The Local Hub

English as a Second Language
2025-11-24 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-01 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-15 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-22 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-29 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-05 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-12 18:00 - 19:00 UTC and 13 more dates | North Liberty Library, 520 W. Cherry St, North Liberty, Iowa, 52317, United States
Are you looking to improve your English in a relaxed and supportive environment? Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our ESL class is here to help you on your language journey.

What to Expect:• Casual Atmosphere: Enjoy learning in a low-key, friendly setting.• Interactive Sessions: Practice speaking, listening, and understanding English through engaging activities.• Supportive Community: Connect with others who are also learning English and share your experiences.

Conversations host, Alice, graduated from Millikin University in Decatur, IL in 2015, and then spent two years teaching English in Ukraine.
Come and join us at the library for a fun and educational experience!

Sensory Friendly Night
2025-11-30 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-12-28 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | The Iowa Children’s Museum, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville, Iowa, 52241, United States
Join us on the last Sunday of each month for Sensory Friendly Night!

This event is designed for families with members who experience sensory sensitivities, are on the autism spectrum, or who have any health needs that would make a quieter visit more enjoyable. We understand that the museum can be a bustling place. During Sensory Friendly Night, we provide adjusted sound levels and limit attendance to create a calmer environment. Families can explore the museum at their own pace. As always, we have KultureCity Sensory Inclusive™ signage to help you navigate exhibits and sensory bags available for checkout at the front desk. Our Family Sanctuary is also available for guest use at any time.

Admission is free during Sensory Friendly Night, thanks to our friends at GreenState Credit Union.

Join us for a fun evening and let your child explore and learn in a comfortable and supportive environment!

Press Presents: Iowa City Rocks!
2025-12-01 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Press Coffee, 1120 N. Dodge St, Iowa City, Iowa, 52245, United States
Join us on the first Monday of every month for rock painting!

Started by friend of the shop, Joy MacVey, and Press’s own Hannah, the Iowa City Rocks! Facebook group came about during the pandemic as a way to spread good vibes through the community with color and kind words.

Simply: paint a rock, seal it with resin to protect your masterpiece from the elements, and then place it out in the world for someone to find. On the bottom of each rock is a label directing the finder to post a photo of it to the Iowa City Rocks group and then keep it or rehide it.

We have a collection of supplies you may need but encourage donations of any of the following items:-monetary donations to purchase more supplies.-rocks (please clean/dry them)-acrylic paint-stickers-resin

West Branch Wednesday
2025-12-03 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-07 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-02-04 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-04 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-01 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Main Street West Branch, 127 W. Main Street, West Branch, Iowa, 52358, United States
You asked and we listened! Many local businesses will be adding special hours to better accommodate local shoppers — join us on the 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗪𝗘𝗗𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗘𝗔𝗖𝗛 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗛 for “West Branch Wednesdays” and enjoy extended hours until at least 7:00pm at participating businesses.

Mark your calendars! Tell your friends! Begin a new routine to eat, shop and support local on West Branch Wednesdays.

𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗕𝗨𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗦:223 Vintage Co.Cotton Creek MillGraceann BoutiqueGuys and GalsHerb N Lou’sIowa Meat ShackIzzy’s TreasuresMain Street SweetsMarg’s Little Red HouseThe Down UnderThe Honey DenWhite Pumpkin Studio

Afterschool Studio
2025-12-04 15:30 - 17:30 (America/Chicago) | The Iowa Children’s Museum, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave, Coralville, Iowa, 52241, United States
Join us on the first Thursday of each month for Afterschool Studio—special activities designed for elementary-aged kids and their families. Each session features a new hands-on challenge that blends science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM). Our museum educators will guide kids as they tinker, build, and create—while families learn and explore together.

No registration required; just stop by the museum and dive into the theme of the month!

Upcoming themes include:
October 2 – Lights and Shadows ExplorationNovember 6 – All Things TechDecember 4 – Make and Give: Light Up Card
