About the City of West Liberty, Iowa
West Liberty is a resource-rich city with a diverse population and a small-town feel. Our location provides easy access to Interstate 80, Muscatine, Iowa and the Mississippi River, and Iowa City, with the University of Iowa. The community is strong in volunteerism, supportive of education and has a progressive view for the future of our town.
- May 26, 2019
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- May 27, 2019
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- June 6, 2019
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Morning Book Club: Something in the Water
June 6, 2019 9:30 am - 10:30 am
West Liberty, IA 52776, USASomething in the Water by Catherine Steadman is the next book that we will be reading at the morning book club. Erin is a documentary filmmaker on the brink of a professional breakthrough, Mark a handsome investment banker with big plans. Passionately in love, they embark on a dream honeymoon to the tropical island of Bora Bora, where they enjoy the sun, the sand, and each other. Then, while scuba diving in the crystal blue sea, they find something in the water. . . .Find out what is in the water and the choices that the newly weds are forced to make upon the discovery. Join us!
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- June 10, 2019
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Literary Journey Field Trip
June 10, 2019 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Are you bookish? Join staff from West Liberty Public Library and visit Iowa City, the UNESCO City of Literature. We will be stopping by the Walt Whitman Exhibit at the University of Iowa’s Main Library showcasing works and other oddities by the writer. Included in the tour is a sneak peak into the archives of Specials Collections showcasing their artists books, medieval manuscripts, science fiction materials and much more. We will also enjoy a literary walking tour put together by the City of Literature staff and discover some of meaningful locations that have shaped Iowa City’s rich writing history. To cap off our visit we’ll relax and discuss what we saw at one of Iowa City’s downtown restaurants. Lunch cost not provided.
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- June 11, 2019
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Evening Book Club: Prince and the Dressmaker
June 11, 2019 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
West Liberty Public Library, 400 N Spencer St, West Liberty, IA 52776, USAThe Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang
Join us to discuss this graphic novel by Jen Wang, a writer and illustrator who has contributed to other graphic novels: Flight volumes 1 & 2, Koko be Good, and In Real Life. The Prince and the Dressmaker is her newest novel. Prince Sebastian is looking for a bride or rather, his parents are looking for one for him. Sebastian is too busy hiding his secret life from everyone. At night he puts on daring dresses and takes Paris by storm as the fabulous Lady Crystallia. Sebastian’s secret weapon (and best friend) is the brilliant dressmaker Frances’ one of only two people who know the truth. How long can Frances defer her dreams to protect a friend?
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- June 14, 2019
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Betty Akers Creative Class: Star Garland
June 14, 2019 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This year's summer reading program theme is a Universe of Stories so this summer all of our crafts will be star and space related. Create a cute, rustic star garland out of paper, wooden beads, and string to decorate your mantel, a kitchen window, or hold onto it for Christmas time! Cost is $15 and only 10 slots available. Please register ahead of time at https://wlpl.org/creativeclasses
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- June 17, 2019
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Star Lab Training is with Robert Reppert
June 17, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Cedar County Conservation Board, 713 E South St, Tipton, IA 52772
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- June 20, 2019
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- June 25, 2019
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