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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.
It’s not officially winter yet, but in Iowa late fall comes with wintry weather. With snow falling, and sticking around, it’s a good time to offer some reminders about snow season, snow emergencies and other snow procedures. Street & Trail…
The North Liberty Youth Council wants to help North Liberty high school students and teachers finish the school year strong. The group is seeking donations of pens and pencils, markers and highlighters, paper, notebooks, folders, new or gently used backpacks…
We are bound together by humanity, a shared need for compassion and support, and we are best able to succeed when doing so together. Ryan Bobst, executive director of the North Liberty Community Pantry, says, “We could not do the…
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:…
Go on a communitywide hunt for a plethora of prizes, with new prizes and clues each Tuesday in November (plus a bonus drop on Black Friday), as part of the Golden Turkey Hunt. The five Ws Who: Anyone and everyone.…
The Housing Trust Fund of Johnson County is currently offering $2,900,000 in funding to support the development and/or rehabilitation of housing provided to qualified households with incomes below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). A minimum of $368,000 is…
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…
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:…
Beginning Tuesday, Nov. 19, 2024, Dubuque Street will be reduced to a single lane with flaggers between Centro Way and Ranshaw Way (Highway 965). The closure by the private contractor is necessary for construction related to the Buck Moon Villas development.…
The Winter 2025 Activity Guide is now available online, covering recreation, aquatic and library programming and events offered January through April 2025. Registration for most recreation programs begins Dec. 2 for North Liberty residents in-person at the Community Center or online.…
The North Liberty Library invites the community to gather for a discussion with transgender advocate, speaker and educator Ben Greene. Greene will present a short introduction to key identities and vocabulary pertaining to the trans community before engaging in a…
The North Liberty Fire Department was dispatched at 4:28 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, to 1010 Rachel St., North Liberty, for a report of a fire alarm. Responding police officers noted the sprinkler system had been activated and there…
It’s always a good time to talk about mental health. Here’s one from the archive where we do just that. The science says it’s important to be good to oneself, but that’s not always easy. Doctor Todd Verhoef, founder 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! Veterans Day Free…
On Friday, Nov. 8, 2024, City of North Liberty staff will begin to drain approximately two feet of water depth from Liberty Centre Pond, 820 W Cherry St., in preparation for erosion control work to be completed by a contractor…
Update: This meeting was held online at 5:30 p.m. on November 19, 2024. Scanlon Family, LLC has submitted a zoning map amendment (rezoning) from ID Interim Development District to RS-6 Single-Unit Residence District and a preliminary subdivision plat on approximately…
Make plans to share your Holiday wishes with Santa, enjoy a hot breakfast from the North Liberty Lions Club, shop at the Holiday Vendor Fair and grab a snack at the Library’s Holiday Cookie Walk. The five Ws Who: You!…
The 2025 Snuggie Crawl presented by McGrath Toyota of Iowa City will be Saturday, Feb. 1, from 7 p.m. to midnight. The City of North Liberty invites establishments interested in participating as a Snuggie Crawl stop to complete a interest form…
On Thursday, Nov. 28, and Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, city facilities will be closed for Thanksgiving. Library The North Liberty Library will be closed Thursday and Friday. Police Administrative offices will be closed, but patrol will operate as normal. Fire…
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! November Writers…
North Liberty Library (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
An hour of socializing. Coffee provided.
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, 360 N. Main Street, North Liberty IA 52317
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.
TuesdayNovember2626
9:00 am – 11:30 pmGolden Turkey Hunt
9:00 am – 11:30 pm
Golden Turkey Hunt
Citywide
At 9 a.m. on each Tuesday in November, we’ll release a clue on our website, via email and on Facebook to lead you to a Golden Turkey Medallion hidden somewhere in North Liberty in a publicly accessible spot. Be the first to puzzle it out, find the medallion and return it to the Recreation Department for a prize package. Happy hunting.
Recurs weekly
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
The regular meeting of the North Liberty City Council, open to the public.
The agenda, when published, can be found at northlibertyiowa.org/meetings.
Most city facilities will be closed or have limited hours.
Recurs yearly
FridayNovember2929
All DayCity Offices Closed
ThursdayNovember28 – FridayNovember29
City Offices Closed
Most city facilities will be closed or have limited hours.
Recurs yearly
9:00 am – 11:30 pmGolden Turkey Hunt
9:00 am – 11:30 pm
Golden Turkey Hunt
Citywide
At 9 a.m. on each Tuesday in November, we’ll release a clue on our website, via email and on Facebook to lead you to a Golden Turkey Medallion hidden somewhere in North Liberty in a publicly accessible spot. Be the first to puzzle it out, find the medallion and return it to the Recreation Department for a prize package. Happy hunting.
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
SaturdayNovember3030
SundayDecember11
MondayDecember22
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. Coffee provided.
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
TuesdayDecember33
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
WednesdayDecember44
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
ThursdayDecember55
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
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
SaturdayDecember77
8:00 am – 12:00 pmBreakfast with Santa
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Breakfast with Santa
North Liberty Community Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, United States)
Visit and capture a photo with Santa (compliments of Sandi Spurrell Photography), meet the Grinch, enjoy a hot meal from the Lions Club, admire a model train and Christmas village and shop the holiday vendor fair next door. Space is limited. Free registration will open one month out from the event on Thursday, Nov. 7.
8:00 am – 12:00 pmHoliday Vendor Fair
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Holiday Vendor Fair
North Liberty Community Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317, United States)
Local crafters, makers and vendors will help you find the perfect gift for everyone on your list.
10:00 am – 5:00 pmWrapping Room
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wrapping Room
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St North Liberty, IA 52317, MR A
Need to get some gift wrapping done away from prying eyes? Use the Wrapping Room! We’ll have tables, tape, scissors, bows, bags, wrapping paper and more ready to go. Or, you can bring your own supplies and just use the space. The room will be available during regular library hours in Meeting Room A.
Recurs daily
SundayDecember88
10:00 am – 5:00 pmWrapping Room
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wrapping Room
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St North Liberty, IA 52317, MR A
Need to get some gift wrapping done away from prying eyes? Use the Wrapping Room! We’ll have tables, tape, scissors, bows, bags, wrapping paper and more ready to go. Or, you can bring your own supplies and just use the space. The room will be available during regular library hours in Meeting Room A.
Recurs daily
MondayDecember99
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. Coffee provided.
Recurs weekly
10:00 am – 5:00 pmWrapping Room
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wrapping Room
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St North Liberty, IA 52317, MR A
Need to get some gift wrapping done away from prying eyes? Use the Wrapping Room! We’ll have tables, tape, scissors, bows, bags, wrapping paper and more ready to go. Or, you can bring your own supplies and just use the space. The room will be available during regular library hours in Meeting Room A.
Recurs daily
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
TuesdayDecember1010
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
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
10:00 am – 5:00 pmWrapping Room
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wrapping Room
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St North Liberty, IA 52317, MR A
Need to get some gift wrapping done away from prying eyes? Use the Wrapping Room! We’ll have tables, tape, scissors, bows, bags, wrapping paper and more ready to go. Or, you can bring your own supplies and just use the space. The room will be available during regular library hours in Meeting Room A.
Recurs daily
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
North Liberty Community Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Come visit the workshop, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate by the fire, send a letter to Santa, join in some activities and get into the holiday spirit with holiday décor and festivities.
Recurs weekly
10:00 am – 5:00 pmWrapping Room
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wrapping Room
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St North Liberty, IA 52317, MR A
Need to get some gift wrapping done away from prying eyes? Use the Wrapping Room! We’ll have tables, tape, scissors, bows, bags, wrapping paper and more ready to go. Or, you can bring your own supplies and just use the space. The room will be available during regular library hours in Meeting Room A.
Recurs daily
12:00 pm – 1:00 pmCommunity Lunch Connection
12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Community Lunch Connection
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 Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Come visit the workshop, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate by the fire, send a letter to Santa, join in some activities and get into the holiday spirit with holiday décor and festivities.
Recurs weekly
10:00 am – 5:00 pmWrapping Room
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wrapping Room
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St North Liberty, IA 52317, MR A
Need to get some gift wrapping done away from prying eyes? Use the Wrapping Room! We’ll have tables, tape, scissors, bows, bags, wrapping paper and more ready to go. Or, you can bring your own supplies and just use the space. The room will be available during regular library hours in Meeting Room A.
Recurs daily
FridayDecember1313
8:00 am – 8:00 pmSanta's Workshop
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Santa's Workshop
North Liberty Community Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Come visit the workshop, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate by the fire, send a letter to Santa, join in some activities and get into the holiday spirit with holiday décor and festivities.
Recurs weekly
10:00 am – 5:00 pmWrapping Room
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wrapping Room
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St North Liberty, IA 52317, MR A
Need to get some gift wrapping done away from prying eyes? Use the Wrapping Room! We’ll have tables, tape, scissors, bows, bags, wrapping paper and more ready to go. Or, you can bring your own supplies and just use the space. The room will be available during regular library hours in Meeting Room A.
Recurs daily
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
SaturdayDecember1414
9:00 am – 5:00 pmSanta's Workshop
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Santa's Workshop
North Liberty Community Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Come visit the workshop, enjoy a cup of hot chocolate by the fire, send a letter to Santa, join in some activities and get into the holiday spirit with holiday décor and festivities.
Recurs weekly
10:00 am – 5:00 pmWrapping Room
10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Wrapping Room
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St North Liberty, IA 52317, MR A
Need to get some gift wrapping done away from prying eyes? Use the Wrapping Room! We’ll have tables, tape, scissors, bows, bags, wrapping paper and more ready to go. Or, you can bring your own supplies and just use the space. The room will be available during regular library hours in Meeting Room A.