Become a Kid Vendor at the Farmers Market - applications now available online

Friday, August 23, 2019 - 9:30am
Contact: 
Tammy Neumann
Communications

The Iowa City Farmers Market is excited to host the ninth annual Kids Market (formerly known as Kids Day) at the Farmers Market.

Kids ages 8 to 18 (younger are allowed with an adult present) are invited to participate as a Kid Vendor from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2019 at the Iowa City Farmers Market, 415 East Washington Street, just across the street from City Hall and north of the Chauncey Swan Ramp.

Participating kids should bring everything they need to set up a booth, which may include tables and chairs. Kids will be responsible for setting up and cleaning...

Sample fresh Farmers Market goods during Taste of Market event

Wednesday, August 21, 2019 - 9:45am
Contact: 
Tammy Neumann
Communications

Enjoy free samples of fresh fruits, vegetables, and baked goods during the annual Taste of Market event on Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019, at the Iowa City Farmers Market. The event will begin at 5 p.m. at the Iowa City Farmers Market in the Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp, across from City Hall on Washington Street.

This event is free and open to all. Samples are donated by Farmers Market vendors and prepared by Farmers Market staff and employees of GreenState Credit Union, who co-sponsor the event with the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department.

Enjoy the tasty treats while...

Rummage in the Ramp sets new records for amount of waste diverted and funds raised

Wednesday, August 21, 2019 - 7:15am
Contact: 
Jane Wilch
Communications

The 13th annual Rummage in the Ramp event diverted more than 32 tons of materials from curbs and dumpsters, setting a new record as more than 800 residents donated their still-usable items.

Rummage in the Ramp is an annual City-sponsored effort that began in 2007 to keep tons of reusable items out of the Iowa City Landfill, while providing items to those who need them when leases changeover at the end of July. This work dramatically reduces the amount of goods that go to the Landfill, a sustainability goal that serves as a vital part of the City's...

Party in the Park at Riverfront Crossings Park

Tuesday, August 20, 2019 - 2:15pm
Contact: 
Joyce Carroll
Communications

Connect with friends, family, and neighbors at the Riverfront Crossings Park Party in the Park from 6:30 - 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 22, 2019.

During this free event, the Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre will perform at 6:30 p.m., with live music provided by The Remains beginning at 7 p.m.

Take a Kid Outdoors will be on hand to help kids get in touch with nature. Explore Ralston Creek with bug nets to look for insects and frogs. Take a hike and enjoy a scavenger hunt. Plus, there will be free butterfly posters and stickers.

The Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department...

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Back to school safety reminders from the ICPD

Tuesday, August 20, 2019 - 12:00pm
Contact: 
Derek Frank
Communications

With the start of a new school year approaching, the Iowa City Police Department is offering some safety reminders for students traveling to and from school. Make it a safe school year and follow the tips below.

Walking to school Parents should walk or bike the route prior to school starting: look for any possible hazards and identify a safe place for your child to go if they need help Stop, look, and listen before crossing the street Always cross at the crosswalk and obey traffic signals Stay on the sidewalk or bike path, do not use the street Do not take short cuts or cross between...

Public input sought for new playgrounds at Fairmeadows and Wetherby Parks

Tuesday, August 20, 2019 - 9:00am
Contact: 
Juli Seydell Johnson
Communications

The City of Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department is seeking the public's input on replacement playgrounds and shelters at two Iowa City parks. All proposed upgrades meet ADA requirements while improving access to primary park amenities. These year 2020 projects follow the recommendations of the 2017 Iowa City Park Master Plan. Comments on the proposed designs will be accepted through paper or online form below until Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2019.

Fairmeadows Park Playground and Shelter Photo of the current playground equipment at Fairmeadows Park.

The Fairmeadows Park picnic...

Video Update: Climate Crisis Declaration, Monarch Festival, and more

Monday, August 19, 2019 - 7:15am
Contact: 
Jack Brooks
Communications

Iowa City Update is a weekly video featuring City of Iowa City projects, programs and events. Topics this week include details on updated goals for the City’s Climate Action Plan, the Iowa City Monarch Festival, and more. Click the image below to watch Iowa City Update .

Iowa City Update: Climate Crisis Declaration Climate Crisis Declaration

With the declaration of a climate crisis, learn about the City’s new...

Registration for fall Parks and Recreation activities now open

Friday, August 16, 2019 - 11:30am
Contact: 
Brad Barker
Parks and Recreation

Registration is now open for fall activities as part of the Parks and Recreation Fall Activity Guide .

All registrations can be done online through the City's website . The fall activity guide can also be found online. Hardcopies of the fall activity guide be found at several Iowa City locations:

Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center, 220 South Gilbert Street Mercer Aquatic...

City approves five-year deer management plan; read resolution here

Thursday, August 15, 2019 - 3:00pm
Contact: 
Derek Frank

At the Tuesday, Aug. 6, 2019 City Council meeting, the Council approved a five-year plan to help manage the deer population in Iowa City.

The full resolution can be read online. The plan calls for one season of sharpshooting of deer by White Buffalo Incorporated, between Dec. 1, 2019 and March 31, 2020. The following four years will be public bow hunts for deer. The bow hunt seasons will be at a minimum of 30 days long. The exact times and...

Draft of the Iowa City Public Art Strategic Plan available online for public's input

Wednesday, August 14, 2019 - 2:00pm
Iowa City Public Art Strategic Plan

A draft of the Iowa City Public Art Strategic Plan is available online, and the City is seeking the public's input to shape the plan.

The text-only draft can be found online at the Public Art Strategic Plan's website . A graphically formatted document will be evolving throughout the review process and will be...

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