Attend the Engage Your Brain Fair at the Iowa City Senior Center

Friday, April 27, 2018 - 8:15am
Contact: 
Michelle Buhman
Senior Center

Join the Iowa City Senior Center for the Engage Your Brain Fair from 2 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 2, 2018, at The Center, 28 S. Linn St.

There is no cost to attend this interactive, hands-on experience that provides a clear vision of what it takes to become brain healthy. Activities will represent all three dimensions of brain health - body, mind, and spirit - and will connect participants with cognitive activities that they enjoy and can pursue on their own.

Features include Food For Thought with a Hy-Vee Dietitian, Juggling, "Ask the Expert" with a retired professor of...

Coffee and Canvas fundraiser.

Sip coffee, paint canvas while supporting The Senior Center in Iowa CIty

Wednesday, April 11, 2018 - 11:15am
Contact: 
Michelle Buhman
Senior Center

Calling all art enthusiasts! Whether you’ve never picked up a paint brush, or are the modern-day Picasso, this is the perfect event for you.

Coffee & Canvas, a fundraiser benefiting Friends of The Center, will happen from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 28, 2018, at the Senior Center, 28 S. Linn St. This event will feature a professional paint lesson by the talented Jo Myers-Walker, a silent art auction, as well as coffee and delicious local treats.

Myers-Walker has a large fan base in the Iowa City area and has gained credibility after 40 years of teaching...

A flyer promoting My Very Own Book Drive

Help kids in the Iowa City community: donate books to local drive

Friday, April 6, 2018 - 8:30am
Contact: 
Michelle Buhman
Communications

The City of Iowa City is helping collect children's books for a community book drive led by the United Way of Johnson and Washington Counties.

The community is invited to participate in My Very Own Book Drive, by bringing new and gently used books to the Iowa City Senior Center, 28 S. Linn St.

The goal of the drive is to collect 6,000 books during the month of April for children enrolled in Pre-K through Sixth Grade. Last year, the Iowa City community collected more than 5,200 books.

"Let a child know someone cares about their success. Working together, we can make...

A graphic showing that Iowa City will be closed on Presidents Day Monday, Feb. 19, 2018.

City of Iowa City Presidents Day Holiday Schedule 2018

Friday, February 9, 2018 - 10:30am
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

City Hall administrative offices in Iowa City will be closed Monday, Feb. 19, 2018, in observance of Presidents Day. The following schedules will be in effect for other City facilities on the holiday:

Airport : Office closed. Jet Air (FBO) will operate regular hours. Details at icgov.org/airportinfo. Animal Care and Adoption Center : Closed Landfill and Recycling Center : Closed Library : Closes at 6 p.m.

Oakland Cemetery : Closed Parking : Normal operations. Details at...

A graphic promoting MLK holiday closures.

City of Iowa City Closures announced for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Thursday, January 11, 2018 - 10:30am
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

Administrative offices at City Hall will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15, 2018, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. The City is partnering with several local organizations to host a series of events to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King. To learn more, visit www.icgov.org/mlk2018 .

Offices or facilities that will be closed or will operate on a revised schedule include:

Airport : Office will be closed, but Jet Air (FBO) will be open regular business hours. Details at...

A graphic showing winter closures in Iowa City.

City of Iowa City Holiday schedule and closures announced

Friday, December 15, 2017 - 9:15am
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

City Hall administrative offices in Iowa City will be closed Monday, Dec. 25, Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2017, and Monday, Jan 1, 2018, for the winter holidays.

The following schedules will be in effect for other City facilities during the holidays:

Airport: Office closed Dec. 25, 2017 - Jan. 1, 2018. Jet Air (FBO) will be closed Dec.25, but will be available for a fee by calling 319-248-1200. It will be available regular hours the other days.

Animal Care and Adoption Center: Closed Dec. 25, 26 and Jan. 1. Landfill and Recycling...

An image promoting free bus rides for veterans in Iowa City.

Veterans Day schedule announced for City of Iowa City

Monday, November 6, 2017 - 9:30am
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

Administrative offices at City Hall will be closed on Friday, Nov. 10, 2017, to commemorate Veterans Day, which is Saturday, Nov. 11.

To honor those who have served, Iowa City Transit is offering complimentary rides to veterans and their families on Veteran's Day, Saturday. Riders are asked to show a military ID or other identification indicating veteran status.

Other office closures and schedule changes for Friday, Nov. 10 include:

Airport : Administration office closed, but Jet Air will be open.

Cemetery : The office at...

Employees volunteering to rake leafs as part of the Leaf it to Us program.

"Leaf It To Us!" fall volunteer raking event seeks recipients

Tuesday, September 26, 2017 - 11:00am
Contact: 
Michelle Buhman
Senior Center

Iowa City seniors and others who cannot, or should not, rake for themselves are encouraged to sign-up for a program that will tackle the task for them.

The annual City of Iowa City employee leaf-raking event called "Leaf It to Us!" is seeking recipients. Volunteers will rake and pile leaves at the curb for pick-up from 9 a.m. to noon, on Saturday, Oct. 21, 2017. The event is being coordinated by the City's Employee Wellness Committee,

If you are an Iowa City resident and want to sign-up for the assistance, contact the Senior Center at 319-356-5220 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m...

An image of The Center

All invited to speed ‘friendshipping' a twist on speed dating at The Center

Wednesday, September 20, 2017 - 9:30am
Senior Center

Adults of all ages are invited for an afternoon of speed “friendshipping” from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 26, 2017, at The Center, 28 S. Linn St., Iowa City.

Although the event will use the speed dating format, it is meant for finding friends instead of dates. This is an opportunity for participants to meet and chat with people of all ages, have fun, and potentially take the first step in creating new and lasting relationships.

The event will start with a group ice breaker activity, shift to one-on-one conversations, and wrap up with socializing and snacks from a...

City Park pool

Cool off at several City facilities during excessive heat

Thursday, July 20, 2017 - 4:15pm
Contact: 
Shannon McMahon
Communications

Beat the heat – enjoy one of Iowa City’s many public spaces to cool off and stay active.

Hot and humid weather with heat index values over 100 degrees are forecast to remain in the Iowa City area through Saturday, July 22, 2017. The City of Iowa City reminds residents and visitors that several City facilities are available for the public to enjoy while staying cool.

Recreation Centers

Our two recreation centers offer air-conditioned space and a variety of indoor recreational opportunities. Note that open gym time is limited due to summer programming. Both...

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