Creativebug is a free online resource of high quality on-trend Arts & Crafts classes provide by ICPL to patorns in our primary servie area.* Creativebug Club meets each Wednesday evening in February to explare another class or series on...
Classes & Workshops
Upcoming events
Saturday, February 22, 2025 - 10:00am
Iowa City Book Festival, Other
A celebration of children's literature with festival from the Iowa City UNESCO City of Literature and ICPL that will feature author appearances, a book fair, workshops, crafts, storytimes and a celebration of student writing, all free and open...
Saturday, February 22, 2025 - 1:00pm
Storytime Room
Yoga designed for moms-to-be and postnatal mamas! Jenna is a prenatal yoga instructor at Hot House and at the University of Iowa Rec Services. Join us for two different classes on February 1st and February 22nd. This gentle prenatal yoga workshop...
Thursday, February 27, 2025 - 6:00pm
Zoom
Many of today's methods of communication are often speedy, to the point, disjointed, and lacking in context: think instant messages, Snapchat, quick videos, and emails. As winter is a season where we slow down a bit (driving slower, walking...
Friday, March 7, 2025 - 10:30am
Digital Media Lab
Have a treat and build your computer skills! This in-person workshop is for those who are new to using a computer or want to build more confidence using the Windows 11 operating system -- especially since the library's public computers are beginning...
Friday, March 21, 2025 - 10:30am
Digital Media Lab
Have a treat and build your computer skills! This in-person workshop is for those who are new to the internet or want to build more confidence getting to websites and finding information online. Attendees will learn about web browsers and search...
Friday, March 28, 2025 - 10:30am
Zoom
Join us on Zoom to build your computer skills! This class is for anyone new to the concepts of cybersecurity. We'll build skills like recognizing a secure website, making strong passwords, and recognizing online scams. With some exercises and...
Wednesday, June 25, 2025 - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room C
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese practice that combines slow, graceful movements with deep breathing and meditation. It originated as a martial art but has evolved into a holistic exercise known for its health benefits. In this beginner-friendly...
Wednesday, July 16, 2025 - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room C
Kathy and other volunteers from our local K9 Ambassador program, sponsored by the lowa City Dog Obedience Club, will use handpicked dogs to help teach attendees about dog safety and etiquette. Following an educational presentation, enjoy tricks and...
Wednesday, July 30, 2025 - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A, Meeting Room B, Meeting Room C
Kara from Lovely Bunches Farm will bring an array of beautiful, locally-grown flowers and plants, then guide us in placing them in a vase to create a cohesive, visually pleasing arrangement to take home. This program is intended for people of all...