11:00am to 12:30pm In-person event + Online other Meeting Room D A program of Iowa City Poetry, IC Speaks seeks to develop and sustain an inclusive, thriving spoken-word poetry community in Iowa City that empowers youth from all backgrounds to speak their truths. Join us Saturdays for a 90 minute generative writing workshop that provides writing/performance examples,...
Join us in a new location at the PS1 Close Mansion for the Long Pose Studio Group. The model will maintain the same pose (with breaks) for the entire session. Bring your own drawing materials which can include graphite, charcoal, pastels or watercolors. Acrylics, water-based oils, and regular oils using odorless terpenoid will be allowed. We will be...
Sunday, October 22, 2023 -12:30pm to 2:00pm Meeting Room A, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room C One of the best parts of having houseplants is sharing them with others. Do you have houseplants you'd like to share? Want to add something new to your collection? Join us for ICPL's Fall Houseplant Swap! Each person may bring up...
2023 marks the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. On UN Day this year, we honor that historic agreement by emphasizing youth rights, especially the right to quality education. UNA Global Goals Ambassador Virgil Parker will join us to speak about the importance of Sustainable Development Goal #4, Quality Education. Virgil Parker...
Tuesdays Meeting Room E We're currently looking for new players for the role playing game, Savage Worlds. All skills levels are welcome. If you need disability-related accommodations in order to participate in this event, please contact the Library. This event is open to the public. Cosponsor Cosponsor Name: Josh Christain
Wednesdays, 12:00-1:00 pm Location: the Ranshaw House, 515 Community Dr, North Liberty A Death Café is a safe place for people to talk about death in order to make the most of life. New people are encouraged to join anytime. This is not a bereavement support group or grief counseling session. For more information on...
4:00pm to 5:00pm Storytime Room 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 computer scientists....
Who: All songwriters, performers, producers, creators, and live music lovers (all levels/abilities welcome) What: Listen to Live Music, connect with other local artists, sign up for artist development opportunities, learn about local artist resources, get to know "The James Theater", get on the Songwriters Collective roster. When/Where: The Last Wednesday/ James Theater
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!...
Get free, one-on-one help with your writing! Every Thursday from June 15th to August 3rd in Meeting Room E on the second floor of the Iowa City Public Library. Resumes, applications, op-eds, reports, essays, legal documents, creative writing — all writing is welcome! Walk-in 20-minute appointments are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences. NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard...
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 using...
