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by Maeve — January 30, 2019

Yep, that's right. That sound you heard was a 'COOL' weather phenomenon also called a cold boom. Technically, it is known as a...

by Angie — January 29, 2019

The extreme cold and school cancellations can add strain to our local families. Here is list of food resources in Iowa City and Iowa City...

by Morgan — January 28, 2019

It's awards season in library land. I look forward to this day each year, as I love predicting which titles will win which awards. The ALA...

by Casey — January 25, 2019

I would like to thank everyone who has taken the time to read all about the Mock Awards cycle at ICPL, and everyone who cast a vote in this...

by Morgan — January 23, 2019

This is the last Mock Newbery post and your last chance to vote on the whole nominee list. These two stories deal with bullying and the...

by Casey — January 18, 2019

The last of ICPL's 2019 Mock Caldecott titles is "Stop that Yawn" , written by Caron Levis and illustrated by LeUyen Pham . From the outset...

by Morgan — January 16, 2019

Mock Newbery round four is here! Today brings us to two titles that explore slavery and bravery. Aisha Saeed's " Amal Unbound " shines a...

by Kara — January 15, 2019

Our community LOVES the Library! I'm looking at the report of use of the Library between July 1 and December 31, 2018 and it's amazing to...

by Meredith — January 14, 2019

The Iowa City Public Library Bookmobile will not be in service on Monday, January 21. The Downtown Library will be open from 10 a.m. to 6 p...

by Jason — January 11, 2019

Due to the federal government shutdown and tax code changes enacted last year, we are not sure what to expect with regards to receiving our...