Why’s North Liberty so far away? Is there anything to do in North Liberty besides drive through it? Are we rural or urban? And who runs this town, anyway?
Let’s answer some questions about our fair city.
Building North Liberty's Next Stage
Together, we’re making this magnetic gathering place a reality for North Liberty.
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.
As we cross over into Autumn it’s a nice time to sit outside around a fire pit and check out this episode from the archive. Of the many uses for fire, whether cooking, heating, illumination, even as ambient decoration, Spotix…
Date: September 17, 2024 Time: 6:30-7:00 PM (or longer if needed) Location: This public meeting is being held electronically. You will need to register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about…
Date: September 17, 2024 Time: 5:30-6:00 PM (or longer if needed, but will need to end before 6:30 PM) Location: This public meeting is being held electronically. You will need to register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you…
Clean out the costumes your kids have outgrown and shop North Liberty’s Costume Closet. During September, the North Liberty Library will host a costume drive to collect gently used Halloween costumes that still have more trick-or-treating left in them. Collection…
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. There is now a paper version of this newsletter available at the library! 55+ Connections:…
Join the City of North Liberty and community partners for a fun-filled afternoon with resources and activities for kids and adults! The five Ws Who: Community members of all ages. What: A free health and wellness fair and community baby…
Join us for a Movie on the Plaza — the first event hosted on the plaza and lawn outside new City Hall! On Friday, Sept. 13, experience all new emotions along with Riley during a showing of Disney’s 2024 hit…
One, two, Freddy’s fun’s coming for you… Don’t sleep on this event. Taste samples of beer, wine and cider from Iowa manufacturers and help North Liberty reach its Next Stage. The five Ws Who: Ticketholders who are 21+ What: A…
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. There is now a paper version of this newsletter available at the library! 55+ CONNECTIONS…
Starting Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, Sugar Creek Lane will be closed from Zeller Street to the drive way for 100 Sugar Creek Lane. This closure is necessary so City of North Liberty staff can resurface the road. The closure is…
On Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, a pair of city facilities will have adjusted hours to allow for all-staff training. To accommodate this training, City Hall, 360 N. Main St., will open a hour late, at 8 a.m. and the Community…
City offices, facilities and services will see changes due to Labor Day on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024. Trash and Recycling Collection Collection will be delayed a day. Addresses west of Ranshaw Way will be collected Wednesday, and addresses east of…
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. There is now a paper version of this newsletter available at the library! 55+ Connections:…
In Old Town, there is a new shop inside an old building full of new – and some vintage – clothing and accessories. Julie Fontanini, owner of The Cherry Street Boutique, and her dedicated team, welcome shoppers to come find…
You can get a copy of the full guide to classes and programs in our Community Center, which includes our Recreation Center, Library, Aquatic Center, Gerdin Conference Center and other spaces, published three times each year, in person at the…
As summer nears its close, so does our outdoor pool. Don’t despair; there are still lots of chances to enjoy a swim before the outdoor pool closes for the season on Sunday, Sept. 1, 2023. The outdoor pool is open…
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. There is now a paper version of this newsletter available at the library! 55+ Connections:…
On Friday, Aug. 16, the Cedar Rapids Kernels will host North Liberty Night with the Kernels as they play the South Bend Cubs, and we have some free tickets to give away. Starting at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 14,…
The North Liberty Police Department is reporting a recent uptick in vehicle burglaries involving unsecured vehicles in the area and is looking for assistance identifying the person in these images capture from a private security camera on the 100 block…
With a history of local public service and philanthropy, Dave and Rita Roberts have already made their marks on North Liberty. And now they’re leaving their mark in a different way: with a gift to North Liberty’s Next Stage campaign to…
North Liberty Library (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
An hour of socializing. No coffee will be provided at this time.
Recurs weekly
TuesdaySeptember33
6:00 pm – 9:00 pmFree Gym Night
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free Gym Night
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.
Recurs monthly
6:30 pm – 8:00 pmPlanning and Zoning Commission
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Planning and Zoning Commission
1 Quail Creek Circle, 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.
Recurs monthly
WednesdaySeptember44
6:30 pm – 7:30 pmJunior Optimists International
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Junior Optimists International
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St #9797, 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.
Recurs monthly
ThursdaySeptember55
5:30 pm – 6:30 pmS'more Fun with Girl Scouts
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
S'more Fun with Girl Scouts
Penn Meadows Park (250 N Dubuque St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Whether you’re looking to join or just want a fun evening out, come make s’mores, create SWAPS, and learn all about Girl Scouts.
7:00 pm – 8:30 pmParks and Recreation Commission
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Parks and Recreation Commission
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
North Liberty City Hall, 360 N Main Street, North Liberty IA 52317
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).
Recurs weekly
SaturdaySeptember77
SundaySeptember88
MondaySeptember99
10:00 am – 11:00 amSocial Hour
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Social Hour
North Liberty Library (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
An hour of socializing. No coffee will be provided at this time.
Recurs weekly
6:00 pm – 8:30 pmClub 24
6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Club 24
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
CLUB 24, named in honor of Iowa’s only Heisman Trophy winner, returns this fall to adults and seniors to socialize over University of Iowa athletics.
During CLUB 24, patrons will watch reruns of the current Iowa sporting events, the Nile Kinnick documentary and hear from guest speakers.
The cost of the program is free.
Recurs weekly
TuesdaySeptember1010
9:30 am – 4:00 pmWIC Clinic
9:30 am – 4:00 pm
WIC Clinic
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
This clinic offer the services of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) in North Liberty.
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.
Johnson Couty Public Health 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.
For more information or to make an appointment, please contact WIC Coordinator Chuck Dufano at 319-356-6042.
6:00 pm – 9:00 pmCity Council
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
City Council
North Liberty City Council Chambers, 360 N. Main Street, North Liberty IA 52317
Reds Alehouse (405 N Dubuque St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Greater Iowa City, Inc.’s Lunch Connections are the place to see and be seen. This is an informal networking opportunity for our current and future members of Greater Iowa City, Inc. Join us for lunch, conversation, and connections. Registration is required so that we can provide the host restaurant with accurate numbers.
North Liberty Community Pantry (89 N Jones Blvd, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Everyone is invited to North Liberty Community Pantry for the annual Taste & Tour to enjoy:
* Free tastes from the Growing Together Garden as well as free food choices from local favorites Maggie’s Farm Wood-Fired Pizza, T.C.Bonez BBQ, El Azul, and Kona Ice
* Live music from Mission Bluegrass Band
* Tours of the Pantry, Garden, and Community Closet
* Kids’ activities
* Celebration of our amazing volunteers
* And more!
ThursdaySeptember1212
FridaySeptember1313
11:30 am – 1:00 pm55+ Connections Lunch
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
55+ Connections Lunch
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).
Recurs weekly
6:00 pm – 9:00 pmFree Gym Night
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free Gym Night
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.
Recurs monthly
7:30 pm – 9:00 pmInside Out 2 on the Plaza
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Inside Out 2 on the Plaza
North Liberty City Hall, 360 N. Main Street, North Liberty, IA 52317
Join us for a free Movie on the Plaza — the first event hosted on the plaza and lawn outside new City Hall! Experience all new emotions along with Riley during a showing of Disney’s 2024 hit Inside Out 2.
Feel free to bring along blankets and lawn chairs for your viewing comfort and your own snacks and non-alcoholic beverages.
SaturdaySeptember1414
SundaySeptember1515
MondaySeptember1616
10:00 am – 11:00 amSocial Hour
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Social Hour
North Liberty Library (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
An hour of socializing. No coffee will be provided at this time.
Recurs weekly
6:00 pm – 8:30 pmClub 24
6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Club 24
North Liberty Community Center, 520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
CLUB 24, named in honor of Iowa’s only Heisman Trophy winner, returns this fall to adults and seniors to socialize over University of Iowa athletics.
During CLUB 24, patrons will watch reruns of the current Iowa sporting events, the Nile Kinnick documentary and hear from guest speakers.
The cost of the program is free.
Recurs weekly
6:30 pm – 8:00 pmLibrary Board of Trustees
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Library Board of Trustees
North Liberty City Hall, 3, Quail Creek Circle, 2 Hwy 965, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
The regular meeting of the North Liberty Library Board of Trustees. The agenda can be found at northlibertyiowa.org/meetings and livestream of the meeting can be found northlibertyiowa.org/live.
Recurs monthly
TuesdaySeptember1717
6:00 pm – 9:00 pmFree Gym Night
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free Gym Night
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.
Recurs monthly
WednesdaySeptember1818
6:30 pm – 8:00 pmBoard of Adjustment
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Board of Adjustment
North Liberty City Hall, 3, Quail Creek Circle, 2 Hwy 965, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
The regular meeting of the North Liberty Board of Adjustment. The agenda can be found at northlibertyiowa.org/meetings and live stream of the meeting can be found at northlibertyiowa.org/live.
Recurs monthly
6:30 pm – 7:30 pmJunior Optimists International
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Junior Optimists International
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St #9797, 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.
North Liberty Baptist Church, 1215 Jordan St # A-5, 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.
Recurs monthly
6:30 pm – 8:00 pmGood Neighbor Book Club
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Good Neighbor Book Club
Ranshaw House, 515 Community Dr, North Liberty, IA, 52317, United States
Join your neighbors, North Liberty Ambassadors and city staff each Thursday, September 19th through October 24th for a community discussion of The Righteous Mind by Jonathan Haidt. Discussions take place Thursday, September 19 & 26th, October 3, 10, 17, and 24th from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Ranshaw House with book distribution September 19th. Register at https://northliberty-ia.whofi.com/calendar/event/5287008
Recurs weekly
FridaySeptember2020
11:30 am – 1:00 pm55+ Connections Lunch
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
55+ Connections Lunch
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).
Recurs weekly
SaturdaySeptember2121
1:00 pm – 5:00 pmFamily Health & Wellness Fair
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Family Health & Wellness Fair
Samuel and Emma A. Ranshaw House, 515 Community Dr, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Join the City of North Liberty and community partners for a fun-filled afternoon with resources and activities for kids and adults. Receive free health screenings, health and wellness education, and community health referrals and visit our pop-up community baby shower booth for maternal and infant health resources, giveaways for new and expecting parents, and cake. Plus, enjoy free samples (and food available for purchase) from local vendors serving international cuisine, kids’ inflatables and more.