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.
Stories of People Working Here
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.
Today, the Enhance Iowa Board awarded a $900,000 Community Attraction and Tourism grant to a North Liberty’s Next Stage project. The award is contingent on raising $100,000 in the next 90 days. Gifts can be made through the Community Foundation…
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. Older Driver Safety Week December 4th-8th is Older Driver Safety Awareness Week. Between 2012…
On Monday, Dec. 25, Tuesday, Dec. 26, Friday, Dec. 29, 2023, and Monday, Jan. 1, 2024, the city’s offices, including City Hall at 3 Quail Creek Circle, will be closed for the holidays. Other services and facilities will be closed…
It can be difficult to know whether a challenging behavior is an indicator of some deeper lying condition or just a phase that might eventually be grown out of. Speech therapist and therapy manager, Caitlin Thornburg, says that at Sensory…
The Washington County Riverboat Foundation awarded a $500,000 grant to the Building North Liberty’s Next Stage capital campaign. The award, through the City of North Liberty’s philanthropic partners for the campaign at the Community Foundation of Johnson County, will help…
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 Friday Lunch Friday, December 1 11:30 AM North Liberty Rec Center – Classrooms…
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. NORTH LIBERTY COMMUNITY CENTER CLOSED ON NOVEMBER 23RD AND 24TH. Both the Library and Rec…
The North Liberty Youth Council would like to gain insight into what the youth of North Liberty are impacted by and care about. If you are a junior high or high school student, please fill out our short survey to…
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. Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) What is LIHEAP? LIHEAP is a federally-funded program designed…
Stormwater — primarily meaning rain — and how we deal with it is something North Liberty staff thinks a lot about, even on sunny days. North Liberty’s relatively high water table coupled with its relative flatness means stormwater can cause…
Beginning Monday, Nov. 13, 2023, the trail along Kansas Avenue will be closed at the Steindler Orthopedic construction site. The closure is expected to last through Nov. 17. The closure is necessary to allow crews to connect to municipal utilities.…
Getting into higher education has its own learning curve and is especially challenging when going it alone. For young people who would be the first in their families to attend college, or generally just benefit from some extra guidance toward…
Herky on Parade, the wildly popular public art project from 2004 and 2014, returns in spring 2024 with a new pose. Think Iowa City is currently seeking local and regional artists to submit designs to bring the new 75 sculptures…
Update: fall curbside leaf collection has been extended by two weeks and will run through Dec. 1, 2023. Leaves to be collected must be at the curb by 7 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 1. This service is free and weather…
The Winter 2024 Activity Guide is now available online, covering recreation, aquatic and library programming and events offered January through April 2024. Registration for most recreation programs begins Dec. 4 for North Liberty residents in-person at the Community Center or online.…
On Sunday, Nov. 12, 2023, the University of Iowa women’s wrestling team is set to host the only other NCAA Division 1 women’s wrestling teams, and we’ve got some free tickets to give away so North Liberty residents can be…
Recently, North Liberty’s Well 8, located at 920 W Zeller St., was manually scrubbed and treated for repair and maintenance. Before the well can be returned to service producing water for our municipal system, the remaining liquid needs to be…
The Parks and Recreation Commission will have an vacancy to fill the remainder of a term that ends on June 30, 2025. The Mayor and City Council will appoint a volunteer to fill this opening after the closing of applications…
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. Community Wide Treasure Hunt – Golden Turkey Tuesdays in November and Friday the 24th City…
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
Monday November 2727
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
9:00 am – 11:30 am
Club 24
Club 24
9:00 am – 11:30 am
North Liberty Community Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Named in honor of Heisman Trophy winner and Iowa Hawkeye Nile Kinnick, Club 24 is an opportunity for seniors to socialize while watching the most recent Iowa game and Hawkeye guests speakers. Sit back, relax, and watch and discuss the game over coffee and snacks. Participants can sign up weekly by calling (319) 626-5716, visiting the Rec Center front desk or registering online. Bluebird Café cinnamon rolls are available for $6.
Recurs weekly
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Social Hour
Social Hour
10:00 am – 11:00 am
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St #9797, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
An hour of socializing. No coffee will be provided at this time.
Recurs weekly
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
UAY Teen Art & Music
UAY Teen Art & Music
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Samuel and Emma A. Ranshaw House, 515 Community Dr, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
United Action for Youth hosts free art and music workshops. Make art, record music or hangout with friends. Open to all junior high and high school students. Reach out to Kylie at UAY with questions at [email protected].
Recurs weekly
Tuesday November 2828
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
Golden Turkey Hunt
Golden Turkey Hunt
Citywide
Use a set of clues to locate four golden turkeys hidden around North Liberty. Each Tuesday in November, a new turkey will be hidden, and new clue will drop. All turkeys will be on public land. Find a turkey and win a prize package which will include items like a free Black & Gold Family Annual Pass and Beat the Bitter swag. Open to everyone.
Recurs weekly
Wednesday November 2929
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Senior Center Programs
Senior Center Programs
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Samuel and Emma A. Ranshaw House, 515 Community Dr, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Senior Center programs in North Liberty
Thanks to grant support from the City of North Liberty in 2023-2024, the Iowa City Senior Center is able to provide programs and services for older adults in North Liberty, plus discounted Senior Center membership for North Liberty residents. For more information, call 319-356-5220.
Death Café
Wednesdays, 12:00-1:00 pm
A Death Café is a safe place for people to talk about death in order to make the most of life. New people are encouraged to join anytime. This is not a bereavement support group or grief counseling session. For more information on the purpose of this group, visit deathcafe.com. This is open to people of all ages; no membership or registration required.
Practical Planning for End of Life
Wednesdays, 1:00-2:00 pm
This discussion group will answer general questions about end of-life planning. We will also cover a specific topic each week in our discussion, such as starting an end-of-life conversation with important people in my life, burial options, designing a death plan, responding to a diagnosis of a terminal disease, and creating my celebration of life (religious, spiritual or otherwise!).
Caregiving Support Group
Wednesdays, 2:00-3:00 pm
Hybrid (attend in-person at the Ranshaw House or on Zoom) Register online or call 319-356-5220 to receive Zoom link
This ongoing, drop-in group will provide a space for sharing experiences about caregiving and sharing resources and support related to caregiving, with a focus on self-care. Each meeting will begin with a meditation about self-care and open sharing will be integrated with learning various self-care practices and discussion. While the topic of grief may come up, this is not a grief support group. People may attend regularly, or as they are able. This is a hybrid group, so participation via zoom is an option. Outside of the group, individual meetings with the facilitator will be available to assess and refer to outside resources available in the community for caregiving and self-care.
ICSC Services Available in North Liberty
Make an appointment at icgov.org/icsc-services or call 319-356-5220.
Advance Health Care Planning
We can’t predict when a sudden illness or injury could leave us unable to communicate or make decisions. Who would know what kind of medical treatment you want or don’t want? Honoring Your Wishes is a communitywide program that helps you reflect, share, and document your health care preferences (before a crisis) to ensure your family, friends, and health care team know what’s important to you and your wishes are honored. Certified facilitators will guide you through these conversations and help you create or update a written health care directive.
Caregiver Information and Referral
Help for those seeking individualized information, referral, and support beyond the Caregiving Support Group.
SHIIP Medicare Counseling
Senior Health Insurance Information Program (SHIIP) is a free, objective and confidential service offered through the state of Iowa to help people sort through confusing information about Medicare and health insurance. SHIIP’s trained, certified volunteer counselors assist thousands of Iowans annually, helping them save millions of dollars. ICSC’s volunteer SHIIP counselors answer your questions and give you one-on-one help. Appointments are offered in Iowa City, North Liberty, and via Zoom or phone.
Recurs weekly
Thursday November 3030
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
Friday December 11
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
55+ Connections Lunch
55+ Connections Lunch
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
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
Saturday December 22
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Breakfast With Santa
Breakfast With Santa
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
North Liberty Community Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
For infants to 10 years old. Registration limited to 500. Register early to visit with Santa, eat a hot meal from Lions Club and enjoy photos by Sandi Spurrell.
North Liberty Community Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Like to holiday shop? Local vendors will have items on display and available to purchase.
(Interested in vending? Contact Matt Meseck at [email protected] or call (319) 626-5716.)
Sunday December 33
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
Monday December 44
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
9:00 am – 11:30 am
Club 24
Club 24
9:00 am – 11:30 am
North Liberty Community Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Named in honor of Heisman Trophy winner and Iowa Hawkeye Nile Kinnick, Club 24 is an opportunity for seniors to socialize while watching the most recent Iowa game and Hawkeye guests speakers. Sit back, relax, and watch and discuss the game over coffee and snacks. Participants can sign up weekly by calling (319) 626-5716, visiting the Rec Center front desk or registering online. Bluebird Café cinnamon rolls are available for $6.
Recurs weekly
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Social Hour
Social Hour
10:00 am – 11:00 am
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St #9797, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
An hour of socializing. No coffee will be provided at this time.
Recurs weekly
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
UAY Teen Art & Music
UAY Teen Art & Music
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Samuel and Emma A. Ranshaw House, 515 Community Dr, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
United Action for Youth hosts free art and music workshops. Make art, record music or hangout with friends. Open to all junior high and high school students. Reach out to Kylie at UAY with questions at [email protected].
Recurs weekly
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Junior Optimists International
Junior Optimists International
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
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
Tuesday December 55
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Free Gym Night
Free Gym Night
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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
Wednesday December 66
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
Thursday December 77
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Parks and Recreation Commission
Parks and Recreation Commission
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
North Liberty City Hall, 3, Quail Creek Circle, 2 Hwy 965, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Recurs monthly
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Parks and Recreation Commission
Parks and Recreation Commission
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
North Liberty City Hall, 3, Quail Creek Circle, 2 Hwy 965, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
The regular meeting of the North Liberty Parks and Recreation 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
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Parks and Recreation Commission
Parks and Recreation Commission
7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
North Liberty City Hall, 3, Quail Creek Circle, 2 Hwy 965, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Recurs monthly
Friday December 88
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
55+ Connections Lunch
55+ Connections Lunch
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
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 pm
Free Gym Night
Free Gym Night
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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
Saturday December 99
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
Sunday December 1010
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
Monday December 1111
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Santa’s Workshop
Santa’s Workshop
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
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
9:00 am – 11:30 am
Club 24
Club 24
9:00 am – 11:30 am
North Liberty Community Center (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Named in honor of Heisman Trophy winner and Iowa Hawkeye Nile Kinnick, Club 24 is an opportunity for seniors to socialize while watching the most recent Iowa game and Hawkeye guests speakers. Sit back, relax, and watch and discuss the game over coffee and snacks. Participants can sign up weekly by calling (319) 626-5716, visiting the Rec Center front desk or registering online. Bluebird Café cinnamon rolls are available for $6.
Recurs weekly
10:00 am – 11:00 am
Social Hour
Social Hour
10:00 am – 11:00 am
North Liberty Library, 520 W Cherry St #9797, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
An hour of socializing. No coffee will be provided at this time.
Recurs weekly
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
UAY Teen Art & Music
UAY Teen Art & Music
4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Samuel and Emma A. Ranshaw House, 515 Community Dr, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
United Action for Youth hosts free art and music workshops. Make art, record music or hangout with friends. Open to all junior high and high school students. Reach out to Kylie at UAY with questions at [email protected].
Recurs weekly
Tuesday December 1212
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Santa’s Workshop
Santa’s Workshop
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
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
9:30 am – 4:00 pm
WIC Clinic
WIC Clinic
9:30 am – 4:00 pm
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
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
City Council
City Council
6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
North Liberty City Council Chambers, 1 Quail Creek Circle, North Liberty IA 52317
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Santa’s Workshop
Santa’s Workshop
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
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.
North Liberty Library (520 W Cherry St, North Liberty, IA 52317)
Drop in anytime to celebrate Taylor’s birthday! Kids are invited to come in their best Swiftie-inspired outfit for a dance party, bracelet making, photo ops, sweet treats, and more.
Thursday December 1414
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Santa’s Workshop
Santa’s Workshop
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
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
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Film Screening: King in the Wilderness
Film Screening: King in the Wilderness
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Ranshaw House, 515 Community Dr, North Liberty, IA 52317, USA
Join us at the Ranshaw House for a free screening of the acclaimed 2018 documentary King in the Wilderness.
Directed by filmmaker Peter Kunhardt, King in the Wilderness chronicles the final chapters of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s life, revealing a conflicted leader who faced an onslaught of criticism from across the political spectrum. Drawing on conversations with those who knew Dr. King well, the film reveals stirring new perspectives on Dr. King’s character, his radical doctrine of nonviolence and his internal philosophical struggles prior to his assassination. From the passage of the Voting Rights Act in 1965 to his assassination in 1968, Dr. King remained unshakably committed to nonviolence in the face of an increasingly unstable country.
This screening is free and open to all. No registration is required.
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.
Friday December 1515
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Santa’s Workshop
Santa’s Workshop
8:00 am – 8:00 pm
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
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
55+ Connections Lunch
55+ Connections Lunch
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
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
Saturday December 1616
All Day
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Elf on the Shelf Scavenger Hunt
Pick up a free elf hunt guide at the Recreation Center front desk, visit businesses, find elves and get friendly employees to stamp guide from Nov. 24 to Dec. 23. Once all locations are visited and stamped, return the guide to Rec Center to be rewarded with prize from a grateful Santa Claus. Please take time while hunting for elves to support each participating business.
Participating businesses:
365 Nutrition
City Tractor
DiVentures
El Azul Mexican Market
Flip Salon & Spa
Geek City Games and Comics
Heart to Heart Bridal
Heyn’s Ice Cream
Java House
Leash on Life
North Liberty Ace Hardware
North Liberty Library
North Liberty Flower Shop
Smash Juice Bar & Eatery
Sugar Bottom Bikes
We Run
Recurs daily
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Santa’s Workshop
Santa’s Workshop
9:00 am – 5:00 pm
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.