JCLC March 2026 Newsletter

Free Community Meal

March 27, 2026 at the Coralville Public Library

The Coralville Public Library and Coralville Community Food Pantry will be hosting a free community meal on Friday, March 27 from 5:00pm-7:00pm. This Community Meal will celebrate the incredible talent of local chefs and the rich diversity of the Coralville community! For more information, visit Community Meal - Coralville Public Library.

March is Women's History Month!

Iowa Women's Archives: Women's History Month Lecture

Celebrate Women's History Month by attending Dr. Ashley Howard's lecture "Finding Black Joy in the Iowa Women's Archive" on March 11 at the Iowa City Public Library. Dr. Howard will discuss her experiences researching and teaching with the Iowa Women's Archive at the University of Iowa. By sharing the depictions of Black life and joy found in the Women's Archives, Dr. Howard amplifies stories of Black Iowans as they see themselves. To learn more about this event, visit: ICPL- Women's History Month Lecture. To learn more about the Iowa Women's Archive and local women's history, visit: Iowa Women's Archive.

Lawn Mowing Service Applications Open Until March 20!

The Aging Services Home Accessibility and Repair Program is pleased to offer lawn mowing service for older adults in the community again this year. The basic lawn mowing service is meant to serve low-income older adults or adults who may not be physically capable of completing lawn mowing themselves.

To apply please call 319-398-3647 and select option 4 to discuss the application process. Please note that completed applications are due by March 20th, so please call as soon as possible.

The Iowa Rent Reimbursement Program is a state program designed to give financial assistance to older Iowans (age 65 and up) and adults with disabilities who live in rental housing.

To be eligible, you must:

• Be 65+ OR be 18+ with a disability
• Have lived in Iowa and rented at a property subject to property taxes
• Have a household income below:
• $26,218 if applying for 2024
• $26,895 if applying for 2025

If eligible, you can receive up to $1,000 as a direct deposit or paper check. The amount you receive is based on your annual income and the rent you paid.

Applications are submitted online through the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) website. You’ll need to provide documents proving your identity, income, and rent paid. A list of necessary information and accepted documents can be found here.

If you need assistance completing your application or would like additional information, please contact Jeff Kellbach (Johnson County Social Services, Aging Specialist) at 319-356-6090 or jkellbach@johnsoncountyiowa.gov.

March Heritage Area Agency on Aging Events

Rent Reimbursement Clinics

The Heritage Area Agency on Aging will be hosting a Rent Reimbursement Clinic on March 13 at their Cedar Rapids office. Clinics are walk in and no cost. Learn more about this event on the Heritage AAA Facebook page.

Advice on Aging

Heritage Area Agency on Aging will begin hosting a monthly walk-in service for seniors and their caregivers to get connected with community resources. “Advice on Aging” will take place the third Thursday of each month from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Coralville Public Library’s Study Room. Stop by to learn about care services, get help with Medicaid applications, discuss elder abuse concerns or chat about anything else on your mind. No appointment is needed and there is no charge for Heritage AAA services.

This month, Advice on Aging will be on Thursday, March 19th at 10 a.m.

Csomay Caregiver Support Group: Spring Webinar Series

Join the Csomay Center for Gerontological Excellence for their Spring Webinar Series. These webinars are free and will take place over Microsoft Teams. On March 24, the topic will be "Healthy Eating 101" and on April 28, the topic will be "Aging and The Law." Links to register for the March and April sessions will be posted on the Csomay Center's Facebook page!

Alzheimer's Association 2026 Virtual Education Series

Join the Alzheimer's Association for informative virtual sessions covering a wide range of topics including brain health, caregiving, and Alzheimer's research. All sessions will take place on Zoom from 11am-12pm. In March, sessions are focused on brain health and dementia awareness, but the series will continue through June! For more information about the Iowa Chapter of the Alzheimer's Association visit: Iowa Chapter | Alzheimer’s Association. To register for virtual education sessions visit: Meeting Registration - Zoom. You only need to register once and can join as many sessions as you like!

March Events at the Iowa City Public Library

Second Sunday Garden Forums

For over 25 years, Project GREEN and the Iowa City Public Library have partnered to bring local gardening experts to speak in our community. This year, forums will take place at the ICPL from 2-4pm on Jan. 11, Feb. 8, and March 8. All forums are free and open to the public! Events will also be live streamed on ICPL's YouTube channel. Information about this year's speakers can be found below or at: ICPL Second Sunday Garden Forums.

Grand Babies

Join the Iowa City Public Library and the Iowa City Senior Center for Grand Babies, an intergenerational story time that brings together babies, caregivers, and older adults for interactive activities! This free program fosters early literacy, social connections, and sense of belonging across generations. The next event will be March 11th from 9-10am at the Iowa City Senior Center. Learn more at: ICPL- Grand Babies.

Earbuds: An Audiobook Walk

Join ICPL staff and the Bookmobile at Sycamore Greenway Trail from 10am-11am on March 27! Stroll at your own pace while listening to a book on your mobile device. The full walk will be two miles, but you can adjust the length to your needs. Board the Bookmobile to get free coffee or tea and browse the collection of books on board. Learn more information and register for the event at: ICPL- Ear Buds

Iowa City Downtown Gallery Walk:

Friday March 6, 5:00pm-8:00pm

For over 25 years, this event has taken over downtown and filled your favorite businesses with wonderful works of art. This free event is open to the public! Enjoy a self-guided tour of shops, galleries, and museums that have featured artists and curated pieces of art. For additional information and a gallery walk map, visit: Gallery Walk | Iowa City Downtown District.

Powerful Tools for Caregivers: An Educational Series by Iowa State University Extension and Outreach

Through this six-week course, you will learn ways to take care of yourself, reduce stress, improve your caregiving confidence, and establish balance in your life as you care for others. The course runs from April 2nd to May 7th 2026 and will take place in person at the Johnson County Extension Office (3109 Old Highway 218 South Iowa City, IA 52246). There is a $10 cost for the class.

For more information visit: ISU Extension and Outreach.

To register, visit: Powerful Tools for Caregivers - Adults

May 20, 2026: Corridor Conference on Aging

Mark your calendars for this educational event happening on May 20, 2026. The 2026 Corridor Conference on Aging: Aged to Perfection will have speakers, resources, and community organizations to help you age well! The event is free for individuals 60 and older! Registration is required to attend this event. You can find more information and register at: Corridor Conference on Aging | Kirkwood Community College.

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