Summer 2021 Coralville Connection

ConnectionSUMMER 2021

Rolling With ItSummer days mean exploring Coralville’s parks and trails, making a splash at the pool,

diving into library books, and safely reuniting with friends and neighbors.

4thFestinformation

is inside!See pages 6 & 7.

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The Coralville Connectionis published quarterly to keep the citizens of Coralville, Iowa, informed of city news and events, construction updates, helpful hints, and useful information. It is mailed to all addresses in the 52241 zip code and available at www.coralville.org/connection. If you have comments or suggestions about the Connection, please contact:

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Coralville City CouncilJohn [email protected]

Jill DoddsCity [email protected]

Meghann FosterCity [email protected]

Laurie GoodrichCity [email protected]

Mitch GrossCity [email protected]

Hai HuynhCity [email protected]

Public Safety (Police/Fire)Emergency...........................................................911Animal Control ...............................319.248.1800Fire (non-emergency) ................. 319.248.1835Johnson Co. Joint Communications Center .................................911Police (non-emergency) ............319.248.1800

Public Works & UtilitiesStreets ................................................319.248.1740Trash, Recycling & Yard Waste ..................................319.248.1740Utility Billing ......................................319.248.1715Wastewater Treatment .............. 319.248.1745Wastewater Emergency (after hours) .................................. 319.530.6224Water Plant ...................................... 319.248.1770Water Emergency (after hours) ................................... 319.530.6225

Transit & ParkingCoralville Transit ............................319.248.1790Parking ..............................................319.248.9390

Parks & RecreationAquatic Center ..............................319.248.9330Brown Deer Golf Club ............... 319.248.9300Center for the Performing Arts .319.248.9370Indoor Pool ......................................319.248.1750Parks & Maintenance ...................319.248.1780Rain Out Hotline ............................ 319.248.1763Recreation Center .........................319.248.1750

LibraryCoralville Public Library .............319.248.1850

City Hall / OtherBuilding & Zoning ......................... 319.248.1720City Clerk ..........................................319.248.1700City Hall/Administration ............319.248.1700CoralVision T.V. ...............................319.248.1737Engineering ...................................... 319.248.1720Rental Housing Inspections ...... 319.248.1720Stormwater ...................................... 319.248.1720For hearing impaired .................................. 711 or dial Relay Iowa .......................... 1.800.735.2942

Elections & VotingJohnson County Auditor ......... 319.356.6004

Connect with UsSign up for e-News, texts, and the City’s e-Newsletter www.coralville.org/notifyme

Find Us on Social Mediafacebook.com/CityofCoralvilleIowa

@Coralville_IA

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Report a Concernwww.coralville.org/letusknow

City of CoralvilleCity Hall l 1512 7th St l www.coralville.org

Jenn [email protected]

Ellen HabelAssistant City [email protected]

Kelly HayworthCity [email protected]

2Contents

3Notes to Know

4Solar & Urban Chickens

5Neighbors

6&74th of July

8Pool & Golf

9Police & Fire

10Recycling & Yard Waste

11Going Places

12Transit/Arena

13Performing Arts

14&15Library

BackThings to Do

Who to Contact

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www.coralville.org 319.248.1700

Fireworks Are Banned in CoralvilleIf you are thinking about lighting off fireworks in Coralville, leave it to the experts. It is illegal to use fireworks in Coralville, with the exception of fireworks displays handled by insured operators and approved by the City. Violators face a minimum fine of $250 and can be held liable for any damages they cause. Many surrounding communities also prohibit their use.

Even though fireworks can be sold in Coralville, they can’t be used in Coralville. The State legalized the sale of consumer fireworks, and fireworks sales require a license from the State. A city ordinance regulates where they can be sold.

If not putting on your own backyard fireworks display fizzles your fun, remember that novelty fireworks—sparklers, snakes, or snaps—remain legal.

REPORT ILLEGAL FIREWORKS l Call the Police non-emergency line at 319.248.1800 and

provide the location and any additional information. Police will respond to

fireworks-related calls as officers are available. Only call 911 for

emergencies.

WHERE TO SEE FIREWORKS l Don’t miss Coralville’s annual

4thFest fireworks display on July 4 in S.T. Morrison Park beginning around

9:45 pm. Coralville’s fireworks are discharged by trained pyrotechnicians

from the Coralville Fire Department, and the show is spectacular!

Notes to KnowBe a Responsible Pet Owner

Local animal laws help keep our parks, trails, and neighborhoods safe and enjoyable for everyone— including our four-legged friends.

KNOW THE LEASH LAWLeashes help prevent pets from getting lost or from chasing other animals or people. Pets must be on a leash at all times, unless within the owner’s enclosed property or tethered. A leash should be sufficient to hold the animal in check, and should be no longer than 20 feet. If you use a retractable leash, keep your pet reined in beside you and lock the retractor when other people or animals are near.

WATCH YOUR PETS l Pet owners are responsible for keeping their pets reined in at all times. Animals can react suddenly to loud noises, other animals, people, and the environment, so make sure you are capable of keeping your pet controlled. If you are walking more than one animal, make sure you can control all your leashed pets.

LEAVING HOME l When you and your pet are off your property, never leave your pet unleashed, tied, or unattended. If your pet is with you—but unleashed—while walking, jogging, cycling, visiting parks, or anywhere on public property, it is in violation of the law.

SCOOP THE POOP l Always pick up after your pets. Not only is it the right thing to do, it helps prevent the spread of bacteria and parasites that can cause illness or linger in the soil. Throw pet waste bags in the trash, or take them with you if there is not a public trash can. Do not compost it or throw it in a yard waste collection bag.

Water Report Available Online Coralville’s annual Consumer Confidence Report from the Coralville Water Department is available at www.coralville.org/WaterReport. Copies are available by request at [email protected] or 319.248.1770.

Going Solar Learn how you can purchase affordable, clean energy

4 CORALVILLE CONNECTION SOLAR/CHICKENS

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Are you thinking of installing solar on your property? A limited- time program provides access to solar education and competitive prices for residential, business, and farm solar installations through volume purchasing. The “Grow Solar Linn + Johnson Counties” program is available to residents throughout both counties, and makes solar more accessible and affordable in our community.

Group purchase programs provide residents and businesses with the opportunity to invest in high-quality, renewable energy solar installations and realize savings and sustainability. Estimated first-year savings on utility bills have ranged from $690 to more than $1,000, depending on the size of the solar array.

Savings & SustainabilityPrevious programs in Johnson and Linn counties helped a combined 413 households add affordable solar to their homes or properties, with participants saving 9% to 15% off purchase price thanks to the group buys. In total, the programs resulted in nearly 2.8 MW of clean solar capacity valued at approximately $6.7 million. Solar installations added through the earlier group buys in Linn and Johnson counties offset the equivalent of 5,168,213 pounds of carbon dioxide in a single year. That’s the equivalent of carbon sequestered by over 3,000 acres of forest!

How to ParticipateYou can sign up to attend a free informational “Solar Power Hour” session online to learn about the basics of solar and figure out if solar is right for you—plus learn about how the Grow Solar Linn + Johnson Counties program works. After the session, you can sign up for a free cost estimate and site assessment. To register for an informational webinar and to sign up for program alerts, visit linnjohnson.growsolar.org.

Grow Solar Linn + Johnson Counties is administered by the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) at no cost to the counties or other program partners.

Raising Backyard Chickens in CoralvilleOn November 10, 2020, the City Council passed Ordinance 2020-1012 allowing residents to keep up to six chickens (no roosters) in Coralville. A permit is required to raise or keep chickens within Coralville. Residents may only keep chickens after their permit has been approved.

Preparing to Own Chickens in CoralvilleIf you are thinking about owning chickens, here are some notes to know:

V There are rules and regulations to obtain a permit.

V There are requirements about where and how you can keep chickens in Coralville.

V You must take an educational class about raising urban chickens.

V There are fees associated with the permit process.

V A property inspection is a required part of the permit process.

Permit Fees$25.00 l Permit application fee$5.00 l Chicken ID leg band (price per band; 1 band per chicken)

Chicken Permits & How to ApplyV Visit www.coralville.org/urbanchickens.

Read and understand the Urban Chicken Ordinance (55A).

V Successfully complete the required training class about raising urban chickens.

V Complete the Urban Chicken Permit Application.

Urban Chicken Permits are valid for a calendar year. Each permit expires on December 31.

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Good neighbors make great neighborhoods! Following City ordinances, being MINDFUL of noise, and maintaining your property can

help build positive neighborhood connections.

Good Neighbors

BE KIND WITH BARKINGIf your pet is noisy, consider your neighbors. Under City Code 55.10, a noisy animal is considered a nuisance if it barks, bays, howls, or cries continuously for ten minutes or barks intermittently for a half hour or more, and the sound is audible across a residential boundary.

If you are dealing with excessive barking in your neighborhood, speak with your neighbor if you are comfortable. Some pet owners may not be aware that their neighbors can hear their dog barking. Or, contact Animal Control at 319.248.1800.

GARBAGEMove your cart. Trash and recycling can be set out for pickup up to 24 hours before your collection day. Remove empty carts and bins after collection, or make arrangements if you’re leaving town—carts and bins left at the curb risk blowing into the street, and neglected carts (as well as newspapers) can be a signal to burglars that no one is home.

GRASS & WEEDSKnow when to mow. Property owners are responsible for mowing and trimming their property. The maximum height for grass and weeds is 10 inches. (Some weeds grow faster than the grass, but the height of the majority of the grass and weeds in lawn areas should not exceed 10 inches; garden plants and ornamental grasses are excluded). When mowing, do not leave grass clippings in the street. Report long grass and weeds at 319.248.1740 or www.coralville.org/letusknow.

PARKINGPark in the right place. Parking is allowed only on hard surfaces such as a concrete driveway leading to a garage or carport. Most residential streets in Coralville are zoned with a “No Parking Between 2:00 am-6:00 am” sign. Parked cars should never block the sidewalk or a mailbox, and parking between the sidewalk and curb is not allowed. The Post Office cannot deliver mail to a mailbox if a car is parked in front of it.

STORM DRAINSOnly rain goes down storm drains. Never use a storm drain to get rid of grass clippings, chemicals, or other pollutants. To report a stormwater concern, call 319.248.1799.

SAFETYBe aware. Neighbors are often the eyes and ears of the neighborhood. If you see suspicious activity in your neighborhood, report it to the Coralville Police Department at 319.248.1800.

YARD SIGNSPut signs in the right place. You can put temporary yard signs (such as garage sale or political signs) in your yard, but not in the right of way (the area between the sidewalk and the street, including street corners, road medians, roundabouts, and utility poles). You must have the property owner’s permission before putting a sign anywhere, including vacant property.

Take down temporary signs within 24 hours after the event. Signs in the right of way or on public property will be removed, or the business/property owner will be cited. Report sign issues at www.coralville.org/letusknow.

Find Your Property LinesWhether mowing your yard or installing a fence, knowing where your property lines are can avoid problems in the future. Review your approximate lot boundaries at https://gis.johnson-county.com/PIV, or locate the property pins on your lot.

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S.T. Morrison Park1500 block between7th and 8th Streets

www.coralville.org/4thFestwww.facebook.com/

Coralville4thFest

CarnivalJuly 2-4

Aquatic Center parking lot

Free ConcertJuly 3

6:30 pm l The Danny Whitson Band8:00 pm l Josh Turner

Activitiesin the Park

July 3-4All American Lumberjack Show l July 3

Rubik’s Cube artist & Iowa Hawkeye Baseball player Jack Dreyer l July 3 & 4

4thFest ParadeJuly 4 | 12:00 pm

www.coralville.org/4thFestParade(See map on page 7)

FireworksJuly 4 | Dark

in S.T. Morrison Park Music by Iowa City

Community Band at 8:30 pm

Times and events subject to change.

A Community Tradition

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The Danny Whitson Band is a high energy band playing both original music and country covers. Danny Whitson grew up in a small town in eastern Iowa. His first single, “Move On,” has been played on radio stations in the United States, Canada, and England. He has opened at concerts including performances by Jerrod Niemann, Emerson Drive, Diamond Rio, Sawyer Brown, John Anderson, Phil Vassar, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Joe Diffie, LoCash, and Alan Jackson.

MCA Nashville recording artist and multi-platinum- selling star Josh Turner will headline Coralville’s free summer concert in S.T. Morrison Park. For

nearly two decades, Turner has been one of country music’s most recognizable voices, selling more than 8.5 million units and amassing more than 2.5 billion global streams.

Turner’s new album is aptly titled “Country State of Mind.” From the very start of his career through chart-topping hits like “Your Man,” “Would You Go With Me,” “Why Don’t We Just Dance,” and “All Over Me,” Turner has immersed himself in country music’s history and its iconic figures.

Later, as the hits came, along with multiple GRAMMY, CMA, and ACM nominations, Turner joined the Grand Ole Opry. One of country music’s oldest and most hallowed traditions, the Opry once counted Hank Williams Sr., Johnny Cash, and George Jones among its ranks; now, Turner shares membership with heroes like Randy Travis, Alan Jackson, and Patty Loveless, as well as Chris Janson.

Saturday, June 26 | 8:00 amCoralville Recreation Center,

1506 8th StreetStarts and finishes by the Coralville Recreation Center. A fun run chal-lenging enough to satisfy experienced runners, but not too difficult for new runners. Stick around after the race for light refreshments and awards.

5K RegistrationUntil Friday, June 11 $25June 12-26 $35

T-shirts guaranteed to the first 75 entrants. Same-day registration is 7:00-7:45 am at the Coralville Recreation Center. For more informa-tion call 319.248.1750. Learn more: www.coralville.org/4thFest5K

Kids’ Firecracker Mini-Marathon

(26.2 yards)

Saturday, June 26 | 8:45 amYoung runners can sprint to the finish line in this mini-marathon in the Recreation Center parking lot immediately following the 5K Run/Walk. Free for kids up to 8 years old.

The Danny Whitson Band

Saturday, July 3 l 6:30 pmS.T. Morrison Park l Free

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Free 4thFest CONCERTBRING BLANKETS AND LAWN CHAIRS

FOR A FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT!

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Public Health Is a PriorityWe are working to ensure that 4thFest 2021 is a safe outdoor celebration that aligns with health guidelines. With ample space to spread out, increasing COVID-19 vaccinations in our community, and careful planning, we are excited to provide a way for our community to safely come together in person. Additional details about guidelines will be released closer to the events.

Your responsibilities: If you attend 4thFest, follow public health guidelines for mask wearing, keeping a distance between households, washing hands, and adhering to any other current precautions. If you are not feeling well or have had contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19 in the past two weeks, please stay home.H

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8 CORALVILLE CONNECTION POOL & GOLF

1900 Country Club Drive Coralville, IA319.248.9300

www.browndeergolf.orgwww.facebook.com/browndeergolfclub

2021 RATESWeekdays (Monday-Thursday)9 Holes $19/person18 Holes $28/personTwilight rates after 5:00 pm

Weekends (Friday-Sunday)9 Holes (before 12:00 pm) $28/person9 Holes (after 12:00 pm) $23/person18 Holes $34/personJuniors after 3:00 pm $12Twilight Rates after 3:00 pm

Cart Fees 9 Holes $9/person18 Holes $18/person

Driving RangeSmall $5Medium $8Large $13

PLAY PACKAGES*Buy Receive Free Total Value Savings$300 $45 $345 15% free$600 $120 $720 20% free* Coralville residents receive an extra $25 credit when purchasing a golf play package. Play packages are good for green fees, cart fees, and range balls.

CORALVILLE COMMUNITY AQUATIC CENTERJune 12-August 221513 7th Street l Coralville, IA l 319.248.9330

2021 HOURS*Monday-Friday: 11:00 am-7:00 pmSaturday-Sunday: 12:00 pm-6:00 pm

SPECIAL HOURSJuly 3 12:00 pm-6:00 pmJuly 4 3:00 pm-6:00 pm

*The Aquatic Center may close for severe weather, cool temperatures, low attendance, or mechanical issues. See www.coralville.org/AquaticCenter

DAILY ADMISSION$5 per person Until 5:00 pm$4 per person After 5:00 pmFree Children under age 2Swim passes and punch cards are available

SUPERVISIONChildren younger than 9 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian or responsible adult age 16 and older who actively supervises in the pool. Lifeguards reserve the right to evaluate children for swimming ability when using deep water.

CONCESSIONSDaily 12:00 pm-6:00 pm

Hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, pizza slices, shaved ice, and more! Ask about our healthy snack options.

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Get to Know Your Neighbors

On Tuesday evening, August 3, Coralville neighborhoods are invited to take part in the annual National Night Out. Turn on your porch light, lock your door,

go outside, and get to know your neighbors from a safe distance!

National Night Out is one night a year for neighbors to connect while strengthening police-community relationships.

The Coralville Police Department invites neighborhoods to host block parties on August 3. The block parties give neighbors a chance to meet through simple neighborhood events. Neighborhoods can host a party in a way that safely suits their residents. Representatives from the Coralville Police Department, Fire Department, and City Council will visit as many registered parties as they can.

Strong neighborhood ties can build community partnerships and create watchful eyes in neighborhoods, which help to promote crime prevention. Block party registration opens later this summer at www.coralville.org/NationalNightOut. For more information, contact the Coralville Police Department at 319.248.1800.

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Annual Iowa Firefighters Memorial ServiceCandlelight service l Saturday, June 12 l 9:00 pmMemorial service l Sunday, June 13 l 10:30 am

Iowa Firefighters Memorial1st Avenue & I-80, Exit 242 l www.iowafirememorial.org

This year the memorial will add a line of duty death from the Coralville Fire Department. William A. Schneider joined the Coralville Fire Department in 1930 and served until 1947. He was appointed Chief in 1937 and served as Chief until his death while working at the Fire Station in 1947.

10 CORALVILLE CONNECTION RECYCLING & YARD WASTE

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Friendly Reminders for Recycling & Yard WasteThe City of Coralville provides weekly yard waste and recycling collection for single family and duplex housing; it is picked up on the same day as your trash collection. If you have private refuse collection, your recycling and yard waste guidelines may be different.

Recycling TipseRinse out all containers before placing in the recycling bin.

eIf empty jars, bottles, and cans have visible residue, they may result in contamination and the load cannot be recycled.

eSort paper, plastic, and aluminum/tin into separate sacks in your recycling bin (do not tie sacks).

eFlatten cardboard into sections no larger than 29 x 39 and place under recycling bin.

eDo not place styrofoam in your recycling bin, it is not recyclable. Place styrofoam in the trash, or save to reuse.

eLearn more: www.coralville.org/recycling or call 319.248.1740.

Yard Waste Bags & Containers

eFull yard waste bags and containers cannot weigh over 40 pounds.

eYard waste will only be picked up if it’s in a 33-gallon container with an annual yard waste sticker, or in a Coralville biodegradable yard waste bag; other yard waste bags will be left at the curb.

eBuy bags in packages of five for $5, or individually for $1 each, at:

Coralville City Hall, 1512 7th St.

Coralville Hy-Vee, 1914 8th St.

Coralville Hy-Vee, 3285 Crosspark Rd.

Theisen’s, 100 Westcor Dr.

Brush & Tree LimbsHow to prepare brush and tree limbs for curbside pick up:

eSecurely tie brush and tree limbs in bundles.

eBundles should be no greater than 18 inches in diameter.

eIndividual limbs in the bundles must be no larger than 2 inches in diameter and 4 feet long.

eLearn more: www.coralville.org/yardwaste or call 319.248.1740.

Iowa River TrailRocky Shore Drive to Clear CreekA long-awaited segment of the Iowa River Trail is nearing completion.

Construction is progressing on the 10-foot wide concrete trail extension from CRANDIC Park in Iowa City (near Rocky Shore Drive) to the existing intersection of the Clear Creek Trail and Iowa River Trail just north of the confluence of Clear Creek and the Iowa River. When completed, trail users will enjoy the 1.6 mile route along the Iowa River from CRANDIC Park in Iowa City to the north end of the Iowa River Landing Wetland Park in Coralville.

Construction began in October 2020 and a milestone was reached in early February with the installation of two pedestrian bridge spans over Clear Creek. Trail paving and lighting installation continue this spring. Overall project completion is expected by July 1, 2021. The project was let by the Iowa DOT in August 2020, and the low bid

was Peterson Contractors, Inc., at $1,250,395.65. The project received $619,000 of DOT Surface Transportation Program funds, with the remaining balance funded by the City.

Learn more about this project at www.coralville.org/IowaRiverTrail.

Clear Creek Trail to extend to Tiffin (eventually!)The Clear Creek Trail starts at the confluence of Clear Creek and the Iowa River and follows Clear Creek west to the Coralville Creekside Ballpark, a distance of approximately 5 miles.

Due to ongoing bridge construction for the I-80 & I-380 Interchange, the trail segments under the interstates will not be constructed until 2024. When the final segments are completed in Coralville, the Clear Creek Trail through Coralville and Tiffin will be over 9 miles long. Longer-term goals include extending the Clear Creek Trail to Kent Park and the Amana Colonies.

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Meet Scott Larson,City EngineerScott Larson was appointed City Engineer effective April 1, 2021. Scott has worked for the City since 1993 when he was hired as an engineering intern, and had served as Assistant City Engineer since 1995. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Iowa and is a licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Iowa.

During Scott’s 28 years with the City of Coralville, he has been involved in hundreds of street, utility, and public infrastructure projects. Scott replaces City Engineer Dan Holderness, who retired in March after over 34 years in the position.

Trail paving on the Iowa River Trail, looking north, in late April 2021. The new pedestrian bridge over Clear Creek at the Iowa River is seen in the distance.

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12 CORALVILLE CONNECTION TRANSIT / ARENA

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Xtream Arena & GreenState Family Fieldhouse

Xtream Arena & GreenState Family Fieldhouse200 E. 9th St., Coralville l 319-569-4501

Coralville Transit Fares & PassesChanges Will Bring Consistency for Area Transit SystemsChanges are coming to Coralville Transit that will make fares and passes consistent between Coralville Transit and Iowa City Transit, and will better coordinate service between the area transit systems.

The City of Coralville held a public hearing on proposed changes to Coralville Transit fares and passes at the Coralville City Council meeting on May 25, 2021. Approved changes will take effect on July 6, 2021.

No rate increases to Coralville Transit are proposed. The changes include a new reduced youth fare of $0.50 for riders age 5-18 years old, and three new types of passes for Coralville Transit: a 24 hour pass, a 10-ride pass, and a youth 31-day pass. The adult fare remains the same.

The changes are a result of the Iowa City Area Transit Study that started in August of 2019. The transit study reviewed bus routes, stops, schedules, fares, and transfer policies, and looked at ways to better coordinate area transit systems. Based on the study, Coralville Transit also implemented new routes and schedules in October of 2020.

To view fares and passes, visit www.coralville.org/transit.

Meet Rori Carlo, Director of Marketing at Xtream Arena. Rori is the point of contact for media, public relations, marketing, and advertising for the facility. Rori worked in college athletics for 12 years before being hired at Xtream Arena, most recently at Oregon State Athletics. She also

worked for five and a half years in the University of Iowa Athletics Marketing department. Rori was born in Iowa City, raised in Lincoln, Nebraska, and studied marketing at the University of North Dakota. Rori is an avid Chicago Cubs fan and

has a 4-year-old boxer named Ivy.

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MAY21-23 The Show Must Go Online! (Virtual) Presented by Young Footliters Youth Theatre

29-30 Debut Dance Spring RecitalJUNE5-6 Nancy Cree Keyboard Learning

Center Spring Recital18 The Brennen Town Musicians Presented by Eulenspiegel Puppet Theatre

25-27 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee

Presented by City Circle Theatre Company

28-July 2 The Secret of the Sphinx Presented by Young Footliters Traveling Playhouse

JULY5-9 The Secret of the Sphinx Presented by Young Footliters Traveling Playhouse

19-23 The Secret of the Sphinx Presented by Young Footliters Traveling Playhouse

AUGUST7 Joseph Hall: ELVIS Rock N Remember13-15 Seussical Jr. Presented by Young Footliters Youth Theatre

319.248.9370www.coralvillearts.org or email [email protected] Coralville Center for the Performing Arts Box Office Wednesday-Friday: 12 pm - 4 pm One hour prior to ticketed events

TICKETS FOR MOST EVENTSARE AVAILABLE AT

CORALVILLE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS1301 5th Street, Coralville, Iowa 319.248.9370W W W . C O R A L V I L L E A R T S . O R G

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SUMMER CAMPS!

AUGUST13-15

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Summer Reading Program For ages 0-99+ June 1-August 1

14 CORALVILLE CONNECTION CORALVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY

SUMMER 2021

Read, try something new, earn a chance to win prizes, and prevent the summer slide.

WITH THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS l Hills Bank, the Friends of the Coralville Public Library, and GreenState Credit Union for their generous support of our Summer Reading Programs.

READsquared l Find our 2021 Summer Reading Programs for all ages on READsquared! Log your reading from a computer or download the READsquared app. For details, see www.coralvillepubliclibrary.org.

REWARDS l Earn digital badges and the chance to win books, gift certificates, and more!

EVENTS l Activities may be in person (outdoors) or online. Check our calendar for details and registration information.

Friday, June 18 l Jurassic Park (PG-13)Archaeologists visit a wildlife park off Costa Rica filled with dinosaurs created from prehistoric DNA. All goes well until the dangerous predators roam free.

Friday, June 25 l Akeelah and the Bee (PG)This film tells the story of a young girl from South LA trying to make it to the National Spelling Bee.

Friday, July 9 l Get Out (R)A young Black man uncovers a disturbing secret when meeting the family of his white girlfriend.

Friday, July 23 l Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (PG)Follow Miles Morales as he becomes the new Spider-Man, then joins other Spider-People to help save New York City.

Friday, August 6 l Pitch Perfect (PG-13)Follow the a cappella singing group, the Barden Bellas, on their quest to win Nationals.

Friday, August 20 l Grease (PG)The classic musical features such songs as “Summer Nights” and “Greased Lightnin’.”

Park, tune in on your car radio, and enjoy the show! Movies begin at dusk

SPECIAL FAMILY EVENTSWednesday, June 16 l 10:30 am

Musical Guest – Little Miss AnnOn the library lawn. Registration required.

Monday, July 12 l 6:30 pm

Storyteller – Darrin CrowOn the library lawn. Registration required.

CRAFTS-TO-GO l Reserve a craft-to-go, and pick it up curbside! Crafts are age specific and for all ages; see www.coralvillepubliclibrary.org for details.

STORYWALK® Read the rainbow this summer – explore new places in Coralville, North Liberty, and Solon through our joint StoryWalk® Project. Throughout the summer, each library will share three books inspired by different colors. See www.coralvillepubliclibrary.org for details!The StoryWalk® Project was created by Ann Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. StoryWalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.

Summer at the LibrarySummer at the Library

1401 5th Street, Coralville, IAwww.coralvillepubliclibrary.org

CORALVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY CORALVILLE CONNECTION 15

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Multiple copies of each book are available for checkout and are, when possible, available in large print, audio, and ebook editions. Join just the discussions that intrigue you, or connect for them all.

ADULT DISCUSSION GR UPS

June 17 l Leave the World Behind by Rumaan Alam“A magnetic novel about two families, strangers to each other, who are forced together on a long weekend gone terribly wrong.” – Goodreads.com

July 15 l Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog) by Jerome K. Jerome Published in 1889, this is a humorous account of the numerous misadventures during a two week boating excursion along the Thames in England among a group of friends.

August 19 l Housekeeping by Marilynne Robinson Orphaned sisters come under the care of their eccentric and unconventional aunt after their mother’s suicide. This 1980 novel was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize and winner of the PEN/Hemingway award for best first novel.

This book discussion group on Zoom, hosted by librarian Mike Jorgensen, includes a mix of recent works of fiction

and nonfiction, along with classic novels.

Third Thursday of the month | 7:00 pmTo register, email [email protected] June 9 l A Time for Mercy

by John Grisham Jake Brigance is appointed to defend a teenager accused of murdering a local deputy. Brigance risks his career and the safety of his family to save the boy from a death sentence in this legal thriller.

July 14 l Gallows Court by Martin Edwards “Very highly atmospheric, spine-tingling fun, the way that Edwards keeps deepening the creepiness of this mystery until the very end is utterly stunning.” – Booklist

August 11 l When No One is Watching by Alyssa Cole “Combining voyeuristic paranoia of the film Rear Window with the searing social commentary of Get Out, this thriller…turns gentrification into fodder for a horror movie.” – Entertainment Weekly

It’s a Mystery on Zoom!This mystery book discussion group has met for over

twenty years and now meets on Zoom. All are welcome!

Second Wednesday of the month | 10:00 amTo register, email [email protected]

on Zoom!

1401 5th Street www.coralvillepubliclibrary.org 319.248.1850

Sow. Save. Share.Grow your own vegetables or flowers! The “Sow Save Share” seed library offers a variety of seeds to the public to use in their home gardens. Pick up seeds at the Coralville Public Library.

The seeds were donated by Seed Savers Exchange, the Coralville Community Food Pantry, and library staff and patrons. At the end of the year, consider saving your seeds and donating them back to the library to share with others. The seed library is a collaboration between the Coralville Public Library and the Coralville Community Food Pantry.

The Friends of the Coralville Public Library is a non-profit organization that provides volunteer and financial support to the Library.

The Friends hold quarterly book sales! Watch www.coralvillepubliclibrary.org for summer outdoor sales.

To learn more about Friends and how you can join, visit www.coralvillepubliclibrary.org/friends.

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64:00-10:00 P.M. On 5th Street between

6th Avenue and 12th Avenue.Live music, food, beer, and fun for the whole family!

www.coralville.org/5thStreetSocial

AUGUST14( )JUNE 11

7:00 -9:00 P.M.Followed by a movie S.T. Morrison Park

Kick off the start of summer with fun family games, a firetruck, and “The LEGO Batman Movie.” (PG)

Party in the Park

U P C O M I N G

Holiday ScheduleMEMORIAL DAY MONDAY, MAY 31CLOSED: City offices and libraryOPEN: *Recreation Center,

Indoor Pool, Brown Deer Golf ClubTransit: No serviceTrash/Recycling/Yard Waste:

Pick up is one day late all week

INDEPENDENCE DAY JULY 5, 2021 (OBSERVED)CLOSED: City offices and libraryOPEN: Recreation Center,

Indoor Pool, Aquatic Center, and Brown Deer Golf Club

Transit: Saturday route and scheduleTrash/Recycling/Yard Waste:

Pick up is one day late all week*Hours may vary

COVID-19 vaccines will help us get back to enjoying the things we’ve missed. The COVID-19 vaccine is free, safe, and effective. It is one of the most important tools to end the pandemic. This is our shot to help keep our community healthy! If you have yet to be vaccinated, find the latest COVID-19 vaccine information—including where to find appointments in Johnson County—at www.johnsoncountyiowa.gov/coronavirus.

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