The Drawing Salon focuses on drawing artworks from the museum's collection. Each session will focus on a different artwork. The sessions will begin with an introduction and discussion of the selected work. Participants will be encouraged to pursue their own visions and to take inspiration from the artworks in the gallery. Pencils and sketchbooks/paper are...
Sunday, November 17, 2024 -2:00pm to 4:00pm Storytime Room In November we love to celebrate DINOvember with some fun dino-themed crafts and activities! Today we are making headbands that you can wear with a triceratops head! Sunday Fun Days are suitable for all-ages, but younger children should make the crafts together with caregivers. One craft per child...
Monday, November 4, 2024 -5:30pm to 7:00pm Teen Center Winter is coming, so get ready with this chill, low-key hangout where you can bring a project you're working on, or start something new. We'll have needle punching supplies, yarn, hooks and needles on hand. This is not an instructional class, but there will be help from others...
Tuesdays, 10:30am to 11:00am Storytime Room Join us for Book Babies! Let's have fun together singing, reading, and rhyming. Book Babies is a program designed to stimulate your infant's language development and is geared towards ages 0-2 years. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate as much as possible. ¡Ven para Book Babies! Divirtámonos juntos cantando, leyendo...
Tuesdays, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Storytime Room Join us for the exciting World Club on the third Tuesday of every month! Each month we will explore a unique world culture through fun stories, games, crafts, activities, or even delicious food. All ages and backgrounds welcome!
Meeting Room A, Online StoryJAM is a music and movement program designed to model, encourage, and facilitate music-making as an early literacy skill. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate as much as possible. Masks are required for all individuals over the age of two. Social distancing between groups in attendance is encouraged. In order...
Wednesdays 4:00pm to 5:00pm Digital Media Lab Girls Who Code Club is for girls and non-binary youth in grades 3-5 who are interested in learning how to code. No previous experience necessary! The goal of this club is to create a safe and supportive environment of peers and role models where students learn to see themselves as...
Iowa City’s favorite happy hour! This monthly gathering gives locals the opportunity to meet new people, socialize, and learn about the latest happenings in the arts, business, and culture sectors of our community. Whether you’re a business owner, a downtown employee, or simply a curious individual, YOU’RE invited! Attendees trickle in and mingle from 5:00...
PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH UI INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS AND THE CENTER FOR ASIAN AND PACIFIC STUDIES In the final program of ICFRC’s series, Democracy at a Crossroads, a panel of Iowa experts interpret the November elections and their implications for our state and international relations. The moderated conversation will showcase a diverse set of voices representing...
Thursday, November 21, 2024 -6:00pm to 7:00pm Digital Media Lab Register1 of 10 registered We have a Cricut Maker 3 and some white vinyl... join us and make your own decal! This "permanent vinyl" can be applied to a water bottle, car window, the back of a smartphone, laptop lid, notebooks, etc. The Cricut software offers thousands...
Masonic Building Level 1 Lessons | 7:15-8:00p Social Dance & Practice all levels | 8:00-8:30p Level 2 Lessons | 8:30p - 9:30p Cost: $10 per evening or $5 for students. This is a community group to share swing dance classes, events, and resources in the Iowa City area. Formerly, it was the University of Iowa Swing...
Friday, November 22, 2024 -1:00pm to 2:00pm Meeting Room A, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room C Journey back in time with Curt Strutz in his thrilling presentation, “Dinosaur Dimensions”! This captivating show will transport you to the age of the dinosaurs, offering a fascinating glimpse into the lives of these magnificent creatures. Through vivid storytelling, incredible animatronic...
