Monday, July 17th

Monday, July 17th from 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Grab some old clothes you don't mind getting dirty and join us in the meeting room for Messy Art Monday! All ages, toddler to adult, are invited to spend some time creating their own masterpieces. 

This week, we're going to make some very festive artwork: glitter fireworks, so come prepared to sparkle!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.

Monday, July 17th from 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Here’s another great way to find your voice this summer! An open mic gives you the freedom to show off your skills, whether you’re reading something that someone else has written (with all due credit to the author), reading your own work, performing a piece of music, or showing off your secret talent. Even if you aren’t quite up to the task of getting up to the mic, you can always come to listen to the other performers as they all take their turn on center stage!

Tuesday, July 18th

Tuesday, July 18th at 12:00 pm

For fans of Cloud Atlas and Station Eleven, years as humanity struggles to rebuild itself in the aftermath of a climate plague. Beginning in 2030, a grieving archeologist arrives in the Arctic Circle to continue the work of his recently deceased daughter at the Batagaika crater, where researchers are studying long-buried secrets now revealed in melting permafrost, including the perfectly preserved remains of a girl who appears to have died of an ancient virus. 

How High We Go In the Dark is the All Iowa Reads choice for 2023.

Wednesday, July 19th

Wednesday, July 19th at 10:30 am

Little Learners up to age 5 and their families are invited to join us at a local park for story time each Wednesday at 10:30a.m. Story time consists of stories, body movement activities, songs, and rhymes, helping children grow the skills they need to become lifelong readers. Feel free to stay after and play and make new friends!

Wednesday, July 19th at 3:00 pm

Join us in Central Gardens on Wednesday afternoons to get moving and grooving with Music & Movement. We'll explore sounds and songs, make our own music with instruments, and explore how our bodies move with games and activities.

This 30–45-minute program focuses on the Sing and Play recommendations for early literacy which helps develop gross motor skills, listening skills, and social skills. Designed for ages 2-6, but all are welcome to join us. Find us on the patio outside the Nature Education Pavilion (NEP) on nice weather days, or inside the NEP if it's rainy or extremely hot.

Wednesday, July 19th at 6:00 pm at Lake Time Brewery

For fans of Cloud Atlas and Station Eleven, years as humanity struggles to rebuild itself in the aftermath of a climate plague. Beginning in 2030, a grieving archeologist arrives in the Arctic Circle to continue the work of his recently deceased daughter at the Batagaika crater, where researchers are studying long-buried secrets now revealed in melting permafrost, including the perfectly preserved remains of a girl who appears to have died of an ancient virus. 

How High We Go In the Dark is the All Iowa Reads choice for 2023.

Thursday, July 20th

Thursday, July 20th at 1:00 pm

Join us on the first and third Thursdays of the month for Coffee and Creativity! Bring a project to work on, share tips and patterns, chat with fellow crafters, and drink coffee all in a relaxing afternoon at the library. The coffee and some coloring supplies are provided.

Friday, July 21st

Friday, July 21st from 6:00 - 9:30 pm on the Lady of the Lake

The Iowa Storytelling Festival is an annual event that occurs at the end of summer reading. Normally, we try to bring in new speakers and storytellers each year, but this year we decided to bring back some crowd favorites including this year's Ghost Boat storyteller, Darrin Crow. The Ghost Boat cruise is going to function a little bit differently than in years past in order to ensure that everyone is able to hear Darrin and really enjoy the experience.

6:00 - Boarding the Lady of the Lake

6:30 - Dockside story by Darrin Crow

8:00 - Meet & Greet Cruise with Darrin Crow and the TellersBridge Storytellers

The Ghost Boat is our only event in the entire year that we require the purchase of a ticket for admission. These funds go directly to our Foundation to fund various projects throughout the year. Tickets are available for $20 at the library (we can only accept cash or check).

Saturday, July 22nd

Saturday, July 22nd from 9:00 am - 2:30 pm

The Iowa Storytelling Festival is an annual event that occurs at the end of summer reading. Normally, we try to bring in new speakers and storytellers each year, but this year we decided to bring back some crowd favorites including this year's Ghost Boat storyteller, Darrin Crow, who will also be doing a children's performance Saturday morning. You won't want to miss these great performers!

9:00 am - Darrin Crow

Darrin Crow kicks off the festival with yet another captivating tale. This one is designed for a younger audience with the goal of leaving them with an experience that is both engaging and memorable.

10:30 am - TellersBridge

TellersBridge is a talented troupe of storytellers based in Iowa City. This group has made it their mission to connect storytellers with story lovers.

1:00 pm - Jerry Barlow

Acclaimed Celtic fingerstyle guitarist Jerry Barlow is a virtuoso musician, a warm and accessible performer, and a world-class storyteller. His repertoire is composed of a synthesis of traditional music from the British Isles and his own original Celtic-inspired compositions.

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