FREE Democracy’s Future in Iowa, the US, and Beyond w/DINNER

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

​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...

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Event Series Girls Who Code Club

Girls Who Code Club

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

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...

Story Jam

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

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...

Transparent Threat: Global Democracy in the Age of AI

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

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 -6:00pm to 7:30pm Digital Media Lab Register6 of 40 registered In 2024, at least 2 billion people are eligible to vote in major elections in 50 countries – including the United States, India, South Korea, and Mexico. Along with the excitement over widespread democratic participation, however, are concerns over the influence Artificial Intelligence...

Event Series World Club

World Club

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

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!

Event Series Book Babies Storytime

Book Babies Storytime

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

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...

Event Series Teen Knit and Crochet Hangout

Teen Knit and Crochet Hangout

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

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...

Event Series Spanish Bilingual Storytime

Spanish Bilingual Storytime

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

In-person event + Online other Join us every Tuesday for a special Spanish Bilingual Storytime with Children's Librarian Raquel! Together we will enjoy songs, rhymes and stories in Spanish and English. Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome to join us. Masks are required for all individuals over the age of two. Social...

Microscopy for Teens with the University of Iowa

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

Saturday, November 16, 2024 -1:00pm to 2:00pm Teen Center This is a hands-on experience exploring the intricate microscopic wonders of our world! We will provide the opportunity for you to observe a variety of plant and insect specimens up close through a compound microscope. This workshop is free and open to the public, and no prior experience...

Event Series IC Speaks Spoken Word Club

IC Speaks Spoken Word Club

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

Saturday, November 2, 2024 -11:00am to 12:30pm Meeting Room E Spoken Word Club is a weekly generative writing workshop that provides teen writers with a safe space to share their work, get inspired, and meet other teen writers in Iowa City. Each meeting will have writing and performance examples, activities, writing prompts, and time to share. This...

Event Series Family Storytime

Family Storytime

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

Saturdays 10:30am to 11:00am Storytime Room Family Storytime is recommended for all ages and includes both shorter and longer stories combined with action games and activities. 家庭故事会包括较长或较短的故事,并结合动作游戏和相关活动,适于各年龄段共同参与。 如您因为身体原因需要特别安排,请联系图书馆。 --------- Family Storytime es para todas las edades e incluye historias más cortas y más largas combinadas con juegos y actividades de acción. If you need disability-related accommodations in...