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Thursday, Aug 23, 2018
Want to present yourself in the best light to a potential employer? The Iowa City Public Library, the City of Iowa City, and Iowa Works will host two events aimed at job seekers in September. The first event will focus on helping job seekers create the best resume possible from their work history. It will be held on Wednesday, September 5, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. in the Digital Media Lab on the second floor of the Library.
Thursday, Aug 16, 2018
Here’s a novel idea: take the night off from making dinner and go out to eat instead. Better yet, support the Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation at the same time. The Foundation has partnered with local restaurants for our Eat Out to Read fundraising program. On Wednesday, September 19, dine at Hudson’s, 482 Highway 1 West in Iowa City, between 5 and 10 p.m. and a portion of the sales will be donated to the Library. Takeout orders count, too. For more information, call the Library at 319-356-5200.
Tuesday, Aug 14, 2018
The Iowa City Public Library Bookmobile won’t be in service the week of August 20 because of scheduled vehicle maintenance, collection updates, and staff training. During the Bookmobile’s seasonal break in service, items can be returned at the downtown Library or to the Library’s remote drop boxes. Holds that arrive at the Library during this time can be found by inquiring at the Help Desk at the downtown Library or on the Bookmobile when our Fall Schedule begins.
Thursday, Aug 9, 2018
Calling all artists! The Iowa City Public Library is seeking entries for the 2018 Art Purchase Prize contest! The Art Purchase Prize is open to artists over the age 18 who live/work/exhibit in the Iowa City or the Johnson County area. Library employees and their immediate family are ineligible for entry. The Library will begin accepting artwork on September 1.
Tuesday, Jul 24, 2018
The Bookmobile Summer Schedule concludes on Friday, August 17, and the Fall Schedule begins on Monday, August 27. We've had a great summer and look forward to a seeing everyone again in the fall! A break between schedule periods gives us time...
Tuesday, Jul 24, 2018
If you think this summer’s road construction is bad, consider the detours locals had to take in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. By 1908, the City of Iowa City had laid down 12 miles of streets, 23 miles of sewage system, and 35 miles of permanent sidewalks; an investment of $580,520 or about $15 million in today’s dollars. One can only guess how many detours those horses and buggies had to endure, but one thing is certain: progress continues!
Tuesday, Jun 5, 2018
The Iowa City Public Library is proud to celebrate the LGBTQ community every month, but we have a few special film screenings planned in honor of Pride Month. Beginning June 9, and continuing every Saturday in June, the Library will show movies featuring gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender experiences in the Koza Family Teen Center. This Teen Rainbow Film Series celebrates diversity in films geared toward teens. The lineup of movies the Library will show as part of the film series includes:
Monday, Jun 4, 2018
Toes will be tappin’ when HomeBrewed takes the stage on Tuesday, June 26, for a live concert benefitting the Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation. The music will play from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at The Mill Restaurant, 120 E. Burlington St. There will be a cover charge of $10 per adult, $5 per child (17 and younger), with all funds going to the Friends Foundation.
Thursday, May 31, 2018
The Public Libraries of Johnson County will work together to help libraries in Puerto Rico affected by hurricanes Irma and Maria. Beginning June 1, the Public Libraries of Johnson County will have a collection spot for monetary donations. Donations will be accepted through June 30. All funds raised will be used to replace books, videos, and other materials lost or damaged in the 2017 storms. Johnson County public libraries include Coralville, Iowa City, North Liberty, Oxford, Solon, Springmier, and Swisher.
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About Meredith
Meredith was formerly the Library's Public Relations Specialist.