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Film Screening: The Public (2018)
<p>In "The Public" an unusually bitter Arctic blast has made its way to downtown Cincinnati and the front doors of the public library where the action of the film takes place. At odds with library officials over how to handle the extreme weather event, some homeless patrons turn the building into a shelter for the night by staging an "Occupy" sit in. What begins as an act of civil disobedience becomes a stand-off with police and a rush-to-judgment media constantly speculating about what's really happening. This David versus Goliath story tackles some of our nation's most challenging issues, homelessness and mental illness and sets the drama inside one of the last bastions of democracy-in-action: your public library.<br>Directed by Emilio Estevez 122 min.</p><p>This event is part of the Iowa City Public Library's Annual Intellectual Freedom Festival.</p> 2019-09-03 21:00:00 -0500
9/18/197:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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Imagining Latinidades in Global and National Perspective (Sawyer Seminar Opening Conference)
<p>In this opening conference for the Mellon Foundation-funded Sawyer Seminar, six invited scholars of Latina/o/x studies help frame the larger scope of a yearlong conversation about “Imagining Latinidades.” Speakers include the following:<br>Arlene Da´vila is Professor of Anthropology and American Studies at New York University.<br>Valerie Martinez-Ebers is Director of Latina/o and Mexican-American Studies and Professor of Political Science at the University of North Texas.<br>Claudia Milian is Associate Professor of Romance Studies at Duke University.<br>Natalia Molina is Professor of American Studies & Ethnicity at the University of Southern California.<br>Gina Pe´rez is Professor of Comparative American Studies at Oberlin College.<br>Anna Sampaio is Associate Professor and Chair of Ethnic Studies at Santa Clara University.<br>This multi-day event will also coincide with the start of Latina/o Heritage Month (September 15- October 15). Events on Friday 9/20 and Saturday 9/21 will be at the Iowa City Public Library.<br>For more information, visit the Sawyer Seminar website at <a href="http://imagininglatinidades.com/">http://imagininglatinidades.com</a>. </p> 2019-09-05 17:00:00 -0500
9/20/199:00 a.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> 2019-09-18 11:00:00 -0500
9/18/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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><p><br></p> 2019-09-19 12:30:00 -0500
9/19/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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><p><br></p> 2019-09-19 20:00:00 -0500
9/19/196:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Imagining Latinidades in Global and National Perspective Keynote Address with Anna Sampaio
<p>In her opening keynote presentation "Race, Reckoning, and Renewal - Examining Latina/o/x Resistance Amidst Intersectional Violence"<br>Today we are facing a frightening and sobering reality regarding Latina/o/x politics: one where Latina/o/x immigrants, residents, and citizens alike have become the targets of increased derision, detention, and racialized violence. Borrowing from critical intersectional analysis this lecture examines the challenges of contemporary Latina/o/x politics drawing lessons of meaning in the face of increased vulnerability and renewal in the face of violence.</p><p>Anna Sampaio is Associate Professor of Ethnic Studies and Political Science, and Chair of the Ethnic Studies Department at Santa Clara University, with specializations in immigration, Latina/o/x politics, race and gender politics, intersectionality, and transnationalism.</p><p>About</p><p>The Sawyer Seminar, Imagining Latinidades: Articulations of National Belonging, is a project of the University of Iowa’s Latina/o Studies Program, the Obermann Center for Advanced Studies, and the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.</p> 2019-09-05 20:00:00 -0500
9/19/196:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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><p><br></p> 2019-09-18 14:00:00 -0500
9/18/1911:00 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> 2019-09-20 11:30:00 -0500
9/20/1910:00 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Jazzy Jamboree: Red Cedar Chamber Music with Christine Bellomy
<p><strong>Jazzy Jamboree</strong></p><p><em>The Diva is Back! </em>In 2018, Christine Bellomy brought her clarinet magic to the Red Cedar stage with <em>A Little Klezmer Among Friends</em>. The audience response was clear: MORE CHRISTINE! The Red Cedar Trio presents jazz favorites by Gershwin, Reinhardt/Grappelli, and Brubeck (arranged by local jazz legend Steve Shanley), along-side <em>Iowa Moods</em>, a newly composed set of jazz variations on the “Iowa Corn Song” by Michael Kimber, Red Cedar’s composer-in-residence. The program also includes <em>Concerto a Tre </em>by jazz-era composer Ingolf Dahl, a complex and groovy work inspired by Benny Goodman.</p><p><em>Special thanks to Artist Sponsors Juanita Dennert and ImOn Communications.</em></p><p><em><strong>Sponsored by the Program Grant Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation and the McIntyre Foundation.</strong></em></p> 2019-08-29 16:15:00 -0500
9/21/193:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Imagining Latinidades in Global and National Perspective
<p>In this opening conference for the Sawyer Seminar, we will invite up to six nationally recognized scholars of Latina/o/x studies to help frame the larger scope of our conversation.</p><p>The first set of speakers will address the global scale of Latinidades, paying particular attention to the historical, philosophical, cultural, and mediated flows of Latinitades across national boundaries and within the world-system. The second set of speakers focuses on the United States.</p> 2019-09-05 17:00:00 -0500
9/21/1910:00 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> 2019-09-20 11:00:00 -0500
9/20/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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National Voter Registration Day
<p>The League of Women Voters of Johnson County will be present to register voters for National Voter Registration Day,</p><p><br></p> 2019-09-05 18:00:00 -0500
9/24/1912:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Belly Babies: A Special Library Event for Expecting Parents
<p>Belly Babies is a FREE program for expecting parents. Each session is 30 minutes. We'll kick off this program with prenatal yoga, taught by Karen Gordon. Wear comfortable clothing. Non-pregnant partners welcome, (no experience necessary) We'll share information about reading to your belly. Come learn tips and information about Breastfeeding & support from a lactation consultant, Kimberly Hendricks. What is a Doula? Interested in wearing your baby? This is your opportunity to meet with Doulas and AP babywearing group to learn about Babywearing. Food! There will be light snacks and beverages. Register for prizes,</p><p><br></p> 2019-09-13 15:00:00 -0500
9/21/1912:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
The Odyssey: A Study Group
<p>Join us for a guided journey through an epic travelogue! Facilitated by Dr. Janet Freeman, based on the Robert Fagles translation. Three books will be discussed in each session.</p><p><br></p> 2019-09-24 18:00:00 -0500
9/24/194:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Preschool Stories & More: Tippi Toes
<p>Today a special guest from Tippi Toes will offer a unique program of dance and creative movement. Tippi Toes provides children with a fun, positive and nurturing environment so they are able to experience the joys of dance, self-expression and movement. Classes are specifically designed to develop motor skills and body awareness while enhancing each child’s self-esteem.</p><p>A preschool-age oriented program for preschoolers where longer stories and books are shared with fewer activities. Preschool Storytime is recommended for children who are 3,4, or 5 years old.</p> 2019-09-13 11:00:00 -0500
9/19/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
International Authors: Language on Fault lines
<p>As metaphor and as reality, in our ever-more-hybrid world, translation and polylinguality are now ubiquitous. Languages live side by side, commingle, influence each other. New words, accents, grammars, forms of data, are surging everywhere. A writer may switch between languages within a single piece of work, may self-translate, or may deliberately refuse to use a major language for the benefit of a minor one. Do you too live, create, think, on a linguistic fault line?</p><p>Panelists: Robert Gal (Czech Republic), Chan Lai Kuen (Hong Kong), Amira-Gehanne Khelfallah (Algeria), Samuel Menghesteab (Eritrea)</p><p>The International Authors series provides an opportunity for the community to meet and converse with writers from around the world who are the 2019 Writers in Residence at the University of Iowa International Writing Program. The series is sponsored by The UI International Writing Program and The Iowa City Public Library.</p> 2019-09-05 13:00:00 -0500
9/27/1912:00 p.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> 2019-09-20 14:00:00 -05009/20/191:30 p.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> 2019-09-24 20:30:00 -0500
9/24/193:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Storytime with Ellen Buchanan
<p>Join us for a very special guest for family storytime, Iowa City legend Ellen Buchanan! Ellen is a wonderful friend of the library--you won't want to miss her special storytime!</p><p>This interactive storytime for all ages and stages combines books, rhymes, songs, and movement. Join us for fun and early literacy enrichment!</p> 2019-09-13 11:00:00 -0500
9/21/1910:30 a.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> 2019-09-25 11:00:00 -0500
9/25/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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><p><br></p> 2019-09-24 14:00:00 -0500
9/24/1911:00 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Totally Tweens: Panels & Pizza
<p>Join us for a new book club just for Tweens (grades 3-6 only)! Totally Tweens are welcome to join us for a monthly meet-up to read and discuss graphic novels. We'll be talking about old favorites, reading new titles, and doing occasional activities around them. Plus, pizza will be served! This month we will be discussing The Cardboard Kingdom by Chad Sell!</p><p><br></p> 2019-09-13 16:30:00 -0500
9/19/193:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing: When to see a Genetic Counselor?
<p>Presented by Mary-Kayt Jones, a certified genetic counselor at the Univ. of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.</p><p>26 million and counting consumers have completed direct-to-consumer testing (DTC). Results from these tests can range from predicting your favorite ice cream flavor to informing you about important health information such if you are at an increased risk to develop certain cancers or Alzheimer’s disease. As more health information becomes available through DTC testing, how does one decipher what results may be of concern? Genetic counselors are healthcare professionals with specialized education in genetics and counseling to support individuals and families at risk for, or diagnosed with, a variety of inherited conditions. Throughout this presentation, we will discuss the role of a genetic counselor, the range of specialties UIHC genetic counselors work in and whether you should consider seeing a genetic counselor when it comes to DTC testing.</p><p>The DNA Interest Group is designed to bring together individuals in the Iowa City area interested in learning about the use and interpretation of commercial DNA test results. Meetings will address a variety of different topical areas, including applications in genealogy, inferences of traits, exploration of human genetic variation, and the societal impact of these services. Meetings will also include group discussions, and are free and open to the public. If this topic interests you, join us!</p><p>For more information, contact Bryant McAllister at <a href="mailto:bryant-mcallister@uiowa.edu">bryant-mcallister@uiowa.edu</a> and follow the group on Facebook: DNA Interest Group - Iowa City.</p> 2019-09-05 19:30:00 -0500
9/24/196:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Friday Flick: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
<p>This Friday we are screening Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. Gene Wilder stars as the elusive chocolatier in this classic from 1971.</p><p>This film has an MPAA rating of G and a runtime of 100 minutes.</p> 2019-09-13 19:00:00 -05009/20/195:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa 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><p><br></p> 2019-09-25 14:00:00 -0500
9/25/1911:00 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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><p><br></p> 2019-09-26 12:30:00 -0500
9/26/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
After School Lego Club
<p>Lego Club is an informal hour of lego building from 4-5pm the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month. Lego Club is intended for school age kids, but younger siblings are allowed to tag along, we will have duplos available as well as regular legos and baseboards. Each meeting will have a new optional creation theme, but builders can ignore the theme if they choose and build whatever they feel like. At the end of Lego Club, builders have the option to share with the group what they made. Occasionally creations will be saved and displayed in a display case at the library! Registration is not required.</p><p><br></p> 2019-09-13 17:00:00 -0500
9/24/194:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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><p><br></p> 2019-09-26 20:00:00 -0500
9/26/196:00 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> 2019-09-23 11:00:00 -0500
9/23/1912:00 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
IHA Treasure Trek
<p>Bring the whole family for a fun-filled trek for treasures - and help Iowa’s pets at the same time – On the Pedestrian Mall in Iowa City Saturday, September 21st, 10 AM to 1 PM. <strong>Presented by Iowa Humane Alliance, it’s the IHA Treasure Trek Scavenger Hunt</strong>. Sharp-eyed treasure-seekers can search for clues. <strong>What will YOU find? The $100 Grand Prize? </strong>Free merchandise offers and discounts? Blackbeard’s buried chest of pirate GOLD?! OK, maybe not that last one. But you’re sure to discover a day of big fun for all and the priceless feeling of giving animals a helping hand by joining in the fun. Wear your favorite animal welfare t-shirt and get an automatic extra point right off the bat!!<br><br>Register now on-line and receive early clues for extra points!<br><a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcrm.bloomerang.coHostedDonation%2F%3FApiKey%3Dpub_162068a2-3dc2-11e8-94a1-0a7fa948a058%26WidgetId%3D1142784%26fbclid%3DIwAR0mALOR5a9Ja3TX1FshiJlu2Iy7_tIyJeS0CT-nu50DXzlBx_sPQozAl4I&h=AT1l49xlBC1uto4MaX65m3Ec1RA1itmkocK3N35zRSQP-eyjEYernEWlD8a6MLYrL9hwnKslA9ULg4iSB2uSR3T2AVqRsCW5VIfwWIpv1XyIBNu_7wmfizt95REwvR5VEKNM" href="https://crm.bloomerang.coHostedDonation/?ApiKey=pub_162068a2-3dc2-11e8-94a1-0a7fa948a058&WidgetId=1142784&fbclid=IwAR0mALOR5a9Ja3TX1FshiJlu2Iy7_tIyJeS0CT-nu50DXzlBx_sPQozAl4I" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://crm.bloomerang.coHostedDonation?ApiKey=pub_162068a2-3dc2-11e8-94a1-0a7fa948a058&WidgetId=1142784</a><br><br>Event Day Registration/Check In: 9AM to 10AM, Bread Garden Market<br>More details/register online at <a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fiowahumanealliance.org%2Fevents%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0rPXPU2cqIZw21KZBT-t1nV6DE4RniBUKX8TDN2OCVSfA5EyUdxspPXwQ&h=AT3tUA9veJa-4M21ya5A5NCeXM7CXjMfFOlysfjBMIvwpfTsixakBGj4PkZE1PEQ6vY4GlqBN6zGxbu5KmZ4kbX8veggc0EWfAP7x0aEq3jsC2xtF9xYbNaW4CFay2E0bfrV" href="http://iowahumanealliance.org/events?fbclid=IwAR0rPXPU2cqIZw21KZBT-t1nV6DE4RniBUKX8TDN2OCVSfA5EyUdxspPXwQ" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">iowahumanealliance.org/events</a><br>Where: Begins @ The Bread Garden Market - 225 S Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240<br>Cost: $15 individual/$25 duo/$35 three or more<br>All proceeds benefit IHA and the IHA Regional Spay/Neuter Clinic, which has performed over 52,000 spay and neuter surgeries in Eastern Iowa since 2013.<br>A paws-atively HUGE thanks to these supporting businesses! Active Endeavors, Aspen Leaf Frozen Yogurt, Beadology, Blick Art Materials, Bread Garden Market, Catherine's, Daydream Comics, Dulcinea, Dumpling Darling, Film Scene, Heirloom Salads, IC Public Library, Java House, Ragstock, Record Collector, Silver Spider, Ten Thousand Villages, The Makers Loft, The Mill, White Rabbit<br><br></p> 2019-08-07 13:00:00 -05009/21/1910:00 a.m.Iowa City Pedestrian MallIowa City