Category: City Slate

Don’t miss the family musical, The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System, on Sunday, Feb. 16
Join Ms. Frizzle and her class as they find their way across the galaxy while learning as much about teamwork as they do about the solar system in a live, one-hour performance. TheatreWorksUSA’s family musical, The Magic School Bus: Lost in the Solar System, is based on the popular book series published by Scholastic. The…
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Say Hello to 2025 on Jan. 3
Join us in the North Liberty Community Center gym for an exciting evening filled with fun, games and festive cheer as we welcome the New Year. Enjoy carnival games, bounce houses, treats, a balloon drop and more. The five Ws Who: Young children and their caregivers What: Open house of activities, dancing, a balloon drop…
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Communitywide Treasure Hunt All November Long
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. What: Weekly clues lead to hidden medallions unlocking treasure troves. Where: On public property somewhere…
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Kick Off the Holiday Season with Breakfast with Santa and the Holiday Vendor Fair on Dec. 7
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! This event is free to attend. Children should be accompanied by an adult. What: Enjoy…
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Follow the Halloween Trail on Oct. 11
Trick-or-Treat around Liberty Centre Pond and hunt up some fun on a Halloween Trail. Costumes, as always, are encouraged. The five Ws Who: You! A free, all-ages event. What: Trick-or-treat your way around Liberty Centre Pond with friendly ghosts for a self-guided family outing. Where: Liberty Centre Pond When: 10 to 11 a.m. and 6:30…
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Watch Inside Out 2 on the Plaza September 13
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 Inside Out 2. The five Ws Who: You! Free and no tickets needed What: Screening…
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We’re Throwing a Street Dance on August 17
We’re closing down Dubuque Street for a community block party with live music, dancing, beverages, food trucks and games. Here’s all you need to know. The five Ws Who: You! While the Street Dance is open to all ages and is family-friendly, the programming is not family-focused. What: An evening of dancing, food and music.…
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Celebrate National Night Out in Penn Meadows Park on August 6
On Tuesday, Aug. 6, join city staff in celebrating the nationwide community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live. The five Ws Who: First Responders & YOU! What: National Night Out Where: The north side of Penn Meadows Park, 355 E Penn St. When:…
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Blues & BBQ, a Summer Staple, Returns on July 13
North Liberty’s summer tradition in Centennial Park is July 13, 2024, the 16th year of Blues & BBQ presented by Veridian Credit Union. Here’s everything you need to know, but there’s even more at northlibertyblues.org. The five Ws Who: You, and everyone you know. What: A day of music, food and fun for everyone, with…
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Swim with Princesses July 21 at the Outdoor Pool
Register for a free special swimming event with a island and mermaid princesses at the North Liberty’s outdoor pool. The five Ws Who: Children and their caregivers. What: A magical experience with your favorite island and sea princesses. Where: North Liberty Aquatic Center Outdoor Pool, 520 W Cherry St. When: Sunday, June 21, from 6…
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