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Teens! Bring nothing but your love of manga, anime, or manhwa on Monday, Nov. 2, from 5 to 6 p.m.! Share top picks, make art, eat snacks, and watch some anime. ow.ly/Za1U5101OZm
Iowa City Public Library. Anime, Manga and Manhwa for Teens. 5 to 6 p.m. First and third Mondays of the month!

ALT Iowa City Public Library. Anime, Manga and Manhwa for Teens. 5 to 6 p.m. First and third Mondays of the month!

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Adult Services Librarian Brian recommends “Star Wars: Edge of the Abyss (Reign of the Empire)” by Rebecca Roanhorse. “Even more than the first book, ‘Edge of the Abyss’ feels like the prequel to ‘Andor’ that we deserve!” writes Brian. Check it out: ow.ly/jpRJ5101Igv
Adult Services Librarian Brian recommends “Star Wars: Edge of the Abyss (Reign of the Empire)” by Rebecca Roanhorse. Check it out from the Iowa City Public Library.

ALT Adult Services Librarian Brian recommends “Star Wars: Edge of the Abyss (Reign of the Empire)” by Rebecca Roanhorse. Check it out from the Iowa City Public Library.

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Teens! Join us Thursdays through the end of December for writing and study nights! Writers are invited to hang out with Adam from 1-Week Critique from 4 to 5 p.m. Study hangouts are from 5 to 8 p.m.! Snacks will be available! ow.ly/gfvC5101OWF
Writing & Study Nights at ICPL for Teens. Thursdays in the Koza Family Teen Center. 4 to 5 p.m. Writing Hangout. 5 to 8 p.m. Study Hangout. 1WC 1-Week Critique. Iowa City Public Library.

ALT Writing & Study Nights at ICPL for Teens. Thursdays in the Koza Family Teen Center. 4 to 5 p.m. Writing Hangout. 5 to 8 p.m. Study Hangout. 1WC 1-Week Critique. Iowa City Public Library.

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Join us for a special in-person edition of Let's Talk Books on Thursday, Nov. 5, from 6:30 to 8 p.m.! Share your favorite books about US history. Bring a few titles (or just show up to listen), enjoy a wide-ranging conversation, and leave with new titles. ow.ly/MAZi5101O5X
Let's Talk Books: U.S. History. In-Person! Thursday, Nov. 5. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Meeting Room A. Registration required. icpl.org/calendar. Iowa City Public Library. *Register at icpl.org/calendar to receive a confirmation email. You'll also get a reminder email a few days before the event. Everyone is welcome! Books featured: "Driving the Green Book," "A People's History of the United States"

ALT Let's Talk Books: U.S. History. In-Person! Thursday, Nov. 5. 6:30 to 8 p.m. Meeting Room A. Registration required. icpl.org/calendar. Iowa City Public Library. *Register at icpl.org/calendar to receive a confirmation email. You'll also get a reminder email a few days before the event. Everyone is welcome! Books featured: "Driving the Green Book," "A People's History of the United States"

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Adult Services Librarian Brian recommends fantasy “The Strength of the Few” by James Islington. “I feel like a crazy person when I'm describing this book, but it's SO GOOD!” writes Brian. “Bring on the next book!” Check it out: ow.ly/5GTm5101Ies
Adult Services Librarian Brian recommends fantasy “The Strength of the Few” by James Islington. Check it out from the Iowa City Public Library.

ALT Adult Services Librarian Brian recommends fantasy “The Strength of the Few” by James Islington. Check it out from the Iowa City Public Library.

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On Tuesday, ICPL teens and community members celebrated Día de Muertos with art, stories, and food. We prepared the community ofrenda, worked on sugar skull piñatas, played lotería, and enjoyed some Pan de Muerto and tamales!
Community ofrenda on the second floor of the Iowa City Public Library, featuring photos of relatives and celebrities that have passed, flowers, and skulls.

ALT Community ofrenda on the second floor of the Iowa City Public Library, featuring photos of relatives and celebrities that have passed, flowers, and skulls.

ICPL teens and staff play loteria in the ICPL Koza Family Teen Center.

ALT ICPL teens and staff play loteria in the ICPL Koza Family Teen Center.

Two patrons play loteria in the Koza Family Teen Center.

ALT Two patrons play loteria in the Koza Family Teen Center.

Two patrons hold plates of food in the Koza Family Teen Center.

ALT Two patrons hold plates of food in the Koza Family Teen Center.

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Do you love vintage photos? Want to see your neighborhood through the ages? Access hundreds of Iowa City and rural Johnson County records through the Library's Digital History Project. Here's a taste of what you can find in the archives! history.icpl.org/
Digital History Project. Iowa City Public Library.

ALT Digital History Project. Iowa City Public Library.

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Teens! Gear up for trick-or-treating and costume parties by joining us for a spectacularly silly spooky showing of "Clue" (1985) on Saturday, Oct. 31, from 3 to 5 p.m.! We will watch the game-inspired classic starring the late Tim Curry while snacking and guessing "who dunnit."
Halloween for Teens at ICPL. Clue. The Movie. Saturday, Oct. 31. 3 to 5 p.m. Koza Family Teen Center. Iowa City Public Library.

ALT Halloween for Teens at ICPL. Clue. The Movie. Saturday, Oct. 31. 3 to 5 p.m. Koza Family Teen Center. Iowa City Public Library.

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Join us for StoryJAM and Iowa City Songwriters Festival collaboration with special guests Jeffrey C. Capps and Will Kemple-Taylor on Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 10:30 to 11 a.m.! Laugh, dance, listen and sing! ow.ly/9GnZ5101O1f
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Children's Services Librarian Shawna recommends children’s picture book “The Home We Dreamed” by Anca Sandu Budisan. “A beautiful glimpse into the experience of one family throughout multiple generations in Romania,” writes Shawna. Check it out: ow.ly/6K4w5101I8c
Children's Services Librarian Shawna recommends children’s picture book “The Home We Dreamed” by Anca Sandu Budisan. Check it out from the Iowa City Public Library.

ALT Children's Services Librarian Shawna recommends children’s picture book “The Home We Dreamed” by Anca Sandu Budisan. Check it out from the Iowa City Public Library.

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Children's Services Librarian Shawna recommends “The Birthing Tree” by Amanda Peters. “A new release from the author of 'The Berry Pickers,'” writes Shawna. “Enjoy this emotional journey through time, family, and motherhood.” Check it out: ow.ly/CKwK51015St
Children's Services Librarian Shawna recommends “The Birthing Tree” by Amanda Peters. Check it out from the Iowa City Public Library.

ALT Children's Services Librarian Shawna recommends “The Birthing Tree” by Amanda Peters. Check it out from the Iowa City Public Library.

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Join us for All Abilities Club trick-or-treating through ICPL, collecting candy from costumed staff on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 9:30 to 10 a.m.! **This time is reserved for individuals of all ages with physical, developmental, or intellectual disabilities. ow.ly/hlLP50ZXIAs
All Abilities Club: Trick or Treat Cart Parade. Thursday, Oct. 29. 9:30 to 10 a.m. Iowa City Public Library. All ages! Costumes encouraged! All Abilities Club programming is made possible thanks to the Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation.

ALT All Abilities Club: Trick or Treat Cart Parade. Thursday, Oct. 29. 9:30 to 10 a.m. Iowa City Public Library. All ages! Costumes encouraged! All Abilities Club programming is made possible thanks to the Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation.

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Don't forget the Library has more than books! We have movies and TV available for checkout, too! Come visit our DVD collection and staff picks display located on the first floor of the Downtown Library behind the Help Desk.
Movies & TV. Iowa City Public Library.

ALT Movies & TV. Iowa City Public Library.

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Join us for a Halloween Storytime and Trick or Treat Parade through the Library on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 10 a.m. to noon! Wear your costume and bring a treat bag to visit several booo-k carts! After, stop by the Storytime Room for Halloween crafts! ow.ly/NvmW50ZXIwJ
Iowa City Public Library. Halloween Storytime & Trick or Treat Cart Parade. Thursday, Oct. 29. 10 a.m. to noon. Around ICPL. All ages! Costumes encouraged!

ALT Iowa City Public Library. Halloween Storytime & Trick or Treat Cart Parade. Thursday, Oct. 29. 10 a.m. to noon. Around ICPL. All ages! Costumes encouraged!

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Children's Services Coordinator Angie recommends children’s picture book “The Huntsman and the Witches” by Abraham Matias. “This story is perfect for the spooky season or really any time of year!” writes Angie. Check it out: ow.ly/tbI351015Nm
Children's Services Coordinator Angie recommends children’s picture book “The Huntsman and the Witches” by Abraham Matias. Check it out from the Iowa City Public Library.

ALT Children's Services Coordinator Angie recommends children’s picture book “The Huntsman and the Witches” by Abraham Matias. Check it out from the Iowa City Public Library.

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Extra, extra! Read all about the Iowa City area from 1840 to 1928! Browse through digital archives from the Iowa City Daily Press, the Iowa City Republican, the Iowa City Press-Citizen, and more for free. ow.ly/gcpK50ZR48z
Historical Iowa City Newspapers. Read FREE newspapers from the Iowa City area from 1840 to 1928, previously only available within the Library on microfilm. Included titles: Iowa City Daily Press, Iowa City Republican, and Iowa City Press-Citizen. Iowa City Public Library.

ALT Historical Iowa City Newspapers. Read FREE newspapers from the Iowa City area from 1840 to 1928, previously only available within the Library on microfilm. Included titles: Iowa City Daily Press, Iowa City Republican, and Iowa City Press-Citizen. Iowa City Public Library.

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Stop by the ICPL Lobby for a free blood pressure screening on Wednesday, Oct. 28, from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. No appointment is needed! ow.ly/LjkL50ZXIuF
Libraries With Heart. Blood Pressure Screenings at ICPL. Wednesday, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. ICPL Lobby. Iowa City Public Library. American Heart Association. 28 Oct.

ALT Libraries With Heart. Blood Pressure Screenings at ICPL. Wednesday, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. ICPL Lobby. Iowa City Public Library. American Heart Association. 28 Oct.

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Embark on an outdoor reading adventure at Willow Creek Park this October! Follow the map and signs to read "School Spirits" by Cedar Rapids local Charlotte Gunnufson in the fresh air! ow.ly/zoXr5100Z7R
BookWalk. Fun with exercise & reading. Enjoy the park and a story! School Spirits. Willow Creek Park. 1117 Teg Dr, Iowa City. Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation. Parks & Recreation City of Iowa City.

ALT BookWalk. Fun with exercise & reading. Enjoy the park and a story! School Spirits. Willow Creek Park. 1117 Teg Dr, Iowa City. Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation. Parks & Recreation City of Iowa City.

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Join us for All Abilities Club where we'll carefully examine and dissect an owl pellet to discover the tiny bones preserved inside on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 10 to 11 a.m. Create a natural history curiosity jar by adding moss, flowers, and the bones. ow.ly/cGFO50ZZJ4C
All Abilities Club: Mini Oddities Jar. Tuesday, Oct. 27. 10 to 11 a.m. Digital Media Lab. Iowa City Public Library.

ALT All Abilities Club: Mini Oddities Jar. Tuesday, Oct. 27. 10 to 11 a.m. Digital Media Lab. Iowa City Public Library.

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ICPL invites the community to celebrate Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead, on Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Everyone is welcome. ow.ly/OIit50ZYxbR
Dia de Muertos. Tuesday, Oct. 27. 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Teen Center & 2nd floor. 4:30 to 6 p.m. Prepare the ofrenda. 6 to 7 p.m. Loteria & voting for Sugar Skull Pinatas. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Enjoy a meal in community. Tamales. Pan de Muerto. Iowa City Public Library.

ALT Dia de Muertos. Tuesday, Oct. 27. 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. Teen Center & 2nd floor. 4:30 to 6 p.m. Prepare the ofrenda. 6 to 7 p.m. Loteria & voting for Sugar Skull Pinatas. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Enjoy a meal in community. Tamales. Pan de Muerto. Iowa City Public Library.

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