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(319) 423-9820PO Box 10063 , Iowa City1801 S. Riverside Dr., Iowa City
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Iowa City Genealogy Society
<p>No Stone Left Unturned- topic forGenealogy Society meeting</p><p> Brad McGowan will present “No Stone Left Unturned” at the August 24th meeting of the Iowa City Genealogical Society. Brad has been involved in cemetery monument and memorial preservation for the past 25 years. In addition, he has done bronze preservation in Iowa City, Coralville, at Montauk in Clermont, and at the Iowa Soldiers and Sailors Monument in Des Moines. More recently he has done extensive work at the Frytown and Hummer Cemeteries, in Johnson County, that included headstone cleaning, re-stacking multi-piece stones, resetting, leveling and replacing missing finials. He will share his extensive knowledge and expertise at headstone repair with us.</p><p> Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting, which will begin at 9:30 a.m. August 24th, at the LDS Family History Library, 2730 Bradford Drive, Iowa City. A wheelchair accessible entrance is available from the east parking lot.</p> 2019-08-11 10:30:00 -05008/24/199:30 a.m.LDS Family History CenterIOWA CITY -
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Sunday Funday: Watercolor Monarch Butterflies
<p>The yearly monarch migration is in full swing and next weekend you can celebrate monarch migration in Iowa at the annual City of Iowa City Monarch Fest at the Iowa City Airport. Today, create your own watercolor butterfly. Use orange and black to mimic a monarch, or use any colors you like to create a one-of-a-kind butterfly!</p><p>Sunday Fun Days are designed for children and their families to enjoy together.</p> 2019-08-05 16:00:00 -0500
8/18/192:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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><p><br></p> 2019-08-19 11:00:00 -0500
8/19/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Digital Media Lab Help
<p>Want to get some help starting a digital media project like scanning photos, editing a video, or converting a VHS? A staff member can help you get started with a project, troubleshoot hardware, or give you an orientation to the room. Stop in to get creative!</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-19 20:00:00 -0500
8/19/195:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Tykes Yoga Storytime
<p>This week will be sharing stories through the movements of our bodies! Learning and practicing yoga poses will help us with our storytelling. Not only will stretch our imaginations in this storytime, but our bodies as well! If you have a yoga mat, please bring as we have a limited number of mats.</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-13 11:00:00 -0500
8/20/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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><p><br></p> 2019-08-20 11:00:00 -0500
8/20/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Game on!: Just Dance!
<p>Tuesdays are for all kinds of games! From video games to trivia, stop by the Storytime Room on Tuesdays at 1:00 to find out what we're playing! Elementary age kids are welcome.</p><p>Now's your chance to show of your Just Dance moves as we dance along with our favorite Just Dance songs! Not a great dancer? No worries, you will learn some great moves from the game!</p> 2019-08-13 14:00:00 -05008/20/191:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Healthy Hearing Event for Kids
<p>Elementary aged kids are invited to learn more about hearing and how to protect their ears in this interactive presentation by the UI Wendell Johnson Speech and Hearing Center. Children will learn hearing science and ear anatomy, along with application of practicing healthy hearing habits that will last a lifetime!</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-13 17:30:00 -0500
8/20/194:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
StoryJAM
<p>StoryJAM is a music, movement, and stories program for children and their families. Designed to develop singing and music making as an early literacy skill, come prepared to move, shake, and sing as we take "Joy in Action and Music".</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-21 11:00:00 -0500
8/21/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Digital Media Lab Help
<p>Want to get some help starting a digital media project like scanning photos, editing a video, or converting a VHS? A staff member can help you get started with a project, troubleshoot hardware, or give you an orientation to the room. Stop in to get creative!</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-21 20:00:00 -05008/21/193:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Preschool Stories & More
<p>Join us for a preschool-oriented program that often features special guests or includes longer stories. Preschool Stories & More is recommended for children who are 3,4, or 5 years old.</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-22 11:00:00 -05008/22/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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Dogs4Dystonia Hope on a Leash Dog Walk
<p>Come join us rain or shine, with or without your canine friend for our annual Dogs4Dystonia Dog Walk at Thomas Park, 343 Marion Blvd, Marion IA. We will walk to find a cure for all types of dystonia, while having a really nice time at the event!</p><p>Our event includes a fun walk around the park and return for canine demonstrations that includes Flyball, Agility, Nosework/Scentwork, Search & Rescue and Rally-O! We will have DJ, food, vendors, Raffle, Silent Auction, pet and event photographer and a<strong><u> SUPER HERO</u></strong> <strong>DOG COSTUME CONTES</strong><strong>T</strong>! <strong>Categories Include</strong>: Best Dog/Owner Combination, Best Group 2 or more Dogs and Best THEMED Costume. </p><p>Cost: $20/person and $10/child 10 and under</p><p>Register BEFORE August 7, 2019 to <strong><u>GUARANTEE</u></strong> your goodie bag and event t-shirt at the event!</p><p>To pre-register, you can go online: www.dystonia-foundation.org/dogs4dystonia-iowa, <u><strong><em>HOWEVER</em></strong></u>, we <strong><u>DO ACCEPT</u></strong> <strong><u>ONSITE</u></strong> <strong><u>REGISTRATION</u></strong> the <strong><u>DAY OF</u></strong> the event!</p> 2019-05-21 12:00:00 -0500
8/24/198:30 a.m.Thomas ParkMarion -
Digital Media Lab Help
<p>Want to get some help starting a digital media project like scanning photos, editing a video, or converting a VHS? A staff member can help you get started with a project, troubleshoot hardware, or give you an orientation to the room. Stop in to get creative!</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-23 18:00:00 -05008/23/191:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Coffee for Caregivers
<p>Congratulations, caregivers, you've made it! Come by ICPL to celebrate the start of the academic year with some coffee on us, you've earned it.</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-13 10:30:00 -0500
8/23/199:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
English Conversation Club
<p>Want to practice your English skills in a fun and informal group? Join us Friday mornings to practice conversations skills, learn new expressions, improve your pronunciation, and meet new friends from around the world.</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-23 11:30:00 -0500
8/23/1910:00 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Book Babies
<p>Rhymes, fingerplays, songs and short stories designed to stimulate your infant's language development. We ask that there be a lap for every baby.</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-23 23:00:00 -05008/23/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Book Babies
<p>Rhymes, fingerplays, songs and short stories designed to stimulate your infant's language development. We ask that there be a lap for every baby.</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-23 14:00:00 -0500
8/23/191:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Spanish Book Club - 7 Year Anniversary
<p>The Spanish Book Club will host a special Anniversary book club event in Meeting Room A with a visit from the Consul of the Mexican Consulate in Omaha. Meeting starts at 6:15 and is free and open to the public. Everyone is welcome.</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-09 20:00:00 -0500
8/23/196:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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><p><br></p> 2019-08-24 11:00:00 -0500
8/24/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Sunday Funday: Monster Bookmarks
<p>Celebrate back-to-school with a fun Book Buddy! These googly-eyed monsters can be used as a bookmark or as a pointer for little ones just learning to read.</p><p>Sunday Fun Days are designed for children and their families to enjoy together.</p> 2019-08-13 16:00:00 -0500
8/25/192:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Prairie Hill Cohousing Open House
<p>Come see what a small group of thoughtful, determined individuals can do to create a community that believes in a sustainable future for both its residents and the earth. Tour new homes and see others under construction. By joining soon, you can be part of the planning process.</p> 2019-08-15 16:00:00 -0500
8/25/1912:30 p.m.140 Prairie Hill Lane, Iowa City, IAIowa City -
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><p><br></p> 2019-08-26 11:00:00 -0500
8/26/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Barn Dance
<p>Fee: Sliding scale $5-$15; pay what you can</p><p>at the door. No registration.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Saturdays, 5/25, 6/29, 8/24</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</p><p>simply walk through a series of movements</p><p>that you’ll learn quickly with help from the</p><p>caller and experienced dancers. Even if you</p><p>don’t want to dance, come enjoy the old time</p><p>music, provided by excellent local bands. The</p><p>Barn Dance is open to all: singles, couples,</p><p>and the entire family. Lessons available at</p><p>7:30 PM; dance starts at 8 PM.</p> 2019-04-29 22:30:00 -05008/24/197:30 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
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><p><br></p> 2019-08-27 11:00:00 -0500
8/27/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-08-22 20:00:00 -0500
8/22/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Digital Media Lab Help
<p>Want to get some help starting a digital media project like scanning photos, editing a video, or converting a VHS? A staff member can help you get started with a project, troubleshoot hardware, or give you an orientation to the room. Stop in to get creative!</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-09 20:00:00 -05008/27/193:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Marion Music and Art Festival
<p>One Day of Peace and Music! 6 Bands and 25+ art and food vendors! Revisit the Woodstock Music and Art fair of 1969 at the Lowe Park Klopfenstein Amphitheater in Marion Iowa. Tickets are available now at Eventbrite , click HERE for ticket information and tickets.</p> 2019-03-30 22:00:00 -0500
8/18/194:00 p.m.Lowe Park 4500 10th Street, Marion, Iowa 52302Marion -
StoryJAM
<p>StoryJAM is a music, movement, and stories program for children and their families. Designed to develop singing and music making as an early literacy skill, come prepared to move, shake, and sing as we take "Joy in Action and Music".</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-28 11:00:00 -0500
8/28/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Book Report
<p>Fee: none. No registration.</p><p>Membership Required</p><p>Tuesdays, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20</p><p>2 - 3:30 PM in room 209</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</p><p>of books you have enjoyed reading. Choose</p><p>your favorite author old or new, best sellers</p><p>or classic, fiction, non-fiction, short stories</p><p>or poetry. Not limited to presenters; anyone</p><p>who is interested in finding new authors</p><p>while exploring the abundance of reading</p><p>opportunities in our City of Literature is</p><p>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> 2019-04-29 15:30:00 -0500
8/20/192:00 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
Preschool Stories & More
<p>Join us for a preschool-oriented program that often features special guests or includes longer stories. Preschool Stories & More is recommended for children who are 3,4, or 5 years old.</p><p><br></p> 2019-08-29 11:00:00 -05008/29/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City