Show some love for the Iowa City Farmers Market by casting your vote for a People's Choice award

Friday, August 6, 2021 - 8:45am
Contact: 
Tammy Neumann
Parks and Recreation

The Iowa City Farmers Market is encouraging supporters to participate in America’s 13th annual Farmers Market Celebration , which runs from June 21 to Sept. 19, 2021. Shoppers are encouraged to visit the market on Wednesdays or Saturdays and then visit markets.farmland.org , where they can endorse the market, putting it in the running for national recognition.

"The Iowa City Farmers Market has been a staple in Iowa City for almost 50...

Ribbon-cutting to celebrate the renaming of Creekside to James Alan McPherson Park set for August 5

Thursday, July 29, 2021 - 8:30am
Contact: 
Juli Seydell Johnson
Parks and Recreation

The Iowa City City Council approved the renaming of Creekside Park to James Alan McPherson Park in March 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the newly redesigned park’s ribbon-cutting was delayed. In order to celebrate this important event, the Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting a Party in the Park event from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, August 5 at James Alan McPherson Park, located at 1856 7th Avenue Court.

The event will include a special park sign reveal, ribbon-cutting, music from Cedar County Cobras, yard games and kids crafts. Consultants will also be in...

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Iowa City recreation centers return to regular hours

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 - 9:30am
Contact: 
Brad Barker
Parks and Recreation

Iowa City Parks and Recreation will return to regular full-time hours on Monday, Aug. 2, 2021.

Hours of Operation

Monday - Friday 6:15 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays 6:15 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sundays 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Patrons can access pool hours by visiting icgov.org/Pools . The pool at Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center is expected to reopen in late August 2021.

Registration for fall classes, programs, and events begins at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021. Patrons can register in-person at either Robert A. Lee Community...

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Independence Day schedule of services for Iowa City

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 - 3:30pm
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

City of Iowa City administrative offices and other facilities will be closed Monday, July 5, 2021, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

The City's annual fireworks display will take place at 9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 3, 2021, at the University of Iowa Old Capitol Museum to close out the last day of the Iowa City Jazz Festival, presented by the Summer of the Arts.

Independence Day closures and schedule adjustments:

Airport: The office will be closed, but Jet Air will be open from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., and 24-hour self-...

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Applications now open for the Iowa City Kids Market

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 - 9:30am
Contact: 
Tammy Neumann
Parks and Recreation

It’s back! Our annual Kids Market returns from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 11, 2021.

The Iowa City Farmers Market staff would like to invite kids ages 8 to 18 to participate as a Kid Vendor during our 10th annual Kids Market. The event will take place outside of Chauncey Swan Park, along East Washington Street, between Gilbert and Van Buren streets.

Kids will be allowed to sell items that they have crafted, grown, baked, or produced. Each vendor will be responsible for bringing supplies that they will need to set up a booth, which may include tables and chairs....

All Oakland Cemetery water spigots now available

Thursday, June 17, 2021 - 2:30pm
Contact: 
Russell Buffington
Parks and Recreation

Water access is now available at all spigots in Oakland Cemetery for the season.

Last month, some spigots were temporarily shut down for repair after a waterline break was located. They have now all been fixed.

If you have any questions, please contact Russell Buffington, Cemetery Superintendent, at 319-356-5105.

Washington Street closed from Gilbert to Van Buren June 17 for Juneteenth Block Party

Thursday, June 17, 2021 - 9:00am
Contact: 
Juli Seydell Johnson
Parks and Recreation

East Washington Street from will be closed from South Gilbert Street to South Van Buren Street starting at noon Thursday, June 17, 2021. The street will reopen by late night the same day.

The street is being closed for the Juneteenth Block Party at Chauncey Swan Park, which begins at 5 p.m.

The Washington Street entrance to Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp will not be accessible during this time. The East College Street and East Burlington Street entrances to the ramp will remain open.

For more information about Juneteenth events, visit...

Free Summer Playground Program opens June 21, 2021

Tuesday, June 15, 2021 - 2:30pm
Contact: 
Joyce Carroll
Communications

The Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department's free Playground Program starts Monday, June 21, 2021. The program provides a variety of activities for children completing grades K-6. The program runs Monday - Friday, from June 21 through Aug. 13, 2021.

Parents and Guardians may register children online and on-site for this opportunity to interact with other youth in the community while participating in fun activities, led by trained...

Tree Planting in Mackinaw Village Neighborhood

Tuesday, June 1, 2021 - 3:00pm
Contact: 
Rae Lynn Schepers
Parks and Recreation

The Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department will be planting street trees in the Mackinaw Village Neighborhood located north of Foster Road just west of Dubuque Street. Contractors will start planting the 200+ trees on Friday, June 4, 2021. Planting is expected to be completed by approximately Tuesday, June 15. Please be advised that work can be delayed or shifted depending upon inclement weather.

The Mackinaw Village Neighborhood was identified in the 2016 Tree Inventory as a place in the city that could benefit from additional tree plantings. The project goal is to increase...

Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center reopening

Friday, May 28, 2021 - 2:00pm
Contact: 
Juli Seydell Johnson
Communications

The Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center will reopen with limited use and hours starting Tuesday, June 1, 2021. The phased re-opening will begin with the gymnasium, fitness room, and meeting rooms. Additional amenities are expected to re-open in the fall. Temporary hours are 6:15 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and 7:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays.

A facility pass is required and is free of charge. Passes can be obtained by visiting the information desk upon entry to the recreation center. For full details and helpful information about our recreation centers and...

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