Visit the North Liberty Library for a very special storytime with local theatre artist and vocalist Anthony Hendricks. Engage with the Juneteenth story through books, performance and coloring pages commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. A selection of Juneteenth children’s books will also be available for independent exploration.

Juneteenth celebrates the day of June 19, 1865, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation, when Major General Gordon Granger led Union soldiers into Galveston, Texas, bringing news that the Civil War had ended and reading the order that declared the remaining quarter of a million enslaved people free.

We’re committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation at our events for individuals with disabilities. For accommodations, please reach out to [email protected] or call (319) 626-5755.

This event is presented in partnership with Anti-racism & Social Justice in North Liberty and Better Way Forward.

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).

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.

Catch up with friends and socialize as a community Friday nights in June and July on the Ranshaw House lawn. Bring a picnic and enjoy live performances from local musicians on the historic house’s front porch.

This year’s schedule:
June 2: Adé & The Soul Brothers
June 9: Awful Purdies
June 16: The Savage Hearts
June 23: Crystal City
June 30: Joe & Vicki Price
July 7: Ace Jones
July 14: Marc Janssen & the Locals
July 21: Stephanie Catlett with Dave Helmer & Sam Drella
July 28: Youth Night with Hear My Voice, Ingrid Streitz and The Wilted

Join us at the Ranshaw House for a screening of the short film The Last to Know followed by a discussion on the significance of the Juneteenth story with cultural competency strategist Dr. Negus Rudison-Imhotep. Directed by Erica Stevenson, “The Last to Know” follows 89-year-old community activist, Opal Lee (often referred to as “the Grandmother of Juneteenth”), as she begins a years-long campaign to make her vision of Juneteenth becoming a federally-recognized holiday a reality.

Dr. Negus Rudison-Imhotep is the former chair of the Iowa Commission on the Status of African Americans and the current chair of the Des Moines Civil & Human Rights Commission. He holds a bachelor’s degree in liberal arts with a concentration in Political Science from Excelsior College, a master’s degree in public administration from Norwich University, and a Doctorate in Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resource Management from Northcentral University.

Juneteenth is the annual commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. The occasion celebrates the day of June 19, 1865, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation, when Major General Gordon Granger led Union soldiers into Galveston, Texas, bringing news that the Civil War had ended and reading the order that declared the remaining quarter of a million enslaved people free.

We’re committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation at our events for individuals with disabilities. For accommodations, please reach out to [email protected] or call (319) 626-5755.

This event is presented in partnership with Anti-racism & Social Justice in North Liberty and Better Way Forward.

An event for the whole community to enjoy with local small business vendors. Find more information online.

Join us at the outdoor pool for music, games and a whole lot of fun! Regular admissions fees apply.

An hour of socializing. No coffee will be provided at this time.

All North Libertarians under 18 are invited to stop by the Ranshaw House, located just north of the Community Center, for a free meal and an activity Monday through Friday from June 12 to Aug. 11. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and an activity will be offered each day from 12 to 1 p.m. No registration is required.

Summer Lunch & Fun is sponsored by the North Liberty Unity Coalition, with food, volunteer and activity support from the City of North Liberty Library and Recreation staff, the North Liberty Community Pantry, several area churches and dozens of residents and businesses. Summer Lunch & Fun served more than 6,600 meals last year, and program organizers are seeking participation from local restaurants and others to help provide free food and activities for North Liberty youth again this year. To help, contact [email protected].

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.

All North Libertarians under 18 are invited to stop by the Ranshaw House, located just north of the Community Center, for a free meal and an activity Monday through Friday from June 12 to Aug. 11. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and an activity will be offered each day from 12 to 1 p.m. No registration is required.

Summer Lunch & Fun is sponsored by the North Liberty Unity Coalition, with food, volunteer and activity support from the City of North Liberty Library and Recreation staff, the North Liberty Community Pantry, several area churches and dozens of residents and businesses. Summer Lunch & Fun served more than 6,600 meals last year, and program organizers are seeking participation from local restaurants and others to help provide free food and activities for North Liberty youth again this year. To help, contact [email protected].

The regular meeting of the North Liberty City Council. The agenda can be found at https://northlibertyiowa.org/meetings/ and live stream of the meeting can be found at https://northlibertyiowa.org/live.

All North Libertarians under 18 are invited to stop by the Ranshaw House, located just north of the Community Center, for a free meal and an activity Monday through Friday from June 12 to Aug. 11. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and an activity will be offered each day from 12 to 1 p.m. No registration is required.

Summer Lunch & Fun is sponsored by the North Liberty Unity Coalition, with food, volunteer and activity support from the City of North Liberty Library and Recreation staff, the North Liberty Community Pantry, several area churches and dozens of residents and businesses. Summer Lunch & Fun served more than 6,600 meals last year, and program organizers are seeking participation from local restaurants and others to help provide free food and activities for North Liberty youth again this year. To help, contact [email protected].

United Action for Youth is partnering with the City of North Liberty to host free art and music workshops at the Ranshaw House. Make art, record music or hang out with friends. Open to all junior high and high school  students.

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Johnson County Public Health (JCPH)is pleased to announce three new clinics that will offer the services of theSpecial 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.

All North Libertarians under 18 are invited to stop by the Ranshaw House, located just north of the Community Center, for a free meal and an activity Monday through Friday from June 12 to Aug. 11. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and an activity will be offered each day from 12 to 1 p.m. No registration is required.

Summer Lunch & Fun is sponsored by the North Liberty Unity Coalition, with food, volunteer and activity support from the City of North Liberty Library and Recreation staff, the North Liberty Community Pantry, several area churches and dozens of residents and businesses. Summer Lunch & Fun served more than 6,600 meals last year, and program organizers are seeking participation from local restaurants and others to help provide free food and activities for North Liberty youth again this year. To help, contact [email protected].

Join the Library staff and lifeguards for a fun summer storytime by the pool on the outdoor pool deck followed by free swim. This event is geared towards ages 5 and under. Caregivers must be in the pool with children.

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).

All North Libertarians under 18 are invited to stop by the Ranshaw House, located just north of the Community Center, for a free meal and an activity Monday through Friday from June 12 to Aug. 11. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and an activity will be offered each day from 12 to 1 p.m. No registration is required.

Summer Lunch & Fun is sponsored by the North Liberty Unity Coalition, with food, volunteer and activity support from the City of North Liberty Library and Recreation staff, the North Liberty Community Pantry, several area churches and dozens of residents and businesses. Summer Lunch & Fun served more than 6,600 meals last year, and program organizers are seeking participation from local restaurants and others to help provide free food and activities for North Liberty youth again this year. To help, contact [email protected].

Catch up with friends and socialize as a community Friday nights in June and July on the Ranshaw House lawn. Bring a picnic and enjoy live performances from local musicians on the historic house’s front porch.

This year’s schedule:
June 2: Adé & The Soul Brothers
June 9: Awful Purdies
June 16: The Savage Hearts
June 23: Crystal City
June 30: Joe & Vicki Price
July 7: Ace Jones
July 14: Marc Janssen & the Locals
July 21: Stephanie Catlett with Dave Helmer & Sam Drella
July 28: Youth Night with Hear My Voice, Ingrid Streitz and The Wilted