Paul Joseph Ryan exhibits "The Little Strange Forest in the Library" at the Glass Case Gallery in August. An artist and poet, Ryan expresses his love for libraries as a sanctuary for imagination. The exhibit explores perception beyond sight, emphasizing dreams and boundless potential. It is open during regular library hours.
Deb Cavanaugh's quilts are on display in the Community Room Gallery throughout August, showcasing her 50-year journey in quilting inspired by her husband's grandmother. An additional presentation will occur on August 18 at 2 PM. The exhibit is open during library hours, and visitors can access it via the circulation desk.
The Iowa County Health Department, O'Connell Pharmacy, and the Family Resource Center are partnering to host a community-wide vaccine clinic. The clinic will offer the Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR) vaccine alongside many other immunizations to help ensure attendees are appropriately protected. A Child Passenger Safety Technician will also be on-site from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM to perform car seat checks.
Part of the 2026 Morrill Lecture Series: "A Revolution of Hope and Community," this presentation features guest speaker Sarah Lloyd. The lecture will explore how the modern U.S. food supply chain has evolved to favor consolidation and large commodity producers, and what this shift means for farmers, communities, and regional food systems.
Join us the fourth Monday of every month for an Open Mic, hosted by Dylan Harris! We've got the mics, the plug-ins, and the piano—you bring the music! Whether you want to play solo, sing to a backup, or get the band together, this is the place. Come on out and show your stuff, or just support the folks on stage. Either way, we're making music together!