drug</p><p>benefit (Part D), Medicare Advantage plans, and</p><p>Medicare supplement insurance.</p><p>SHIIP, the Senior Health Insurance Information</p><p>Program, is a service of the State of Iowa. SHIIP</p><p>counselors are trained by the state and do not</p><p>sell or promote any insurance companies,</p><p>policies, or agents. The Center is a local sponsor</p><p>for SHIIP in Johnson County.</p> 2019-01-08 12:15:00 -0600

  2/23/19 2019-02-23 10:00:00 -0600

  10:00 a.m.

  The Center

  Iowa City

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• Barn Dance

  <p>Fee: Sliding scale $5-15; pay what you can at</p><p>the door. No registration.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Saturdays, 1/26, 2/23, 3/23, 4/27</p><p>7:30 - 10:30 PM in the Assembly Room</p><p>Everyone is welcome to the Barn Dance! Fun</p><p>for all ages and abilities. No experience is</p><p>necessary as all dances are taught and called.</p><p>There’s no fancy footwork involved, you simply</p><p>walk through a series of movements that you’ll</p><p>learn quickly with help from the caller and</p><p>experienced dancers. Even if you don’t want</p><p>to dance, come enjoy the old time music,</p><p>provided by excellent local bands. The Barn</p><p>Dance is open to all: singles, couples, and the</p><p>entire family. Lessons available 7:30 PM; dance</p><p>starts at 8 PM.</p> 2019-01-16 22:30:00 -0600

  2/23/19 2019-02-23 19:30:00 -0600

  7:30 p.m.

  The Center

  Iowa City

  5

• One Book Two Book: A Celebration of Children's Literature in the City of Literature

  <p>The eighth annual One Book Two Book festival is here! The day long event will include a children's book fair, live entertainment by Absolute Science, arts and crafts, face painting, trains with Dan Daly, and more. Children's book characters will also be visiting-the Pout Pout fish, the Very Hungry Caterpillar, Clifford and Mouse from If You Give a Mouse a Cookie!</p><p>One Book Two Book will be held downtown across from the Library at the Vetro Hotel, 201 S. Linn St.</p><p>For a list of all the events and times visit:<br><a href="http://www.onebooktwobook.org/saturday-schedule/">http://www.onebooktwobook.org/saturday-schedule/</a></p> 2019-02-12 16:00:00 -0600

  2/23/19 2019-02-23 10:00:00 -0600

  10:00 a.m.

  hotelVetro

  Iowa City

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• ICPL Tech Help

  <p>Technology getting the better of you? Have questions about computers, ebook readers, iPods, or your cell phone? Want to learn how to surf the net, get a free email account, Skype, or set up a Facebook page? Or do you just want to learn more about the online products and services available at ICPL? Let us help! Bring your questions or the gadget that's giving you grief and stop by any one of the ICPL Tech Help sessions.</p> 2019-02-19 14:00:00 -0600

  2/19/19 2019-02-19 11:00:00 -0600

  11:00 a.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Library-Community Writing Center

  <p>Adults and teens: get one-on-one help with your writing from University of Iowa writing tutors at the Library-Community writing center satellite in the Second Floor Training Lab. Resumes, applications, test prep practice, reports, creative writing of all types - anything is welcome. Walk-in 20 minute appointments are first come first serve.</p> 2019-02-19 20:00:00 -0600

  2/19/19 2019-02-19 18:00:00 -0600

  6:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Iowa City Genealogical Society

  <p><br></p><p><strong>Genealogy Society Topic: Using atDNA to Find a German Hometown</strong></p><p>The February 23 program of the Iowa City Genealogical Society will be given by Ute Brandenburg, a professional genealogist who is intimately familiar with German history and culture, and has extensive experience with German research and reading handwriting from the 1600’s to the present. Most recently, she has had notable success with applying DNA research to solve challenging cases of unknown origin. She will present a case study of how she used both traditional research and DNA information to solve a difficult case.</p><p>Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting, which will begin at 9:30 a.m. February 23rd, at the LDS Family History Library, <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=2730+Bradford+Drive,+Iowa+City&amp;entry=gmail&amp;source=g">2730 Bradford Drive, Iowa City</a>. A wheelchair accessible entrance is available from the east parking lot.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>&nbsp;</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-02-09 10:30:00 -0600

  2/23/19 2019-02-23 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  LDS Family History Center

  IOWA CITY

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• Musical Preview: Regina presents The Little Mermaid

  <p>Walt Disney’s The Little Mermaid, based on Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale, will be performed March 1-3, 2019 by the Regina High School Theatre Department at the Coralville Center for Performing Arts. Enjoy a preview of one of Disney’s most popular animated shows with some of the cast as they read the story, and sing and act out some scenes from the show!</p> 2019-02-12 11:00:00 -0600

  2/20/19 2019-02-20 10:30:00 -0600

  10:30 a.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• PeyoteMarquise Earrings

  <p>Make one of a pair of three-dimensional oval-shaped earrings using peyote stitch and Delica seed beads. &nbsp;Embellish the edges with magatamas. &nbsp;This wonderful shape can also be used for a beaded pendant, chains or links. &nbsp;Instructor: &nbsp;Karen Kubby.</p><p><strong><em>Pre-requisite: peyote stitch basics.</em></strong></p><p>Registration is $68 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p> 2019-01-26 13:00:00 -0600

  2/23/19 2019-02-23 10:00:00 -0600

  10:00 a.m.

  Beadology Iowa

  Iowa City

  68.0

• ICPL Tech Help

  <p>Technology getting the better of you? Have questions about computers, ebook readers, iPods, or your cell phone? Want to learn how to surf the net, get a free email account, Skype, or set up a Facebook page? Or do you just want to learn more about the online products and services available at ICPL? Let us help! Bring your questions or the gadget that's giving you grief and stop by any one of the ICPL Tech Help sessions.</p> 2019-02-20 14:00:00 -0600

  2/20/19 2019-02-20 11:00:00 -0600

  11:00 a.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Tips & Tricks to Asymmetrical Jewelry Design

  <p>This workshop will be a combination of lecturettes, demonstrations, and experiential learning about the various tips and techniques for designing and creating asymmetrical pieces.<span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>Participants are encouraged to bring asymmetrical pieces from their collection—those that work and those that don’t—to be incorporated into the conversation.<span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>No experience necessary.<span>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><span>Instructor: Karen Kubby.</span></p><p>Registration is $78 and includes all materials, instruction, use of studio and tools. &nbsp;Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p> 2019-01-26 17:00:00 -0600

  2/23/19 2019-02-23 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  Beadology Iowa

  Iowa City

  78.0

• Black History Month Film: Through a Lens Darkly- Black Photographers and the Emergence of a People

  <p>Through a Lens Darkly: Black Photographers and the Emergence of a People (2014) The first documentary to explore the role of photography in shaping the identity, aspirations and social emergence of African Americans from slavery to the present, THROUGH A LENS DARKLY probes the recesses of American history by discovering images that have been suppressed, forgotten and lost. 1:30 minutes.</p> 2019-02-12 21:00:00 -0600

  2/20/19 2019-02-20 19:00:00 -0600

  7:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Senior Tech Zone

  <p>Want to learn how to use Google or make better searches? Or would you like to try your hand at Facebook, blogging or learn how to scan? Or maybe you just need some extra help using a computer. Come join your peers for a two-hour drop in session, no sign-up needed and it is free!</p> 2019-02-21 12:30:00 -0600

  2/21/19 2019-02-21 10:30:00 -0600

  10:30 a.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• ICPL Teen Activity Group

  <p>Calling all people in grades 7-12! TAG is looking for new members!</p><p>The Iowa City Public Library Teen Activity Group (TAG) is designed to energize teen programming and services as well as allow teens a greater voice at the Library. We meet monthly to discuss books, plan upcoming events, and talk about what's going on. We also we eat snacks.</p><p>Want to make a difference in your Library? Maybe you just love reading and making new friends? We'd love to hear from you! TAG meets each month during the school year.</p><p>If you are interested in joining TAG, please drop by and find out what we're about!</p> 2019-02-12 17:00:00 -0600

  2/21/19 2019-02-21 16:00:00 -0600

  4:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Computer Comfort

  <p>Computer Comfort is a UI student organization</p><p>that strives to bridge the age gap in Iowa City</p><p>by educating older adults about technology. By</p><p>assisting seniors with technology, University of</p><p>Iowa students have made valuable connections</p><p>across generations and had a lot of fun in the</p><p>process! Partnering with the Senior Center,</p><p>Computer Comfort volunteers offer tech-related</p><p>question and answer sessions for seniors.</p><p>Anyone seeking aid should bring their laptops,</p><p>tablets, smartphones, or other devices, and</p><p>their questions. We’re excited to assist you in</p><p>your technology endeavors! Please register in</p><p>advance for each session.</p> 2019-01-16 16:30:00 -0600

  2/25/19 2019-02-25 15:30:00 -0600

  3:30 p.m.

  The Center

  Iowa City

  0.0 0

• Library-Community Writing Center

  <p>Adults and teens: get one-on-one help with your writing from Kirkwood Community College writing tutors at the Library-Community writing center satellite in the Second Floor Digital Media Lab. Resumes, applications, test prep practice, reports, creative writing of all types - anything is welcome. Walk-in 20 minute appointments are first come first serve.</p> 2019-02-28 20:30:00 -0600

  2/28/19 2019-02-28 18:30:00 -0600

  6:30 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Panic! at Floodwater

  <p>Join hosts The Milkboys (Dante Powell &amp; James Doyle) for a stand-up/improv comedy mash-up. A group of festival comedians will do sets based off of random topics projected behind them.</p><p><br></p><p>Featuring</p><p>Liz Greenwood (Chicago, IL)</p><p>Luke Schneider (Chicago, IL)</p><p>Rick Wood (Los Angeles, CA)</p><p>Alex Price (Indianapolis, IN)</p><p>Anna Jochum (Chicago, IL)</p><p>Kyle Harris (Philadelphia, PA)</p><p>Carson Tuttle (Iowa City, IA)</p><p>Alex Taubin (Ames, IA)</p><p><br></p><p>Tickets are $5 in advance/$7 at the door.</p><p>Full access festival passes are available for only $55.</p><p><a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Flittlevillagetickets.com%2Fevents%2F91281513%2F2019-floodwater-comedy-festival-passes%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1mLjC8I5sbK_1wb05scdBb--VE7N5hbtFRKxWcU5ehROGY0nHjm47rp78&amp;h=AT2lMdO--O1U8-3_KEKdtNboezjicmescpKyjFMaPJBRo3zIrukXnVSiiUPYl-9JIAdqTPxbTSQVAJh7d5mKZAKucyUdph79RR0vM6z1S79vCh0HSPCV_nOmaLSN0k1d" href="https://littlevillagetickets.com/events/91281513/2019-floodwater-comedy-festival-passes?fbclid=IwAR1mLjC8I5sbK_1wb05scdBb--VE7N5hbtFRKxWcU5ehROGY0nHjm47rp78" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://littlevillagetickets.com/events/91281513/2019-floodwater-comedy-festival-passes</a></p>

  3/01/19 2019-03-01 19:00:00 -0600

  7:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Yacht Club

  Iowa City

  5

• A Story of Iowa’s Counties

  <p>Did you ever wonder about the shapes of our</p><p>counties? And, what about those Spanish</p><p>names like Cerro Gordo and Palo Alto? This</p><p>presentation will begin with the origin of the</p><p>county concept in America and a brief overview</p><p>of all of the counties in the United States. The</p><p>talk will trace how the State of Iowa came to be,</p><p>from the Louisiana Purchase to our Statehood.</p><p>The naming of our counties will be explored</p><p>and some interesting tales will be related</p><p>concerning many of them.</p> 2019-01-08 15:30:00 -0600

  2/20/19 2019-02-20 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  The Center

  Iowa City

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