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People are doing work in North Liberty, and you should know about them. Subscribe to the podcast, 52317, for short monthly visits with people about their work. Welcome to your new business community.
This month, the City of North Liberty is getting ready to close its annual budget cycle, which started in earnest about six months ago with staff assessing expenses and councilors setting goals. You might be aware of this milestone because…
The Johnson County Livable Community for Successful Aging Policy Board, which appointed by the Johnson County Board of Supervisors, has launched a survey aimed at understanding the experiences and perceptions of residents aged 45 and older regarding livability in Johnson…
As we wrap up March, we’re reflecting on an incredible month filled with exciting events and meaningful initiatives. From hosting engaging activities like a teen-hour at the city’s mini glow golf event to working on new ways to support our…
This is the 55+ Connections weekly update. If you would like to sign up to get more updates from the city go to northlibertyiowa.org/subscribe. CBS Piece about Social Security Featuring NL Seniors A crew from CBS News came to our…
Starting April 1, 2025, the City of North Liberty will adjust a variety of Recreation Department use fees, including memberships for the first time since 2018. The names of membership packages will also change to more clearly align with the…
Spring comes with many opportunities to clean up from a long winter. Muddy Creek cleanup On Saturday, April 5, 2025, join the cleanup led by the North Liberty Tree & Storm Water Advisory Board, Scout Troop 216 and Cub Scout…
This is the 55+ Connections weekly update. If you would like to sign up to get more updates from the city go to northlibertyiowa.org/subscribe. 55+ Connections: Tuesday Gathering Tuesday, March 25 10:30 AM North Liberty Library – Meeting Room…
You can get a copy of the full guide to classes and programs in our Community Center, which includes our Recreation Center, Library, Pacha Aquatic Center, Gerdin Conference Center and other spaces, published three times each year, in person at…
Spring is full of mischievous creatures bearing gifts, and a dozen fairies have built their homes in North Liberty. Their homes hold secrets for families who, if successful in seeking them out, will be rewarded. The EGGstravaganza, including the Bunny…
Often, when people think of art, they do so with a capital “A”. Images of en plein air painters, theories on the interplay of shape and color, the word “juxtapose” and lots of chin rubbing. But at Artisan Insight Studios,…
Spring leaf collection is scheduled to start Monday, March 31, and will run through Friday, April 25. To have your leaves collected, rake them within two feet of the street by 7 a.m. on each Monday. Crews will collect them…
This is the 55+ Connections weekly update. If you would like to sign up to get more updates from the city go to northlibertyiowa.org/subscribe. 55+ Connections: Tuesday Gathering Tuesday, March 18 10:30 AM North Liberty Library – Meeting Room…
Come see what the North Liberty Community Center has to offer during our spring open house! The five Ws Who: Community members of all ages. What: A Community Center open house! Meet city staff, tour library and recreation center facilities,…
This is the 55+ Connections weekly update. If you would like to sign up to get more updates from the city go to northlibertyiowa.org/subscribe. Learn More About Dealing with Conflict Monday, March 10 2 – 3:30 PM Iowa City…
North Liberty Youth Council is hosting a teen-only hour for area high school students during the Glow Mini Golf event on Friday, March 21, from 7 to 8 p.m. in the North Liberty Community Center gym. NLYC is providing a…
The Summer 2025 Activity Guide is now available online, covering recreation, aquatic, library and community programming and events offered May through August 2025. Registration for most recreation programs begins April 7 for North Liberty residents in-person at the Community Center…
This is the 55+ Connections weekly update. If you would like to sign up to get more updates from the city go to northlibertyiowa.org/subscribe. 55+ Connections: Tuesday Gathering Tuesday, March 4 10:30 AM North Liberty Library – Meeting Room…
Mayor Chris Hoffman issued the following statement two years ago. The sentiment remains relevant today: There is strength in our diversity. This past week, members of our community who are transgender — people who are our friends, neighbors, coworkers and…
From the archive: Cory and Kim Nelson moved to North Liberty for his career and opened Next Level Extreme Fitness for her sense of community. That community grew quickly, leading to their expansion and the feeling that they’re home for…
This is the 55+ Connections weekly update. If you would like to sign up to get more updates from the city go to northlibertyiowa.org/subscribe. 55+ Connections: Tuesday Gathering Tuesday, February 25 10:30 AM North Liberty Library – Meeting Room…
North Liberty Community Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Your mission: Track down a mischievous leprechaun by following their trail of gold throughout North Liberty.
Adventures should start at front desk of the recreation center inside the North Liberty Community Center, where they will pick up a pot to fill with gold and start a trail that leads them around town in search of a leprechaun’s footprints.
North Liberty Library (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
An hour of socializing. Coffee provided.
4:00 pm – 7:00 pmUAY Art & Music
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
UAY Art & Music
Recurs weekly
Samuel and Emma A. Ranshaw House (515 Community Dr, North Liberty, IA 52317)
United Action for Youth’s free art and music program provide young people with opportunities for creative expression, self-exploration and experimentation with materials and artistic techniques in a positive environment. This drop in programming is free for youth grades 6 to 12.
TuesdayMarch2525
6:00 pm – 8:00 pmChild Care Resource & Referral of Southeast Iowa
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Child Care Resource & Referral of Southeast Iowa
Recurs weekly
Samuel and Emma A. Ranshaw House (515 Community Dr, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Free training for in-home childcare providers from Child Care Resource & Referral of Southeast Iowa.
6:00 pm – 9:00 pmCity Council
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
City Council
Recurs monthly
North Liberty City Council Chambers, 360 N. Main Street, North Liberty IA 52317
The regular meeting of the North Liberty City Council, open to the public.
The agenda, when published, can be found at northlibertyiowa.org/meetings.
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Each Friday of the month, North Liberty 55+ Connections Lunch gives seniors a chance to get together for lunch, to play a game, and socialize. Meals are $5.00 per person and include an activity or presenter
To attend our 55+ Lunch you must make an advance reservation. Please add your name to the sign-up at the meal the week prior or call the North Liberty Recreation Department at (319) 626-5716 by noon on Thursday
Lunch is occasionally cancelled for holidays and other conflicts. Meals and activities are always subject to change (i.e. the occasional potluck event).
6:00 pm – 9:00 pmFree Gym Night
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free Gym Night
Recurs monthly
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Designated free nights toplay basketball in Jones Gymnasium, no pass required, offered from 6 to 9 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays, second and fourth Fridays of each month.
Open gym is subject to cancelation for special events or programs. No team or practicesallowed. Regular facility supervision rules apply. Contact the Recreation Department front desk at (319) 626-5716 with questions.
SaturdayMarch2929
9:00 am – 12:00 pmLWV of Johnson County Legislative Forum
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
LWV of Johnson County Legislative Forum
City Hall Council Chambers
State legislators from Johnson County update the community on what’s happening in Des Moines and take questions.
2:00 pm – 3:00 pmSTEMpact Youth to Youth
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
STEMpact Youth to Youth
North Liberty Library (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
North Liberty Library (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
An hour of socializing. Coffee provided.
4:00 pm – 7:00 pmUAY Art & Music
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
UAY Art & Music
Recurs weekly
Samuel and Emma A. Ranshaw House (515 Community Dr, North Liberty, IA 52317)
United Action for Youth’s free art and music program provide young people with opportunities for creative expression, self-exploration and experimentation with materials and artistic techniques in a positive environment. This drop in programming is free for youth grades 6 to 12.
TuesdayApril11
6:00 pm – 8:00 pmChild Care Resource & Referral of Southeast Iowa
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Child Care Resource & Referral of Southeast Iowa
Recurs weekly
Samuel and Emma A. Ranshaw House (515 Community Dr, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Free training for in-home childcare providers from Child Care Resource & Referral of Southeast Iowa.
6:00 pm – 9:00 pmFree Gym Night
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free Gym Night
Recurs monthly
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Designated free nights toplay basketball in Jones Gymnasium, no pass required, offered from 6 to 9 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays, second and fourth Fridays of each month.
Open gym is subject to cancelation for special events or programs. No team or practicesallowed. Regular facility supervision rules apply. Contact the Recreation Department front desk at (319) 626-5716 with questions.
6:30 pm – 8:00 pmPlanning and Zoning Commission
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Planning and Zoning Commission
Recurs monthly
North Liberty City Hall (360 N Main St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Description:The regular meeting of the North Liberty Planning and Zoning Commission.The agenda can be found at northlibertyiowa.org/meetings and live stream of the meeting can be found at northlibertyiowa.org/live.
WednesdayApril22
4:00 pm – 6:30 pmMPOJC
4:30 pm – 6:30 pmCommunity Center Open House
4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Community Center Open House
North Liberty Community Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, United States)
Discover everything the North Liberty Community Center has to offer during our spring open house.
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Join an enthusiastic group of young people to complete fun projects and activities to improve our community and better the lives of all around us. New members can join at any point in the year.
Meetings are first and third Wednesday of each month.
ThursdayApril33
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmParks and Recreation Commission
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Parks and Recreation Commission
Recurs monthly
North Liberty City Hall, 360 N Main St
The regular meeting of the North Liberty Parks and Recreation Commission, and open to the public in person at City Hall or via a stream online.
The agenda can be found at northlibertyiowa.org/meetings
The Greater Iowa City, Inc. Coffee Connections bring together business professionals, community leaders and city officials. All are invited to share and learn about city plans and events, local resources, and business news. Join us for coffee, brief updates, and informal networking. Registration is requested but drop-ins are welcome.
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Each Friday of the month, North Liberty 55+ Connections Lunch gives seniors a chance to get together for lunch, to play a game, and socialize. Meals are $5.00 per person and include an activity or presenter
To attend our 55+ Lunch you must make an advance reservation. Please add your name to the sign-up at the meal the week prior or call the North Liberty Recreation Department at (319) 626-5716 by noon on Thursday
Lunch is occasionally cancelled for holidays and other conflicts. Meals and activities are always subject to change (i.e. the occasional potluck event).
SaturdayApril55
9:00 am – 12:00 pmMuddy Creek Cleanup
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Muddy Creek Cleanup
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Join the cleanup led by the North Liberty Tree & Storm Water Advisory Board, Scout Troop 216 and Cub Scout packs 216 and 275, Scout Troop 216, Cub Scout packs 216 and 275, Greencastle 4-H Clover Kids and the North Liberty Youth Council to remove debris along Big Muddy Creek and the bike trail. The cleanup is held annually in observance of Keep America Beautify Day.
Join in by meeting at the North Liberty Community Center north parking lot at 9 a.m.
SundayApril66
10:00 am – 10:45 amSwimming Safety Day
10:00 am – 10:45 am
Swimming Safety Day
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Join us for a swimming safety day to help kids 3 to 12 be ready around water. We will offer two time slots for a free swim lesson and safety lesson around water. We will have swimming safety handouts, coloring sheets and raffles for lifejackets. Register for free at northliberty.recdesk.com
11:00 am – 11:45 amSwimming Safety Day
11:00 am – 11:45 am
Swimming Safety Day
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Join us for a swimming safety day to help kids 3 to 12 be ready around water. We will offer two time slots for a free swim lesson and safety lesson around water. We will have swimming safety handouts, coloring sheets and raffles for lifejackets. Register for free at northliberty.recdesk.com
MondayApril77
10:00 am – 11:00 amSocial Hour
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Social Hour
Recurs weekly
North Liberty Library (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
An hour of socializing. Coffee provided.
4:00 pm – 7:00 pmUAY Art & Music
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
UAY Art & Music
Recurs weekly
Samuel and Emma A. Ranshaw House (515 Community Dr, North Liberty, IA 52317)
United Action for Youth’s free art and music program provide young people with opportunities for creative expression, self-exploration and experimentation with materials and artistic techniques in a positive environment. This drop in programming is free for youth grades 6 to 12.
TuesdayApril88
9:30 am – 4:00 pmWIC Clinic
9:30 am – 4:00 pm
WIC Clinic
Recurs monthly
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Johnson County Public Health (JCPH) is pleased to announce three new clinics that will offer the services of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) in North Liberty and Coralville. WIC is a nutrition education and food assistance program for pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women and children up to five years of age. WIC can help families find other needed resources like doctors, dentists and medical insurance. I-Smile services will also be offered to children and pregnant people at these clinics which includes a dental screening, fluoride varnish, education and referral to a dentist.
JCPH is offering WIC clinics throughout Johnson County to improve the accessibility to services for county residents especially where transportation is a barrier. “We analyzed the addresses of families currently receiving WIC and families who are eligible for Medicaid to identify clusters of where they live and sites for clinics to close these clusters. We anticipate this will help families already on WIC as well as attract families who have never been on WIC due to transportation issues,” said Chuck Dufano, WIC Coordinator for Johnson County.
Clinics will be open monthly from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the following sites in North Liberty and Coralville:
Second Tuesday of the month beginning Oct. 11 North Liberty Community Center 520 W. Cherry Street North Liberty, IA Lower Level – Gerdin Conference Room
Third Thursday of the month beginning Oct. 20 North Liberty Baptist Church 1215 Jordan Street North Liberty, IA Church sanctuary
Fourth Tuesday of the month beginning Oct. 25 Coralville United Methodist Church 806 – 13th Avenue Coralville, Iowa 2nd Level classrooms
For more information or to make an appointment, please contact WIC Coordinator Chuck Dufano at 319-356-6042.
6:00 pm – 8:00 pmChild Care Resource & Referral of Southeast Iowa
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Child Care Resource & Referral of Southeast Iowa
Recurs weekly
Samuel and Emma A. Ranshaw House (515 Community Dr, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Free training for in-home childcare providers from Child Care Resource & Referral of Southeast Iowa.
6:00 pm – 9:00 pmCity Council
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
City Council
Recurs monthly
North Liberty City Council Chambers, 360 N. Main Street, North Liberty IA 52317
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmTree and Storm Water Advisory Board
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Tree and Storm Water Advisory Board
Recurs every 3 months
City Council Chambers, 1 Quail Creek Circle North Liberty
The regular meeting of the Tree and Stormwater Advisory Board. These meetings are aired on NLTV and livestreamed. Agenda and packet information is available online.
ThursdayApril1010
FridayApril1111
11:30 am – 1:00 pm55+ Connections Lunch
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
55+ Connections Lunch
Recurs weekly
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Each Friday of the month, North Liberty 55+ Connections Lunch gives seniors a chance to get together for lunch, to play a game, and socialize. Meals are $5.00 per person and include an activity or presenter
To attend our 55+ Lunch you must make an advance reservation. Please add your name to the sign-up at the meal the week prior or call the North Liberty Recreation Department at (319) 626-5716 by noon on Thursday
Lunch is occasionally cancelled for holidays and other conflicts. Meals and activities are always subject to change (i.e. the occasional potluck event).
6:00 pm – 9:00 pmFree Gym Night
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free Gym Night
Recurs monthly
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Designated free nights to play basketball in Jones Gymnasium, no pass required, offered from 6 to 9 p.m. on the first and third Tuesdays, second and fourth Fridays of each month.
Open gym is subject to cancelation for special events or programs. No team or practices allowed. Regular facility supervision rules apply. Contact the Recreation Department front desk at (319) 626-5716 with questions.
SaturdayApril1212
8:00 am – 12:00 pmBunny Clue Trail
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Bunny Clue Trail
North Liberty Community Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, United States)
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Come see 30+ local small business vendors, including crafters, makers, bakers, and artisans from the Corridor. Shop small and local!
10:00 am – 4:00 pmOpen House: UI Health Care North Liberty Campus
10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Open House: UI Health Care North Liberty Campus
701 W Forevergreen Rd, North Liberty, Iowa 52317, United States
An exclusive sneak peek and to celebrate the University of Iowa Health Care North Liberty campus which opens on April 28. Stop by anytime from 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. for hospital tours, Iowa Hawkeye student-athlete meet & greets, sports challenges and demonstrations, hands-on STEM activities for kids, and more!
Attendees will have a chance to win two indoor club tickets to the Hawkeye Football homecoming game on Sept. 27 and an on-field opportunity for one quarter of the game.