with Lilah Shepherd Fri. Aug. 23 & Sat. Aug, 24, 10a-1p outside the IC Press Co-op (225 N. Gilbert) pay-what-you-can: $40-$160 Learn about foraging plants for natural dye, different processes of making dye baths with foraged plant matter, the process of preparing fabric for natural dyeing and immersion dyeing fabric. Open to ages 14+. Registration...
Join us on August 24 from noon to 10 pm at the Ped Mall for Latino Fest Iowa City, a vibrant celebration of Latinx culture! Since 2012, this family-friendly festival has fostered cultural understanding and inclusivity, showcasing the rich traditions of the Latinx community. Festival Highlights: Activities for All Ages: Kids' games, entertainment, arts and...
Sunday, August 25, 2024 -2:00pm to 4:00pm Storytime Room Let's make a craft you can play with and wear! We'll use paper tubes to paint and decorate a snake that will wrap around your arm once completed! Sunday Fun Days are suitable for all-ages, but younger children should make the crafts together with caregivers. One craft per...
6:00pm to 8:00pm Digital Media Lab Do you knit, crochet, spin, punch needle, embroider? Bring your current project and join us the last Thursday of the month for an evening of conversation and fiber arts of all kinds. Whether you're new the hobby or a seasoned veteran, all people of any age, gender, or ability are invited!...
The Iowa City Farmers Market is managed by the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department. It is an open-air market held in the Chauncey Swan parking ramp, Chauncey Swan Park, and on E. Washington St. in downtown Iowa City. The market runs from May through October. We strive to serve culturally and economically diverse populations by...
Join PS1 gallery artist Eric Conrad for a sewing workshop using found and upcycled materials. This workshop provides some instruction on hand sewing techniques, while learning more about Conrad’s process and contributing to a collective soft sculpture that will be on public display during his exhibition Clothes That Don’t Fit. This workshop is free (donations...
Join PS1 gallery artist Eric Conrad for a sewing workshop using found and upcycled materials. This workshop provides some instruction on hand sewing techniques, while learning more about Conrad’s process and contributing to a collective soft sculpture that will be on public display during his exhibition Clothes That Don’t Fit. This workshop is free (donations...
Sunday, September 1, 2024 -2:00pm to 4:00pm Storytime Room Dive into a sea of colors and textures as you create your personalized beaded masterpiece. Come, bead, and bond in this delightful journey of creativity! Sumérgete en un mar de colores y texturas mientras creas tu obra maestra personalizada con cuentas. ¡Ven, crea con cuentas y disfruta en...
Do you enjoy creating things? Would you like to donate your handmade items to support the Iowa City Public Library during our Arts & Crafts Bazaar on December 7, 2024? If so, we would gladly accept your items through December 6th. Please drop off your arts and crafts at the Library Help Desk on the...
Thursday, September 5, 2024 -4:00pm to 5:00pm Storytime Room Hang out with other tweens, eat pizza, brainstorm future tween events and activities for this school year, and make a variety of crafts. If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact the Library. This event is open to the public.
The Thursday night life drawing group in memory of our dear friend, Phil Dorothy. Bring your own drawing materials which can include graphite, charcoal, pastels or watercolors. Drawing boards and easels will be available. Water-based oils and acrylics will be allowed. Solvent based oils may be used with odorless solvents. It is suggested that artists...
The Iowa City Farmers Market is managed by the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department. It is an open-air market held in the Chauncey Swan parking ramp, Chauncey Swan Park, and on E. Washington St. in downtown Iowa City. The market runs from May through October. We strive to serve culturally and economically diverse populations by...
