Tree Tour: Literary Grove at the Iowa Writers’ Workshop

Dey House Iowa City, Iowa, United States

Join University of Iowa Arborist Andy Dahl for a tour of the Literary Grove, featuring trees with connections to famous authors at the world-famous Iowa Writers’ Workshop.

Free
Event Series Tour Your Library!

Tour Your Library!

Iowa City Public Library 123 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Are you a brand new ICPL Card holder? Has it been a while since you’ve been to the library? Are you a regular user, but would like to know more? Join the Iowa City Public Library Development Staff on a “Get to know the Library Tour.” Receive a walking tour of the building, visit sections...

Free

Iowa Bibliophiles – Guest Author Megan Rosenbloom

University of Iowa Main Library, Shambaugh Auditorium 125 West Washington St, Iowa Ccity, IA, United States

Iowa Bibliophiles is a group for book lovers and enthusiasts of all kinds hosted by the University of Iowa Libraries’ Special Collections and Archives. All are welcome at this special event. Hear a talk by special guest Megan Rosenbloom, author of Dark Archives: A Librarian’s Investigation into the Science and History of Books Bound in Human Skin. This...

Carrie Lowry Schuettpelz – The Indian Card

Prairie Lights Bookstore

To be Native American is to live in a world of contradictions. At the same time that the number of people in the US who claim Native identity has exploded—increasing 85 percent in just ten years—the number of people formally enrolled in Tribes has not. While the federal government recognizes Tribal sovereignty, being a member...

Free
Event Series Tour Your Library!

Tour Your Library!

Iowa City Public Library 123 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Are you a brand new ICPL Card holder? Has it been a while since you’ve been to the library? Are you a regular user, but would like to know more? Join the Iowa City Public Library Development Staff on a “Get to know the Library Tour.” Receive a walking tour of the building, visit sections...

Free

31st Annual Book Gala

Prairie Lights Bookstore

Join us for the 31st Annual Book Gala at Prairie Lights Books. Enjoy light refreshments while shopping this after-hours benefit for the Iowa City Public Library. Online sales until midnight will also be included, just be sure to type "ICPL Library Sale," in the comment box. Bring your wish list or your too long TBR!...

Tough Conversations about Our Racial Divide…And How We Can Begin to Heal

Iowa City Public Library Meeting Room D 123 S Linn Street, Iowa City, United States

All three authors will offer their own background then read briefly from their books for about 10 minutes. There will be a question and answer period afterward. Book #1 “From Dubuque to Selma and Beyond: My Journey to Understand Racism in America.” By Dave Markward Book #2 “The Spiritual Journey to Antiracism: A Travel Guide...

Free

Exhibit Opening Celebration for ‘A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive’

Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries 125 W Washington St, Iowa City, IA, United States

Enjoy refreshments, curator remarks, and an open house in recognition of the spring 2025 Main Library Gallery exhibit, A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive, curated by Rich Dana. Event Schedule  4–6 p.m.: Reception and open house with curator Rich Dana 4:30 p.m.: Brief remarks in the Main Library Gallery 6 p.m.: Opening event...

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The Revolutionary Poetry of Mallarmé

Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries 125 W Washington St, Iowa City, IA, United States

Join the University of Iowa Libraries and the Department of French and Italian for a special event celebrating the impact of French Symbolist poet Stéphane Mallarmé. Experience his groundbreaking poem “Un Coup de dés jamais n’abolira le hasard (A Roll of the Dice Will Never Abolish Chance)” read in both French and English by Rosemarie...

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Si No Sanas Hoy, Sanarás Mañana

Visual Arts Building (VAB), 107 River Street Visual Arts Building, 107 River Street, Iowa city, I, United States

Si No Sanas Hoy, Sanarás Mañana, is a group exhibition which translates to “If you don’t heal today, you’ll heal tomorrow.” This exhibition brings together eighteen Iowa-based creatives of Latin American descent in a dialogue centered on healing—whether physical, emotional, or symbolic. The exhibition will be held in the Drewelowe Gallery (E100), Visual Arts Building, 107 River...

The IYWP 15th Birthday Trivia Night Fundraiser!

The IYWP is turning 15! Celebrate with a night of trivia and a silent auction at The Green House on May 12th from 7p-9p! We'll quiz your knowledge of literature and life fifteen years ago! Grab your flip phone and help us bring 15 more years of IYWP programming to Iowa City and Beyond! We...

$5 – $10

Prairie Preview 40! Featuring special guest Robin Wall Kimmerer

Englert Theatre 221 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240, IOWA CITY, IA, United States +1 more

Bur Oak Land Trust is celebrating 40 years of bringing the community together for the environment with some exciting events! This year's Prairie Preview Exhibitor Fair will be from 4:30-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 14 in the International Ballroom at the Iowa Memorial Union. Attendees can connect with more than 35 local and regional environmental organizations...