Upcoming events
Whimsy Wednesday
Once a week, the doors of the Whispering Ivy Used Books open wide to the community for Whimsy Wednesday. This is a relaxed, inclusive, safe and welcoming space to browse books, play board games with friends, and simply be. Whether you come to read, connect, or just unwind after school or work, you’ll find free popcorn, shelves full of stories and a community that sees you.
Open to the Public
The Society at Seven
Each Thursday evening, members gather in the spirit of Belle Mansfield and the elegant salons of the Victorian Era. The Society at Seven offers a setting for thoughtful conversation, shared curiosity, and light-hearted connection. With refreshments in hand and minds open, we explore ideas both old and new in good company. Expect warm lighting, lively minds, and the occasional delightful surprise.
MEMBERS ONLY, BYOB
Whimsy Wednesday
Once a week, the doors of the Whispering Ivy Used Books open wide to the community for Whimsy Wednesday. This is a relaxed, inclusive, safe and welcoming space to browse books, play board games with friends, and simply be. Whether you come to read, connect, or just unwind after school or work, you’ll find free popcorn, shelves full of stories and a community that sees you.
Open to the Public
The Society at Seven
Each Thursday evening, members gather in the spirit of Belle Mansfield and the elegant salons of the Victorian Era. The Society at Seven offers a setting for thoughtful conversation, shared curiosity, and light-hearted connection. With refreshments in hand and minds open, we explore ideas both old and new in good company. Expect warm lighting, lively minds, and the occasional delightful surprise.
MEMBERS ONLY, BYOB
Civics Sunday
Twice a month, the Whispering Ivy Society hosts, “Civics Sunday,” a panel discussion designed to educate and engage members on current political issues and their impact on our rural Iowa communities. In the spirit of Belle Mansfield, panelists represent those impacted by changing political policies and experts on the issues.
Whimsy Wednesday
Once a week, the doors of the Whispering Ivy Used Books open wide to the community for Whimsy Wednesday. This is a relaxed, inclusive, safe and welcoming space to browse books, play board games with friends, and simply be. Whether you come to read, connect, or just unwind after school or work, you’ll find free popcorn, shelves full of stories and a community that sees you.
Open to the Public
The Society at Seven
Each Thursday evening, members gather in the spirit of Belle Mansfield and the elegant salons of the Victorian Era. The Society at Seven offers a setting for thoughtful conversation, shared curiosity, and light-hearted connection. With refreshments in hand and minds open, we explore ideas both old and new in good company. Expect warm lighting, lively minds, and the occasional delightful surprise.
MEMBERS ONLY, BYOB
Whimsy Wednesday
Once a week, the doors of the Whispering Ivy Used Books open wide to the community for Whimsy Wednesday. This is a relaxed, inclusive, safe and welcoming space to browse books, play board games with friends, and simply be. Whether you come to read, connect, or just unwind after school or work, you’ll find free popcorn, shelves full of stories and a community that sees you.
Open to the Public
The Society at Seven
Each Thursday evening, members gather in the spirit of Belle Mansfield and the elegant salons of the Victorian Era. The Society at Seven offers a setting for thoughtful conversation, shared curiosity, and light-hearted connection. With refreshments in hand and minds open, we explore ideas both old and new in good company. Expect warm lighting, lively minds, and the occasional delightful surprise.
MEMBERS ONLY, BYOB
Civics Sunday
Twice a month, the Whispering Ivy Society hosts, “Civics Sunday,” a panel discussion designed to educate and engage members on current political issues and their impact on our rural Iowa communities. In the spirit of Belle Mansfield, panelists represent those impacted by changing political policies and experts on the issues.
Whimsy Wednesday
Once a week, the doors of the Whispering Ivy Used Books open wide to the community for Whimsy Wednesday. This is a relaxed, inclusive, safe and welcoming space to browse books, play board games with friends, and simply be. Whether you come to read, connect, or just unwind after school or work, you’ll find free popcorn, shelves full of stories and a community that sees you.
Open to the Public
The Society at Seven
Each Thursday evening, members gather in the spirit of Belle Mansfield and the elegant salons of the Victorian Era. The Society at Seven offers a setting for thoughtful conversation, shared curiosity, and light-hearted connection. With refreshments in hand and minds open, we explore ideas both old and new in good company. Expect warm lighting, lively minds, and the occasional delightful surprise.
MEMBERS ONLY, BYOB
Whimsy Wednesday
Once a week, the doors of the Whispering Ivy Used Books open wide to the community for Whimsy Wednesday. This is a relaxed, inclusive, safe and welcoming space to browse books, play board games with friends, and simply be. Whether you come to read, connect, or just unwind after school or work, you’ll find free popcorn, shelves full of stories and a community that sees you.
Open to the Public
Civics Sunday
Twice a month, the Whispering Ivy Society hosts, “Civics Sunday,” a panel discussion designed to educate and engage members on current political issues and their impact on our rural Iowa communities. In the spirit of Belle Mansfield, panelists represent those impacted by changing political policies and experts on the issues.