Will China or the US lead the way in the Fourth Industrial Revolution? To answer this question, leading thinkers and policymakers in both countries draw lessons from past technology-driven power transitions that center the moment of innovation – the eureka moment that sparks astonishing technological feats. In this talk, focused on his new book, Technology and...
Enjoy fabulous food and beverages from Oasis Falafel and fuel the Iowa City Public Library at the same time! Oasis Falafel is offering Eat Out to Read from 11 am to 8 pm on February 11th, at 206 N Linn St in downtown Iowa City. A generous percentage of all sales will be donated to...
Attend the One Book Two Book Festival on February 22-23 in various location to celebrate children's literature in Iowa City. And be sure to shop The Book Fair at FilmScene at the Chauncey location and stop at The Book End booth for used children's books and a small selection of fiction for caregivers! It is...
This presale event is available to ICPL Staff and Supporters. In order to be eligible for event access, ICPL Supporters should make a donation of any size in advance of the event, or have made a donation in the last twelve months of any size. Visit https://supporticpl.org/ to find ways to give. The Book Sale otherwise will...
Join us for a used book sale! Shop an assortment of fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, young adult, juvenile fiction, children’s books, DVDs and audiobooks. All sales support the Library and its programs, collections, and facilities. Visit www.supporticpl.org for more information about book sales and supporting the Library. Owners of our Literary Loot Tote Bags can bring their bags...
A new immigrant and refugee welcome center is opening in Polk County in 2025. The hub for refugees and immigrants, which has been designed with community input to create an inclusive environment, will feature professionals who provide confidential and sensitive spaces, services related to employment, housing and education, and transition programs for new Iowans living...
Researchers, sovereign tribal communities, and women farmland-owners will discuss how they are collaborating to foster climate resilience through the newly established Central Midwest Climate Opportunities and Learning Team (CM CO-Learn), funded by the NOAA Climate Adaptation Partnerships program, that supports Iowa, Nebraska, Kansas, and Missouri. This panel brings together a tribal community member, a woman...
The inner workings of authoritarian regimes are, by their nature, opaque. Knowledge of how such a regime keeps records is usually understood only after the ruling elite collapses and some level of public access to the archives is gained. The continued public unmasking of authoritarian practices by journalists and researchers create important resources for those...
Join us for a brilliant evening at the Iowa City Public Library as we celebrate and support our Library! “Bright Future: Celebrating the Iowa City Public Library” is a special after-hours fundraising party dedicated to fostering appreciation and growth of our beloved library taking place Friday, April 11, 2025, from 7:30 to 10 pm. About...
Since 2007, Frontier Co-op’s Well Earth program has been the foundation of the co-op’s responsible sourcing efforts, fostering long-term relationships with suppliers around the world. In this program, speakers share how the Norway, Iowa-based company ensures the long-term sustainability of its supply chain by investing in their partners and communities at origin to improve their...
One of best things about having houseplants is sharing them with others. Do you have houseplants you'd like to share? Do you want to add something new to your collection? Join us for the ICPL Spring Houseplant Swap. Each person may bring up to 5 healthy houseplants or rooted cuttings - no fresh cuttings please. For each plant...
Summer Reading kick-off for adults and teens We're bringing browsing back! Pick out books to start your summer reading during our second annual Browsing Party. Spend some time flipping through fiction and nonfiction books with refreshments, music, and extra librarians on hand to offer recommendations. We'll have some interactive ways for you to share your favorites...
