Coralville Courier

U.S. Sen. Grassley: Honoring veterans

Senator Chuck Grassley today released the following statement to honor U.S. veterans. Audio of this statement can be found on Grassley's website, http://grassley.senate.gov by scrolling over "News Center" and clicking on "News Conference Calls." The file is called "Grassley Veterans Day Message."

Grassley also met yesterday with Iowa World War II veterans who visited Washington, D.C. as part of the Honor Flight program. Grassley met the veterans at the World War II Memorial. Video of the veterans' visit and a message from Grassley can be seen on his website or on his YouTube channel, http://www.youtube.com/user/SenChuckGrassley.

Here is Grassley's statement.

"America’s veterans put their lives on the line to defend freedom, protect national security and secure the safety of loved ones at home.

"It’s important on Veterans Day to recognize the significant contributions made each and every day by our men and women in uniform. They put their own lives on hold in noble service to their country. We owe those who serve in uniform a debt of gratitude. Because of their sacrifices, future generations of Americans will continue to live under the blessings of freedom."

Thank you for serving

Today is Veterans Day, a day to honor military veterans.

Veterans are brave men and women who unselfishly answered the call to duty, honor and country.

These brave men and women left their homes, their jobs, their families to preserve and defend our freedoms, liberties and the American way of life.

Thank you for serving.

Johnson County: Sign the petition for a special election

To residents of Johnson County: If you haven't signed the petition yet to hold a special election for the JC Supervisor seat left vacant by the passing of Larry Meyers, and don't like that a liberal committee of three annointed fellow liberal Janelle Rettig to fill it, then stop by 421 Tenth Avenue in Coralville. Open 10am to 7pm.

Holiday Extravaganza at the Rec Center

CORALVILLE, IA. -- Craft vendors are needed for the Holiday Extravaganza on Saturday, December 5 at the Coralville Recreation Center. Children will have an exclusive shopping time from 10:00 until 11:00 am, and shopping is open to all ages from 11:00 am until 2:00 pm. Interested vendors can contact Rhonda Hay at 248-1750 or rhay@ci.coralville.ia.us.

Upcoming Library Events

Reading Dogs at the Coralville Public Library

CORALVILLE, IA. -- Dogs don't read, but they make great listeners. Join the Iowa City R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) Program at the Coralville Public Library from 1:00 to 3:00 pm on Sundays through November 22. Children in kindergarten and older can improve their reading skills by reading aloud to a licensed therapy dog.

Marvelous Monday
Enjoy Thanksgiving stories and crafts for the whole family on Monday, November 9 from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.

Book Sale
The Friends of the Coralville Public Library are hosting a book sale on Friday, November 13 from 1:30 to 5:30 pm and Saturday, November 14 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.

It's a Mystery
On Wednesday, November 18 at 10:00 am, this month's It's a Mystery discussion will highlight What's so Funny by Donald Westlake.

Stage on the Page Drama Discussion Group
On Thursday, November 19 at 10:00 am, discuss God of Carnage, winner of the 2009 Tony Award, by Yasmina Reza.

Legislative Open House

CORALVILLE, IA. -- A Legislative Open House will be held on Tuesday, November 17 from 4:30 to 6:00 pm at Coralville City Hall. Legislators will have the opportunity to share their views on the upcoming session and answer questions. City and county officials and the general public are invited to attend.

This event is co-sponsored by ECICOG, the Iowa League of Cities, the Iowa State Association of Counties, and the City of Coralville. For more information, please contact Gina Peters at gina.peters@ecicog.org or (319) 365-9941.

Veteran's Day Holiday Schedule

CORALVILLE, IA. -- In observance of Veteran's Day, City Hall and Police Administrative Offices, along with the Parks, Water, Wastewater, Streets and Sanitation Departments will be closed on Wednesday, November 11. The Coralville Public Library will also be closed.

Bus service will run normal routes and schedules on Veteran's Day and the Recreation Center will be open regular hours. The Indoor Pool will also be open.

Trash and recycling for Wednesday, November 11 will be picked up on Thursday, November 12. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday will be picked up on schedule.

Veterans' Day - Schedule of City Services

IOWA CITY, IA. -- City administrative offices at City Hall will be closed Wednesday,
November 11, 2009, in observance of Veterans' Day. A schedule of City services follows:

Iowa City Transit Buses will operate on regular schedule.

Parking Meters will be enforced. The Parking Office in Tower Place will be closed.

Ramp Parking will be charged.

Iowa City Public Library will be open 10 am to 6 pm.

Senior Center will be closed. The Elderberry Cafe will not serve.

Robert A. Lee Recreation Center and Mercer Park Aquatic Center
offices will be closed. The pool, gym, and game room will be open regular hours.

Iowa City Landfill will be closed.

Iowa City Animal Care and Adoption Center will be closed.

Refuse, Recycling, and Yard Waste will not be collected on Wednesday, November 11. The Wednesday route will be collected on Thursday, November 12. Residents on the Thursday and Friday route should place their items on the curb on their regular scheduled day. The City cannot determine exactly when items will be collected.

Celebrate fall at Iowa City Farmers Market: Pumpkin Festival

On October 31, from 9 a.m. to noon, the Iowa City Farmers Market will celebrate fall and Halloween at the first Farmers Market Pumpkin Festival. For kids, the festival will include: pumpkin painting, a Pumpkin Olympics, and a children's costume parade (10-10:30am). Events for grown-ups will include Master Gardeners, a cooking demonstration, and a costume contest (10:30-noon). Actors from the Iowa City Community Theater will also present scenes from their production of "Zombie Prom," an off-Broadway musical about teenage love, high school prom, and nuclear zombies.

The Friends of the Farmers Market still needs volunteers with this event. Anyone interested should email Meggan Fisher at fic.farmersmarket@gmail.com

Iowa City Fire Department Fire Station 4 Groundbreaking Ceremony

IOWA CITY, IA. -- The public is cordially invited to attend the groundbreaking ceremony for Iowa City's Fire Station 4, 2008 Dubuque Road, on Wednesday, October 28, 2009, at 11:15 AM. Guest speakers will be Governor Chet Culver, Mayor Regenia Bailey, and Fire Chief Andy Rocca.

Attached Documents:

• Iowa City Fire Department Station 4 Groundbreaking Ceremony