The Iowa City Public Library has reserved every display space throughout the building for our part in Recovering the Classics’ book cover makeover project. We need your help to fill them. In 2013, Recovering the Classics asked designers from...
Author Archive for Meredith
Wednesday, Jul 20, 2016
August classes at the Iowa City Public Library are all about being social. The Center and the Library are teaming up to offer beginner and intermediate classes for Facebook and Pinterest. Our beginners’ class will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Aug....
Tuesday, Jul 19, 2016
Have you ever wanted to learn more about the sport of rowing? Join Danelle Stipes, assistant director for the University of Iowa Recreational Services Hawkeye Community Rowing Program, for Rowing 101 on Wednesday, July 27, from 7 to 8 p.m. This...
Thursday, Jul 14, 2016
In today’s world of go-go-go, stress and anxiety are everywhere. If the pressures of everyday life are getting to you, it might be time to hit the mat – the yoga mat, that is. Local yoga instructor Beth Beasley will be in Meeting Room A at the...
Wednesday, Jul 13, 2016
Receiving a letter in the mail was a big deal when I was a child. It didn’t happen often, so the days I’d come home from school and find an envelope with my name sitting on the kitchen table were treasured. I’d rip it open and start reading...
Monday, Jul 11, 2016
Two of the greatest words in the English language have come together for one event: Book Sale. The Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation will host a Book Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 16, in Meeting Room A. Featuring “Pay What...
Thursday, Jul 7, 2016
With miles of trails throughout Johnson County, you’re sure to find one to suit your recreational needs. Johnson County Conservation Program Manager Brad Freidhof will be in Meeting Room A at the Iowa City Public Library from 7 to 8 p.m....
Tuesday, Jul 5, 2016
Laura Ernst learned to juggle for her role in a middle school play, eventually transitioning her new skill to performances at street festivals. Today, Ernst has made a career out of her passion for entertaining. The Iowa City Public Library is...
Wednesday, Jun 29, 2016
The Iowa City Public Library recently added children’s titles to its Zinio Digital Magazines collection, bringing the number of magazines patrons can read on digital devices to nearly 200. With titles that appeal to all ages – from Babybug for...
Tuesday, Jun 28, 2016
Author Gary Snyder is quoted as saying, “Nature is not a place to visit. It is home.” Local photographer and author Bob Sessions makes his living showcasing the many ways nature serves as our home, from flora and fauna to the mountains and...
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About Meredith
Meredith was formerly the Library's Public Relations Specialist.